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Example of the Cupido Stitch

The Cupido Stitch :: Knitting Stitch #20

By Johnny Vasquez In Knits & Purls

Stitch Description

The Cupido Stitch uses slipped stitches over a garter stitch base to create a nice textured fabric. The slipped stitches are staggered in a stair stepped arrangement which will add a lot of visual interest when used in things items like scarves or cowls and even blankets and pillows.

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Abbreviations

K: Knit Stitch
sl: Slip Stitch
wyif: With Yarn in Front
wyib: With Yarn In Back

Stitch Details

Skill Level
Beginner

Row Count
Number of Rows: 8

Pattern Repeat
Multiples of 4 + 3

Stitch Characteristics

knitting stitch | slipped stitches

Pattern Instructions

Cast On: Multiples of 4 + 3

Row 1 (RS): *K3, sl 1; rep from * to last 3 sts, k3.
Row 2: *K3, yf, sl 1, yb; rep from * to last 3 sts, k3.
Row 3: *K3, sl 1; rep from * to last 3 sts, k3.
Row 4: *K3, yf, sl 1, yb; rep from * to last 3 sts, k3.
Row 5: *K1, sl 1, k2; rep from * to end.
Row 6: *K1, yf, sl 1, yb, k2; rep from * to end.
Row 7: *K1, sl 1, k2; rep from * to end.
Row 8: *K1, yf, sl 1, yb, k2; rep from * to end.

Repeat rows 1 – 8 until you have reached your desired length.

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Johnny Vasquez

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Johnny is the founder of New Stitch a Day and Head Honcho at Knitiversity. Since 2011 he's helped millions of people become Fearless Knitters though his tutorials, patterns, classes, and books. When he's not knitting he likes to play his baritone ukulele, hangout at speakeasy bars, and discuss movies with friends. He currently lives in Estonia with his wife and 3 kids.

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