How to Knit The Garter Stitch :: Knitting Stitch #9
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The garter stitch is the most basic and simple of knitting patterns. It is the first pattern most beginning knitters learn.
Skill: Beginner
Pattern:
Row 1: Knit all stitches.
Repeat row 1 until you have reached your desired length.
After a few repeats your pattern should look like this:
Example of the Garter Stitch
Patterns that use this stitch:
Garter Stitch Baby Kimono
by Joji Locatelli
Nola’s slipper pattern
by Nola Miller
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Johnny Vasquez
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.
