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The Braided Openwork Stitch :: Knitting Stitch 241

By Johnny Vasquez In Knits & Purls

Stitch Description

This knitting tutorial will help you learn how to knit the braided openwork stitch. The braided openwork stitch creates a small braided delicate design. The braided openwork stitch would be great for hats, baby booties, and socks!

Video Tutorial

Abbreviations

K: Knit Stitch
P: Purl Stitch
k2tog: Knit 2 Together
psso: Pass Slipped Stitch Over
m1r: Make 1 Right

Stitch Details

Skill Level
Easy

Row Count
Number of Rows: 4

Pattern Repeat
Multiples of 2

Stitch Characteristics

Pattern Instructions

Cast On:Multiples of 2

Row 1: (Wrong Side): Purl.
Row 2: (Right Side): K1, *sl 1, k1, psso, M1; rep from * to last st, k1.
Row 3: Purl.
Row 4: K1, *M1, k2tog; rep from * to last st, k1.

Repeat rows 1-4 until you have reached your desired length.

Swatch Photos

Example of the Braided Openwork Stitch. Right Side (Click for Larger Image)

Example of the Braided Openwork Stitch. Wrong Side (Click for Larger Image)

About the Author

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.