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The Broken Rib Stitch :: Knitting Stitch #165

In Knits & Purls, Ribbing

Stitch Description

This knitting tutorial will help you learn how to knit the broken rib stitch. This is a variation of the rib stitch. it is great for hand bags, beanies, and scarfs.

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Abbreviations

K: Knit Stitch
P: Purl Stitch

Stitch Details

Skill Level
Easy

Row Count
Number of Rows: 2

Pattern Repeat
Multiples of 2 + 1

Stitch Characteristics

Pattern Instructions

Cast On: Multiples of 2 + 1

Row 1 (RS): Knit
Row 2: K1 *p1, k1; rep from * to end

Repeat these 2 rows until you have reached your desired length.

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