Stitch Description
Learn to make this beautiful textured stitch pattern. Combining stockinette with a form of slipped stitch, the loops created form diagonal lines along the fabric. It’s a simple technique that looks much harder than it is. The Diagonal Scallop stitch is great for beginners. Perfect for hats, scarves, washcloths, and even sweaters.
Abbreviations
- K
- Knit Stitch
- P
- Purl
- PSSO
- Pass Slip Stitch Over* (Similar technique used but not exactly the same)
Stitch Details
Stitch Characteristics
Pattern Instructions
Cast On: Multiples of 4 + 2
- Row 1 (WS): Purl
- Row 2: K1, *insert needle from behind under the running thread between the st just worked and the next st, thus putting an extra strand on the needle; k2, then pass the extra strand over the 2 knit sts; k2; rep from *, end k1.
- Row 3: Purl
- Row 4: K3, *insert needle from behind under the running thread between the st just worked and the next st, thus putting an extra strand on the needle; k2, then pass the extra strand over the 2 knit sts; k2; rep from *, end k1.
Repeat rows 1 – 4 until you have reached your desired length.
Swatch Photos
Example of the Diagonal Scallop Stitch Right Side (Click for Larger)
Example of the Diagonal Scallop Stitch Wrong Side (Click for Larger)
