The Extended Open-Work Stitch :: Knitting Stitch #106
Stitch Description
The Extended Open-Work Stitch is a beautiful combination of lace and cable. It is a wonderful knit for shawls or a throw.
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Abbreviations
- K
- Knit Stitch
- C6B
- Cable Six Back: slip 3 sts onto cable needle and hold at back of work, k 3, k 3 sets from cable needle
Stitch Details
Stitch Characteristics
Pattern Instructions
Cast On: Multiples of 6 + 2
Note: This pattern is completely reversible.
- Row 1 (RS): Knit.
- Row 2: 1 edge st, *k each st wrapping yarn around needle 3 times; rep from * to last st, k1.
- Row 3: 1 edge st, *C6B (slip next 3 stitch onto cable needle, dropping the wraps, and leave at back of work) k3 dropping the wraps, k3 sts from cable needle); rep from * to last st, 1 edge st.
- Row 4: Knit.
Repeat rows 1-4 until you have reached your desired length.
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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.
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