The Fern Lace Stitch :: Knitting Stitch #123
Stitch Description
The Fern Lace Stitch a is basic lace pattern that is great for beginner lace knitters. It creates a beautiful fabric that gives the appearance of columns of interlocking ferns. It’s good for blankets, shawls, or as a detail in hats, gloves, socks, or sleeves.
Video Tutorial
Abbreviations
- K
- Knit Stitch
- P
- Purl Stitch
- YO
- Yarn Over
- SL
- Slip Stitch
- psso
- Pass Slipped Stitch Over
- k2tog
- Knit 2 Together
Stitch Details
Stitch Characteristics
Pattern Instructions
Cast On: Multiples of 9 + 4
- Row 1 (WS): Purl.
- Row 2: K3, *yo, k2, sl 1, k1, psso, k2tog, k2, yo, k1; rep from * to last st, k1.
- Row 3: Purl.
- Row 4: K2, *yo, k2, sl 1, k1, psso, k2tog, k2, yo, k1; rep from * to last 2 sts, k2.
Repeat these 4 rows 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.
