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

Skill Level
Intermediate

Row Count
Number of Rows: 4

Pattern Repeat
Multiples of 9 + 4

Stitch Characteristics

lace | leaf

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.