Knits & Purls

Little Pyramid Stitch

About this Stitch Pattern

This knitting tutorial will help you learn how to knit the Little Pyramid Stitch. This simple knit and purl pattern creates a textured fabric made up of little triangles. It’s great for everything from scarves to washcloths and afghans.

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Techniques Used In This Stitch Pattern

K
Knit Stitch
P
Purl Stitch

Stitch Pattern Details

Skill Level

Easy

Row Count

6

Stitch Repeat

Multiples of 6 + 5

Stitch Pattern Instructions

Cast On: Multiples of 6 + 5

  • Row 1: k5, *p1, k5; rep from * to end.
  • Row 2: k1, *p3, k3; rep from * end with p3, k1.
  • Row 3: p2, *k1, p5; rep from * end with k1, p2.
  • Row 4: p2, *k1, p5; rep from * end with k1, p2.
  • Row 5: k1, *p3, k3; rep from * end with p3, k1.
  • Row 6: k5, *p1, k5; rep from * to end.

    • Repeat rows 1-6 until you have reached your desired length.

Stitch Pattern Swatch Photos

Example of the Little Pyramid Stitch Right Side

Example of the Little Pyramid Stitch Wrong Side

Stitch Pattern Characteristics

purl | textured | triangles