How to Knit the Mosaic Stitch
Stitch Description
This video knitting tutorial will help you learn how to knit the mosaic stitch. This stitch creates a beautiful pattern. The mosaic stitch would be great for socks, scarves, and hats!
Video Tutorial
Abbreviations
Stitch Details
Stitch Characteristics
Pattern Instructions
Cast On:Multiple of 10 sts + 7.
- Row 1 (Right Side): p3, *k1, p3, k1, p1, k1, p3; rep from * to last 4 sts, k1, p3.
- Row 2: k3, *p1, k3, p1, k1, p1, k3; rep from * to last 4 sts, p1, k3.
- Row 3: p3, *k1, p3, k1, p1, k1, p3; rep from * to last 4 sts, k1, p3.
- Row 4: k3, *p1, k3, p1, k1, p1, k3; rep from * to last 4 sts, p1, k3.
- Row 5: p2, *k1, p1, k1, p3, k1, p3; rep from * to last 5 sts, k1, p1, k1, p2.
- Row 6: k2, *p1, k1, p1, k3, p1, k3; rep from * to last 5 sts, p1, k1, p1, k2.
- Row 7: p2, *k1, p1, k1, p3, k1, p3; rep from * to last 5 sts, k1, p1, k1, p2.
- Row 8: k2, *p1, k1, p1, k3, p1, k3; rep from * to last 5 sts, p1, k1, p1, k2.
Repeat rows 1-8 until you have reached your desired length.
Swatch Photos
Example of the Mosaic Stitch. Right Side (Click for Larger Image)
Example of the Mosaic Stitch. Wrong SIde (Click for Larger Image)
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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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