
The Plain Diamonds Stitch :: Knitting Stitch #176
Stitch Description
This knitting tutorial will help you learn how to knit the plain diamonds stitch. This stitch uses only knit and purl stitches to create a raised diamond pattern. The plain diamond stitch is reversible and would be great for afghans and other home decor projects!
Video Tutorial
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Stitch Details
Stitch Characteristics
Pattern Instructions
Cast On: Multiples of 9
- Row 1: (right side) k4, *p1, k8; rep from * to last 5sts, p1, k4
- Row 2: p3, *k3, p6; rep from * to last 6sts, k3, p3
- Row 3: k2, *p5, k4; rep from * to last 7sts, p5, k2
- Row 4: p1, *k7, p2; rep from * to last 8sts, k7, p1
- Row 5: purl
- Row 6: p1, *k7, p2; rep from * to last 8sts, k7, p1
- Row 7: k2, *p5, k4; rep from * to last 7sts, p5, k2
- Row 8: p3, *k3, p6; rep from * to last 6sts, k3, p3
Repeat these 8 rows until you have reached your desired length.
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