Stitch Description
This knitting tutorial will help you learn how to knit the puffed rib stitch. This stitch creates an interesting knitting pattern with a lot of texture and stretch. The puffed rib stitch would be great for hat, scarves, and baby booties!
Abbreviations
- K
- Knit Stitch
- P
- Purl Stitch
- p3tog
- Purl 3 Together
- yon
- Yarn Over Needle
- yfon
- Yarn Forward and Over Needle
Stitch Details
Stitch Characteristics
Pattern Instructions
Cast On:Multiples of 3 + 2
- Note Stitches should only be counted after the 4th row.
- Row 1: (Right side) P2, *yon, k1, yfrn, p2; rep from * to end.
- Row 2: K2, *p3, k2; rep from * to end.
- Row 3: P2, *k3, p2; rep from * to end.
- Row 4: K2, *p3tog, k2; rep from * to end.
Repeat rows 1-4 until you have reached your desired length.
Swatch Photos
Example of the Puffed Rib Stitch Right Side (Click for Larger)
Example of the Puffed Rib Stitch Wrong Side (Click for Larger)
Love the Puffed Rib Stitch. I’m about ready to start a project and this stitch will be a great new rib.