The Ribbed Extended Stitch :: Knitting Stitch #193
In Knits & Purls, Ribbing
Stitch Description
This knitting tutorial will help you learn how to knit the ribbed extended stitch. This stitch is a very similar to a four by four rib but uses drop stitches to create puffed out ribs. The ribbed extended stitch would be great to use any ribbed project, cowls, sweaters or hats!
Video Tutorial
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Stitch Characteristics
Pattern Instructions
Cast On: Multiples of 8 + 4
- Row 1: (right side) *P4, k4 (winding yarn round needle three times for each stitch); rep from * to last 4 sts, p4.
- Row 2: K4, *Yf, slip 4 sts purlwise dropping extra loops off needle, yb, k4; rep from * to end.
- Row 3: *P4, yb, slip 4 sts knitwise, yf; rep from * to last 4 sts, p4
- Row 4: K4, *Yf, slip 4 sts purlwise dropping extra loops off needle, yb, k4; rep from * to end.
Repeat rows 1-4 until you have reached your desired length.
Swatch Photos
Example of the Ribbed Extended Stitch Right Side (Click for Larger
Example of the Ribbed Extended Stitch Wrong Side (Click for Larger)
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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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