Knits & Purls

Seeded Rib Check Stitch

About this Stitch Pattern

The Seeded Rib Check Stitch is a reversible stitch that uses alternating knits and purls to create a ribbed checker pattern. It’s great for washcloths, blankets, and would also be good for menswear patterns.

[VIDEO] Stitch Pattern Tutorial

Subscribe to our YouTube channel

Techniques Used In This Stitch Pattern

K
Knit Stitch
P
Purl Stitch

Stitch Pattern Details

Skill Level

Easy

Row Count

12

Stitch Repeat

Multiples of 4 + 3

Stitch Pattern Instructions

Cast On: Multiples of 4 + 3

    • Row 1 (RS): K3, *p1, k3; rep from * to end.
    • Row 2: K1, *p1, k3; rep from * to last two sts, p1, k1.
    • Row 3: Repeat row 1.
    • Row 4: Repeat row 2.
    • Row 5: Repeat row 1.
    • Row 6: Repeat row 2.
    • Row 7: Repeat row 2.
    • Row 8: Repeat row 1.
    • Row 9: Repeat row 2.
    • Row 10: Repeat row 1.
    • Row 11: Repeat row 2.
    • Row 12: Repeat row 1.

Repeat rows 1 – 12 until you have reached your desired length.

Stitch Pattern Swatch Photos

Stitch Pattern Characteristics

checkerboard | Reversible | ribbing | seeded

2 thoughts on “Seeded Rib Check Stitch”

  1. rhdb22 says:

    Love the look of this stitch! One question though… the caption under the video says row 1 starts with K1 and the written pattern starts with K3. Does it matter as long as you do the same number of repeats?

Comments are closed.