The Seeded Rib Check Stitch :: Knitting Stitch #79
Stitch Description
The Seeded Rib Check Stitch is a reversible stitch that uses alternating knits and purls to created a ribbed checker pattern. It’s great for washcloths, blankets, and would also be good for menswear patterns.
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Materials Used
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Montana Mountain Bocote Double Pointed Knitting Needles
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Stitch Characteristics
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.
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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?
@rhdb22 The audio says row 2. it’s a typo.