Lace & Eyelets

The Simple Lace Stitch :: Knitting Stitch #116

How to Knit the Simple Lace Stitch

About this Stitch Pattern

The Simple Lace Stitch is an incredibly easy lace rib pattern that is great for beginners. It creates a vertical mesh that is fantastic for market bags and airy scarves.

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Techniques Used In This Stitch Pattern

K
Knit Stitch
P
Purl Stitch
k2tog
Knit Two Together
yo
Yarn Over

Stitch Pattern Details

Skill Level

Easy

Row Count

2

Stitch Repeat

Multiples of 4 + 2

Stitch Pattern Instructions

Cast On: Multiples of 4 + 2

  • Row 1: K1, *k2tog, yo twice, k2tog; rep from * to last st, k1
  • Row 2: P1, *p2, k1, p1; rep from * to last st, p1

    • Repeat these 2 rows until you have reached your desired length.

Stitch Pattern Swatch Photos

Example of the Simple Lace Stitch Right Side

Example of the Simple Lace Stitch Wrong Side

Stitch Pattern Characteristics

mesh | vertical

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