Stitch Description
The Russian stitch is a mosaic colorwork pattern. It creates a fabric of zig zagging columns of contrasting color. Using only one color at a time and slipped stitches, this bold graphic design is easy to make. A great way for beginner colorwork knitters to experiment. This geometric pattern will look amazing in large projects like scarves, blankets, and pillows.
Abbreviations
Stitch Details
Stitch Characteristics
Pattern Instructions
Cast On: Multiple of 5 sts + 1
Note: Cast on with Color A and knit one row.
- Row 1 (Right Side – Color B): *K4, sl 1 wyib; rep from *, end k1.
- Row 2 (Color B): P1, *sl 1 wyif, p4; rep from *.
- Row 3 (Color A): K5, *sl 1 wyib, k4; rep from *, end k1.
- Row 4 (Color A): K5, sl 1 wyif, k4; rep from *, end k1.
- Row 5 (Color B): K1, *sl 1 wyib, k4; rep from *
- Row 6 (Color B): *P4, sl 1 wyif; rep from *, end p1.
- Row 7 (Color A): K5, *sl 1 wyib, k4; rep from *, end k1.
- Row 8 (Color A): K5, sl 1 wyif, k4; rep from *, end k1.
Repeat rows 1-8 until you have reached your desired length.
Swatch Photos
Example of the Russian Stitch. (Right Side)
Example of the Russian Stitch. (Wrong Side)
