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The Peppercorn Stitch :: Knitting Stitch #49

In Knits & Purls

Stitch Description

The Peppercorn Stitch creates a delightful mini bobble texture that adds depth to any fabric. It’s a good choice for throws, pillows, scarves and bags.

Video Tutorial

Abbreviations

K: Knit Stitch
P: Purl Stitch
k tbl: Knit Through the Back Loop
sl: Slip Stitch

Stitch Details

Skill Level
Intermediate

Row Count
Number of Rows: 4

Pattern Repeat
Multiples of 4 + 3

Stitch Characteristics

bobbles

Pattern Instructions

Cast On: Multiples of 4 + 3

Row 1 (RS): K3, *(peppercorn stitch: k1, [sl st back to main needle, k tbl] 3x), k3; rep from * to end.
Row 2: Purl all sts.
Row 3: K1, *(peppercorn stitch: k1, [sl st back to main needle, k tbl] 3x), k3; rep from * to last 2 sts, peppercorn stitch, k1.
Row 4: Purl all sts.

Repeat rows 1 – 4 until you have reached your desired length.

Swatch Photos

Example of the Peppercorn Stitch

7 Comments

gwest1955

Do you think the peppercorn stitch might work in place of the bobble stitch? i have several patterns that use the Bobble stitch and think it overwhelms the overall pattern. Just wondered . . .
gwest1955

Do you think the peppercorn stitch might work in place of the bobble stitch? i have several patterns that use the Bobble stitch and think it overwhelms the overall pattern. Just wondered . . .
gwest1955

Do you think the peppercorn stitch might work in place of the bobble stitch? i have several patterns that use the Bobble stitch and think it overwhelms the overall pattern. Just wondered . . .
gwest1955

Do you think the peppercorn stitch might work in place of the bobble stitch? i have several patterns that use the Bobble stitch and think it overwhelms the overall pattern. Just wondered . . .
gwest1955

Do you think the peppercorn stitch might work in place of the bobble stitch? i have several patterns that use the Bobble stitch and think it overwhelms the overall pattern. Just wondered . . .
gwest1955

Do you think the peppercorn stitch might work in place of the bobble stitch? i have several patterns that use the Bobble stitch and think it overwhelms the overall pattern. Just wondered . . .
gwest1955

Do you think the peppercorn stitch might work in place of the bobble stitch? i have several patterns that use the Bobble stitch and think it overwhelms the overall pattern. Just wondered . . .