The Supple Rib Stitch :: Knitting Stitch #17
Stitch Description
The Supple Rib Stitch is a variation of a 1×1 rib stitch that uses a double knitted stitch that is purled together with another stitch to create a nicely textured fabric. It is a fairly easy stitch that is a great option if you are looking for something different from your basic rib pattern.
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Martha Stewart Crafts Extra Soft Wool Blend
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Montana Mountain Bocote Double Pointed Knitting Needles
These beautiful knitting needles are made from Bocote wood. This wood comes from Mexico and has a beautiful and unique grain pattern, creating dark swirls against a golden backdrop. Because of this wood’s striking, zebra-like contrasts, these needles are eyecatching. Montana Mountain Knitting Needles hand-makes these excellent tools in Seeley Lake, Montana.
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Pattern Instructions
Cast On: Multiples of 3 + 1
- Row 1: K1,*k1 leaving stitch on main needle, then purl the same stitch with the next stitch together, k1; rep from * to end.
- Row 2: Purl all stitch.
Repeat rows 1 – 2 until you have reached your desired length.
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Example of the Supple Rib Stitch
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The written instructions vary from the video. The video structions say to *K1 leave the loop on the needle and P tog with the next stitch, K1* whereas the written instructions omit the last K1 – which version is the correct one please?
Just an oversight. I’ll fix it. thanks for catching it.