The Open Chain Ribbing Stitch
The Open Chain Ribbing Stitch Description The Open Chain Ribbing Stitch is a great way to add lace elements to a manly scarf. The yarn overs create a chain like motif that also makes for a fabric that is attractive on both sides. Use this pattern for scarves, blankets, or as an accent detail in a sweater.
Stitch Details Skill Level Intermediate
Row Count Number of Rows: 4
Pattern Repeat Multiples of 6 + 2
Abbreviations K - Knit
k2tog - Knit 2 Together
P - Purl
yo - Yarn Over
ptbl - Purl Through the Back Loop
yfrn - Yarn Forward Round Needle
Pattern Instructions Cast On: Multiples of 6 + 2 Row 1 (WS): K2, *p4, k2; rep from * to end. Row 2: P2, *k2tog, [yo] twice, sl 1, k1, psso, p2; rep from * to end. Row 3: K2, *p1, purl into front of first yo, purl into back of 2nd yo, p1, k2; rep from * to end. Row 4: P2, *yo, sl 1, k1, psso, k2tog, yfrn, p2; rep from * to end. Repeat rows 1-4 until you have reached your desired length.
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Stitch Details Skill Level Intermediate
Row Count Number of Rows: 4
Pattern Repeat Multiples of 6 + 2
Abbreviations K - Knit
k2tog - Knit 2 Together
P - Purl
yo - Yarn Over
ptbl - Purl Through the Back Loop
yfrn - Yarn Forward Round Needle
Pattern Instructions Cast On: Multiples of 6 + 2 Row 1 (WS): K2, *p4, k2; rep from * to end. Row 2: P2, *k2tog, [yo] twice, sl 1, k1, psso, p2; rep from * to end. Row 3: K2, *p1, purl into front of first yo, purl into back of 2nd yo, p1, k2; rep from * to end. Row 4: P2, *yo, sl 1, k1, psso, k2tog, yfrn, p2; rep from * to end. Repeat rows 1-4 until you have reached your desired length.
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The Open Chain Ribbing Stitch
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