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Slip Stitch in Stockinette

29/5/2015

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A simple, but nice decorative look in stocking stitch can be achieved by using slip stitches. In this pattern I have worked the slip stitches in 2 out of the 6 rows. In one row the stitches are slipped purlwise, keeping the yarn in front and in the other, the stitches are slipped knitwise with the yarn in the back. It's quick and easy to do. I worked this with an odd number of stitches.

Row 1: Knit
Row 2: Purl
Row 3: Knit
Row 4: Purl
Row 5: *P1, S1 pwyib* P1
Row 6: *K1, S1 kwyib* K1
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Brioche Rib

29/5/2015

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For a lovely thick and spongy rib design the old fashioned brioche rib stitch can give a different look for the ribs of many garments. Also used by itself it is great for scarves or cowls as it is a true reversible stitch so both sides of your work look exactly the same. I've used it here on the hem of this vest that I am currently working on. K1B (below) is easy once you get the hang of it. Simply insert the right needle through the centre of the stitch below the next stitch and knit allowing the top stitch to come off the needle.

Row 1: Knit
Row 2: *K1, K1B* K2
Repeat Row 2 only
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An Old Fashioned Aran

27/5/2015

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I love knitting for my grandchildren. I recently completed this delightful high button cardigan with some lovely Aran work. It is a Patons pattern from their White Mischief book 1050. This book has some lovely designs in 3,4,5 and 8 ply yarns.

The design I chose was no. 6 and I used Bluebell 5 ply yarn and was pleased with the result. This was done for my 16 month old grandson and I used the size B for 12 months. It fits him beautifully now.

N.B. Just a note for anyone trying this pattern as there is an error I discovered. The design is worked over 16 rows not 18 as stated in the book and the 17th and 18th rows should be ignored as they are completely redundant.
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Smarten Up Your Stocking Stitch

27/5/2015

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I don't enjoy knitting large pieces of ordinary stocking stitch. There are lots of ways to liven up an endless sea of rows of knits and purls. Here are just a few to dress up an otherwise ordinary stitch. They work well on the back or front of a jumper or as a decoration on a sleeve. They are not difficult so you can still watch TV while working.

Andalusian Stitch
Simple Seed Stitch
Chevron Seed Stitch
Caterpillar Stitch

Let's take a look at each of these.


Andalusian Stitch

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Andalusian Stitch
Not a complicated stitch at all. Can be worked over any number of stitches. There is one row only in 4 where you deviate from the basic stocking stitch structure and knit and purl in the same row.
Row 1: Knit
Row 2: Purl
Row 3: *K1, P1*
Row 4: Purl


Simple Seed Stitch

A simple seed stitch that can be worked in multiples of 4 stitches.
Row 1: *K3, P1*
Row 2: Purl
Row 3: Knit
Row 4: Purl
Row 5: K1, *P1, K3* P1, K2


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Simple Seed Stitch

Chevron Seed Stitch

If you would like something with more detail then the Chevron Seed Stitch is a lovely one worked in multiples of 8.
Row 1: *P1, K3*
Row 2: *K1, P5, K1, P1*
Row 3: *K2, P1, K3, P1, K1*
Row 4: *P2, K1, P1, K1, P3*


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Chevron Seed Stitch

Caterpillar Stitch

This is the oblique version of the caterpillar stitch. A horizontal version can also be done but I prefer the look of the slanted caterpillars. Worked in multiples of 8 stitches.
Row 1: *K6, P2*
Row 2: *P1, K2, P5*
Row 3: *K4, P2, K2*
Row 4: *P3, K2, P3*
Row 5: *K2, P2, K4*
Row 6: Purl
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Oblique Caterpillar Stitch
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