The Purl Ridge StitchDescription The Purl Ridge stitch is a simple variation on the Stockinette Stitch and a member of the Knit & Purl Stitch family. The stitch produces raised rows of “purl bumps” across the fabric. In our instructions, we create a purl ridge every four rows; although the width between these ridges can […]
The 1×1 Rib StitchDescription The 1×1 Rib stitch is the simplest stitch in the Rib Stitch family. Yet despite it’s simplicity, we would argue it is certainly a stitch that should not be overlooked, particularly because of it’s simplicity. Rib Stitches are reversible, stretchy and pretty versatile with the 1×1 Rib Stitch being no exception. […]
The Basketweave (4×4) StitchIntroduction It should not really be a surprise how the basketweave family of stitches received their name, the stitches resembling the texture of a wicker basket weave. This variation of the basketweave stitch uses a 4×4 pattern which is reversible and is particularly suited for household items such as wash or dishcloths. […]
The Moss StitchDescription The Moss Stitch is another excellent reversible stitch giving a rugged raised dimpled effect. The stitch is closely related to the Seed Stitch, and indeed can cause some confusion as the Moss Stitch is also known as the Double Moss stitch in the UK/Aus/Nz, where the Seed Stitch is called the Moss […]
The Seed StitchDescription The seed stitch is a very easy Knit and Purl stitch that gives a beautiful raised dimple effect, almost like scattered seeds. The seed stitch (also known in the UK/Australia/New Zealand as the Moss Stitch) is similar to the Garter Stitch in that it doesn’t curl. This makes it ideal for any […]
