Diagonal Scallop Stitch

About This Stitch Pattern

Learn to make this beautiful textured stitch pattern. Combining stockinette with a form of slipped stitch, the loops created form diagonal lines along the fabric. It’s a simple technique that looks much harder than it is. The Diagonal Scallop stitch is great for beginners. Perfect for hats, scarves, washcloths, and even sweaters.

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Techniques Used in this Stitch

K”]Knit Stitch
P”]Purl
PSSO”]Pass Slip Stitch Over* (Similar technique used but not exactly the same)

Stitch Pattern Details

Skill Level

Easy

Row Repeat

Stitch Repeat

Multiples of 4 + 2

Stitch Pattern Instructions

Cast On: Multiples of 4 + 2

Row 1 (WS): Purl
Row 2: K1, *insert needle from behind under the running thread between the st just worked and the next st, thus putting an extra strand on the needle; k2, then pass the extra strand over the 2 knit sts; k2; rep from *, end k1.
Row 3: Purl
Row 4: K3, *insert needle from behind under the running thread between the st just worked and the next st, thus putting an extra strand on the needle; k2, then pass the extra strand over the 2 knit sts; k2; rep from *, end k1.

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

Stitch Pattern Swatch Photos

Example of the Diagonal Scallop Stitch Right Side (Click for Larger)

Example of the Diagonal Scallop Stitch Wrong Side (Click for Larger)

Stitch Pattern Attributes

Diagonal Scallop Stitch

About This Stitch Pattern

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Techniques Used in this Stitch