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Blanket Rib Stitch
About This Stitch Pattern
The Blanket Rib Stitch is an interesting rib pattern that uses increases and decreases together to create a textured fabric that is great for washcloths and afghans. It can also be used in sweaters, hats, and scarves as a substitute for other rib stitches. It does not have as much horizontal stretch as traditional ribbing.
[Video] Stitch Pattern Tutorial
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TO5XYokh5FIVideo can’t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: How to Knit the Blanket Rib Stitch | Knitting Stitch Pattern | English Style (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TO5XYokh5FI)
Techniques Used in this Stitch
- kfb”]Knit Front and Back
- k2tog”]Knit Two Together
- p2tog”]Purl Two Together
- k2tog”]Knit Two Together
Stitch Pattern Details
Skill Level
Intermediate
Row Repeat
2
Stitch Repeat
Multiples of 2 + 1
Stitch Pattern Instructions
Cast On: Multiples of 2 + 1
- Row 1: Knit into the front and back (KFB) of each stitch.
- Row 2: K2tog, *p2tog, k2tog; rep from * to end.
Repeat rows 1 – 2 until you have reached your desired length.
Stitch Pattern Swatch Photos
