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The Box Stitch
About This Stitch Pattern
The Box Stitch pattern is similar to the seed stitch since it alternates knits and purls but in a 2×2 pattern rather than 1×1. The result is a checkered texture that is great for washcloths, pillows, and scarves.
[Video] Stitch Pattern Tutorial
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rx-8FVyu_10Video can’t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: How to Knit the Box Stitch (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rx-8FVyu_10)
Techniques Used in this Stitch
- K”]Knit Stitch
- P”]Purl Stitch
Stitch Pattern Details
Skill Level
Easy
Row Repeat
4
Stitch Repeat
Multiples of 4 + 2
Stitch Pattern Instructions
Cast On: Multiples of 4 + 2
- Row 1 (RS): K2, *p2, k2; rep from * to end.
- Row 2: P2, *k2, p2; rep from * to end.
- Row 3: P2, *k2, p2; rep from * to end.
- Row 4: K2, *p2, k2; rep from * to end.
Repeat rows 1 – 4 until you have reached your desired length.
Stitch Pattern Swatch Photos
