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Brick Stitch
About This Stitch Pattern
The Brick Stitch pattern simulates a running bond brick pattern using slipped stitched. This simple to knit pattern is great for beginners. The brick stitch can also be knit with two colors, adding even more dimension to this heavily textured fabric. It is a great texture to use for home decor items like pillows and blankets.
[Video] Stitch Pattern Tutorial
Techniques Used in this Stitch
- K
- Knit Stitch
- P
- Purl Stitch
- sl
- Slip stitch
- yf
- Yarn Forward
- yb
- Yarn Back
Stitch Pattern Details
Skill Level
Easy
Row Repeat
8
Stitch Repeat
4+1
Stitch Pattern Instructions
Cast On: Multiples of 4 + 1
- Row 1:
- K4, *k1 while wrapping yarn twice, k3; rep from * till last st, k1.
- Row 2:
- P4, *sl 1 purl wise letting second loop drop, p3; rep from * to last st, p1.
- Row 3:
- K4, *sl 1 purl wise, k3; rep from * to last st, k1.
- Row 4:
- K4, *yf, sl 1 purl wise, yb, k3; rep from * to last st, k1.
- Row 5:
- K2, *k1 while wrapping yarn twice, k3; rep from * till last 3 sts, k1 while wrapping yarn twice, k2
- Row 6:
- P2, *sl 1 purl wise, p3; rep from * to last 3 sts, sl 1 purl wise, p2.
- Row 7:
- K2, *sl 1 purl wise, k3; rep from * to last 3 sts, sl 1 purl wise, k2.
- Row 8:
- K2, *yf, sl 1 purl wise, yb, k3; rep from * to last 3 sts, yf, sl 1 purl wise, yb, k2.
Repeat rows 1 – 8 until you have reached your desired length.
Stitch Pattern Swatch Photos
