Checkerboard Stitch

About This Stitch Pattern

This video knitting tutorial will help you learn how to knit the checkerboard stitch. This stitch creates a checkerboard design. The checkerboard stitch would be great for scarves, hats, and blankets!

[Video] Stitch Pattern Tutorial

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Techniques Used in this Stitch

K”]Knit Stitch
P”]Purl Stitch

Stitch Pattern Details

Skill Level

Easy

Row Repeat

Stitch Repeat

Multiple of 8+ 4 sts

Stitch Pattern Instructions

Cast On:Multiple of 8+ 4 sts.

Row 1: K4, *p4, k4; rep from * to end.
Row 2: P4, *k4, p4; rep from * to end.
Row 3: K4, *p4, k4; rep from * to end.
Row 4: P4, *k4, p4; rep from * to end.
Row 5: P4, *k4, p4; rep from * to end.
Row 6: K4, *p4, k4; rep from * to end.
Row 7: P4, *k4, p4; rep from * to end.
Row 8: K4, *p4, k4; rep from * to end.

Repeat rows 1-8 until you have reached your desired length.

Stitch Pattern Swatch Photos

Checkerboard Stitch Knitting Pattern (Reversible)

Checkerboard Stitch Knitting Pattern (Close Up)

Checkerboard Stitch Knitting Pattern (Details)

Stitch Pattern Attributes

Checkerboard Stitch

About This Stitch Pattern

[Video] Stitch Pattern Tutorial

Techniques Used in this Stitch