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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.

[Video] Stitch Pattern Tutorial

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

4

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.

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