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Fisherman’s Rib Stitch
About This Stitch Pattern
This knitting tutorial will help you learn how to knit the Fisherman’s Rib Stitch. This is a reversible pattern that creates a thick fabric with lots of volume and horizontal stretch. It is a great stitch for scarves, hats, and sweaters. It is similar to the Brioche stitch but has a slightly different look. It is also known as: Shaker’s Rib.
[Video] Stitch Pattern Tutorial
https://youtu.be/sfbBK2j37jMVideo can’t be loaded because JavaScript is disabled: How to Knit the Fisherman’s Rib Stitch | Knitting Stitch Pattern | English Style (https://youtu.be/sfbBK2j37jM)
Techniques Used in this Stitch
- K”]Knit Stitch
- P”]Purl Stitch
- K1B”]Knit 1 Below
- P”]Purl Stitch
Stitch Pattern Details
Skill Level
Beginner
Row Repeat
2
Stitch Repeat
Multiples of 2 + 1
Stitch Pattern Instructions
Cast On: Multiples of 2 + 1
- Row 1: K1, *p1, k1; rep from * to end.
- Row 2: P1, *k1b, p1* rep from * to end.
- Row 3: K1, *p1, k1b; rep from * to last two sts, p1, k1.
Repeat rows 2 & 3 until you have reached your desired length.
Stitch Pattern Swatch Photos
