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The Open Check Stitch :: Knitting Stitch #125
About This Stitch Pattern
The Open Check Stitch is a lace pattern that is a great for beginners. It uses slipped stitches, yarn overs, and decreases to create an openwork fabric that’s perfect for market bags, simple shawls, and blankets.
[Video] Stitch Pattern Tutorial
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Techniques Used in this Stitch
- K”]Knit Stitch
- P”]Purl Stitch
- k2tog”]Knit Two Together
- yo”]Yarn Over
- sl”]Slip Stitch
- wyib”]With Yarn In Back
- wyif”]With Yarn In Front
- P”]Purl Stitch
Stitch Pattern Details
Skill Level
Easy
Row Repeat
6
Stitch Repeat
Multiples of 2
Stitch Pattern Instructions
Cast On: Multiples of 2
- Row 1 (RS): Purl
- Row 2: Knit
- Row 3: K2, *sl 1, k1; rep from * to end
- Row 4: *K1, yf, sl 1, yb; rep from * to last 2 sts, k2
- Row 5: K1, *yo, k2tog; rep from * to last st k1
- Row 6: Purl
Repeat these 6 rows until you have reached your desired length.
Stitch Pattern Swatch Photos
