Knit Simple Seed Stitch, Easy Knitting Stitches

Learn to knit simple seed stitch as a beginner knitter or to add texture to any article if you are a more experienced knitter.

Knitting stitches are group according to the type of pattern it creates.

Simple seed stitch is a textured, compact stitch.  Stitches such as the simple seed stitch is sometimes referred to as fabric stitches.

It is basically a stocking stitch interspersed with purl stitches – that is all it is.

how TO KNIT simple seed stitch

abbreviations

K       – knit

P       –  purl

​rep    – repeat

rs      –  right side

​st       – stitch

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the pattern – simple seed STITCH

MULTIPLES OF 4 over 8 rows

Cast on multiples of 4 stitches – my sample shown is worked over 32 stitches.

1st Row (RS):  *k3, p1, rep from * to end;

2nd, 4th and 6th Rows:  Purl;

3rd and 7th Rows:  Knit;

5th  Row:  K1, *P1, K3; rep from * to last 3 stitches, p1, k2 end;

Repeat the pattern (these 8 rows) until your work is the desired length.

where to use the simple seed stitch

• Baby Knits
• Scarves/Cowls
• Throws/Blankets
• Wearable items
• Home articles

how do you decide which stitch to use?

Always take the following in consideration:

• The type of article you’re wanting to knit
• Your available yarn
• Intended use

Check out more Knitting stitches:

How to knit:

• Moss Lace Diamond stitch
• Stocking stitch ridge
• Moss Stitch Panes
• Embossed check stitch
• Moss stitch zig-zag
• Twisted moss stitch
• Double moss stitch
• ​Moss rib
• ​Garter stitch ridges
• Ribbing
• Moss stitch

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happy knitting!

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