Lovely Summer Network Reversible Knit Stitch Pattern
Do you aim to try a different stitch pattern with every new knitting project? Then you know how time consuming it can be to search for the perfect knit stitch pattern. In this post, you are introduced to the Network Reversible Knit Stitch Pattern, perfect for summer!
How to Knit Network Reversible Knitting Stitch Pattern
Pattern details of the Reversible Network Knit Stitch Pattern are:
- an openwork knit stitch pattern to add to your stitch library, in other words, it is kind of lacey.
- reversible, allowing you to use either the right side or the wrong side.
- it is ideal for any summer knits, knitted in cotton yarn.
- worked in multiples of four stitches, over 3 row repeats.
- The pattern neatens the sides of the fabric with a two-stitched edge.
Construction:
The Network knit stitch forms distinct spaced holes with a chunky texture. Try to keep your tension fairly loose.
MATERIALS NEEDED
- Double Knit (Yarn weight: Light / Worsted) Elle Yarn or yarn of your choice
- Knitting Needle size according to the thickness of your yarn (I used 4 mm needles, 6US, 8UK)
- Tapestry Needle to weave in the ends
- Scissors
- The Pattern
KNITTING TECHNIQUE / S USED
You’ll need to know how to:
- Cast on stitches
- Knit stitch
- How to purl
- Casting off stitches
- How to wind the yarn around the needle
- Purling 4 stitches together
- Knit Purl Knit into the same stitch or yarn
SPECIAL STITCHES AND TECHNIQUES
- Yarn overs and yrn – learn more in Openwork or Lace knitting, in the Wheatear Stitch Pattern post or watch the video tutorial below.
- KPK in the yrn of the previous row – see photo tutorial below.
- If you are struggling with knitting all 4 purl stitches together, transfer each of the four stitches to the RN (right needle) whilst ‘stretching’ it a bit, then transferring it back to the LN (left needle). This will loosen the stitches more.
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SIZE / DIMENSIONS (APPROXIMATE)
4″ x 4″ = 24 sts knitted over 24 rows in double-knit yarn:
SKILL LEVEL
This is not a complex stitch to knit but you may want to have a bit of knitting experience to attempt.
ABBREVIATIONS
k – knit
KPK – knit, purl, knit into the same stitch or yarn over from previous row
p – purl
p4tog – purl 4 sts together
rep – repeat
RS – right side
st – stitch
sts – stitches
yrn – yarn round needle
ws – wrong side
LET’S LEARN HOW TO KNIT NETWORK KNIT STITCH PATTERN
WRITTEN PATTERN INSTRUCTIONS
US terms
Cast on number of stitches required for your project in multiples of 4 sts = swatch knitted on 32 sts.
1st Row (Right Side): p2, *yrn, p4tog*; repeat from * to **, ending with p2.
2nd Row: k2, *k1, KPK into the yarn over of the previous row**, repeat from * to **, ending with k2.
3rd Row: knit
Repeat Rows 1 to 3 for the pattern and desired length.
TIPS TO GET THE MOST OUT OF YOUR KNITTING PROJECT IN THIS BEAUTIFUL NETWORK REVERSIBLE KNIT STITCH PATTERN
- Tension: Loosely cast on your stitches to make knitting the first row easier. Maintain a looser tension, especially in the third row too.
- Yarn: Experiment with thinner yarn and larger knitting needles.
- Color: If you want to use different colors, I’d suggest color changes after the 3-row repeat.
WHAT CAN I KNIT USING THE NETWORK PATTERN?
Reversible stitch patterns make ideal –
- Baby blankets
- Knitted Blankets/Throw
- Scarves/ Infinite Cowl /s
- Shawls
- Squares or strips for blankets
- Summer beach cover-ups, cardigan and light jerseys
- Home decor items such as scatter pillows (with a nice contrasting lining)
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KNITTING PATTERNS FOR BEGINNER KNITTERS
IN CONCLUSION
Simple knits often makes the most intriguing patterns, such as the Network knit stitch.
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