How to Knit Reversible Shadow Rib
How often do you use the same knitting stitch over and over again? But, often you discover a new favorite, such as the Reversible Shadow Rib Knit Stitch.
Why is it a favorite?
Well, let's say, I got more than I'd hoped for.
I was looking for an interesting knitting pattern to knit scrunchies and thought a textured look would be interesting for a change. I am still looking at the sample, thinking how interesting and easy this knit stitch pattern really is.
As the name reveals, the pattern is reversible, in that you can use both sides, but the knitting pattern stitch is created on the reverse side of your knitting too.
how TO KNIT reversible
shadow rib knit stitch
abbreviations
k - knit
k1 tbl - knit 1 through back loop
p - purl
rep - repeat
rs - right side
st - stitch
ws - wrong side
WHAT YOU'LL BE USING KNITTING
- Knitting Needles (I used 4mm, 6US, 8UK)
- I used Elle Double Knit (DK) yarn / Light worsted yarn
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more about the reversible shadow rib knit stitch
The pattern is a 2-row repeat and the pattern stitch is created on the wrong side of the knitting project.
When you start knitting any piece (first row), your starting yarn will be on your left (if you are knitting European style and cast on the with the knit method).
As you progress with the piece, you will eventually cast off, and then the finishing yarn will be at the top right.
In this instance, you will knit your whole item, but the reverse side will be your pattern side - meaning the starting yarn will be at the bottom right and the finishing yarn, at the top left.
the pattern - reversible shadow rib stitch
MULTIPLES OF 3 + 2
Cast on multiples of 3 + 2 stitches - my sample shown is worked over 71 stitches.
1st Row (WS) and all other wrong side rows: knit;
2nd Row: p2, *k1 tbl, p2, rep from * to end;
Repeat the pattern (these 2 rows) until your work is the desired length.
Understanding the Chart:
When you are read a knitting chart, the first row, starts on the right-handside of the chart.
Because the second row of this knitting project is actually your first row, the direction of the chart has changed to the left.
However, you are reading the pattern from the front, and therefore the k1 tbl is shown on WS row.
where to use the reversible shadow rib
- Borders (as ribbing)
- Wearable items
- Home articles
- Between cables or as a repeat pattern
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How to knit:
To conclude:
The reversible shadow rib knit stitch can be used wherever you want. Use it!
You are a creative soul and can make and create to your hearts content.
And whilst your standing firmly on your (YARN) ground, enjoy the therapy of knitting.
happy knitting!
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