Learn to knit the linen stitch, also called the fabric stitch, in rows or rounds. I have written out the stitch pattern with process photos, and included a video.
This video will show you the linen stitch worked in rows, and explain how to knit the linen stitch in rounds as well.
Written instructions with photos:
Abbreviations:
co – cast on
k – knit
m1l – make one left (leans towards the left)
m1r – make one right (leans towards the right)
p – purl
[ ] – work step in brackets number of times indicated
Pattern in rows:
Co an even number
Row 1: [Slip 1 purl wise with yarn in front, k1] across.
Row 2: [Slip 1 purl wise with yarn in back, p1] across.
Repeat rows 1 and 2 to desired length.
Pattern in rounds:
Co an odd number
Round 1: Slip 1 purl wise with yarn in front, [k1, slip 1 purl wise with yarn in front] across.
Round 2: k1, [Slip 1 purl wise with yarn in front, k1] across.
Repeat rounds 1 and 2 to desired length.
Here are some photos to help as well:
Slip one purl wise with yarn in front.
Move yarn to the back to set up for the next knit stitch.
Knit one.
Done! Repeat the two stitches across the row or round.
Slip one purl wise with yarn in back.
Move yarn to the front and purl one.
Done! Repeat the last two stitches across the row.
Front side of finished swatch.
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Thank you for sharing this stitch. How would i work increases?
The best way is to increase 2 stitches at a time so you don’t interrupt the pattern. You can see it done in this pattern: https://www.jessieathome.com/pattern/moonstruck-cowl/