Knitted Basketweave Stitch

The knitted basketweave stitch is a charming and textured pattern that can add a lovely touch to your knitting projects. This stitch creates a woven appearance resembling a traditional basketweave design, giving your work a cozy and classic feel. With its alternating sections of knits and purls, the basketweave stitch is not only visually appealing but also fun and engaging to knit. Whether you're a beginner looking to try out a new stitch or an experienced knitter wanting to add depth to your projects, the knitted basketweave stitch is a delightful choice that can elevate your knitting with its timeless look.

Knitting materials and tools:

• DPN 4 mm (UK 8 or US 6)
• Debbie Bliss (Cashmerino Aran) 55% Wool, 12% Cashmere, 33% acrylic. Baby pink color: 50 grams -90 m per skein.

Common abbreviations of knit stitches:

• k – knit
• p – purl
• st(s) – stitch(es)
• sel s – selvage stitch: always slip the first stitch purlwise, work to the last stitch, purl the last stitch

Knit backetweave stitch instructions:

Cast on a multiple of 8 sts, plus 6 extra sts, plus 2 selvage stitches.

Row1 (RS): sel s, * p4, k4 – repeat from *, p4, sel s.

Row 2: sel s, *k1, p2, k1, p4– repeat *, k1, p2, k1, sel s.

Row 3 (RS): Repeat Row 1.

Row 4: Repeat Row 2.

Row 5: (RS): Repeat Row 1.

Row 6: Repeat Row 2.

Row 7 (RS): sel s, *k4, p4, – repeat from *, k4, sel s.

Row 8: sel s, *p4, k1, p2, k1– repeat *, p4, sel s.

Row 9 (RS): Repeat Row 7.

Row 10: Repeat Row 8.

Row 11: (RS): Repeat Row 7.

Row 12: Repeat Row 8.

Repeat Rows 1-12 to form pattern