Knitted Waffle Stitch

The knitted waffle stitch is a delightful and cozy pattern that adds a touch of texture to your knitting projects. With its raised, grid-like design resembling a delicious waffle, this stitch creates a charming and warm fabric perfect for scarves, blankets, and even sweaters. Whether you're a beginner looking to try out a new technique or an experienced knitter seeking a fun challenge, the knitted waffle stitch is sure to bring joy to your knitting endeavors. So grab your needles and yarn, and get ready to create something truly special with this lovely stitch!

Knitting materials and tools:

<> DPN 4 mm (US 6 / UK 8)

<> Any medium worsted weight yarn

Common abbreviations of knit stitches:

k – knit

p – purl

st(s) – stitch(es)

sel s – selvage stitch: always slip the first stitch knitwise, work to the last stitch, purl the last stitch

WS – wrong side

RS – right side

Waffle stitch knitting pattern:

Cast on a multiple of 3 sts, plus 2 selvage stitches.

Row 1(WS): sel s, *holding working yarn in front, slip the next stitch purlwise, p2 – repeat from*, sel s.

Row 2 (RS): sel s, *k2, insert right-hand needle between two next stitches and draw up a loop, k1, slip the loop over the stitch you just made – repeat from*, sel s.

Row 3 (WS): sel s, *holding working yarn in front, slip the next stitch purlwise, p2 – repeat from*, sel s.

Row 4: sel s, *p3, holding working yarn in front, return three stitched back to the left-hand needle, bring the working yarn in back, wrapping those three stitches, k3 – repeat from*, sel s.

Repeat Rows 1-4 to form pattern.