Knitted Fish Scale Stitch

The knitted fish scale stitch is a delightful pattern that adds a touch of whimsy and texture to your knitting projects. This stitch creates a unique design resembling fish scales, making it perfect for adding a fun and eye-catching detail to your scarves, hats, or even sweaters. The process of incorporating this stitch may seem intricate at first, but with a bit of practice, you'll find yourself smoothly gliding through each row. The end result is a beautiful piece that is sure to impress your friends and family. So grab your yarn and needles, and let's dive into the wonderful world of the knitted fish scale stitch!

Knitting materials and tools:

• DPN 4 mm (UK 8 or US 6)
• Knit Picks, Simply Wool (Bulky) – 100% Eco Wool. 100 grams -193 yards 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

Fish scale knit pattern:

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

Row1 (RS): sel s, *knit all sts, sel s.

Row 2: sel s, purl all stitches, sel s.

Row 3 (RS): sel s, * k1, slip next stitch holding yarn in back – repeat from *, sel s.

Row 4: sel s, * slip next stitch holding yarn in front, k1 – repeat from *, sel s.

Repeat Rows 1-4 to form pattern