Easy Rosehip Knitted Stitch — Bumpy Textured Pattern for Scarves & Blankets
The Rosehip stitch is a charming textured knitting pattern that creates small raised bumps resembling rosehips along a vine. It adds a subtle, decorative texture to scarves, blankets, cushions and other projects. Once you learn the simple 4-row repeat, the stitch is easy and relaxing to work.
This page gives a clear written pattern, stitch abbreviations and a few short tips to help you get clean edges and consistent bumps.
Stitches Used
- K – knit
- P – purl
- Sl1pwyf – slip one purlwise with yarn in front
- Sl1pwyb – slip one purlwise with yarn behind
- WS – Wrong Side
- RS – Right Side
Pattern Repeat
Foundation Row: Cast on a multiple of 4 + 3. (I like to use the Long Tail method)
Row 1 (RS): k3, *sl1pwyb, k3*; repeat from * to * until the end of the row.
Row 2 (WS): k3, *sl1pwyf, k3*; repeat from * to * until the end of the row.
Row 3: k1, *sl1pwyb, k3*; repeat from * to * until 2 stitches remain, sl1pwyb, k1.
Row 4: k1, *sl1pwyf, k3*; repeat from * to * until 2 stitches remain, sl1pwyb, k1.
Repeat Rows 1–4 until your project reaches the desired length. When casting off, you'll get the neatest result if you cast off knit-wise after a Row 1 (i.e., cast off knit-wise instead of working Row 2).
Quick Tips
- Practice the 4-row repeat on a small swatch before starting a full project to get comfortable with slipping stitches and maintaining tension.
- Keep the slipped stitches consistent (yarn in front for sl1pwyf, yarn behind for sl1pwyb) to preserve the defined bumps.
- This stitch produces a textured but fairly dense fabric—choose yarn and needle size appropriate for the accessory or garment you plan to make.