One of the simplest basket weave stitches, this "purl 4, knit 4 for 4 rows" variation would be perfect for any homeware project.
Difficulty level: Easy
Instructions
You need a stitch number multiple of 8 + 8 + 2 edge stitches. Repeat the pattern between the arrows as many times as you like.
Work right side rows (1, 3, etc.) from right to left, as shown in the chart. Work all stitches on the wrong side as they appear.
Symbol Key
- edge stitch
- knit 1
- purl 1
Traditional Instructions
Row 1 & 3: edge st, p2, * k4, p4; repeat from * to last 7 sts, k4, p2, edge st
Row 2 & 4: edge st, k2, p4, * k4, p4; repeat from * to last 3 sts, k2, edge st
Row 5 & 7: edge st, k2, * p4, k4; repeat from * to last 7 sts, p4, k2, edge st
Row 6 & 8: edge st, p2, k4, * p4, k4; repeat from * to last 3 sts, p2, edge st
Repeat rows 1 through 8.