Sample knit with Sapphires-n-Purls Bamboo Shine on US Size 6 ChiaoGoo Blue Flower Needles
Even number of stitches
Row 1: k1 *yo, k1; repeat from * to last st, k1
Row 2: k1, p to end, k1
Row 3: k1 *k2tog; repeat from * to last st, k1
Rows 4-5: k1 *yo, k2tog; repeat from * to last st, k1
Rows 6-7: k
Working all 7 rows of the pattern makes a reversible fabric. If you want a fabric with a right and wrong side, omit Row 7 and begin the pattern again after the sixth row.
Sample knit with Lighthouse Waves on US Size 9 needles
(Click HERE for the ribbing version of this stitch)
I can just imagine cuddling up on a cold winter evening with a blanket made using this stich, or even just having a cozy cowl or shawl in this stitch. It creates a thick, fluffy fabric that says "cuddle", at least to me! This stitch would also make a great coat or jacket, if you are so inclined to knit such a large item. And it is super easy to do too, and only a four row repeat.
The edges do curl, so adding a few more stitches to the sides for a border, and maybe a few rows in garter stitch at the beginning and end will help it lay flat.
The one slightly tricky part is probably the slip as if to purl through the back loop. If you haven't done it before, don't worry. It is not hard to do, and with a little practice, you should have no problem.
wyib = with yarn held in back of the work
wyif = with yarn held in front of the work
sl = slip
ktbl = knit through the back loop
Cast on any odd number
Row 1: (WS) Purl
Row 2: K1 *wyib, insert right needle from left into back loop of next stitch (as if to purl through back loop) and slip, K1*
Row 3: P1 *sl1 wyif, P1*
Row 4: K1 *ktbl, K1*
