Simple Checker Stitch

This is a very simple stitch pattern, and looks good for either guys or gals.  A few years ago, a male friend wanted me to make a scarf for him, and this is the stitch pattern I chose.  Very easy to remember too.  (This sample was knit with wool, and is not blocked.  The squares will look more crisp and clean once blocked.)

Cast on a multiple of 8.

Rows 1-5:  *K4, P4*
Rows 6-10: *P4, K4*

Repeat these 10 rows for pattern.

Colored Tweed Stitch

This week we are going to do a little bit of color work.  If you have never worked with more than one color at a time before, don't worry.  It isn't hard, just takes a little getting used to having an extra strand of yarn hanging around.  This stitch makes a nice, dense fabric which I like to use for wash cloths.  Of course, you can use it for anything you like.

Work with an even number of stitches

Note: All slipped stitches are slipped with the yarn held on the right side of your work

(Right Side) Row 1, Color A: *Knit 1, Slip 1 as if to purl*, to last two stitches.  End row with Knit 2

(Wrong Side) Row 2, Color A: *Purl 1, Slip 1*, to last two stitches.  End row with Purl 2

Row 3: Change to Color B - repeat Row 1

Row 4: Still using Color B - repeat Row 2

Repeat these two rows for pattern 

I can't find a video for this stitch, and can't imagine why I didn't do one.  Two Color Tweed Stitch is very similar to this one, you may find it useful to watch.