Kitamu Cup Cuddler |
A few of my latest projects have utilised the half brioche stitch pattern and I love it. There are a number of things that draws me to this stitch. 1) I think it is visually beautiful. 2) It creates a lovely textured piece and 3) It is super easy to knit.
Ava Beret knits the brioche stitch by alternating the rows with two colours |
By alternating two contrasting colours the half brioche stitch becomes even more stunning like it does in the Ava Beret. I just finished knitting the beret for a friend's little girl using some Koigu KPPPM which is a beautiful hand dyed variegated merino yarn. Knit with a contrasting neutral colour the variegated pinks come through very nicely.
The pattern is so simple.
CO (cast on) an even number of stitches.
If working flat:
Row 1: Knit
Row 2: *K1, K1B Repeat * to end of row
Row 3: Knit
Row 4: *K1B, K1 Repeat * to end of row
If working in the round:
Row 1: Purl
Row 2: *K1, K1B Repeat * to end of row
Row 3: Purl
Row 4: *K1B, K1 Repeat * to end of row
Note: K1B – Knit 1 Below: Insert right needle into the stitch below the stitch on left needle. Knit the stitch and let stitch on needle drop off. Note: This is not a decrease.
What is your favourite stitch pattern? What attracts you to it?
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