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Andalusian Stitch Knitting Pattern

By: Author Kristen McDonnell

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This vintage Andalusian Stitch Knitting Pattern is a sweet little update of the Stockinette Stitch.

In this 4-Row Repeat Knit Stitch Pattern, we create a little bit of texture and visual interest with a simple combination of knits and purls.

Get your free written pattern instructions with a video tutorial below. You may also purchase my ad-free Knit Stitch Pattern Book in both hardcopy and e-book formats.

Andalusian Knit Stitch Pattern texture in pink color yarn on knitting needle.

This stitch was named long ago after the Southern Spain community of Andalusia. This classic pattern is perfect to knit up in one solid color for a darling baby blanket.

As you can see, this Andalusian is NOT a reversible pattern, since the Right and Wrong Sides are different. However, the wrong side has a nice clean look that I personally wouldn’t mind being visible.

Right and Wrong Sides of Knitted Work - Andalusian Knit Stitch Pattern by Studio Knit with Free Pattern and Video Tutorial.

Knitting Techniques

The Andalusian Stitch is an easy combination of simple Knit and Purl Stitches. Find my entire library of Knitting Techniques to help knit up this project.

Andalusian Knit Stitch Pattern by Studio Knit with Free Pattern and Video Tutorial

Knit Stitch Pattern Book (ad-free)

Find the Andalusian Stitch on page 17 of my Knit Stitch Pattern Book. Get your free printable pattern further down in this post!

Knit Stitch Pattern Book with Andalusian Stitch Pattern by Studio Knit

Printable Knitting Instructions

Andalusian Knit Stitch Pattern texture in pink color yarn on knitting needle.

Printable Knitting Pattern

Yield: Andalusian Stitch
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Active Time: 2 hours
Additional Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
Difficulty: Experienced Beginner

The Andalusian Knit Stitch Pattern is a 4-Row Repeat pattern that creates a little bit of texture and visual interest on a swath of Stockinette.

Materials

  • Yarn - Any Gauge

Tools

  • Knitting Needles - Appropriate Size for Yarn
  • Tapestry Needle
  • Scissors

Instructions

KNITTED FLAT ON STRAIGHT NEEDLES:

Cast On: Multiples of 2, plus 1

  1. Row 1 (Right Side): Knit All
  2. Row 2 (Wrong Side): Purl All
  3. Row 3: * K1, P1 *, K1
  4. Row 4: Purl All

or

IN THE ROUND ON CIRCULAR NEEDLES:

Cast On: Multiples of 2

  1. Row 1: Knit All
  2. Row 2: Knit All
  3. Row 3: * K1, P1 *
  4. Row 4: Knit All

    Notes

    Repeat Rows 1 – 4 until your piece is the length you desire.

    Repeat pattern between the * * asterisks

    Not a Reversible Knit Stitch Pattern

    4-Row Repeat

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    KNITTING TECHNIQUES

    1. Slip Knot 
    2. CO = Cast On Long Tail Method
    3. K = Knit Stitch 
    4. P = Purl Stitch
    5. BO = Bind Off
    6. Weave In Ends

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    KNITTING CHART

    Knitting Chart Andalusian Knit Stitch Pattern by Studio Knit with Free Pattern and Video Tutorial

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