This Simple Seed Stitch Knitting Pattern is a vintage pattern with a Stockinette background punctuated with alternating rows of raised purl seed stitches.
It is easy-level project created with a simple combination of knits and purls. It’s a great choice for knitting up blankets and pillows with a little pop of texture.
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Estimated reading time: 4 minutes
CLOSER LOOK AT THE SIMPLE SEED TEXTURE
This Simple Seed Stitch is not a reversible pattern, because the right side of the work displays the design, but the wrong (back) side does not.
This 8-Row Repeat Knit Stitch Pattern is an easy way to add a bit of texture and visual interest. The raised seeds are very subtle and not as obvious as the Bobble Stitch. If you have an easy Stockinette pattern but would like to add a touch of pizzazz, this is a great way to customize your project.
HOW TO KNIT THE SIMPLE SEED STITCH
The Simple Seed Stitch is an easy combination of simple Knit and Purl Stitches. Find my entire library of Knitting Techniques to help knit up this project.
- How to Cast On Without a Slip Knot or Slip Knot
- Cast On
- K = Knit Stitch
- P = Purl Stitch
- Cast Off
- Weave-in Yarn Ends
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Begin by Casting On in Multiples of 4
Cast on any number of stitches onto your knitting needles in multiples of 4. For example, you may wish to cast on 16, 20, or 32 stitches as they are all divisible by the number four.
Row 1 (Right Side): * K3, P1 *
Knit three stitches, then purl one stitch. Repeat this pattern from within the asterisks until you reach the end of your needle.
Row 2 (Wrong Side): Purl All
Row 3: Knit All
Row 4: Purl All
Row 5: * K1, P1, K2 *
Knit one stitch, then purl one stitch, and knit two stitches. This allows the pattern to alternate rows of the raised seed stitches. Repeat this pattern from within the asterisks until you reach the end of your needle.
Row 6: Purl All
Row 7: Knit All
Row 8: Purl All
Continue knitting this pattern’s 8 rows until your work is the length you desire.
KNITTING MATERIALS
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KNIT STITCH: 50 KNIT + PURL PATTERN BOOK
Find the Simple Seed Stitch on page 36 of my Knit Stitch Pattern Book. Get your free printable pattern further down in this post!
SIMPLE SEED STITCH PATTERN
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Simple Seed Stitch Printable Knitting Pattern
This Simple Seed Stitch Knitting Pattern is a vintage pattern with a Stockinette background punctuated with alternating rows of raised purl seed stitches.
Materials
- Yarn - Any Gauge
Tools
- Knitting Needles - Appropriate Size for Yarn
- Tapestry Needle
- Scissors
Instructions
KNITTED FLAT ON STRAIGHT NEEDLES:
Cast On in Multiples of 4
- Row 1 (Right Side): * K3, P1 *
- Row 2 (Wrong Side): Purl All
- Row 3: Knit All
- Row 4: Purl All
- Row 5: * K1, P1, K2 *
- Row 6: Purl All
- Row 7: Knit All
- Row 8: Purl All
Repeat Rows 1 through 8 until your piece is the length you desire.
or
IN THE ROUND ON CIRCULAR NEEDLES:
Cast On in Multiples of 4
- Row 1 (Right Side): * K3, P1 *
- Row 2: Knit All
- Row 3: Knit All
- Row 4: Knit All
- Row 5: * K1, P1, K2 *
- Row 6: Knit All
- Row 7: Knit All
- Row 8: Knit All
Repeat Rows 1 through 8 until your piece is the length you desire.
Notes
Repeat pattern between the * * asterisks
Reversible Knit Stitch Pattern
8-Row Repeat
Curls Up, Does Not Lie Flat
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KNITTING TECHNIQUES
- Slip Knot
- CO = Cast On Long Tail Method
- K = Knit Stitch
- P = Purl Stitch
- BO = Bind Off
- Weave In Ends
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KNITTING CHART
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