Simple Seed Stitch 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. It is an easy-level project created with a simple combination of knits and purls. This stitch is a great choice for knitting up blankets and pillows with a little pop of texture.
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Closer Look at the Simple Seed Stitch
- Knitted Texture: The raised seeds are very subtle. If you have pattern in easy Stockinette Stitch, but would like to add a touch of pizzazz, this is a great way to customize your project.
- Stitch Techniques: A series of easy knits and purls create the textured pattern.
- Row Repeat: Knit up the Simple Seed Stitch in a simple 8-row repeat.
- Edges Curl: Because this texture is primarily Stockinette, the edges tend to curl up. The curling happens because we are alternating between the knit and purl stitches on each row. This push and pull creates tension in your fabric causing it to warp.One solution is to block your piece. Adding a border another way to help it lay flat. My favorite border stitches are Garter and Seed stitches.
- Not Reversible: This is not a reversible pattern, because both sides of your work, the right and wrong sides, are not identical.
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Knitting Techniques
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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Printable Knitting Instructions
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: * 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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