Today we are going to learn a stitch that can be used for a summer blanket, or even for a blanket in a cot. Another use could be for a beach bag, just add a nice lining inside. We’re talking about the multiform rib stitch.

The yarn chosen is our Sailorman pure cotton tape because it has just the right structure for a stitch like this that needs a consistent yarn.

Take a look at all the available Sailorman colours on our store.

Let’s begin.

Tutorial: how to knit the multiform rib stitch

MATERIALS
Sailorman yarn col. Saffron 100g / 3.5oz
Knitting needles n° 5 EU / 8 US

LEVEL OF DIFFICULTY
Beginner

PROCEDURE

We work off a number of base stitches in multiples of 2+1.

Rows 1, 3 and 5: *work 1 cross stitch, purl 1*, always repeat from * to * and finish with 1 cross stitch
row 2 and all even rows: work all stitches as they appear, knit over knit and purl over purl
row 7: *purl 1, cross stitch 1*, always repeat from * to * and finish with purl 1
row 9: work as instructed for row 1
row 11: work as instructed for row 7
row 13: repeat from row 1.

Repeat from * to * for entire the row and finish with the stitch following the second *. For the even rows, not shown in the chart, work all the stitches as they appear, right over right and purl over purl.

If you enjoyed knitting the multiform rib stitch and love to knit in general, then you’ve come to the right place. We have created a special section for you with various stitches from which you can draw inspiration for your next knitting project.