What is ribbed stitching?
Rib stitch is a textured vertical stripe stitch pattern and is created by alternating knit and purl stitches in the same row, then knitting the same stitch in the next row. This forms columns of knit and purl stitches, and is often used for cuffs or brims.
Does rib stitch curl?
Unlike a simple stockinette stitch (knit on the right side and purled on the wrong side), ribbing won’t curl in on itself as much. While ribbing may not curl to the extent of stockinette, it does “scrunch” in. You can tell from the photos below how much the rib fabric pulls in over something like stockinette lace.
What are rib stitches used for in knitting?
Rib stitches are used for creating elasticity, often seen in hems, cuffs and necklines. Rib stitches are reversible, they also make great scarves and cowls! Following are samples of three …
Can you knit 1 x 1 ribbing with odd number of stitches?
You can knit 1 X 1 ribbing with either an odd number of stitches or an even number. If you have an odd number of stitches then you work the ribbing as follows: Row 1: Knit 1, Purl 1 across row. Row 2: Purl 1, Knit 1 across row.
Are there different types of ribbing stitch patterns?
There are hundreds of pattern variations for ribbing that you can try too. You just have to play a little and see which ones you like. Ribbing is so versatile and you can be as creative as you like. If you want a ribbing stitch pattern that’s really stretchy you may enjoy the 2 X 2 ribbing and even a 3 X 3 rib is nice and stretchy too.
How are rib stitches used to make vertical stripes?
One of the most useful and used techniques, Rib Stitches create raised “ribbed” or vertical stripe textures to the fabric. Commonly generated by columns of Stockinette Stitch alternated with Reverse Stockinette, although additional stitches may also be included to give variation to the patterns.