garter stitch
Simplest knitting pattern
Garter stitch is the most basic knitting pattern, created by knitting every row (or purling every row).
The result is a stretchy, reversible fabric with horizontal ridges on both sides.
It lies flat without curling at the edges, making it ideal for beginners and for items like scarves and dishcloths: She taught herself to knit starting with garter stitch.
Loop yarn into fabric
- purlInverted knitting stitch
- rowsSide-by-side sequences
- cast-onFirst row creation
- needlesSlender pointed instruments
yarn · wool · pattern · loop · gauge · tension · swatch · reversible
Able to be undone
- stretchyCapable of extending
- elasticAble to stretch, rebounds
- consistentNot varying or contradicting
- uniformIdentical throughout
symmetrical · stable · forgiving · even · balanced · seamless
Narrow elevated formations
- bumpyUneven in surface
- squishySoft and easily compressed
- springyAble to rebound
- stretchyCapable of extending
cushy · dense · thick · squashy · lofty · soft · cozy · dimensional
One who lacks experience
- beginner-friendlyEasy for newcomers
- tutorialInstructional step-by-step guide
- learnAcquire knowledge or skill
- workshopPlace for making or learning
practice · foundational · simple · easy · basics · introduction · starter · fundamental
knit
Loop yarn into fabric
needles · yarn · wool · pattern · loop · gauge · tension · swatch · reversible · ridges
reversible
Able to be undone
- stretchyCapable of extending
- elasticAble to stretch, rebounds
- consistentNot varying or contradicting
uniform · symmetrical · stable · forgiving · even · balanced · seamless
ridges
Narrow elevated formations
stretchy · cushy · dense · thick · squashy · lofty · soft · cozy · dimensional · raised
beginner
One who lacks experience
- beginner-friendlyEasy for newcomers
- tutorialInstructional step-by-step guide
- learnAcquire knowledge or skill
workshop · practice · foundational · simple · easy · basics · introduction · starter · fundamental
scarf
Neck-warming fabric strip
coaster · potholder · cowl · shawl · afghan · throw · sampler · borders · edging · hems