How To: Knit Open Knot Stitch

Learn how to master the open knot stitch with our video tutorial – this open texture stitch is used to make the Ace Sweater.

Learn how to master the open knot stitch with our video tutorial – this open texture stitch is used to make the Ace Sweater.

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Learn how to master the open knot stitch with our video tutorial – this open texture stitch is used to make the Ace Sweater.

See the step by step guide here
Level: Intermediate
Craft: Knitting
Type: Technique

Step by Step

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Step 1

This pattern is a 4 row repeat that is worked over a multiple of 3 stitches.

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Step 2

To work pattern row 1, start by kntting 2 stitches.

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Step 3

Make a yarn over and knit 3 stitches.

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Step 4

Lift the first of these 3 stitches up and over the other 2 stitches and off the needle.

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Step 5

Repeat steps 2 and 3 until you have 1 stitch left of the row, knit the last stitch.

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Step 6

Purl the next row.

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Step 7

To work pattern row 3, start by kntting 1 stitch.

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Step 8

Make a yarn over and knit 3 stitches.

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Step 9

Lift the first of these 3 stitches up and over the other 2 stitches and off the needle.

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Step 10

Repeat steps 7 and 8 until you have 2 stitches left of the row, knit the last 2 stitches.

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Step 11

Purl the next row.

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Step 12

Repeat steps 1 to 10 to continue working the Open Knot Stitch.