How to Create a Twin Rib Knitting Pattern

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A twin rib knitting pattern creates a piece of work that is the same on both sides. This reversible pattern is simple to create and can be used to make attractive scarves, baby blankets or dishcloths. You can use the twin rib pattern for any project where both sides of the pattern will be seen and so should match.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

Knitting needles
Yarn
A comfortable chair with a good light

Step 1

Cast on 6, 12 or 18 stitches. If you want a wider piece, cast on any multiple of six stitches since the twin rib knitting pattern is worked in six stitch units.
Step 2

Work row one by knitting three and purling three. Repeat this knit three, purl three pattern until you reach the end of the row.
Step 3

Begin row 2 by purling 3 and then knitting 3. Repeat this purl 3, knit 3 pattern until you reach the end of the row.
Step 4

Alternate these two rows until you reach the end of your piece. This simple repetition of knitting and purling will create a lovely twin rib knitting pattern.
Step 5

Cast off your stitches when you have reached the desired length.

Tips & Warnings

For help with casting on, see eHow's, "How to Cast On in Knitting." http://www.ehow.com/how_4760_cast-knitting.html
For help with the basic knitting stitch, see eHow's, "How to Knit." http://www.ehow.com/how_2001541_knit.html
For help with purling, see eHow's, "How to Purl." http://www.ehow.com/how_4762_purl.html
For help with casting off, see eHow's, "How to Cast Off in Knitting." http://www.ehow.com/how_4764_cast-knitting.html

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