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1 x 1 Rib

The 1×1 rib knitting technique, also known as the “knit one, purl one” rib, is a versatile and popular stitch pattern used for creating stretchy and textured fabrics. It’s commonly employed for hems, cuffs, and necklines, as it yields a professional-looking edge. In this tutorial, we’ll guide you through the steps to master this essential technique, perfect for both beginners and experienced knitters.

Video tutorial

Learn how to master the 1x1 rib knitting technique for a stretchy and professional-looking finish with our step-by-step guide.

How-to guide

Step 1: Begin with the desired number of stitches already cast on to your needle using the cable cast-on technique. For a 1x1 rib, ensure that the total number of stitches is even.
Step 2: Make sure your yarn is at the back of your work
Step 3: Insert your right needle into the first stitch from the bottom to the top, knitwise.
Step 4: Wrap the yarn around the right needle, pull the loop through, and transfer it onto the right needle. This completes a knit stitch.
Step 5: Bring the yarn to the front of your work.
Step 6: Insert your right needle into the next stitch from top to bottom, purlwise.
Step 7: Wrap the yarn around the right needle, pull the loop through, and release the stitch. This completes a purl stitch.
Step 8: Repeat steps 2-7 until you have the desired amount of stitches on the needle

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To knit a 1×1 rib stitch, alternate between knitting one stitch and purling one stitch across each row. Keep the yarn at the back when knitting and bring it to the front when purling.
You can cast on any even number of stitches for a 1×1 rib. Each pair of knit and purl stitches creates one repeat of the rib.
A “1 1 rib” in knitting refers to a ribbing pattern where you alternate between one knit stitch and one purl stitch, creating a textured and stretchy fabric.
To create a 1×1 rib with an odd number of stitches, you’ll start with a knit stitch and end with a knit stitch on one row, and start with a purl stitch and end with a purl stitch on the next row. This maintains the 1×1 rib pattern.
To knit a 1×1 rib faster, practice your knitting and purling techniques. As you become more proficient, your speed will naturally increase. Additionally, using larger needles and thicker yarn can also speed up your knitting.
For beginners, knitting a rib stitch like the 1×1 rib is a great start. Simply alternate between knit and purl stitches, making sure to keep the yarn at the back for knitting and at the front for purling.
The main difference is the number of stitches in each repeat. In a 1×1 rib stitch, you alternate between one knit and one purl stitch, while in a 2×2 rib stitch, you alternate between two knit and two purl stitches.
To achieve neat edges in a rib stitch, always maintain the same pattern at the beginning and end of each row. For example, if you start a row with a knit stitch, end it with a knit stitch as well.
1×1 ribbing tends to lay flat and does not curl. It’s an excellent choice for projects where you want the edges to stay in place without rolling.

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