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1 x 1 Twisted Rib Stitch

The 1×1 Twisted Rib Stitch is a delightful variation of the traditional rib stitch, offering a more intricate and textured finish to your knitting projects. With this technique, your ribbed patterns will appear almost braided, adding a touch of elegance and sophistication to your garments. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced knitter looking to expand your skill set, mastering the 1×1 Twisted Rib Stitch is a rewarding journey.

Video tutorial

Learn to create a stunning, braided-like finish with the 1x1 Twisted Rib Stitch. Elevate your knitting skills with our step-by-step guide.

How-to guide

Step 1: Cast on an even number of stitches
Step 2: With your yarn at the back, insert your right needle through the back loop of the first stitch in a knit-wise direction
Step 3: Wrap the yarn around the needle
Step 4: Pull the loop through, and release from the left hand needle
Step 5: Bring your yarn to the front as though you were going to purl
Step 6: Insert your right hand needle through the back loop of the next stitch in a purl-wise direction
Step 7: Pull the loop through, and release from the left hand needle
Step 8: Repeat steps 2-7 for the entire row

Products that require this skill

Mopaca
Mopaca
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FAQ

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To create a twisted 1×1 rib stitch, you’ll alternate between knitting and purling stitches, but instead of inserting your needle through the front loop as in regular ribbing, insert it through the back loop for both knit and purl stitches. This creates a twisted effect in the stitch.
Knit 1 twisted means to knit a stitch by inserting your needle through the back loop of the stitch rather than the front loop, resulting in a twisted or crossed appearance.
To knit a 1×1 rib neatly, ensure consistent tension in your knitting, and make sure to insert your needle through the same part of the stitch for both knit and purl stitches, whether it’s the front or back loop.
Twisted ribs involve knitting or purling through the back loop of the stitch, while half-twisted ribs may involve knitting or purling through the back loop for one stitch and the front loop for the next, creating a different texture.
Uneven tension or inconsistent stitch manipulation, such as inconsistent twisting or not aligning the stitches properly, can cause 1×1 ribbing to look uneven or messy. Practice and attention to detail can help improve its appearance.
1×1 ribbing tends to curl at the edges due to its natural stretchiness. To minimize curling, consider blocking your finished project or using a different edging technique.
Yes, twisted ribbing is usually tighter and denser than regular ribbing because knitting through the back loop twists the stitches, reducing their natural stretchiness.
A stretchy cast-on for 1×1 ribbing involves alternating between long-tail cast-on stitches for knit and purl stitches. This creates an elastic edge that complements the ribbing pattern.

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