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Monday, October 1, 2018

What's that stitch - Farrow rib

Picture of the knitting stitch farrow rib

Welcome to what's that stitch series! This is a stitch that creates a different kind of rib it reminds me of ploughed fields. Learn what farrow rib is, how to do  and a few project ideas for using this stitch.

What is farrow rib?


Farrow rib creates a textured rib that looks a bit like ploughed fields. This rib is easy to learn, creates a different texture than plain rib.

What does farrow rib look like?


Here is close up of what farrow rib looks like:

Picture of a close up of the knitting stitch farrow rib

How do you do farrow rib?


To do farrow rib you need to know how to knit and purl.

Cast on multiples of three

Row 1: *K2, P1, repeat from*

Repeat this row


Picture of knitted farrow rib square


What can you make using farrow rib?


Using farrow rib you knit the cuffs on sweaters, neckbands, gloves, socks or beanies.  You could knit a dishcloth, scarf, snood or boot cuff.

Have fun learning how to do farrow rib and making a project using this stitch, a new stitch in the stitch series what's that stitch will be posted next Monday.

Picture of what farrow rib is in knitting

4 comments:

Teresa B said...

It looks like a great stitch for winter sweaters and coats.
Thank you for sharing at The Really Crafty Link Party. Pinned.

Arjaye said...

Ooh yes it would be perfect for those or a nice chunky throw.
Awh thanks for pinning it ☺️

Ginx Craft said...

I always learn something new when I come to your blog. Thanks for joining in my party for October.

Arjaye said...

Awh thanks so much, that's awesome - you never stop learning. There is so much to learn in knitting. Thanks, i'm looking forward to this months one and seeing everyones projects along with what you have been up to.

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