7×3 Flat Rib Stitch Knitting Pattern for Beginners

The 7×3 Flat Rib Stitch Pattern has seven wide stitches of stockinette separated by three narrow reverse stockinette stitches.

This 2-Row Repeat Knit Stitch Pattern is an easy-level project with a simple combination of knits and purls. It is a great choice for knitting up impressive blankets, pillows, scarves, and more.

Get your free written pattern instructions with video tutorials below. You may also purchase my ad-free Knit Stitch Pattern Book in both hardcopy and e-book formats.

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CLOSER LOOK at the 7×3 Flat Rib Stitch Pattern

The wide ribbing of the 7×3 Flat Rib Stitch helps allow this pattern to lay flat while keeping a bit of stretchability.

This is not a reversible pattern because the right side of the work displays the design, but the wrong (back) side does not. 

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KNITTING MATERIALS

Feel free to use any size yarn and needles for your creative project.

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• Yarn Cascade 128 Superwash
• Knitting Needles – Size 10 US
• Tapestry Needle
• Scissors

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HOW TO KNIT THE 7×3 FLAT RIB STITCH

The 7×3 Flat Rib Stitch is an easy combination of simple Knit and Purl Stitches. Find my entire library of Knitting Techniques to help knit up this project.

• How to Cast On Without a Slip Knot or Slip Knot
• Cast On
• K = Knit Stitch
• P = Purl Stitch
• Cast Off
• Weave-in Yarn Ends

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CAST ON AND CAST OFF 7×3 RIB STITCH

When beginning and ending Rib Stitch Patterns, you may wish to do so “in pattern.” This creates the ribbed texture along the edge for knitted items like sleeves and necks, rather than a solid horizontal edge.

Casting On: Alternating the Long-Tail Cast On Knitwise and Cast On Purlwise stitches in pattern to begin your project.

Casting Off: Alternating the Basic Cast Off Knitwise and Cast Off Purlwise gives the finished edge the same texture as your ribbing.