Tassel Stitch Knitting Pattern
The Tassel Stitch Knitting Pattern creates a beautiful texture of alternating rows. This design is adds depth with its tassel shaped structure. It’s a great choice for knitting up textured blankets, scarves, and pillows.
Get your written pattern instructions both flat and in the round below, along with knitting video tutorial to best see the draw loop technique.
Table of Contents
Tassel Stitch Knitting Texture
Knitting Level
This vintage knitting texture is an Intermediate Level stitch.
Row Repeat
Knit up the Tassel Stitch in a 12-Row Repeat Knit Stitch Pattern
Not a Reversible Stitch
The Seersucker Stitch is not a reversible pattern, because the right and wrong sides differ. Although, the wrong side has a nice clean look when visible.
Can the Tassel Stitch be knit in the round?
Yes, this pattern includes written instructions to knit it in the round. Try it out with either circular or double-pointed needles.
Knitting Techniques
- How to Cast On Without a Slip Knot or Slip Knot
- Cast On
- K = Knit Stitch
- P = Purl Stitch
- P2Tog = Purl Two Stitches Together
- K2Tog = Knit Two Stitches Together
- Draw Loop
- Cast Off
- Weave-in Yarn Ends
Watch Video Tutorial
Printable Knitting Instructions
Printable Knitting Pattern
The Tassel Stitch Knitting Pattern creates a beautiful texture of alternating rows.
Materials
- Yarn - Any Gauge
Tools
- Knitting Needles - Appropriate Size for Yarn
- Tapestry Needle
- Scissors
Instructions
FLAT ON STRAIGHT KNITTING NEEDLES
Cast On in Multiples of 6 + 1 Stitches
- Row 1 (Right Side): * K4, P2 * K1
- Row 2 (Wrong Side): P1 * K2, P4 *
- Row 3 : * K4, P2 * K1
- Row 4: P1 * K2, P4 *
- Row 5: * Right Needle Btwn 4th & 5th stitches and draw through loop, K1, P2, K3 * K1
- Row 6: P1 * P3, K2, P2TOG *
- Row 7 : K1 * P2, K4 *
- Row 8: * P4, K2 * P1
- Row 9 : K1 * P2, K4 *
- Row 10: * P4, K2 * P1
- Row 11 : K3 * Right Needle Btwn 4th & 5th stitches and draw through loop, K1, P2, K3 * end with K1, P2, K1
- Row 12: P1, K2, P1 * P3, K2, P2TOG * P3
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IN-THE-ROUND ON CIRCULAR KNITTING NEEDLES
Cast On in Multiples of 6 + 1 Stitches
- Row 1 (Right Side) : * K4, P2 * K1
- Row 2: * K4, P2 *, K1
- Row 3 : * K4, P2 * K1
- Row 4: * K4, P2 *, K1
- Row 5: * Right Needle Btwn 4th & 5th stitches and draw through loop, K1, P2, K3 * K1
- Row 6: * K2Tog, P2, K3 *, K1
- Row 7 : K1 * P2, K4 *
- Row 8: K1, * P2, K4 *
- Row 9 : K1 * P2, K4 *
- Row 10: K1, * P2, K4 *
- Row 11 : K3 * Right Needle Btwn 4th & 5th stitches and draw through loop, K1, P2, K3 * end with K1, P2, K1
- Row 12: K3, * K2Tog, P2, K3 *, K1, P2, K1
Notes
Repeat Pattern between * *
Repeat Rows 1 – 12 until your piece is the length you desire and then Bind Off.
Non-Reversible Knit Stitch Pattern.
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KNITTING TECHNIQUES AND ABBREVIATIONS
Kristen McDonnell
Author & Designer
After publishing her first knitting tutorial video, Kristen founded StudioKnit LLC. Enamored with teaching online, she films knitting lessons and designs from her vibrant production studio on Half Moon Bay’s California coast.
Kristen McDonnell is the author of the highly acclaimed book Knit Stitch: 50 Knit + Purl Patterns featuring vintage and unique designs.