Waffle Stitch Knitting Pattern for Beginners
You will love this easy Waffle Stitch Knitting Pattern. With its series of knits and purls, this texture resembles one of our favorite breakfast treats. Get this easily memorable, all-around stitch for knitting projects like scarves, blankets, and especially dishcloths.
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Table of Contents
Knitting Instructions
Cast On Stitches in Multiples of 3, Plus 1
Cast on knitting stitches onto your needles in multiples of 3, then add 1 additional stitch. This determines the width of your work.
Row 1 (Right Side): * K1, P2 *, K1
Knit one stitch and Purl one stitch all the way down your needle, ending with one additional knit stitch.
Row 2 (Wrong Side): P1, * K2, P1 *
Purl one stitch, the repeat the pattern of knitting two stitches and one purl stitch all the way down your needle.
Row 3: Knit All
Knit all stitches on your needle on the right side of your work.
Row 4: Purl All
Purl all stitches on your needle on the wrong side of your work.
Repeat Rows 1 Through 4
Repeat rows one through four until your work is the length you desire. Bind off when complete!
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Watch Video Tutorial
Waffle Stitch Texture
- Texture Design: The alternating knits and purls create a blocked texture resembling yummy waffles.
- Stitch Techniques: A series of easy knits and purls create the design.
- Row Repeat: Knit up the Waffle Stitch in a simple 4-row repeat.
- Lays Flat: This pattern easily lays flat without the need for extra borders nor blocking.
- Not Reversible: I consider this waffle stitch somewhat reversible pattern. The Right and Wrong sides, are similar yet not completely identical. That said, whichever side is showing the texture will look great.
Knitting Techniques
The Waffle 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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Printable Knitting Instructions
Printable Knitting Pattern
Learn how to knit this yummy Waffle Stitch Pattern, with its 4-Row Repeat of knits and purls, resembles one of our favorite breakfast treats!
Materials
- Yarn - Any Gauge
Tools
- Knitting Needles - Appropriate Size for Yarn
- Tapestry Needle
- Scissors
Instructions
KNITTED FLAT ON STRAIGHT NEEDLES:
Cast On: Multiples of 3, + 1
- Row 1 (Right Side): * K1, P2 *, K1
- Row 2 (Wrong Side): P1, * K2, P1 *
- Row 3: Knit All
- Row 4: Purl All
or
IN THE ROUND ON CIRCULAR NEEDLES:
Cast On: Multiples of 3
- Round 1 (Right Side): * K1, P2 *
- Round 2 (Wrong Side): * K1, P2 *
- Round 3: Knit All
- Round 4: Knit All
Notes
Repeat Rows 1 – 4 until your piece is the length you desire.
Repeat pattern between the * * asterisks
Not a Reversible Knit Stitch Pattern
4-Row Repeat
Lays Flat
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KNITTING TECHNIQUES
- Slip Knot
- CO = Cast On Long Tail Method
- K = Knit Stitch
- P = Purl Stitch
- BO = Bind Off
- Weave In Ends
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KNITTING CHART
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Kristen McDonnell is the author of the highly acclaimed book Knit Stitch: 50 Knit + Purl Patterns featuring vintage and unique designs.