ACORN AND OAK LEAF knitting pattern | Into the Woodlands MKAL Clue #4
Step deeper into the forest with our latest ‘Into the Woodlands’ clue: the Acorn and Oak Leaf block. This design captures the quiet transition of the seasons, pairing a crisp oak leaf with its tiny acorn counterpart in a dance of texture and silhouette.
Knitted to our 52SP Standard (43×63 stitches), this block is as sturdy as the trees that inspired it. Whether you are following along with the mystery knit-along or looking for the perfect autumnal addition to a nature-themed throw, this high-contrast chart ensures your stitches stay as clear as a crisp fall morning. Grab your needles—it’s time to add a bit of woodland magic to your needles!
In this post:
- General Instructions for the Acorn and Oak Leaf Block
- Jump to Row-by-row written instructions
- Jump to Chart
- Clues #1, #2 and #3 of this MKAL
- More patterns you might like
| Project Detail | Requirement |
| Skill Level | Beginner (only knits and purls) |
| Yarn Weight | DK or Worsted |
| Needle Size | 4mm / US 6 (and 4.5mm / US 7 for casting on and binding off stitches) |
| Finished Size | 8.5” x 8.5” (22 cm x 22 cm) |
Materials & Tools for the Acorn and Oak Leaf block
- Yarn: 70 yds (64 m) of DK yarn (8 ply). OR 140 yds (128 m) of light fingering yarn (approx 3 ply) USED DOUBLE.
- Needles: 4mm / US 6 (and 4.5mm / US 7 for casting on and binding off stitches).
- Tools: tapestry needle for weaving in yarn ends, scissors.
- Gauge: 21 sts x 28 rows in stocking st with US 6 (4 mm needles) and DK yarn = 4” x 4” (10 cm x 10 cm)
NOTE: You can change the yarn weight and needle size to obtain different sized blocks. Let me know in the comments if you need help!
Acorn and Oak Leaf Knitting Pattern
Abbreviations:
- CO: cast on
- RS: right side
- WS: wrong side
- st(s): stitch(es)
- k: knit
- p: purl
The Pattern: General Instructions
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- Cast on sts
CO 43 sts with US 7 (4.5 mm) needles.
I always cast on and bind off stitches with larger needles than I use for the main work. This prevents my cast on and bind off rows from being too tight. - Garter stitch bottom border
With US 6 (4 mm) needles, knit 4 rows.
Slip first stitch on every row as if you were to knit it, but without knitting it (except on the first row). It will form a neat and sturdy border. - Main pattern with garter stitch side borders
Continue working the next 55 rows as follows:
4 garter sts, ACORN AND OAK LEAF knitting pattern over 35 sts, 4 garter sts
You can follow either the row-by-row written instructions or the chart below for the ACORN AND OAK LEAF knitting pattern. - Garter stitch top border
Knit 4 rows.
- Bind off
Bind off all sts with a US 7 (4.5 mm) needle. Cut yarn and weave in ends.
- (Optional) Blocking
Block your square to its final measures.
Acorn and Oak Leaf Knitting Pattern: Row-by-Row Instructions
Row 1) and every following odd row (RS): Knit all stitches
Row 2) Purl all stitches
Row 4) p24, k3, p8
Row 6) p21, k9, p5
Row 8) p19, k13, p3
Rows 10) to 20) p18, k15, p2
Row 22) p6, k2, p11, k13, p3
Row 24) p5, k5, p8, k15, p2
Row 26) p5, k5, p3, k3, p2, k15, p2
Row 28) p6, k4, p2, k4, p4, k11, p4
Row 30) p2, k4, p1, k7, p3, k2, p3, k7, p6
Row 32) p3, k10, p2, k4, p5, k3, p8
Row 34) p6, k12, p6, k3, p8
Row 36) p2, k3, p2, k9, p2, k3, p4, k3, p7
Row 38) p2, k13, p1, k5, p14
Row 40) p4, k16, p15
Row 42) p7, k12, p16
Row 44) p4, k13, p18
Row 46) p6, k10, p19
Row 48) p14, k2, p19
Row 50) p15, k2, p18
Row 52) p16, k2, p17
Row 54) Purl all stitches
Row 55) Knit all stitches
Acorn and Oak Leaf Knitting Chart
- Read all odd rows from right to left, and all even rows from left to right.
New to reading charts? Don’t worry, I’ve got you covered! You can find my step-by-step guide in the Oh La Lana! Academy: How to Read Knitting Charts for Beginners. It breaks down exactly how to follow the grid so you can knit your woodland friend with confidence!
⚠️ Note: These charted instructions represent the 35-stitch design area. Remember to work your 4-stitch garter borders at the beginning and end of every row.
Just find us?
Here’s what we’ve knitted so far in the “Into the Woodlands” Beginner MKAL:
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Branch
Seated Fox
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