HOURGLASS knitting stitch
Bring a touch of timeless structure to your knitting with the Hourglass Stitch. This pattern is a masterclass in how much you can achieve using only knit and purl stitches. The design creates a delicate, repeating hourglass motif that feels both vintage and modern, making it a beautiful choice for everything from baby blankets to textured home accessories. It is beginner-friendly, incredibly relaxing to work, and looks stunning in any yarn color.
| Skill level | Multiple | Repeat | Reversible |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beginner (only knits and purls) | 14 stitches | 16 rows | No |
Hourglass Knitting Stitch: Written instructions
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Row 1) (RS)Â k3, p3, k1, p7
Row 2)Â p4, k3, p1, k3, p3
Row 3)Â k3, p2, k3, p2, k4
Row 4)Â p3, k3, p3, k3, p2
Row 5)Â k2, p2, k5, p2, k3
Row 6)Â p2, k3, p5, k3, p1
Row 7) k1, p2, k7, p2, k2
Row 8)Â p1, k3, p7, k3
Row 9)Â p13, k1
Row 10)Â p1, k3, p7, k3
Row 11)Â k1, p2, k7, p2, k2
Row 12)Â p2, k3, p5, k3, p1
Row 13)Â k2, p2, k5, p2, k3
Row 14)Â p3, k3, p3, k3, p2
Row 15)Â k3, p2, k3, p2, k4
Row 16)Â p4, k3, p1, k3, p3
Hourglass Knitting Stitch: Chart
Read all odd rows from right to left, and all even rows from left to right.
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