RIPPLES knitting stitch
This post was originally published in 2019 and has been updated with a new high-contrast chart, high-resolution photos, and improved instructions for 2026.
Add a sense of movement to your next project with the Ripples knitting stitch. This geometric, textured pattern is part of the Oh La Lana! Stitch Library and is surprisingly simple to master. By using only basic knit and purl stitches, you can create a sophisticated ‘undulating’ fabric that looks beautiful on everything from modern baby blankets to cozy scarves. It’s the perfect rhythmic pattern for those ‘me-time’ knitting sessions where you want a beautiful result without a complicated chart!
| Skill level | Multiple | Repeat | Reversible |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beginner (only knits and purls) | 18 stitches | 18 rows | No |
Ripples Knitting Stitch: Written instructions
Row 1) (RS) Knit all stitches
Row 2) Purl all stitches
Row 3) p1, k15, p2
Row 4) k4, p11, k3
Row 5) p5, k7, p6
Row 6) p2, k6, p3, k6, p1
Row 7) k3, p4, k3, p4, k4
Row 8) p6, k3, p1, k3, p5
Row 9) k5, p3, k1, p3, k6
Row 10) Purl all stitches
Row 11) Knit all stitches
Row 12) p8, k3, p7
Row 13) k5, p7, k6
Row 14) p4, k11, p3
Row 15) k1, p6, k3, p6, k2
Row 16) p2, k4, p7, k4, p1
Row 17) p3, k11, p3, k1
Row 18) p1, k3, p11, k3
Ripples Knitting Stitch: Chart
Read all odd rows from right to left, and all even rows from left to right.
Want to turn this stitch into a full-sized blanket? Stay tuned for my upcoming Academy guide on adapting stitch multiples for any project!
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