Feather and Fan Stitch Knitting Pattern for Beginners

Materials Needed:

• Worsted weight yarn
• Knitting needles suitable for your yarn weight

Instructions:

Abbreviations:

• k: knit
• p: purl
• yo: yarn over
• k2tog: knit two stitches together
• ssk: slip, slip, knit

Pattern: The Feather and Fan Stitch pattern consists of four rows repeated:

Row 1 (Right Side): Knit across the row. Row 2: Purl across the row.

Row 3: *K1, [yo, k2tog] three times, [k2tog, yo] three times, repeat from * to last stitch, k1. Row 4: Purl across the row.

Repeat these four rows to continue the Feather and Fan Stitch pattern.

Instructions:

1. Begin: Cast on a multiple of 18 stitches plus 2 additional stitches for the pattern repeat.
2. Row 1 (Right Side): Knit across the row.
3. Row 2: Purl across the row.
4. Row 3: K1, [yo, k2tog] three times, [k2tog, yo] three times, repeat from * to last stitch, k1.
5. Row 4: Purl across the row.
6. Repeat Rows 1-4: Continue repeating Rows 1 through 4 until your piece reaches the desired length, ending with Row 4.

Notes:

• This pattern creates a beautiful wave-like design that is perfect for beginners learning new stitch techniques.
• Always knit the first and last stitch of every row to maintain a neat edge.

The Feather and Fan Stitch pattern is a great introduction to lace knitting for beginners. Enjoy creating a delicate and textured fabric with this simple yet elegant stitch pattern!