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How to Knit the Rick Rack Stitch

March 16, 2017 4 Comments

Finding a new knit stitch to add something interesting to your projects is always a lot of fun. Learn how to knit the rick rack rib stitch in the round or flat with an easy video tutorial from Hands Occupied.
It’s always fun to find a new stitch to mix things up in your knitting. The rick rack rib stitch is one of those funky stitches that’s interesting to knit and packs a big visual punch. For a stitch that’s really just a matter of knitting stitches out of order – kind of like cabling but without the needle juggle a third needle, this stitch quickly became a favorite for me. I bet it will for you too!

Finding a new knit stitch to add something interesting to your projects is always a lot of fun. Learn how to knit the rick rack rib stitch in the round or flat with an easy video tutorial from Hands Occupied.

Sounds all sunshine and rainbows, right? The rub when it comes to this stitch is that it’s worked fairly differently flat vs. in the round. Rick rack rib stitch also involves needing to understand working in the back loop and working stitches out of order (hence my referring to its status as a cable-adjacent stitch a moment ago). Lucky for you, I’ve conjured up video tutorials for how to work the stitch both flat & in the round. Check them out!

If you like this funky ribbing, this stitch features prominently in my Rick & Roll Socks pattern if you’re eager to try it out on a full on knitting project.

How to Knit the Rick Rack Rib Stitch Flat

Start by casting on a multiple of 3 stitches plus 1, then follow the steps in this easy-to-follow video.

How to Knit the Rick Rack Rib Stitch in the Round

Start by casting on a multiple of 3 stitches, join them into a round, and then you’re ready to roll!  

Finding a new knit stitch to add something interesting to your projects is always a lot of fun. Learn how to knit the rick rack rib stitch in the round or flat with an easy video tutorial from Hands Occupied.

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Heidi Gustad is a craft book author, designer & creator specializing in yarn crafts like knitting, crochet, latch hook & macramé. Her first book, Latch Hook: 12 Projects for the Modern Maker, is out now.

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  1. Rita

    March 18, 2017 at 3:03 pm

    Hi Heidi, I love this stitch and thank you for bringing it to us. I’m about to start a lapghan and I would love to incorporate this Rick Rack stitch into it. I’m going to use a solid color yarn, which I believe would give the stitch a more prominent look.
    Would you have any suggestions as to what type of stitch to use with it and approximately how wide it should be?

    Would it look good with a garter stitch border? Sorry for all of these questions. I’m so happy I joined your mailing list.
    Thank you so much!
    Rita

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    • Heidi

      March 21, 2017 at 7:59 am

      You could pair it with a garter border, or even do no garter border at all! This stitch doesn’t warp like crazy so that’s an option. As far as width, lapghans are usually 36×48″. And good call on the solid yarn! I agree that will make the stitch look great. :)

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  2. Anna Marie Shuster Smith

    March 18, 2017 at 3:57 pm

    Excellent video. Thank you. I love this stitch. I’m going to try and do a baby blanket with.

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  3. Sandy Lendall

    March 18, 2017 at 6:41 pm

    Love this stitch going to make a baby blanket wtbiz stitch. Thanks for the video!
    Sandy

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