How to Knit the Veil Stitch

July 12, 2017 2 Comments

Veil stitch is a nice alternative to drop stitch that involves some specific wrapping to accomplish. Click through to master this unique stitch with an easy-to-follow video tutorial.

Earlier this week, I shared a free pattern for a knit wall hanging, dubbed Shot Through the Heart for its heart-inspired shape and the vintage arrows used to sturdy its top. A key part of that design is a stitch you don’t see every day, called the veil stitch. Veil stitch is a nice alternative to drop stitch that involves some specific wrapping to accomplish. Projects knit with the veil stitch are open and airy, with some added structure from the unique twists in the way the stitches are worked. Since the veil stitch is hard to wrap your head around without seeing it, I thought a new video tutorial was in order!

Veil stitch is a nice alternative to drop stitch that involves some specific wrapping to accomplish. Click through to master this unique stitch with an easy-to-follow video tutorial.

How to Knit the Veil Stitch

Supplies: yarn & appropriate needles

Suggested pattern: Shot Through the Heart

If you have any other tips for projects suited to the veil stitch, please holler in the comments! I’m officially fascinated with this stitch that doesn’t appear to be currently en vogue, and the design possibilities are huge!

Veil stitch is a nice alternative to drop stitch that involves some specific wrapping to accomplish. Click through to master this unique stitch with an easy-to-follow video tutorial.

About Heidi

Heidi Gustad is a knitting, crochet and crafts designer. She first learned to knit at age 8 from a grandmother who saw in her a need for something to keep her busy. She's now a full time designer, video host, blogger & teacher. You can keep up with her designs and more by following handsoccupied on your favorite social network.

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Debbie W
July 12, 2017 at 1:13 pm

This is easier than the other tutorials I found online while I patiently waited for your video! My patience was rewarded, thanks!

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Irene Dieryck
July 16, 2017 at 9:57 am

Thanks so much for this video. I love new challenges in knitting and I love this stitch. Thank you!

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