Textured slip stitch

Can work this with only rows 1 & 2 for flat fabric with very subtle ribbing, suitable for man’s scarf or sweater. If all 4 rows are worked, fabric has a nice woven look.

Shown with a cast-on count of 8 stitches.   Getting chart...

  • Row 1 (RS): *K1, sl1 wyif, k1, repeat from * to last 2 sts, k2.
  • Row 2: *P1, k2, repeat from * to last 2 sts, p2.
  • Row 3: Knit.
  • Row 4: *P1, sl1 wyib, p1, repeat from * to last 2 sts, p2.