The Box Stitch

The Box Stitch pattern is similar to the seed stitch since it alternates knits and purls but in a 2×2 pattern rather than 1×1. The result is a checkered texture that is great for washcloths, pillows, and scarves.

Shown with a cast-on count of 10 stitches.   Getting chart...

  • Row 1 (RS): K2, *p2, k2, repeat from *.
  • Row 2: P2, *k2, p2, repeat from *.
  • Row 3: P2, *k2, p2, repeat from *.
  • Row 4: K2, *p2, k2, repeat from *.