Berry Stitch – Knit
Worked over a multiple of 4 stitches and 4 rows, this Berry Stitch has a fabulous knobbly texture. There are more versions of this stitch, one of which is used on the Berries Blanket – find it in the Patterns and Instructions section of our online shop.
You will need
ColourSpun yarn of your choice.
Needles to suit your yarn.
Abbreviations
- C/on cast on
- C/off cast off
- KÂ knit
- Inc2 increase – knit into front of next stitch, knit into back of stitch and again into front. You will have worked 3 stitches into 1
- PÂ purl
- P3tog purl the next 3 stitches together
- St/s stitch/es
- YOÂ yarn over
Instructions
C/on a multiple of 4 sts + 3
Repeat Rows 1-4 until you reach your required length. C/off
Other Stitch Patterns
Because you chose Berry Stitch, we have added links below to a few more Stitches you may like
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This Berry Stitch swatch was made using Pure Merino Wool – DK but would work equally well with any of our large range of Natural Yarns
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Berry Stitch in knitting?
Berry Stitch is a textured knitting pattern that creates a fabulous knobbly surface by working increases and decreases in alternating positions across a four row repeat. Because of its raised, clustered texture, it is particularly well suited to blankets, cushions, and cosy home décor.
What is the stitch multiple for Berry Stitch?
Cast on a multiple of 4 stitches plus 3. Since the increases and decreases balance each other within each row, the stitch count stays consistent throughout the pattern.
What skill level is needed for Berry Stitch?
Although Berry Stitch involves increases and decreases, it is accessible to a confident beginner who has already mastered knit and purl stitches. Since the four row repeat is straightforward and consistent, it becomes easy to follow once the first repeat is complete.
What is the Inc2 increase used in Berry Stitch?
Inc2 means working three stitches into one by knitting into the front of the next stitch, then into the back, then into the front again. Because this creates two extra stitches, it builds the raised berry cluster that gives the stitch its distinctive knobbly texture.
What yarn works well for Berry Stitch?
Pure Merino DK was used for this sample, since a smooth, plump yarn shows the berry clusters most clearly. However, the stitch works equally well with any ColourSpun natural yarn in a similar weight.
Are there other versions of Berry Stitch available from ColourSpun?
Yes. Although this version is worked over 4 stitches and 4 rows, a different variation of Berry Stitch is used in the ColourSpun Berries Blanket pattern, which is available in the Patterns and Instructions section of the online shop.
