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Understanding Blue Rows and Shell Patterns in Knitting

Susan
Susan
Feb 11, 2020 12:07 AM
Complete Guide to Knitting Patterns: Understanding Blue Rows, Stitch Counts, and Shell Patterns
Complete Guide to Knitting Patterns: Understanding Blue Rows, Stitch Counts, and Shell Patterns

Row Correspondence

The 1st row of the scheme corresponds with the 7th row, totaling 73 BP dc stitches. The pattern of the ornament consists of 4 + 5 stitches.

Importance of Blue Rows

The presence of blue rows indicates the following:

  • The 1st row will be knit stitches.
  • The 5th row (row with picot) will also be knit stitches.
  • The 13th row (another row with picot) will be knit stitches.

If there are no blue rows present, the final row with picot (the 12th) will be a purl stitch.

Shell Pattern

The shell pattern requires 18 + 1 stitches to be successfully executed.

Final Row Instructions

Make sure to knit the last row with BP dc for a complete finish.

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