Garter Ribbing by Vicki Monthei

Garter Ribbing

Knitting
May 2026
Worsted (9 wpi) ?
4.8 stitches and 8 rows = 1 inch
in Garter Ribbing pattern - blocked
US 8 - 5.0 mm
N/A
English
This pattern is available as a free Ravelry download

An 1884 journal reminded me of how useful even the simplest knitting patterns can be. Reversible Garter Ribbing has only 4 pattern rows and any number of stitches will work. If placed sideways on a garment, the vertical ribs are slimming! Garter Ribbing would also make a great companion to more complicated stitches or afghan strips. It’s a warm and cushy pattern!

Skills needed: cast on, knit, purl and bind off.

Gauge is not important in this pattern. Any block-able yarn/thread will work. Make a swatch to check gauge and appearance.