Stitch study: Chevron Rib by Deb Hoss

Stitch study: Chevron Rib

Knitting
March 2024
Worsted (9 wpi) ?
20.8 stitches and 32 rows = 4 inches
in Chevron Rib
US 6 - 4.0 mm
615 yards (562 m)
One size – 11"/ 28 cm wide by 66"/ 168 cm long
English
This pattern is available as a free Ravelry download

Introducing the latest in my stitch study series, a scarf this time of Chevron Rib – a simple knit and purl sequence, worked in a previously daunting to me 18 stitch by 4 row repeat. And I’m now happy to report, after just a few rows, I found it wasn’t so daunting at all. Garter Rib trims its edges, following the rhythm of the chevron waves. It’s a fun knit, with a sumptuous result, and a precursor to Let the Games Begin – a vest of the same stitch pattern, currently underway. See what you think? It’s free, my gift. Enjoy!

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
One size – 11”/ 28 cm wide by 66”/ 168 cm long.

MATERIALS
Yarn
Shown in Woolstok Worsted yarn by Blue Sky Fibers. (100% Fine Highland wool; 123 yards /112 m per 50g skein); color – Drift Wood; 5 skeins, or for comparable yarn, approximately 615 yds/ 565 m.

Needles
US6/ 4.0mm or size to obtain gauge
• 1 24”/ 60 cm circular or 1 pair straight

Notions
• Stitch markers, varying colors helpful
• Tapestry needle
• T-pins for blocking

GAUGE (after blocking)
• 20.8 sts and 32 rows = 4”/ 10.2 cm in Chevron Rib

SKILLS REQUIRED
Long-tail CO, knitting, purling, and blocking.

4 page pdf includes pattern instructions, photographs, Chevron Rib stitch pattern description and chart, and definitions for relevant abbreviations.