Garter Rib Stitch

The Garter Rib Stitch Pattern is a knitting stitch pattern that is created using knit and purl stitches. It is similar to a standard ribbing pattern (such as 2×2 ribbing—knit two stitches, purl two stitches); however instead of alternating Stockinette stitch and reverse Stockinette stitch to create the stitch pattern, the garter rib is created by alternating Stockinette stitch with garter stitch.

This stitch pattern is less stretchy than traditional ribbing stitch patterns, so it’s important to consider the placement of this stitch pattern on your project. The garter rib is great for a neckline of a sweater or places where you want to add more decorative details to your project.

LARGE GARTER RIB

The large version of the garter rib stitch is worked over a multiple of 6 plus 3 stitches.

Row 1 (RS): Knit all stitches.
Row 2 (WS): *K3, p3; repeat from * to last 3 stitches, k3.

Repeat Rows 1 & 2 for pattern.

SMALL GARTER RIB

The smaller version of the garter rib stitch pattern is worked over a multiple of 4 plus 2 stitches.

Row 1 (RS): Knit all sts.
Row 2 (WS): *K2, p2; repeat from * to last 2 sts, k2.

Repeat Rows 1 & 2 for pattern.