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1×1 Ribbing

Sample of k1, p1 ribbing

Worked flat with an odd number of sts

In Words

Row 1: Knit 1, *purl 1, knit 1,* repeat from * to * until the end of the row.
Row 2: Purl 1, * knit 1, purl 1,* repeat from * to * until the end of the row.
These 2 rows form pattern.

Charted

Chart for knitting k1, p1 rib flat on an odd number of stitches

Worked flat with an even number of sts

In Words

All rows: *Knit 1, purl 1,* repeat from * to * until the end of the row.

Charted

Chart for knitting k1 p1 rib on an even number of stitches or in the round

Worked in the round with an even number of sts

In Words

All rounds: *Knit 1, purl 1,* repeat from * to * until the end of the round.

Charted

Chart for knitting k1 p1 rib on an even number of stitches or in the round

Additional Information

1×1 Ribbing is the simplest ribbing stitch. It is a stretchy stitch and is often used for cuffs and bands of knitted garments.