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Dimensional Herringbone Stitch

Dimensional Herringbone Knitting Pattern

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The Dimensional Herringbone Pattern is a bold, textured stitch created with simple crossing techniques. Its structured look makes it perfect for sweaters, cardigans, bags, cushions, and any project that needs a strong, eye-catching texture.

This pattern is worked over a multiple of 8 stitches + 2 and follows an 8-row repeat. All wrong-side rows are purled, while the texture forms on the right-side rows through alternating left and right crosses.

Abbreviations

  • K = Knit
  • P = Purl
  • C2L = Cross 2 Left (slip 2 sts to right needle, from front insert left needle into 1st st, drop 2nd st, place it back on left needle, knit st at back, slip st on top)
  • C2R = Cross 2 Right (slip 2 sts to right needle, from back insert left needle into 1st st, drop 2nd st, knit st at back, slip st on top)
  • rep = repeat
  • WS = Wrong Side
  • RS = Right Side
  • edge = edge stitch (slip 1 at beginning, knit 1 at end)

Pattern Instructions

Cast on a multiple of 8 + 2 stitches. Work a few rows in K1, P1 rib or garter stitch for a neat edge before starting the pattern.

Row 1 (WS): Purl
Row 2 (RS): edge, rep [C2L, K2, C2L, C2R], edge
Row 3 (WS): Purl
Row 4 (RS): edge, rep [K1, C2L, K2, C2R, K1], edge
Row 5 (WS): Purl
Row 6 (RS): edge, rep [C2R, C2L, C2R, K2], edge
Row 7 (WS): Purl
Row 8 (RS): edge, K1, rep [K2, C2L, K2, C2R], K2, C2L, K3, edge

Repeat Rows 1–8 for the pattern.

Tips for Success ✨

  • Keep your purl stitches loose on the wrong side—tight purls can cause curling and stiffness.
  • Pay attention to the flow of the lines: when crosses meet, balance them by alternating left and right crosses.
  • Look for visual clues in the fabric—groups of four knit stitches signal it’s time for a new cross. Once you recognize this rhythm, you won’t need to count every row.

🎥 Watch the Full Video Tutorial

For step-by-step guidance and extra tips on catching the rhythm of this stitch, watch my Dimensional Herringbone Knitting Tutorial on YouTube. I’ll walk you through the crossing techniques and share tricks to keep your fabric neat and textured.

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