Crossed Stitch:
Crossed Stockinette Stitch is no more difficult than the garden variety, but it looks a lot more interesting when it's finished. Unfortunately, it does still curl like the standard stuff, so when you use this in a sampler afghan you might want to plan for a border that will eliminate some of the curl.
Materials:
- about 100 yards of the worsted weight yarn of your choice (I used Plymouth Encore color 1231
- one pair size 8 US knitting needles
- scissors and yarn needle
Gauge:
20 stitches per 4 inches, or 5 stitches per inch.
Size:
12 by 12 inch block.
Instructions:
- Cast on 60 stitches.
- Work in Crossed Stockinette Stitch as follows:
Row 1: Knit through the back loop of each stitch.
Row 2: Purl.
- Continue in pattern until piece measures 12 inches.
- Bind off in pattern. Weave in ends.
