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Jacob's Ladder

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Jacob's Ladder.

Jacob's Ladder, with two panels worked next to each other.

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Definition:

Stitch pattern is a panel of 7 stitches. Picture shows two panels worked next to each other.

Rows 1, 3 and 5 (wrong side): Knit 1, purl 5, knit 1.

Rows 2 and 4: Purl 1, knit 5, purl 1.

Row 6: Purl 7.

Repeat these rows for pattern.

Also Known As: Ladder of Life, Cross Rib.

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