Andalusian Stitch Knitting Pattern

The Andalusian stitch knitting pattern creates a textured pattern using basic knit stitches.

It's a lovely delicate looking pattern that can easily be incorporated into a variety knitting patterns like blankets and sweaters.

And it's so simple to knit it's great for beginners. 

Basically its Stockinette Stitch with one row of ribbing that changes the look to a kind of grid pattern.

So does that mean the andalusian stitch curls?

Yes. This stitch pattern is basically a textured Stockinette stitch so you will find the sides curl in a bit.

My best solution for this would be to add a small border around the sides, something like a Garter stitch or seed stitch.

The Andalusian knit stitch is worked over 4 rows

Here's a link to my ribbing instructions just in case you aren't certain about how to knit ribbing yet. Don't worry, it's easy.

This simple stitch pattern will look lovely on practically anything. 

For instance, instead of knitting a sweater or cardigan in Stockinette stitch give one of these Andalusian stitches a try instead. 

Making one simple change will add a nice texture to a sweater or cardigan.

Or use it in your next mittens pattern or hats, socks and well just about anything. It just adds that little bit of eye candy.

Have any ideas? Give them a try.

Andalusian Stitch knitting Pattern Knit Flat

Cast on multiple of 2 sts plus 1 extra stitch

1st Row (right side): Knit

2nd Row: Purl

3rd Row: *K1, p1; repeat from * to last stitch, k1

4th Row: Purl

Repeat rows 1 - 4 for pattern stitch.

Andalusian stitch pattern - knit in the round

Cast on multiple of 2 stitches

Round 1 and 2:  Knit

Round 3:  *Knit 1, purl 1, repeat from * around

Round 4:  Knit

Repeat these 4 rounds for pattern stitch.

It's a pretty stitch pattern isn't it?  Have some fun with it. 

Double Andalusian stitch knitting Pattern

Since there are a few Andalusian pattern variations I decided to whip up another swatch with this version as well. 

The double Andalusian stitch is simply made by changing the rib stitch pattern to a 2x1 rib stitch pattern.

So instead of knitting 1x1 rib you'll knit the 2x1 rib instead creating another lovely pattern stitch.

You may like to try this one too. It's just as pretty as the first one and is called the Double Andalusian stitch.

This lovely knitting stitch pattern is really simple to knit up too. 

Everything stays the same except the row of ribbing. So you'll have this one memorized in no time.

Try making a scarf with it or anything you like. It is really simple and will perk up any plain knitting that you are working on. 

Double Andalusian knitting stitch Pattern - knit flat

Cast on a multiple of 3 stitches plus 1 extra stitch

Rows 1 and 3 (right side): Knit

Row 2: Purl

Row 4: Purl 1, *Knit 2, purl 1* repeat from * to * to the end of row.

These 4 rows form the pattern.

Double Andalusian Knit Stitch pattern - knit in the round

This is worked over a multiple of 3 stitches.

Rounds 1 - 3:  Knit

Round 4:  Purl 2, knit 1 around

These 4 rounds create the Double Andalusian Knit Stitch Pattern

Those are the two Andalusian stitch patterns for you. Simple right? 

Would you like to try a double andalusian stitch hat knitting pattern?

Great! Because I designed this hat with the double andalusin stitch pattern.  

Double Andalusian Stitch Knit Hat With Ponytail Hole  

And it's a flat knit hat using straight knitting needles so it's great for all you beginner knitters out there.

It's quick to knit too so you can have it done in one or two evenings.  Hope you like it. 

Happy Knitting!

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