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A basic pattern used in hems and cuffs of sweaters, consisting of alternate knit and purl stitches that create raised vertical columns to provide elasticity and form-fitting comfort.

Inspired by the traditional patterns of Scandinavia and Iceland, Nordic knit patterns often include geometric shapes and animal motifs, using two or more contrasting colors for a striking effect.

A classic knitting pattern where the 'right' side of the fabric presents all knit stitches, resulting in a smooth, 'V' patterned surface, while the 'wrong' side shows all purl stitches.

A delicate knit pattern characterized by creating intentional holes and openwork in the fabric, often combined with intricate designs resembling lace. Frequently used in shawls and lightweight garments.

Originating from the tartan of Clan Campbell of Argyll in western Scotland, argyle patterns became popular in the 1920s as part of golf attire. Distinguished by overlapping motifs of diamonds and intercrossing diagonal lines.

Inspired by the Celtic knotwork and the ropes of fishermen, cable knits gained popularity through Irish fisherman sweaters known as Aran jumpers. They feature twisted or braided rope-like patterns.

Originating from the Channel Island of Guernsey, this pattern is commonly found in fishermen's sweaters. Features a tight knit of complex patterns and stitches that are said to symbolize nautical elements.

Originating from Scotland in the 1800s, houndstooth is a duotone textile pattern characterized by broken checks or abstract four-pointed shapes, often in black and white.

Also known as the 'Fisherman knit,' this pattern typically involves repeated thick, textured stitches giving it a bumpy surface similar to that of the seed stitch, it achieves warmth and comfort.

A style of knitting that provides a very thick, warm fabric. It's achieved by knitting into the stitch below the next stitch. It's similar to brioche knitting in texture.

A decorative technique used to add a pattern or design on top of already knit fabric by duplicate stitching the knit stitch pattern with a contrasting color yarn.

Though more known for woven fabric, tweed patterns can be knit with a flecked appearance that simulates the traditional woven tweed's look, associated with Scottish and Irish countryside attire.

Named after Lord Raglan, this seamless knit pattern is characterized by a diagonal sleeve construction that extends in one piece to the collar, offering comfortable movement.

One of the simplest knit patterns, the garter stitch is created by knitting every row when working flat. It yields a completely reversible fabric, with a distinctive ridged appearance.

The seed stitch, also known as British moss stitch, is a textured pattern that consists of alternating knit and purl stitches within one row and offset in the following row to create a bumpy fabric.

Traditional knitting technique from Fair Isle, a tiny island in the north of Scotland. Renowned for its multiple colors and intricate patterns using two colors in each row.

A zigzag pattern with sharp peaks and troughs, resembling the shape of the chevron insignia. In knitwear, it's created by using increases and decreases to form the peaks and valleys.

Entrelac knitting creates a textured diamond pattern that looks like woven strips of knitting. It's built up by knitting small, interconnected rectangles on an angle, using multiple colors.

A knitting technique used to create patterns with multiple colors. Unlike fair isle, the yarn is not carried across the back of the work, allowing for larger blocks of color and more complex imagery.