The Faggot Stitch – An Easy Lace Pattern

Please note that I did not name it the Faggot Stitch nor was I trying to be rude. The term is from the late 13th century and was used to describe a bundle of twigs or sticks used for fuel.  However we feel about the word, it is a super cool stitch so please take no offense and so with our emotions and politics in our pocket,  let’s move forward with the pattern.

There are several versions, this happens to be my favorite because it looks the closest the Rickrack Rib Stitch but is much easier to do. Everyone knows I love EASY.

Faggot Stitch Pattern

NOTES: This is a SUPER simple pattern. To be exact it’s just two rows that you repeat until you reach your desired length so try not to over think it. If you want to adjust it a bit and make it more interesting you can always change the knit stitch to a purl. Either way it’s a perfect stitch to use for the warmer weather outfits and gear. I’m planing on a shawl and a market bag pattern.

Remember that this is only a stitch pattern. There is no cast-on, edges or bind-off. There really is a good reason why I don’t add these parts to my stitch pattern. To further explain why and for some ideas on what you can do I created a web post and a video: Click HERE

There are 4 versions of the knit stitch. I almost always prefer the Uwrap version of the knit stitch but for this particular pattern I prefer the True version. If you want a more loose and lacey look then use the eWrap. I have a web post and video to help you learn all the versions: Click HERE

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SUPPLIES USED:

Loom: 24-peg Knifty Knitter

Yarn: Worsted weight acrylic

Hook: KB Ergonomic Loom Hook

 

PATTERN: FLAT VERSION 

Multiple of 2 stitches plus edges

Use the True version of the knit stitch.

Note that I knit my row one from left to right

 

Row 1: YO, K2tog; rep to the end.

Row 2: YO, SSK: rep to the end

Repeat the row until you reach the desired length.

 

See the video tutorial below.

Again, keep in mind that this is a stitch pattern and not a complete project and so there is not cast-on nor cast-off. Those are determined by the designer. I do hope to make a project using this awesome simple stitch soon so stay tuned, better yet subscribe to my YouTube channel.

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