If you have been knitting for awhile, you probably have come across a pattern that uses a Twisted Stitch, at times referred to as a Bavarian Stitch. This is a stitch you will want to add to your knitting stitch repertoire.
Twisted Stitches are a delicate column of graceful curves that wind their way through the pattern. Sometimes, they are thought of as a 1/1 cable stitch. Though they look as though they require a cable needle to complete, they are easier to work without using one.
By knitting the stitch through the back loop the result is a tighter stitch, allowing it to pop out above the other stitches for definition. Knitting through the back loop is abbreviated as "ktbl". The resulting tighter stitch creates a stiffer fabric.
The following are tutorials showing you how to knit the stitch.
Beate Zache walks you through a step by step photographed tutorial showing you how to cable without using a cable needle. Maybe you would also like to see the Twisted Stitch as a video by Berroco.
The following are patterns you might like to try, that incorporate the Twisted Stitch.
If knitting socks are a passion of yours, Becca Diaz's Cut & Paste socks will have Twisted Stitches running up and down your legs in no time. Carolyn Wei has created Kippers! a laptop case pattern knit in the round. This pattern can also be converted into a throw pillow. Amanda Keep has knit a Pretty Ditty Bag with a drawstring for Berroco. Amanda described it as an all purpose bag to carry your lunch or knitting. Twisted Stitch Mitts are fingerless gloves designed by Amy McElwain for Classic Elite Yarns. If you like fingerless, you will find the pattern sophisticated with a simplistic style.
Now you have a new stitch and patterns to knit. All you need is yarn and needles. Bayberry Knitting is the place to shop. Maybe you would like some blue yarn. It is the color of the month and is 15% off.
Bayberry Knitting offers a "Free rewards program" as an incentive to repeat customers. This program allows the LYS to show their appreciation to loyal customers for their continued patronage. Ask for details the next time you visit.
There is a new needle company in town. An India based family business started out making paintbrushes and now over the past year has introduced knitting needles, crochet hooks and other items. Bayberry will be carrying Symfonie Wood - Dreamz (laminated birch wood-exported from Vermont) color coded by size.
Symfonie Wood - Cubics have a "square" section that gradually tapers. These needles have been well received by knitters of all levels, especially those with arthritis. If you have never tried a square needle, you owe it to yourself to stop by and give them a try. The shop is located at 36 Whiting St. Suite One Plainville, CT 06062, 860.410.4250.
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