[Nfb-krafters-korner] The Knitting Brioche Stitch

[Tanya Wheatley]

I would love to have some needle knitting classes! I can cast on, knit, purl 
and bind off but I'm really just getting started!

Tanya

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From: "Annette Carr" <amcarr1 at verizon.net>
Sent: Wednesday, March 21, 2012 1:33 PM
To: <nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org>
Subject: [Nfb-krafters-korner] The Knitting Brioche Stitch

Hi All,

I have recently taught myself to knit one form of the Brioche stitch.  This
is sometimes called Fishermen's rib, German Rib as well as other names.  It
is a slip stitch pattern that can be used with strands of single or multiple
colors.  At this time I am only doing single color work.  The stitch
produces a very thick plush fabric and is usually done with wool.  I've used
both wool and acrylic yarn.  Scarves are a great first project in this
stitch.  If anyone is interested in learning how to do this stitch. I would
be willing to talk to Joyce about my teaching a class.  You would have to
know how to cast on, knit, pearl and bind off.