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This gorgeous Crest of The Wave Stitch Pattern is a variation of the ever-popular Feather and Fan stitch pattern.
Originating from Shetland, the stitch pattern is primarily used to make delicate lace shawls.
In addition, the beautiful scalloped edges make this gorgeous knitted lace pattern perfect for edging knitting projects such as baby blankets, etc.
Furthermore, it would also work equally well in a cardigan or a skirt, or any lace garment for that matter.
In fact, this lace pattern is easy and uncomplicated to knit even though it is knitted over 12 rows.
So, why not give this great alternative to the Feather and Fan stitch pattern a go?

Techniques Needed for the Crest of the Wave Stitch Pattern
Abbreviation Description Tutorial
k knit Knit Stitch Continental Style
Knit Stitch English Style
p purl Purl Stitch Continental Style
Purl Stitch English Style
sl slip Slipping Stitches Knitwise or Purlwise
yo yarnover Open Yarnover Increase
k2tog knitting 2 stitches Basic Right-Slanting Decrease
together
ssk slip one, slip one Basic Left-Slanting Decrease
knit 2 together
Other Abbreviations Used
ws wrong side
rs right side
rep repeat
st(s) stitch(es)
Instructions (Knitted Flat)
Cast a multiple of 12 sts plus 1.
Row 1: Knit
Row 2: Knit
Row 3: Knit
Row 4: Knit
Row 5 (RS): K1, * (k2 tog) twice, (yo, k1) 3 times, yo, (ssk) twice, k1; rep from *
Row 6: Purl
Row 7: K1, * (k2 tog) twice, (yo, k1) 3 times, yo, (ssk) twice, k1; rep from *
Row 8: Purl
Row 9: K1, * (k2 tog) twice, (yo, k1) 3 times, yo, (ssk) twice, k1; rep from *
Row 10: Purl
Row 11: K1, * (k2 tog) twice, (yo, k1) 3 times, yo, (ssk) twice, k1; rep from *
Row 12: Purl
Repeat rows 1-12 until you have reached the desired length.