The Irish Mesh stitch is a lace stitch without the extremely feminine characteristic which most lace patterns offer. Knitted in a multiple of 3 stitches and done in a 4-row repeat, this stitch is easy to remember and is a quick knit. The Irish Mesh stitch provides versatility which makes it great for many types of projects including scarves, blankets and more!
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Pattern
Skill: easy
Multiple of 3 sts
Flat
Row 1 (RS): k2, *yo, sl 1, k2, psso; rep from * to the last st, k1.
Row 2: purl.
Row 3: k1, *sl 1, k2, psso, yo; rep from * to the last 2 sts, k2.
Row 4: purl.
Repeat Rows 1-4.
In-the-round
Rd 1: *yo, sl1, k2, psso; rep from * to the end.
Rd 2: knit.
Rd 3: k2, *sl1, k2, psso, yo; rep from * to the last st, k1.
Rd 4: knit.