Tutorial: 2×2 Twisted Rib Stitch

I’m working on a new design where I’m doing a 2×2 twisted rib stitch and figured I’d give a short tutorial on how to work that.

I use twisted ribbing in all of my patterns (the ones after I learnt it) that require ribbing. I absolutely love the braided, clean, cute look of it. It’s simple, it’s easy, and in my opinion, really elevates the knitwear. Plus, it’s quite fun to do!

Step One- cast on an even number of stitches.

Step two- knit the first two stitches through the back loops on your left hand needle.

Step three- purl the next two stitches through the back loops.

Step four- knit 2 through the back loops.

Step five- purl 2 though the back loops.

Step six- continue working in that pattern to the end of the row.

Continue as many rows as required in 2×2 twisted ribbing.

See how easy? Bonus gorgeous points if you’re using this yarn from We Are Knitters. This is “the wool” in the color called yarnicorn. I literally get heart eyes over this yarn every single time I use it. Truly, you could make any knitwear piece with it and it would turn out beautiful.

Enjoy!