Waffle Stitch (Broken Rib)

Knit ribbing is so much more than just the basic K2 P2. This month’s Stitchopedia explores three unusual ribbings! We have:

Eyes on You Ribbing
Slip Stitch Waffle Rib
Waffle Stitch Ribbing (this page)

Yarn Info

I used Berroco Vintage Sock in Fondant 12110 (light pink). I had forgotten how much I like the Vintage Line! The hand is very soft, I don’t feel that plasticy fabric that doesn’t breathe, it’s machine-washable and there are currently 50 colors available.

I’d gladly consider this yarn for a gifted pair of socks – it’s nice and soft and there’s no worry about them “mistakenly” washing it by machine.

What’s Interesting about the Waffle Stitch/Broken Rib?

If you don’t like purling, this only has half as many purl stitches per repeat. thank you broken rib
It gives the look of a regular rib when you look at the Knit columns.
In stitches 3 and 4, it doesn’t look like just a regular set of purl columns, but it’s hard to tell what exactly is going on.

Written Instructions

Rnd 1: *K2, p2; repeat from * to end.
Rnd 2: * K2, p2; repeat from * to end..
Rnd 3: Knit around.
Rnd 4: Knit around.

Waffle Stitch/Broken Rib Chart

Final Thoughts

There are less transitions from Knit to Purl. Not only will you avoid the issue of a loose knit stitch, but most Knitters will also be able to work a Broken Rib more quickly.

Just Remember to bind off in pattern!

About the Instructor: Jody Richards

Jody is the founder and lead editor of Knotions. She loves poring over stitch dictionaries and trying out new stitches.

She’s also on a mission to get everyone to embrace the blocking. And, to avoid using garter stitch edges in knit swatches made for gauge.

And while she likes all things crafting (well ok, except that one thing), yarn crafts are her true love (and she has the stash to prove it).

About Jill Bickers, our Resident Knitting Nerd

Jill Bickers is a full fledged knitting nerd, who can’t seem to stop buying books on fiber history in general and knitting history in particular. Okay, let’s be honest. She can’t seem to stop buying books, period. She is particularly obsessed with socks , lace, and cables.

Her designs can be found on Ravelry, as well as Knotions.