What Your Favorite Knitting Stitch Says About You (And Your Knitting Style)
Is your favorite knitting stitch revealing more about your personality than your horoscope ever could?
Knitting isn’t just a hobby—it’s a reflection of who we are. From the simplicity of garter stitch to the intricate flair of cables and lace, your go-to knitting stitch might just say more about you than you think.
So grab your needles (and a cup coffee your favorite mug), and let’s figure out what your favorite knitting stitch says about your unique knitting style.
Garter Stitch – The Comfort Seeker
You're the friend everyone calls when they need a pick-me-up. You're reliable, warm, and you know that sometimes, the simplest things are the best. Garter stitch is your jam because it's straightforward and squishy.
Knitting Style: You like simple projects with repetitive rows and zero stress. There’s a high chance you’ve got at least five WIPs in a basket somewhere... and honestly, you’re cool with that.
Signature Saying: "Knitting and collecting yarn are totally different hobbies!"
Pattern to Try: Cypri is a beautiful shawl full of comforting garter stitch with just enough travelling slip stitches to keep you on your toes.
Stockinette Stitch – The Smooth Operator
You are effortless, chic, and maybe slightly smug when someone asks if you bought that sweater. Stockinette stitch gives you those clean lines and classic vibes you love.
Knitting Style: You enjoy modern designs, clean edges, and the magic of blocking. You get that quiet thrill when someone compliments your work without realizing it’s handmade.
Signature Saying: "That S&#% will block out."
Pattern to Try: Kaiburr are fun fingerless mitts with stockinette stitch knit in multiple directions.
Ribbing – The Organized Multitasker
You’ve got your life (and your yarn stash) together. Ribbing is your go-to because it’s structured, efficient, and gives your projects that perfect balance of stretch and shape.
Knitting Style: You love flow, predictability, and function. Your stash is probably colour-coded, and your project bag has labelled compartments.
Signature Saying: "I’ve got the perfect yarn for that project!"
Pattern to Try: Truro is a ribbed pullover with a bit of simple cable detailing.
Cables – The Knitting Daredevil
You're not just knitting—you’re out here conquering. Cables call to you because they’re bold, intricate, and wildly satisfying to pull off.
Knitting Style: You dive headfirst into technical patterns and detailed charts. You like a challenge, and your projects make people stop and stare"
Signature Saying: "It’s all just knits and purls."
Pattern to Try: Carrick Bend has a beautiful sideways cable at the yoke that is so much fun to knit.
Lace – The Dreamy Romantic
You see the beauty in complexity. Lace knitting is your happy place, full of delicate details, tiny triumphs, and quiet elegance.
Knitting Style: You’ve got patience, grace, and an appreciation for imperfection. Even when you frog back five rows, you’re at peace with it.
Signature Saying: "I’m gonna need more stitch markers"
Pattern to Try: Lunaflora socks feature a lace panel down the front of the sock that adds just enough interest to the knitting.
Brioche – The Trendsetter
You’re the one teaching your knitting group new techniques and dropping words like “syncopated brioche” casually in conversation. You love the squish, the flair, and the Instagrammable factor.
Knitting Style: You stay ahead of the curve. You’ve mastered two-color brioche and have opinions on it. Big ones.
Signature Saying: "That’s not a mistake, it’s a design element?"
Pattern to Try: Floret is a brioche and lace shawl with a fun brioche flower edging.
Fair Isle/Colorwork – The Creative Visionary
You don’t follow patterns—you paint with yarn. Fair Isle and colorwork fuel your need for visual creativity and control.
Knitting Style: You thrive on watching patterns emerge row by row. You save every yarn scrap like it’s gold, and somehow, your chaos turns into something beautiful.
Signature Saying: "Just one more row...."
Pattern to Try: Leadlight Cardigan will make you feel like a visionary and a conqueror.
So, Did I Get It Right?
Is your favorite stitch a mirror of your personality—or are you a proud rebel with a love for all of them?
Drop your go-to stitch in the comments and tell us if we nailed your knitting type.
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