How to Knit a Zig-Zag Shape Knitting pattern for Ladies cardigan Jacket
If you're a fan of
knitting and looking for a new challenge, creating a
zig-zag shape
knitting pattern for a ladies cardigan jacket is a great way to test your skills. This pattern is perfect for those who love to knit and want to create something unique and stylish.
Materials Needed
- 4 skeins of worsted weight yarn in your desired color
- Knitting needles in size 8 (5mm)
- Tape measure
- Scissors
- Stitch markers
Instructions
Step 1: Cast on 84 stitches using your preferred method.
Step 2: Knit 2 rows in garter stitch (knit every stitch) for the border.
Step 3: Row 1: Knit 4 stitches, place a stitch marker, *knit 6 stitches, slip 1 stitch purlwise, knit 1 stitch, pass slipped stitch over the knit stitch, knit 6 stitches, place a stitch marker; repeat from * until the last 4 stitches, knit the remaining 4 stitches.
Step 4: Row 2 and all even rows: Knit every stitch.
Step 5: Row 3: Knit 3 stitches, slip the first stitch purlwise, *knit 5 stitches, slip 1 stitch purlwise, knit 1 stitch, pass slipped stitch over the knit stitch, slip the next stitch purlwise, knit 5 stitches; repeat from * until the last 3 stitches, knit the remaining 3 stitches.
Step 6: Row 5: Knit 2 stitches, slip the first stitch purlwise, *knit 4 stitches, slip 1 stitch purlwise, knit 1 stitch, pass slipped stitch over the knit stitch, slip the next stitch purlwise, knit 4 stitches; repeat from * until the last 2 stitches, knit the remaining 2 stitches.
Step 7: Row 7: Knit 1 stitch, slip the first stitch purlwise, *knit 3 stitches, slip 1 stitch purlwise, knit 1 stitch, pass slipped stitch over the knit stitch, slip the next stitch purlwise, knit 3 stitches; repeat from * until the last stitch, knit the remaining stitch.
Step 8: Row 9: Slip the first stitch purlwise, *knit 2 stitches, slip 1 stitch purlwise, knit 1 stitch, pass slipped stitch over the knit stitch, slip the next stitch purlwise, knit 2 stitches; repeat from * until the end of the row.
Step 9: Repeat steps 4 to 8 until you reach your desired length, ending with row 4.
Step 10: Knit 2 rows in garter stitch for the border.
Step 11: Bind off all stitches and weave in any loose ends.Congratulations, you have successfully created a zig-zag shape knitting pattern for a
ladies jacket! This stylish and unique design is sure to turn heads and make you stand out from the crowd. You can customize this pattern by choosing different yarn colors or adding embellishments, such as buttons or pockets.Remember, knitting is a relaxing and therapeutic activity, so take your time with this project and enjoy the process. If you make a mistake, don't worry, it's all part of the learning process. Just rip back and start again!We hope you enjoyed this tutorial on how to knit a zig-zag shape knitting pattern for a ladies jacket. Don't forget to share your finished project with us on social media using #zigzagcardigan.Happy knitting!
