Although there are no difficult stitches in this pattern, I would recommend that you have some experience before giving this pattern a try. It is made up of basic knit and purl stitches along with slip stitches but you have to follow the pattern closely. The Raindrop 1 pattern is worked over 16 repeating rows. A stitch counter is recommended when knitting the Raindrop 1 stitch.

Skill level: Intermediate

6 Stitch pattern repeat.

You can use any weight yarn along with the appropriate size needles for that particular yarn. A suggestion of needle sizes often is posted on the yarn label (wrapper).

Multiple of 6 + 3.

Note: Slip sts purlwise with yarn at back of work (wrong side).
Foundation row: K1, p1, *k2, p1; rep from * to last st, k1.
1st row (right side): K1, sl 1, *k2, sl 1; rep from * to last st, k1.
2nd row: K1, p1, *k2, p1; rep from * to last st, k1.
Rep the last 2 rows once more.
5th row:  K1, sl 1, *k5, sl 1; rep from * to last st, k1.
6th row: K1, p1, *k5, p1; rep from * to last st, k1.
Rep the last 2 rows once more.
9th and 10th rows: As 1st and 2nd rows.
Rep the last 2 rows once more.
13th row: K4, sl 1, *k5, sl 1; rep from * to last 4 sts, k4.
14th row: K4, p1, *k5, p1; rep from * to last 4 sts, k4.
Rep the last 16 rows.

Knitting Abbreviations:

• k= knit
• p=purl
• rep=repeat
• sl=slip
• st(s)=stitch(es)

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