How To: Knit Fishnet Stitch

Learn how to do the fishnet stitch with this easy-level tutorial. This open knit fabric combines decreases and yarn overs to make a lightweight fabric that’s perfect for summer.

Learn how to do the fishnet stitch with this easy-level tutorial. This open knit fabric combines decreases and yarn overs to make a lightweight fabric that’s perfect for summer.

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Learn how to do the fishnet stitch with this easy-level tutorial. This open knit fabric combines decreases and yarn overs to make a lightweight fabric that’s perfect for summer.

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Level: Easy
Craft: Knitting
Type: Technique

Step by Step

How To: Knit Fishnet Stitch - Step 1

Step 1

The fishnet stitch looks really decorative and advanced, but it’s actually easier than you think! This stitch is worked over an uneven number of stitches. Start off by knitting one knit stitch.

How To: Knit Fishnet Stitch - Step 2

Step 2

Next, wrap the yarn around the right needle, from the front to back.

How To: Knit Fishnet Stitch - Step 3

Step 3

Now, knit the next 2 stitches together. You do this as if you were to knit one stitch, but instead put your right needle through the top two stitches on your left needle (that’s the only difference).

How To: Knit Fishnet Stitch - Step 4

Step 4

Repeat steps 2 and 3 to the end of the row. Congrats, you’ve just knitted one row of fishnet stitch!

How To: Knit Fishnet Stitch - Step 5

Step 5

Turn your work around, and repeat this row to work in fishnet stitch. As you make progress, your piece should start looking a little bit like this. We use this stitch in our Milo Beach Bag, maybe a nice project to tackle next? :)