This simple and elegant lace pattern is inspired by traditional Japanese motifs. It features a combination of yarn overs and decreases to create a delicate lace design. Follow the instructions below to knit this beautiful pattern.
Cast on a multiple of 8 stitches, plus 1 stitch for the edge.
Row 1 (RS): Knit all stitches.
Row 2 (WS) and all WS rows: Purl all stitches.
Row 3: K1, *yo, k2, k2tog, ssk, k2, yo, k1; repeat from * to end.
Row 5: K2, *yo, k1, k2tog, yo, ssk, k1, yo, k3; repeat from * to last 6 stitches, yo, k1, k2tog, yo, ssk, k1, yo, k2.
Row 7: K3, *yo, k2tog, yo, ssk, yo, k3tog, yo, k5; repeat from * to last 8 stitches, yo, k2tog, yo, ssk, yo, k3.
Row 9: K4, *yo, ssk, k4, k2tog, yo, k7; repeat from * to last 7 stitches, yo, ssk, k4, k2tog, yo, k3.
Repeat Rows 1-9 until desired length, ending with Row 8 as your last row.
Bind off all stitches knitwise.
Weave in ends and block your work to open up the lace pattern.
Enjoy your beautiful Japanese lace knitting creation!