Knitting Help - Brioche Stitch

The Brioche Stitch is a combination of stitches that makes a nice, thick, double-sided fabric. In this video we cover both the simple Brioche Stitch, and the two-color Brioche Stitch. Written instructions for this stitch are available for free on my website here:
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This video demonstrates how to work the stitch combination. If you need a clear explanation of any of the individual stitches used in Brioche stitch, you'll find my videos on these stitches here:
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[@nalodailec]

I KNEW VeryPink Knits would show how to do this stitch with the hand, yarn and speech being in unison. There are SO many tutorials on this stitch where the instructions and what we are being shown are nothing much like each other. I'm really grateful to you. God Bless You.

[@verypinkknits]

With the brioche stitch, you can really only string a "proactive" lifeline, not a "reactive" one. That means the only way you can really string a successful lifeline is when you string it through the stitches that are on the needle. Many people string lifelines every couple of inches or so, just to be safe.

[@cammydemash]

Super helpful video tutorial covering 1-color, 2-color and life lines all in about 6 mins! My kind of tutorial. Thank you

[@jeannesmithjenks1379]

Claire McCarth

[@Tarat580]

I have had “Learn Brioche” on my list of what to do for the year for a few years now! I was just under the impression that it was too hard...Thank you so much for all of your tutorial videos! They are my go to for things I forget and for new stuff I’m trying to master! Thank you, thank you thank you! ❤️😍😘

[@verypinkknits]

I'm sorry you're disappointed. Most viewers are happy with the quality of my videos. They are all in HD, but it's unlikely that you're viewing it in HD unless you adjust your settings. Additionally, you can adjust the viewing screen to full screen for a bigger view. This technique is a combination of stitches, and for intermediate knitters. If you need help with any one of the individual stitches used, I have a video for each one of the stitches, demonstrated clearly and slowly. Good luck!

[@verypinkknits]

This video is meant to demonstrate a combination of stitches - and not the stitches themselves. If you need help with a slow demonstration of any of the stitches used in Brioche stitch, I have clear, slow videos for the knit stitch, purl stitch, k2tog, p2tog, etc. I also offer a free downloadable pattern to accompany this video (link is in the video description field), that should help both newer and experienced knitters with this technique.

[@judithnelson1228]

I have found your instructions, for two colour brioche stitch, to be the most clear that I have seen so far. Just the simpe step of not turning for the foundation row was enough to not get into a mess. I am successful at last. Many thanks.

[@verypinkknits]

@charlieheartsmusic You start with the long-tail cast on...I have a video for that, which can be found if you use the search on my channel page. Also, if you follow the link to the free pattern download on my website, it will be easier for you to work this stitch.

[@verypinkknits]

@xbbythi In the video, I demonstrate Rows 1 and 2. The rest of the rows are just those two rows repeated over and over. Hope that helps.

[@bernadettereed844]

Thank you, I had thought that brioche stitch was going to be super complicated, but you've made it look accessible. So far I've watched the video and now I am itching to try it. I guess that will be the proof of the pudding, backed up by your written instructions, also. Thank you again.

[@verypinkknits]

All of the details about working this stitch is available in the free pattern download. The link is just below the video in the video description field. We cast-on an odd number of stitches.

[@verypinkknits]

If you click the link in the video description field (just below the video) it will take you to my website where you can download the free instructions that accompany this pattern. Then you'll be able to clearly see the exact stitches, and the order. Good luck!

[@verypinkknits]

@11Wizardry9911 Did you see that I have provided a free PDF pattern download to accompany this video? That will show you where each of the stitches go. :) The link to the pattern is available just below the video in the video description area. There really aren't any yarn overs in Brioche Stitch.

[@verypinkknits]

@11Wizardry9911 I don't remember the brand of yarn that I used in this demonstration, but it is 100% wool, worsted weight. You can use any yarn you like for this stitch. All of the details in how to work it are available in the free pattern. Just follow the link I provided below the video, in the video description.

[@verypinkknits]

@TineeTerror To start the brioche stitch, I used the long tail cast on. KZbin won't let me give you a direct link here in the comments, but you can see my video by searching for "Knitting Help - Long-Tail Cast-On" on my channel page.

[@verypinkknits]

Yes - written instructions are available for this stitch. Just follow the link to my website in the video description field, just below the video.

[@verypinkknits]

If you click the link just below the video, in the video description field, that will take you to my website, to the correct page. At the top of that page you'll see the link "free Ravelry download". You can click that for your free written instructions.

[@verypinkknits]

@TheMaureen1952 If you look at the video description (the text directly under the video) there is a link to my website. On that page you will find a download link to the written instructions for the Brioche Stitch.

[@verypinkknits]

@11Wizardry9911 Have you downloaded the free pattern that accompanies this video? The pattern, as written, maintains the same number of stitches from row to row. "YF" and "YB" mean "yarn forward" and "yarn back", which means to pull the working yarn forward between the two needles, or back between the two needles. The link to the pattern is available below the video in the video description.

[@milheg5622]

What is point 'yb and yf' ? Isn't it really yarn over? What do I consider the front? Set up row or row no1?

[@verypinkknits]

You can bind off brioche stitch by working pretty much a normal row, but add pulling one stitch over the other (like a normal BO). Continue the k2togs as you did, knit the stitches you would normally slip, and bind-off as you work through that row. Hope that helps!

[@verypinkknits]

Eliz - the free downloadable pattern + video explain it better than I can here in the comments! Please take a look at the free pattern for row-by-row instructions for two-color Brioche Stitch.

[@ZeEbstar]

I always know I can come to your channel for any new technique I want to know about. Thank you!

[@vivianpowell1732]

Thank you, Staci. I was mainly interested in learning the Brioche stitch so that I could make a lofty, warm winter scarf. The one-color Brioche stitch instructions will be fine for that purpose, and I will use a variegated yarn for extra interest as you suggested. Your PDF instruction page loaded straight into my Adobe Reader with one click. So I'm all set.

[@crochazyrose3023]

Love this fabric and its fun to make ! Needed a refresher ! Thanks !

[@verypinkknits]

@mersylla Yes - this info is available in the free pattern download (a link to this is provided in the video description, just below the video). You'll want to cast on an odd number of stitches.

[@verypinkknits]

Joan - you can bind-off the brioche stitch (one or two color) by working a regular row of the pattern, and binding-off (passing one stitch over the other) as you work across the row.

[@kimriggles2450]

I'm so glad you did a video and written pattern on the Brioche Stitch. I've been trying to learn it using other videos, but haven't had any luck. I can usually follow along with your tutorials. I'll let you know how I do.

[@meredithpottery]

Thank you so much. Always so clear and helpful. I love your videos.

[@BlueRidge77]

Firstly, thank you so much for such excellent quality videos!! I printed your instructions and am knitting while viewing the video - using both guarantees successful knitting! I would love to see a video from the very beginning for two -color brioche. As a fairly new knitter, it's tough to cast-on, join the yarn and know exactly what it should look like. But getting past the first part and knitting in pattern is so rewarding! Can't wait to see the fluffy scarf I will end up with.

[@fireyred9349]

Thank you very much for the help! BTW, I absolutely love your videos, they are very helpful without being plain or boring, they're a lot of fun to watch!

[@sarahbessel7136]

Thank you, this video is very helpful. I always enjoy your videos and find your explanations so easy to understand. If I have the choice between VeryPink Knits and another video, I always watch yours because I know it will be good--to the point but a thorough demonstration. I'm excited to try the brioche stitch, I recently learned about it from a yarn maker at the farmer's market. I've been knitting for years and I've never attempted it.

[@keepingourhome7271]

another brilliant video. i am practicing on a pot-holder, then on to a free Ravelry pattern for a hat. fingers crossed! if people would watch the videos, read the written instructions, then refer back to the videos as/if needed, they wouldn't have so many repetitive questions. i know i could not be as far along with my knitting skills, as i am, without your tutelage. thank you so much, Staci. : )

[@verypinkknits]

I demonstrate this in the video - after you yarn-forward, the yarn does go back to work the next stitch, but not between the needles. Instead, the yarn is "flopped" over the right needle. Hope that helps!

[@Crans85]

i've had to take a bit of a break from both knitting and spinning due to repetitive stress injury on my right hand....its nice to jump back into knitting with Brioche! Thank you for the pattern and the tutorial!

[@verypinkknits]

@11Wizardry9911 The stitches that look like yarn overs are made by doing the "yf" and "yb" movements of the yarn. You slip the stitch with the contrasting color (cc) just like you would slip any other stitch - move it from the left needle to the right, without working it.

[@Galwriter1958]

Your video was very informative on using the two different yarns..Thank you..I had no problem with the video quality or seeing the stitches as you were knitting...

[@NunayoBisnez]

That was EXCELLENT. I saw this stitch in a hat I want to try and duplicate and thought it looked sort of like 1x1 rib, but not quite. Thanks for making this video.

[@verypinkknits]

I've found it's best to work the BO row like any other row of the pattern (including yarn-overs), but bind-off as you go along. That will keep your stitch count the same, and make the BO look better. Good luck!

[@Myolcat]

Thank you so much for taking the time to make this video. You did an excellent job. It finally clicked in my brain.

[@verypinkknits]

Yes - the setup row does end up being an increase row. Then, subsequent rows have you both increasing and decreasing, keeping the stitch count the same.

[@Stacey.B]

Is this available in slow motion? I am having a very difficult time with brioche. I found a beautiful cowl pattern with curved sections like leaves and I can't even get the regular stitches down. Do you have any more tips? Thank you Stacy your the 1st source I always go to.

[@verypinkknits]

Sorry - I'm here to help with general questions, and I offer 100% support for questions on my patterns/tutorials. But you'll need to take this question to the knitter who designed the pattern. I'm really not able to answer questions on other designers' patterns via email. Sorry, and good luck!

[@crispappletart]

I think it's a great video, as are all of your videos. Very high quality. The only difference I can tell is you're working with thinner yarn on smaller needles, as opposed to the bulky yarn you usually demonstrate with. I suppose that makes it slightly harder to see what is going on. But your explanation was still clear and just as helpful as I've come to expect.

[@verypinkknits]

Yes - the first stitch of each row is a slipped stitch, and it's slipped knit-wise. Not a huge deal, if you slip knit-wise or purl-wise. Slipping it knit-wise just creates a twist on the selvage edge.

[@verypinkknits]

@ladymistreschristine I'm not familiar with the stitch you're talking about, but it sounds like it would end up looking a lot like this. Knitting the stitch below is going to stretch that stitch, much like slipping stitches does in this pattern.

[@Dixiered03]

would love to see from cast on

[@just-jessica8469]

C. Lynn Higginbotham so many dont but i found a vid that does start from CO 😊

[@just-jessica8469]

C. Lynn Higginbotham im actually tryn the 2 colour brioche in the round for a hat following a pattern but just learning how so been searchn and this is day 2 im attempting but ima get it thn make a very discriptive vid tutorial for others like us

[@abirduphigh]

Jessica... do you have a link to the video?

[@tsuyuasui7297]

Zac Alling here you go kzbin.info/www/bejne/anaTo3-jaMSdjrc

[@KnitandCrochetHeaven]

@ladymistreschristine Yes. That is the same stitch. It is K1B knit one below which is similar to brioche stitch but just another way of doing it. Lily Chin explains that in her power cables video.

[@verymoon630]

I just want to say, you are just awesome. I had some issues with figuring out 2 color brioche, because somewhere I got lost remembering which row I was on. You completely answered that question with "always start with your contrasting color, if both are on the same side, and then catch up with your main color". Thank you a thousand times! Little intimidated with that yarn over with the purl side, worried it winds up being a double yarn over, does it?

[@verypinkknits]

I have never tested out working decreases with this stitch, so I can't really answer your question. I know there is information out there on decreasing in Brioche if you search for it. Personally, I think this stitch is best used in pieces that don't require decreasing, since the decreases do mess up the flow of the intricate rib.

[@verypinkknits]

@StephAteYourEars Hmm...without actually seeing your work, I can't tell you exactly what is going wrong...but if you're ending up with an extra stitch, I have to guess that you're adding a yarn over or missing a k2tog somewhere. I hope you find how you're adding a stitch so you can move on to Row 4! :)

[@verypinkknits]

@11Wizardry9911 Yes, but then you're knitting two together (k2tog) the same number of times in the same row, keeping your stitch count the same.

[@verypinkknits]

You would need to CO 49 stitches to work the pattern as I've written it, but you'll also have to do more modifications because my pattern is knit flat, and I'm guessing you're planning to knit socks in-the-round. You might want to search Ravelry to see if someone else already has a pattern out there for Brioche Stitch socks - that would be easier. :)

[@watchgoose]

I was taught YO sl1, K2tog (after setup row) and it makes a beautiful edge that way.

[@verypinkknits]

Have you visited the link in the video description field (just below the video) to the free download? The setup row is explained clearly in the download. Good luck!

[@verypinkknits]

@sstitanlady Yes, that is what the pattern says, that's correct.

[@lin90210]

i can't wait untll my skills are good enough to watch tv whilst knitting hehe it's still new to me. this was a great vid thanks

[@agioiutdrdgfyfyfhgky]

thank you for making this video, it's really informative, I already have the pdf printed out but I was having a bit of trouble visualizing the yf.

[@scottydog6539]

Thank you for the free pattern.

[@mingu84]

Thank you very much for your answer, I was doing a different edge with few stiches at every side so this is why I didn't need it!

[@bubbybobenna]

I wish you would demonstrate your "knitting" slower. It's great that you know how to knit and are able to do it so quickly, however for someone such as myself, who is a novice, I find slower "knitting" demos easier to understand and less frustrating. Any chance you have a slower demo on how to stitch brioche for the beginners?

[@verypinkknits]

Sorry - what is your question? Are you looking for help with binding-off, or weaving in loose ends?

[@Treegona]

I've experimented a bit with 2 color brioche and find that making a 'normal' scarf this way is really hard for me because of the odd 4 row repeat. Knitting a round/tube scarf with two colors is a lot easier, excpecially if you can do both colors at once. I think the end result is cooler than a normal brioche scarf too, bc it's round and reversable.

[@Stacey.B]

@Very Pink Knits Stacey can you please do 2 color brioche in slow motion. It's so confusing! And how to decrease and increase? Its popular in alot of patterns like Andrea Mowry and even fadeing is difficult as a Adventurous Beginner knitter! Thank you!!

[@artboy000]

I would love to do this for a scarf, but how many stitches should I have? Multiples of 4?

[@johnbonello7894]

Can you do a video on the really cool cable designs people have started doing in the two tone brioche? I would love to know how it is done!

[@okhayokhay]

I am strugglin'! I watched the video three or four times (and I will probably continue 'til I get it), but my brain can't wrap around the fact that we're knitting two together and keeping the same amount of stitches on the needles. We use different techniques (though I WISH I could figure yours our--it's so efficient) and I can't figure if you're knitting with the yarn in front or if you're using your usual quick-knitting technique. I gotta figure there's something else going on though. My work keeps shrinking and I feel like a crazy person. Lol.

[@verypinkknits]

There is a free download that accompanies this video that spells out each step! Be sure you're working from those instructions.

[@toxixlips]

Hi Staci I love your videos. They are so helpful and your patterns are great as well. I was wondering if you would consider making a video on doing brioche in the round? I cannot seem to find any helpful videos on here and written patterns confuse me as well.

[@susanmagargee]

You are SO good!

[@ladymistreschristine]

Ive seen a pattern that looks really similar to this one... it's a knit one, knit the stitch under, repeat. Idk if the two color works with this but i've made a scarf that looks just like this and i was wondering if this was the same type of thing? Thanks :D

[@aliiiem7184]

Thank you for this video - still one of the best on KZbin for brioche stitch 10 years later!!! In your opinion, are brioche and fisherman's rib interchangeable?

[@verypinkknits]

Yes, different techniques to create the same stitch.

[@puppylove369]

Any way you could elaborate on the brioche stitch? Like how to do it in the round? And how to go from brioche knitting back to regular knitting?

[@phyllisneal1351]

Just found you today. Great video. Thank you.

[@doublel7714]

I also have a question about binding off this pattern. How would you bind off in the pattern rather than just binding off knitwise the whole way? Would I still yarn over? Thanks for your help!

[@the_good_citizen]

Hi! I have been trying the Brioche stich rfom the last 2 days and have had to unravel my swatch like 10 times! I feel so stupid! I am able to do the yarn over, slip as if to purl and knit the Brioche stich. But I am getting terribly confused at the ends. Sometimes I land up with 2 stiches before the Bricoh. Sometimes the stich at the end is forming such a large loop (despite me doing the slips at the start for selvedge) Sometimes I have no stich left at the end to knit. Just WHAT am I doing wrong? Please help!

[@lindsaygreen7095]

How would you do it in the round?

[@annettekahrs486]

I would also like to have written directions for this very question.

[@TyFost]

I have used your video and instructions to learn this stitch... once I got into the groove of it, it went really well. Thank-you I have been wondering. If I want to knit this stitch in the round would I still cast on an odd number of stitches?

[@MarjoleinBOEM]

Your pattern says you need an odd number of stitches. My sock pattern says I need 48 stitches. Do I have to make it 49 stitches? And this is the right stitch, isn't it? You can also use this in socks? Thank you!

[@patikake13]

Finally got it...between the video and the written...if you just stay with it, it all comes together.....love it, but then I do love a challenge...thanks good job

[@Barbbfly]

thx for your time and help . cuz you started in the middle is there no set up row ?

[@Barbbfly]

i see it is on the pattern , Adonai bless you Shalom

[@wexiawooo1]

What’s the difference between fisherman’s rib and brioche? Is the end result the same or is one better than the other? Thanks

[@Sierralan1]

Thank you. I found it in the video more info drop down arrow. Thank you for your reply. I already printed it and ready to start!

[@elle325]

Hello, when working two colours do you purl with both colours and then turn and knit both colour rows, or alternate between knit and purl each row? (so knit the green row, knit the purple row, turn, purl the green row, purl the purple row, turn...)

[@fireyred9349]

I have a question about the setup row: Is it supposed to be an increase row? Because that is what it looks like the pattern calls for with the yarn forwards.

[@hindben1680]

i'm sorry but i want to know how did you start it ? i mean the piece that you've showed at beginning of the video how did you knit it ? i need to know please

[@agioiutdrdgfyfyfhgky]

Hind Ben if you're okay with written instruction the link at the end is to this video's written .pdf counterpart which is pretty straight forward and easy to visualize in my opinion. link: www.ravelry.com/dls/71/75023

[@imolakiss1579]

Thanks for the cool video! I have one question though - how do you count the rows in brioche sticking? Do you count the vertical Vs, or does it work differently?

[@sophiemcbride9038]

I have a problem reading my two colour brioche - never know whether to do a purl row or knit row if i put it down. Help would be appreciated

[@milheg5622]

What adjustments do I need to make, when holding yarn in left hand and knitting continental? Thx

[@chafalala]

Hi Staci, cracking video. Absolutely fab, as always. I was hoping you might be able to rack your brains and tell me what the green yarn is that you

[@trossa7dh]

1st attempt on your brioche (1 color) pattern. What are the instructions to bind off??? does it depend on the row? im a begginer i can read patterns well and my tension is even. but im not advanced enough to figure out how to bind off unless its specifically stated. Thank you so much!!!! tryin to get my hygee (sp?) on lol.

[@miriamsabolla9887]

I can't get the actual difference between a yarn over and a yarn forward... any hints?

[@Zadlmond]

I had trouble seeing, only because it was too small. (I watch your videos on my phone so size is important.) It would be great if you could remake it using the same yarn as you used for your other videos.

[@ljchimera]

I'm new to knitting (my mum taught me when I was only wee), and I was having a bit of trouble following and seeing what you were doing. I think it would really help if you could zoom in a bit and maybe slow down a hair for those first couple of stitches? The two colour one did look fantastic and I'd like to try it if I can find a video that's a bit more dummy-proof! :-)

[@blackpprs1893]

can you please make tutorial for brioche that arching to the right or left, like wavy one?

[@tranly5231]

Can you make a video on showing how to change color in brioche knitting for scarf? Please. Thank you.

[@verypinkknits]

Sorry - I don't know what that green yarn is. It was a gift...I do know that it is 100% wool, but that's all I can tell you. :)

[@abyssalice8984]

What should I do to the first stitch of each row if I want a chain edge instead?

[@xADINGdongg]

I absolutely live this pattern! So easy and te result is very cushy and warm. I was wondering whether you know how to do this using magic loop? If not that could be your next video! :)

[@boobby80]

I am knitting a sweater and it says Shape armholes: Keeping cont of stripe pat, cast off 4 (4-5-5-6-6-7-7) sts beg next 2 rows. 68 (74-76-82-84-90-92-98) sts. Dec 1 st each end of next 3 (5-5-7-7-9-9-11) rows, then on following alt rows twice. 58 (60-62-64-66-68-70-72) sts. I cant get this step please your help will be appreciated

[@MarjoleinBOEM]

Thank you. I searched ravelry already, but they don't have anything. I will try the pattern from the book again and if that won't work, I will search the internet really well. But thanks a lot!

[@boobby80]

the step from Dec 1 st each end of next 3 (5-5-7-7-9-9-11) rows, then on following alt rows twice. 58 (60-62-64-66-68-70-72) sts.

[@sweetsmilelatina]

Row 1: sl1yo, k1; repeat across row Row 2: p1, brk1,; repeat across row please explain how to do