technique
Fisherman's Rib
Fisherman's Rib creates a thick, stretchy ribbed fabric with deep texture.
What it is
Fisherman's Rib is worked into stitches from the row below or with equivalent brioche-style actions. It creates a warm, elastic fabric but uses more yarn than basic ribbing.
How Ruke patterns use it
Fisherman's Rib is a texture reference for thick, elastic fabric. In Ruke Knowledge it should explain how rib depth, yarn usage and gauge can change a design more dramatically than a simple knit-purl rib.
Examples
Use this page as a texture reference next to ribbing, stockinette and garter stitch.
It is especially useful before choosing yarn and gauge for warm accessories or cozy garment details.
When to use it
Use it for thick, warm, elastic fabric with deep rib texture, especially scarves, collars and cozy garment details.
What to check
Check yarn usage, row gauge, recovery after blocking and whether increases or decreases are explained for this fabric.