NOW YOU KNOW THE 2 BASIC STITCHES IN KNITTING,THE KNIT STITCH AND THE PURL STITCH.
 
HOW TO USE THEM TOGETHER TO MAKE RIBBING. 

Ribbing is usually, but not always, used at the bottom of a garment, at the cuffs and at the neck.  It's also good to use when you want both sides of the fabric to look the same like for a scarf or blanket. 

It's usually K2P2  (knit 2 stitches, purl 2 stitches) but it could be K1K1 or K2P3 or any variation.

Make sure you have an even number of stitches on your needle.  For practice, knit a few rows in stockinette stitch then start your ribbing.  TIP: This will be easier for the beginner  than starting ribbing after the cast on.

Knit 2 stitches, pull the yarn in front and Purl 2 stitches, put the yarn in back, Knit 2 stitches, pull the yarn in front.  Continue this way to the end of the row.  When you turn it around the first 2 stitches should be knit.  If not, you have 2 extra stitches.  Get rid of them by knitting or purling together.  TIP: Remember this is only practice and it doesn't have to look perfect this time.

Ribbing Stitch video

 

 

The Knit Stitch

The Purl Stitch