Fancy Stitch Combo - Smocked Rib

In this video I show you how to work the Smocked Rib stitch, an interesting add-on to 2x2 rib. Important note - this stitch can be substituted in a pattern that calls for 2x2 rib, but because the smocking stitch stabilizes the stretch of the rib, I don't recommend it for areas that require a lot of stretch (like the cuffs of socks or the brim of a cap). If you would like to see this stitch in a project (that isn't a dishcloth), my friend Steven used this stitch in a bolster pillow cover, and also gives instructions on how he made knit-covered buttons. Photos and links on my website here: http://verypink.com/2015/08/26/fancy-stitch-combo-smocked-rib/ Instructions for working this stitch: CO multiple of 8, plus 10 Smocking technique - slip next 6 stitches to DPN or cable needle and hold in front of work, wrap working yarn twice around these isolated stitches, then k2, P2, K2 stitches from DPN. Row 1 (WS) and all odd-numbered rows: *K2, P2*, repeat between *s to last two stitches, K2 Rows 2 & 4: *P2, K2*, repeat between *s to last two stitches, P2 Row 6: *P2, work smocking around next six stitches (see notes above)* repeat between *s to last two stitches, P2 Rows 8 & 10: *P2, K2*, repeat between *s to last two stitches, P2 Row 12: P2, work smocking around next two K stitches, *P2, work smocking around next six stitches (see notes above)* repeat between *s to last six stitches, P2, work smocking around next two K stitches, P2 Repeat Rows 1-12 to desired length, BO in pat