Learn the Daisy Stitch: One Color and Two Colors

The Daisy stitch is a delightful knitting stitch that creates a textured, flower-like pattern.

It is worked in multiples of 6 stitches + 1 and a 4-row repeat. The Daisy stitch itself is created by slipping a group of 5 stitches knitwise, then knitting into them together through the back loop. This technique gives the fabric a distinct floral appearance, making it a popular choice for scarves, blankets, and decorative accents.

In this article, we will guide you through how to knit the Daisy stitch in one color and two colors. With a bit of practice, you will quickly master this technique.

Let’s get started!

How to make the Daisy stitch
Slip the next 5 stitches knitwise to the right-hand needle, dropping any extra wraps. Slip these stitches back to the left-hand needle. Work (knit 1, yarn over, knit 1, yarn over, knit 1) into all 5 stitches together through the back loop.

Daisy stitch pattern in a single color

Cast on a number of stitches that is a multiple of 6, plus an additional stitch.

Row 1 (RS): Knit.
Row 2 (WS): Purl 1, *purl 5 stitches, wrapping the yarn twice around the needle for each stitch, purl 1; repeat from * to end.
Row 3: Knit 1, *Daisy stitch, knit 1; repeat from * to end.
Row 4: Purl 4, *purl 5 stitches, wrapping the yarn twice around the needle for each stitch, purl 1; repeat from* to last 3 sts, purl 3.
Row 5: Knit 4, *Daisy stitch, knit 1; repeat from* to last 3 sts, knit 3.
Repeat rows 2-5.

To better visualize the process, check out this video tutorial where I demonstrate each step in detail.

Daisy stitch pattern in two colors

Experiment with different color combinations to create unique and eye-catching designs. You can use contrasting colors for a bold look or use shades of the same color for a more subtle effect.

Color A, Cast on a multiple of 6 stitches, plus 1.
Rreparation row: Color A, knit.
Row 1 (WS): Color A, knit 1, *knit 5 stitches, wrapping the yarn twice around the needle for each stitch, knit 1; repeat from * to end.
Row 2 (RS): Color A, purl 1, *Daisy stitch, purl 1; repeat from * to end.
Row 3: Color B, knit 3, *knit 5 stitches, wrapping the yarn twice around the needle for each stitch, knit 1; repeat from * to last 3 sts, knit 3.
Row 4: Color B, purl 4, *Daisy stitch, purl 1; repeat from * to last 3 sts, purl 3.
Repeat rows 1-4.

Now that you've mastered the Daisy stitch! Experiment with different colors, stitch combinations, and project ideas. Let your creativity bloom with this flower stitch.

If you’ve enjoyed learning how to knit the Daisy stitch, why not explore even more flower-inspired stitches? From the elegant Lotus stitch to the charming Aster stitch and the delicate Dandelion stitch, there’s so much beauty to discover. Click on the image below to dive into a world of stunning flower stitches and bring a floral touch to your knitting projects!

🌼 Floral Knits Collection - Create a field of flowers with knitting needles