Tartan knitting pattern

The Moonstone Plaid Blanket transforms basic stripes into dramatic plaid with a simple weaving technique. This elegant and cozy throw requires only beginner level skills and can be worked up in any color combo to create a beautiful, special fabric. This afghan adds warmth and intrigue to any room an

From a 1980's French knitting pattern magazine sandraeterovic.blogspot.com

Sometimes your knitting needs an extra punch, why not tartan!This is an easy to follow tutorial to show you how to create a tartan texture on your knitting. The beginner DIY is a great addition to any knitter's toolbox. Tartan stripes can be easily added to any project, such as hats, scarves or even sweaters.

This knit buffalo plaid hat pattern creates a beautiful winter hat and includes a video tutorial on the stranded knitting technique used to change colours.

Typically found in woven fabrics, plaid also works up beautifully in knits. Here are a few different ways to get knit plaid patterning!

How to make tartan with knitting - check out the quick 'n' easy tutorial on the Wool and the Gang blog

Really nice scarf pattern worked on a garter stitch base. Got to try this. http://knitty.com/ISSUEw13/FEATw13SIT.php

Oftentimes, you will see plaid (also known as tartan) patterns also labeled a gingham design. While similar, they have their differences in origin and style. Gingham is an orderly, simple checkered pattern that originated in Malaysia or France. Gingham typically has three colors: one darker main color paired with white and a lighter main color, or two contrasting colors paired with white.