Garter Stitch Ridge Counter
Track ridges alongside rows.
How Garter Stitch Ridge Counter Works?
The Garter Stitch Ridge Counter works by counting Garter Ridges and showing the matching Total Rows (x2). One garter ridge equals 2 knitted rows, so each ridge you count adds 2 rows to the row total.
Count ridges, not rows
Look at the fabric and count the raised bumps in one column. Each bump line is 1 ridge.
Tap once per ridge
Tap the count pad or press Space after every second row, when a new ridge forms on the right side.
Keep the row total
Press → twice per ridge, or once per row, so Total Rows (x2) holds the row number the pattern uses.
Correct a miscount
Press ↓ to remove a ridge and ← to remove a row.
Garter Stitch Ridge Counter Formula
The Garter Stitch Ridge Counter formula is rows = ridges × 2. Garter fabric is short and wide, so garter row gauge is about 1.4 times the stockinette row gauge.
- Rows from ridges
Rows = G × 2G is Garter Ridges.
- Ridges from rows
G = Rows ÷ 2Round down if you are mid-ridge.
- Garter length
Length = G ÷ ridges per inchWorsted garter gives about 4.5 ridges per inch (1.8 per cm).
Worked example: A garter scarf with 135 ridges holds 135 × 2 = 270 rows and measures about 135 ÷ 4.5 = 30 in (76.2 cm) in worsted yarn.
Garter Stitch Ridge Counter Conversion Table
The Garter Stitch Ridge Counter conversion table converts ridges into rows and length in 3 yarn weights.
| Ridges | Rows | DK (5.5 ridges/in) | Worsted (4.5 ridges/in) | Bulky (3.5 ridges/in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 10 | 0.9 in (2.3 cm) | 1.1 in (2.8 cm) | 1.4 in (3.6 cm) |
| 10 | 20 | 1.8 in (4.6 cm) | 2.2 in (5.6 cm) | 2.9 in (7.3 cm) |
| 20 | 40 | 3.6 in (9.2 cm) | 4.4 in (11.3 cm) | 5.7 in (14.5 cm) |
| 40 | 80 | 7.3 in (18.5 cm) | 8.9 in (22.6 cm) | 11.4 in (29 cm) |
| 60 | 120 | 10.9 in (27.7 cm) | 13.3 in (33.9 cm) | 17.1 in (43.5 cm) |
| 100 | 200 | 18.2 in (46.2 cm) | 22.2 in (56.4 cm) | 28.6 in (72.6 cm) |
| 150 | 300 | 27.3 in (69.3 cm) | 33.3 in (84.7 cm) | 42.9 in (108.9 cm) |
Garter fabric stretches lengthwise. Measure it flat without pulling.
What is Garter Stitch Ridge Counter?
A Garter Stitch Ridge Counter is a counter that tracks garter ridges and converts them into rows. Garter stitch is knit on every row of flat knitting, and every 2 rows form 1 horizontal ridge.
Patterns for garter items often state length in ridges, such as "work 22 ridges", while other patterns give rows. The counter keeps both numbers in step.
Counting ridges on the fabric is the quickest way to check a garter count. The Stitches Counter tool saves the ridge and row numbers in your browser.
What are the uses of Garter Stitch Ridge Counter?
There are 5 main uses of the Garter Stitch Ridge Counter, including scarves, dishcloths and mitred squares.
Scarves
Count ridges to reach a set length.
Dishcloths
Count ridges for square cloths in cotton yarn.
Mitred squares
Count ridges in each mitred square.
Baby blankets
Count garter border ridges.
Ridge-based patterns
Follow patterns that give garter sections in ridges.
About the Garter Stitch Ridge Counter
Instantly translate between garter stitch ridges and actual worked rows (1 ridge = 2 knitted rows) so your gauge and measurements stay true.
How to Use This Tool Efficiently
- ✓Count visible wavy horizontal ridges on the Right Side of your fabric.
- ✓Each ridge represents 2 completed rows of flat garter knitting.
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