Fisherman Rib See also:English Rib | Half Fisherman Rib (tucks on only 1 bed)Fisherman rib can also be worked on a single bed machine by manually reforming stitches. Fisherman Rib on a Manual Machine Fisherman Rib creates a thick, springy fabric with lots of stretch—perfect for cozy scarves, hats, and sweaters. It looks like a deep 1x1 rib and is fully reversible, which makes it a favorite for projects where both sides show. On the machine, it’s usually knit with both the main bed and ribber in full needle rib.