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Category Archives: Knit

Knit Stitch English

by Knit Picks Tutorials on November 30, 2009 | Leave a comment

The knit stitch is the most fundamental stitch in the history of this craft (and its namesake). Anything you can knit is made of knit stitches and purl stitches so mastering the knit stitch means you are halfway there! The …

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Knit Stitch Continental

by Knit Picks Tutorials on November 30, 2009 | Leave a comment

The Continental method of knitting requires that you hold the working yarn in your left hand. Those knitters who utilize this style are often referred to as “pickers”. In the Continental style, the working yarn remains fairly stationary while the …

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Stockinette

by Knit Picks Tutorials on December 2, 2009 | 1 comment

Stockinette stitch (also referred to as stocking stitch) creates a flat, smooth fabric that is very versatile. The knittingn will stretch amply and has a classic look. Instructions (flat knitting) Row 1: Knit all stitches Row 2: Purl all stitches …

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Garter Stitch

by Knit Picks Tutorials on December 2, 2009 | 1 comment

Garter stitch is quite probably the easiest stitch pattern to come by. It can be difficult, at first, to count the number of rows you’ve completed. Each ridge on the right side of the fabric will indicate 2 rows of …

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