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How to Slip, Slip, Knit

Slip, slip, knit (ssk) is a common form of decrease. A method of casting on that is created by loo …

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How to Make a Tassel

Tassels are a fun way to decorate the end of a scarf or the edge of a blanket, and they are easier to make than you think! …

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How to Decrease in Knitting

Decreasing stitches makes your knitted piece narrower. Decreases are used for sleeve caps, neckline shaping, shaping the c …

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How to Knit Slip Stitch

It is often necessary to slip (sl) a stitch from one needle to the other without actually knitting or purling it. This met …

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How To Knit Two Together

The simplest method of decreasing is to simply knit or purl two stitches together as one. This is known as a knit two toge …

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How to Do a Long-Tail Cast On

The long-tail cast on, also called the thumb method or the slingshot method, produces a very elastic edge. It is particula …

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How to Knit into Front and Back

"Knitting into the front and back of a stitch is one of the easiest and most common knit increases. On a knit row, work in …"

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How to Do a Backwards Loop Cast On

The backwards loop method is the easiest method of casting on, but the edge might not be suitable for all projects. …

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Join new yarn or a new ball in knitting

Joining a new color of yarn (for example when knitting stripes) is the same method as joining a new ball or skein of an ex …

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How to Make 1 Increasing Stitches Knitting Tutorial

One form of increasing in knitting is to work into the strand between two stitches. This increase is called a make 1, beca …

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How to Fix Dropped Stitches

"A dropped stitch is when a stitch slides off of the needle resulting in an irregular section of the fabric. A dropped sti …"

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How to Finish a Knitting Project

After you cast off, a method of casting on that is created by looping yarn around itself. …