Category: Arts
Created by: kschimmel
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Ribbing is a stretchy fabric created by alternating knit and purl stitches such that like stitches form vertical lines as the fabric is knit. Ribbing is used at the tops of socks and at the hems of ...
Create a new stitch by inserting a needle into an existing stitch with the working yarn held at the front of the work.
Pick up stitches by inserting a needle into the area where stitches need to be created (e.g. a neckline)and put through a loop. The loop becomes a new stitch to be knit on the next round or row. ...
In loom knitting, the stitches are held on pegs on a loom (frame or spool) instead of knitting needles. Yarn is wrapped around pegs and the old loops are pulled over the new loops using a pick. The ...
A knitting gauge is a small ruler with a slide used for measuring gauge in stitches per inch. Knowing stitches per inch helps knitters create garments to desired dimensions.
Create a new stitch by inserting a needle into an existing stitch with the working yarn held at the back of the work.
Continue knitting rows in a set pattern without increasing or decreasing the number of stitches.
By: kschimmel