How to Decrease (P2tog) - english style

Purl two together (P2tog) - Basic Decreasing

To decrease means to reduce the total number of stitches and is often used for shaping a knitted piece. For example, you decrease along the side of a sweater to form the body shape.

Another useful decrease is the p2tog (purl 2 together). This decrease is performed when working the wrong side of a fabric, or working decreases in Reverse Stockinette Stitch (Rev St st). 
Step 7: How to decrease KFB (knit front & back) english style
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How to KFB (knit front and back) english style
It's important to know at least one increase to fill out your basic knitting skill set. This one is easy to learn. 
Alternate Step: How to P2tog decrease (continental style)
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How to P2tog decrease (continental style)
English style not your thing? Check out how to perform the purl2tog stitch continental style.
Step 5: Identify Stockinette St
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Stockinette St, abbreviated 'St st', is the most commonly used stitch for knitting gauge swatches.
Advanced Step: How to PSSO (english style)
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The PSSO stitch isn't as complicated as it sounds. In fact if you know how to bind off and slip, you may already know how to do it!

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