How to identify Knit Stitches
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Identifying Knit Stitches
The knit stitch looks like a 'V' in your work. When it is on your needles, there will not be any type of bump of yarn up against the needle, as in a purl stitch. It's important to know that a knit stitch, when you turn the needles around (like when you get to the end of a row) becomes a purl stitch. Similarly, a purl stitch, when turned around becomes a knit stitch. They are opposites of each other. Learning to identify knit and purl stitches can help you avoid making common mistakes, like losing track of where you are in your pattern. If you can identify what knit stitches look like on a previous row, you can see where you need to 'knit into knits, and purl into purls' for ribbing. Familiarize yourself with purl stitches and what they look like by viewing the video on this page. |
How to Rib (english style)
 How to Rib (english style)
The rib stitch is often used to keep the brim of a hat or the cuffs of gloves laying flat. It is created by alternating knit and purl stitches in the same row.
Advanced Step: How to YO (yarn over) english style
 How to YO (yarn over) english style
The yarn over (YO) stitch is the easiest stitch in knitting. It can be tricky to understand on the purl row, however.
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