I’m so excited to share this method with you today. It’s a foolproof way to cast on your stitches without twisting them, so you can start your project smoothly and avoid all those beginner frustrations I went through.
Not all left-leaning purl decreases are created the same way, but in the end, they will look identical, no matter how you knit them. While the SSP (Slip, Slip, Purl) is slightly cleaner than the p2tbl (purl 2 together through the back loop), both create a left-leaning decrease that mirrors the right-leaning p2tog (purl 2 together).
In this blog post, I’ll show you how I turn avocado pits into unique, handmade buttons that are perfect for your knitting, crocheting, or sewing projects.
I recently discovered the Latvian Twist, and this cast on isn't only really beautiful, but also very stretchy. This gorgeous technique creates a decorative rope or ruffle-like edge that’s perfect for socks, mittens, hats, and even sweaters.
Today, I found myself thinking about happiness and knitting. Since I love sharing my thoughts with all of you, I wanted to dive a little deeper into this topic.
When it comes to knitting, decreases are found in almost every pattern. While knit decreases like k2tog and SSK are probably more used, purl decreases are just as important. Among the purl decreases, p2tog (Purl 2 Together) is the simplest and most commonly used.
The Enchanted Bookmark is a stunning project that combines an elegant cable design with an optional picot crochet border. It’s perfect for book lovers or as a thoughtful handmade gift.