shaping

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Knitting Decreases for Beginners: K2tog and SSK

Learn the two decreases behind most beginner shaping: k2tog, which leans right, and ssk, which leans left. Includes numbered steps, how to pair them and a practice swatch.

Knitting Techniques

Knitting Increases for Beginners: KFB, M1 and Yarn Over

Step-by-step instructions for the three increases beginners meet first: knit front and back, make one left and right, and the yarn over, with how each looks and when to use it.