Which Way Should I Slip a Stitch in my Knitting?

It's time to answer the age old question in knitting. Which way should you slip a stitch? Knitwise or purlwise?

Before You Begin

There's no absolute answer, but there are a few guidelines that can help you make the decision.

• Follow the directions and do what the pattern says.

If a pattern doesn't specify which way to slip a stitch:

• Slip purlwise if a stitch is just being skipped.
• Slip knitwise if the stitch is part of a decrease.

Materials

• Cobasi by HiKoo Yarn
• addi Rocket Squared needles

Thanks to Skacel for providing the yarn and addi needles used in this tutorial. These products are available locally at many yarn shops and online at Makers' Mercantile.

Which Way to Slip a Stitch

Recommended Pattern

Ready to try this technique in a pattern? The 1 Sock, 2 Sock, Red Sock, Blue Sock Pattern has videos to help you learn more about:

• Longtail Thumb Cast On
• Which Way to Slip a Stitch (Knitwise or Purlwise)
• Alternating Two Round Stripes
• Afterthought Heels Made Easier and Neater
• Purl Side Kitchener Stitch

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