Norwegian Purl

For continental style knitters, the Norwegian purl can be a more comfortable way to purl because it reduces stress on the left hand.

Before You Begin

Although, the Norwegian purl almost eliminates the need for any left hand movement, there is a fluid flourish of the right needle that's quite different than the purling motion many knitters are used to. The motion is only part of the story, though. True Norwegian knitting also incorporates a more pinched grip than what's often used with Continental style knitting.

Materials

• simpliworsted by HiKoo
• addi Bamboo FlexiFlips

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.

Norwegian Purl

Recommended Pattern

Ready to try this technique in a pattern? Best Worsted Socks has videos to help you learn more about:

• Provisional Tubular Cast On
• Norwegian Purl
• Avoiding Extra Stitches at the Needle Change When Knitting in the Round
• Invisible Ribbed Bind Off

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