Increases & Decreases: Shaping Your Knitting Without the Confusion
Knitting in a straight rectangle is relaxing. Knitting something that actually fits a body, turns a corner, or tapers to a point requires shaping. That’s where increases & decreases come in.
Adding a stitch or taking one away sounds simple, and it is once you’ve done it a few times. The tricky part is that there are several ways to do each one, and patterns don’t always explain which method to use or why it matters. That’s what these tutorials are here for.
You don’t need to learn every increase and decrease that exists. You need the ones that show up in your projects. Find the technique your pattern is asking for, work through it, and keep going.
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Our process applies techniques from a variety of disciplines distinction in detail and gives careful attention.
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Learning how to increase stitches is a milestone for every knitter. Whether you’re shaping a sweater, working on a blanket, or simply building your skills, understanding the M1 (Make One) increase is a must-have in your toolkit.
How to Knit the 10 Stitch Blanket – Step-by-Step Guide
The 10 Stitch Blanket is a mesmerizing, spiraling knit blanket that is perfect for using up leftover yarn. This unique pattern, designed by Frankie Brown, is available for free on Ravelry.
Start with what you need right now. You can always come back for the rest later.
