2/2 Left Purl Cross (2/2 LPC) and its chart symbol
The steps for 2/2 LPC in right-handed knitting are: Slip two stitches to a cable needle, and hold to the front of the work. Purl two stitches from the left needle. Knit two stitches from the cable needle.
Watch to Learn
The video below shows you how to knit 2/2 Left Purl Cross (2/2 LPC) in English and Continental style.
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Left-handed 2/2 Left Purl Cross (2/2 LPC)
2/2 LPC leans to the left, so in order to keep the same leaning direction, its left-handed version is actually worked like 2/2 RPC. Please watch the video below to learn how to do 2/2 LPC in left-handed knitting.
If you have questions, please refer to the video tutorial and written instructions above.