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What Does Knitwise / Purlwise Mean?

What Does Knitwise / Purlwise Mean
Knitwise and purlwise are often used to describe how you’re going to insert needle into the next stitch loop. Knitwise means inserting your needle in the direction as if you’re going to knit, purlwise means inserting your needle as if you’re going to purl.

Watch to Learn

The video below shows you the meaning of knitwise and purlwise.

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If you have questions, please refer to the video tutorial and written instructions above.

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