? re "slip first stitch for nice edge"

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Claire

Discussion Starter · Feb 10, 2011

Regarding pattern instruction that says slip first stitch for a nice edge (particular for scarfs, etc.), does that literally mean to simply slip the first stitch on the row (as though knitting it) from left to right needle and continue the pattern on the second stitch on?

I think so, but want to be sure. It looks odd when I do it....

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e.ridenh

· #5 · Feb 10, 2011

(((((((((( You slip as if to purl unless the pattern directs you to do otherwise.

Slipping purlwise turns the edge a certin way - either CW or CCW - and slipping as if to knit or purl leaves that first edge stitch with the two loops on the side, thus it is easier to see what to seam into and makes a neater edge/seam.

So, slip as if to purl unless directed otherwise. (Enter stitch from the right.......aka; back of the stitch).

Donna Rae
Brandon, Iowaa ))))))))

as if to knit will do the converse. This elimates the bumps ma

Claire said:
Regarding pattern instruction that says slip first stitch for a nice edge (particular for scarfs, etc.), does that literally mean to simply slip the first stitch on the row (as though knitting it) from left to right needle and continue the pattern on the second stitch on?

I think so, but want to be sure. It looks odd when I do it....

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e.ridenh

· #9 · Feb 11, 2011

((((((( Yes......even with just a few border stitches (5?), stockinette will most likely roll....I see this hailed in many times from my contacts.

Other options would be to:
Basket weave after the edge of your choice. Google basketweave knit scarf pattern. It can be used, too on dishcloths (cotton).

Garter stitch center with seed stitch borders - five stitches. Anything but stockinette.

Border of choice and make it a sampler of stitches you know for the center. Google for ADVANCED knitting stitches. The raspberry stitch scarf requires few edge stitches; Lots of turning, though t accomplish this sticth but you don't have to use it a lot. Knit for a few rows, raspberry for a few rows, Knit for a few rows, etc.

Donna Rae
Brandon, Iowa))))))))))))

If you did a scarf that is mainly stockinette, and put this edge on it, would it still roll?[/quote]

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