Category: Abbreviations

Example of the Left Twist Knitting Stitch used in the twisted cable rib stitch

Left Twist Stitch (LT)

The left twist stitch is a mock cable. By knitting stitches out of order, a twist can be created in the fabric. It’s more efficient

Cross Four Left Stitch (C4L)

The Cross Four Right is a traditional cable stitch. All cable stitches are rearranging the order of the stitches being worked, creating a twisted effect

Cross Four Right Stitch (C4R)

The Cross Four Right is a traditional cable stitch. All cable stitches are rearranging the order of the stitches being worked, creating a twisted effect

Purl Through the Back Loop Stitch (P tbl)

The Purl Through the Back Loop stitch is a variation of the purl stitch. It creates a twisted stitch by turning the stitch while

With Yarn in Back (wyib)

The With Yarn in Back instruction (abbreviated as wyib) is found generally in pattern where you slip a stitch. The abbreviation is really quite straightforward:

Cable Four Front Stitch (C4F)

The Cable Four Front is a traditional cable stitch. All cable stitches are rearranging the order of the stitches being worked, creating a twisted effect

Knit Through the Back Loop Stitch (K tbl)

The Knit Through the Back Loop stitch is a variation of the knit stitch. It creates a twisted stitch by turning the stitch while

With Yarn in Front (wyif)

Cable Four Back Stitch (C4B)

The Cable Four Back is a traditional cable stitch. All cable stitches are rearranging the order of the stitches being worked, creating a twisted effect