The Knit Through the Back Loop Stitch (K tbl)
Stitch Description
The Knit Through the Back Loop stitch is a variation of the knit stitch. It creates a twisted stitch by turning the stitch while you are working. It is abbreviated as K tbl.
Video Tutorial
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Stitch Details
Stitch Characteristics
Pattern Instructions
- Step 1: Insert working needle into the back loop of the stitched to be worked.
- Step 2: Yo needle in stitch.
- Step 3: Draw loop through stitch.
- Step 4: Transfer stitch to main needle.
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