How to Knit the Slip Knit Pass Decrease (SKP)
In Decreases
Stitch Description
This video knitting tutorial will help you learn how to knit the slip knit pass decrease. Decreasing is a method of removing stitches.The slip knit pass decrease (skp) is identical to the slip slip knit (ssk) decrease, which is a left leaning decrease. It compliments the knit two together decrease (k2tog) and is used in tandem with it to shape your knitting symmetrically.
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Pattern Instructions
- Step 1: Slip the first stitch knitwise off the main needle onto your working needle.
- Step 2: Knit the second stitch off the main needle.
- Step 3: Slip the second stitch on your working needle over the first stitch on your working needle.
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Johnny Vasquez
Johnny is the founder of New Stitch a Day and Head Honcho at Knitiversity.
Since 2011 he's helped millions of people become Fearless Knitters though his tutorials, patterns, classes, and books. When he's not knitting he likes to play his baritone ukulele, hangout at speakeasy bars, and discuss movies with friends. He currently lives in Estonia with his wife and 3 kids.
