How to Knit the Slip, Knit Two, Pass Double Decrease (sk2p)

Example of the Slip, Knit Two, Pass Double Decrease (sk2p)

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This video knitting tutorial will help you knit the slip, knit two, pass double decrease (sk2p). This technique is used to decrease two stitches at once and has a similar look to the slip knit pass decrease (skp).

Abbreviation: sk2p

Skill: Easy

Pattern:

Step 1: Work pattern to one stitch before where you want to decrease and slip the next stitch off the main needle.

Step 2: Knit the next two stitches together.

Step 3: Pass the slipped stitch over the knit two together stitch.

Example of the Slip, Knit Two, Pass Double Decrease (sk2p)
Example of the Slip, Knit Two, Pass Double Decrease (sk2p)

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