How to Purl Through the Back Loop (P-tbl)

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Channel: ChemKnits Tutorials · 2014 · Howto & Style

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Create twisted stitches by purling into the back loop of a stitch.  (Normally you purl in the front loop on your needle.)  

Purl stitches look similar to p-tbl stitches, until you flip the fabric over.  In this video you will also see the difference between p and p-tbl stitches.  


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