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How to get invisible transitions when using double pointed needles.

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In this DROPS video we show a knitting tip to get invisible transitions when using double pointed needles. KNITTING TIP (with double pointed needles): To avoid the stitches in the transitions between needles being too large, always work 3 stitches from the next needle before changing needles; all the transitions between needles are then moved 3 stitches each time. We use the yarn DROPS Snow in the video You’ll find a pattern where you can use this technique by clicking on the picture below.

Patterns using this technique

DROPS Children 40-34

DROPS Children 40-34
DROPS Children 40-26

DROPS Children 40-26
DROPS 223-47

DROPS 223-47
DROPS 223-46

DROPS 223-46
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Video #1604, listed in: Learn to knit, Knitting tips & tricks, Learn how to avoid a jog

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Country flag Elaine Hill wrote:

Extremely useful, tusen takk!

05.03.2021 - 22:30

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