Table of contents for January 2025 in Simply Knitting

We're thrilled to bring you another issue packed with newly commissioned designs this month! Dive in with our stunning flowers and berries cover jumper – it's perfect for adding seasonal warmth to your wardrobe. Our textured sleeve cardi will keep you snug and stylish too. Don't miss Nicola Valiji's deer friends duo – adorable toys you can dress up for imaginative play! For the home, knit and brew with our Jack Frost tea cosy, or add some fun with our leopard-print cushion. Our men's cable jumper is a modern classic, while our kids’ blue cable jumper delivers everyday smarts. Love charity knitting? We've all you need on The Big Knit campaign too, in aid of Age UK – cast on your mini hats today… Stay warm all, and keep on…

WHAT'S NEW Multicolour shades We love King Cole's new Cottagespun Chunky yarn offers a cosy, rustic charm with ten variegated colourways, each inspired by rural life. This 150g premium acrylic roving is perfect for creating autumn's transitional garments. Plus, with every purchase, King Cole supports the Loose Ends Project, which connects volunteer handworkers with unfinished craft projects left by those who've passed or become ill. It's a beautiful way to honour lost creativity and give back to the community. £6.29 for 150g, www.kingcole.com for stockists…

GREAT READS Lavanya Patricella's ‘Brioche Knitting Workshop’ is a must-have for any knitter looking to master the art of brioche knitting. With its clear, step-by-step instructions and stunning photography, this practical guide demystifies the intricacies of the brioche stitch, making it accessible for beginners and seasoned knitters alike. A broad perspective The book covers everything from essential tools and yarn choices to the best techniques for knitting brioche flat and in the round. What sets this guide apart is its inclusion of both Continental and English knitting styles, ensuring that readers can easily follow along no matter what their preferred method is. With tips on increasing, decreasing and troubleshooting mistakes, it truly holds your hand through the learning process. Build your skills Featuring 15 delightful projects from cosy hats and…

USE YOUR extra gift! Kirstie's bag has been specially made to be used with our bag base gift Grea gift idea! NOT TOO tricky! EXCLUSIVE TO Simply knitting EXCLUSIVE TO EASY TO KNIT! YOU WILL NEED ■ Cygnet Chunky (100% acrylic, 100g/156m) 1 ball of Yarn A White (208) ■ Cygnet Colour Rush Chunky (100% acrylic, 100g/185m) 1 ball of Yarn B Rosebud (387) ■ A pair of 5.5mm needles ■ Faux leather bag base, 20x10cm TENSION 18 sts and 30 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over st pattern using 5.5mm needles SIZE Height 25cm (93/4in) Width 21cm (81/4in) ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 79 WHERE TO BUY ■ For yarn stockists contact Cygnet on 01274 743374 or www.cygnetyarns.com OR YOU COULD TRY… ■ The Wool Factory 0333 050…

EXCLUSIVE TO Simply knitting EXCLUSIVE TO GREAT GIFT idea! IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED ■ Sirdar Hayfield Bonus DK (100% acrylic, 100g/280m) 1 ball of each Yarn A Mink (599) Yarn B Walnut (927) Yarn C Aran (993) Yarn D Oyster Pink (614) Yarn E Ocean Blue (609) ■ A pair of 4mm needles ■ Toy filling ■ 2 pairs of toy safety eyes, 5mm diameter ■ Oddment of black DK yarn ■ Locking markers or waste yarn TENSION 22 sts and 28 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over stocking stitch using 4mm needles MEASUREMENTS 30cm (11¾in) tall ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 79 WHERE TO BUY ■ For yarn stockists contact Sirdar on 01924 371501 or visit www.sirdar.com OR YOU COULD TRY… ■ Wool Warehouse 0800…

KNIT for a special birthday! EXCLUSIVE TO Simply knitting EXCLUSIVE TO TAKE ON A CHALLENGE YOU WILL NEED □ Bergère de France Ecoton (DK, 48% acrylic, 48% cotton, 4% other fibres, 50g/130m) For yarn quantities and measurements see size table □ A pair of 3mm needles □ A pair of 3.5mm needles □ A cable needle (cn) □ 4 transparent press studs 13mm diamter (ref 60467, pack of 59) □ 4 beechwood buttons, 14mm diameter (ref 32632, pack of 6) TENSION 22 sts and 30 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st using 3.5mm needles 29 sts and 30 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over Diamond st using 3.5mm needles ABBREVIATIONS T3B Slip next st to cn and hold at back, K2; P1 from cn T3F Slip next 2…

TECH EXPERT Kitchener stitch, or grafting, is used to join live stitches together seamlessly, and is typically used to close sock toes 1 When you are ready to graft, distribute an equal number of stitches across two needles, with wrong sides facing and yarn to the right. The working yarn should be coming from the last stitch on the back needle. Cut the yarn, leaving a tail that's long enough to work one row of knitting, with a little extra. Thread this onto a tapestry needle. 2 Insert your sewing needle through the first stitch on the front needle as if to purl. Draw the yarn through. 3 Insert your sewing needle through the first stitch on the back needle as if to knit. Draw the yarn through. 4 *Insert…

1 These images show what happens to the yarn that you carry over on the wrong side of the work. Work a stitch in the first colour as usual. To change colour, hold the working yarn out of the way and position the new colour ready to work the next stitch. 2 Work the next stitch in the new colour as normal. Make sure you don't pull the yarn too tight by keeping the stitches on the right-hand needle spread out. 3 To change back to the original colour, work Steps 1 and 2 again. 4 A completed row shows the yarn ‘floats’ carried across the back of the work.…

SCAN HERE… FOR TIPS AND TUTORIALS! Scan this QR code with your phone or tablet camera or via a QR code reader app. CABLE CAST-ON METHOD Use it for a firm edge, and when adding stitches to your work Make a slip knot. Insert right-hand needle into the stitch as if to knit. Wrap the yarn around the point and pull through, slipping the stitch on to the left-hand needle. Push the point of the right-hand needle between the first and second stitches. Wrap the yarn anti-clockwise around the point of the right-hand needle. Pull the loop out with the right-hand needle, then slip it over the tip of the left-hand needle. Repeat Steps 2 and 3 until you have the number of stitches you require. THUMB CAST-ON METHOD A…

ISSUE 258 CHRISTMAS * Pretty lace top * Peek-a-boo teddy cushion * Ridged baby cardi * Golden party crown * Men's cable jumper * Chunky cardigan * Christmas cake * Gnome stocking * Festive hair accessories * Fair isle border hoody * Floral lace scarf * Big West Yorkshire Spinners prize draw * Stylecraft feature * PLUS Lace Knits pattern book BUY IT NOW! RETURN TO THE APP TO BUY BACK ISSUES ISSUE 257 DECEMBER * Santa jumper * Gingerbread man decoration * Kids’ snowman jumper * Men's cardigan * Cuddly reindeer toy * Snowmen decorations * Hot water bottle cover * Fairy lights cushion * Advent blanket KAL (pt3) * PLUS Seasonal Wreaths pattern book ISSUE 256 NOVEMBER * Three-quarter sleeved jumper * Cowl and mitts set * Kids’…

1 Make a slip knot and place it on a needle, leaving a long tail. The tail length depends on the number of stitches you wish to cast on. Try a length about 3 times the width of the project. 2 Hold the tail in your left hand with your thumb sticking up. Make a circle anti-clockwise with your thumb. You should end up with a cross on the front of your thumb. 3 Push the needle tip along the outside of your thumb so it passes through the loop. Wrap the working yarn as if to knit. 4 Draw the yarn through the thumb loop and then between the arms of the cross. Slip your thumb out and pull to tighten the stitch. Repeat from Step 2.…

Try a new tool Kettle Yarn Co Yarn Holder Knit on-the-go with this £10 yarn holder! Carry it on your wrist, bag, or hang it anywhere—perfect for pub knit nights and creative outings! £10, www.kettleyarnco.co.uk Master chevron stitch Chevron Garter Stitch Scarf Pattern Get snuggly in style with this easy-to-knit, graphic Caron Simply Soft scarf. At 70 inches long, it's perfect for layering – wear it long, wrapped, or doubled for endless chic options this winter. Free pattern at www.readicut.co.uk Scheepjes Woolwise Yarn Meet Scheepjes Woolwise – a soft, eco-friendly DK yarn in 60 shades. Made from recycled superwash Merino, it's perfect for cosy, all-season garments and accessories that are wonderfully gentle on skin. £ £11.10 for 100g, www.scheepjes.com Colour change magic Hobbii Twisted Love Yarn Fall for Hobbi's Twisted Love yarn!…

Knits for active kids This season, Sirdar has something exciting for kids with six fresh patterns in their Snuggly Replay collection! From park play to hangouts with friends, or even chilling with screens, their Surf, Snow, Skate range has it all. With cosy cardigans, body warmers, jumpers and hats, plus fun colourblock designs and stripes, there's a perfect piece for every mini adventurer. Patterns from £3.50, www.sirdar.com…

STAR LETTER REMEMBRANCE KNITTING I didn't have time last year to make the remembrance soldiers I wanted to do for myself and my daughter, Laura, and daughter-in-law Claire, so was determined to get going early this year to make them. I had such fun knitting them and once I completed mine I knew ‘Tommy’ had to join ‘Corgey and Bess’ with looking out of the dining room window to watch the world go by. The girls loved their soldiers too and as Claire works for the Army as a civilian she asked if I could make a second one for her to go on her desk and I duly obliged. ‘Baldrick’ has had many favourable comments from Claire's colleagues and he has put a smile on many a face in…

EXCLUSIVE TO Simply knitting EXCLUSIVE TO GREAT GIFT knit! TAKE ON A CHALLENGE YOU WILL NEED □ Sirdar Snuggly DK (55% nylon, 45% acrylic, 50g/165m) For yarn quantities and measurements see size table □ A pair of 3.25mm needles □ A pair of 3.75mm needles □ A pair of 4mm needles □ Stitch holders □ Stitch markers □ 3 buttons, 1.5cm diameter TENSION 22 sts and 28 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over stocking stitch using 4mm needles ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 79 KEY CHART A CHART B CHART C CHART D HOW TO USE OUR CHARTS Start at the bottom right-hand corner. Read right-side rows from right to left and wrong-side rows from left to right. A row of squares represents a row of knitting…

1 Insert the point of the right-hand needle through the loops of the next two stitches as if to knit. 2 Wind the yarn round the tip of the right-hand needle and pull the yarn through the two stitches, knitting them both together. 3 Drop the two stitches from the left-hand needle and keep the new stitch on the right-hand needle. 4 Knitting two stitches together decreases your stitch count by one, and the decrease stitch leans to the righ t. This is how a series of k2tog decreases will look.…

CATCH UP WITH OUR READER KNITS AND STORIES over on page 22 CHILL OUT WITH A CROSSWORD ACROSS 1 --- pie, mince and potato dish (7) 5 Versatile yarn made from synthetic fibre (7) 9 Improvise (2,3) 10 Unconventional and slightly strange (9) 11 Unit used to measure duvet weight (3) 12 Power (5) 13 Coach (5) 14 Traditional Sunday lunch (5) 16 Shiny and smooth (6) 18 Yarn made from Angora goat's hair (6) 19 Fuzzy fruit? (5) 22 Foot coverings? (5) 24 Long and loose top or dress (5) 26 Paddle (3) 27 Emergency vehicle (9) 29 Type of tree (5) 30 Royal title (7) 31 Stylish (7) DOWN 1 Section of a book (7) 2 The ---, broadsheet newspaper (9) 3 Collection of songs (5) 4 Stamina…

TRY A NEW stitch! EXCLUSIVE TO Simply knitting EXCLUSIVE TO IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED ■ Rowan Alpaca Classic (DK, 57% alpaca, 43% cotton, 25g/120m) For yarn quantities and measurements see size table ■ A pair of 3.25mm needles ■ A pair of 3.75mm needles ■ Stitch holder or scrap yarn ■ 5 buttons TENSION 24 sts and 33 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st using 3.75mm needles 25 sts and 36 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over patt using 3.75mm needles ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 79 WHERE TO BUY ■ For yarn stockists contact Rowan on 01924 371501 or visit www.knitrowan.com OR YOU COULD TRY… ■ Wool Warehouse 0800 505 3300 or www.woolwarehouse.co.uk ■ The Knitter's Attic 01394 547077 or www.theknittersattic.co.uk HOW TO…

Kirstie McLeod Editor “I'm not into podcasts, but I've been TV knitting to ‘All Creatures Great and Small for all the lovely knits!” Cory Sydee Technical Editor “That's tough. I have so many different favourites on different topics. My favourite knitting podcast is ‘Pardon My Stash'. It's so funny!” Sophie Jordan Deputy Editor “I'm obsessed with Tudor history and regularly plug into the ‘Talking Tudors’ podcast while cabling.” Jen Bartlett Technical Editor “As a Star Trek fan, I love knitting to the podcast ‘Women At Warp’, which looks at the franchise through an intersectional feminist lens.”…

Welcome to our Warm Winter Accessories pattern booklet! As the chill sets in, there's no better time to pick up your knitting needles and create something special. In this book, you'll find six delightful patterns for a cosy hat, stylish cowls, warm mittens and snug socks. Each one crafted to keep you warm while adding a handmade touch to your winter wardrobe. Whether you're a seasoned knitter or just starting out, we hope these patterns inspire you to create beautiful pieces.…

Brooklyn Tweed, renowned for its sustainable yarn and high-quality designs, has teamed up with a group of top designers to release a new book featuring over 20 patterns for blankets and afghans. Curated by founder Jared Flood, the collection offers a range of designs, from simple to complex, in various styles and sizes, ensuring something for every knitter or crocheter. Featuring contributions from designers like Ainur Berkimbayeva, Amy van de Laar and more, the book showcases a dazzling variety of colours and patterns – perfect for creating the ultimate cosy, handmade blanket. Ideal for all skill levels. £20, www.brooklyntweed.com Fab project inspo…

Discover the ultimate yarn for your next project – Yarnsmiths Merino DK Superwash! Available in 120 stunning shades, from bold brights to soft pastels, this luxurious, silky-soft yarn is a must for knitting enthusiasts. Merino wool is naturally breathable, antibacterial and sustainable, offering warmth without the itch. Lightweight and incredibly smooth, it's perfect for garments worn next to the skin. We think you might love Merino DK, and it's huge shade range! £5 for 50g, www.woolwarehouse.co.uk 120 great shades For more details visit www.hobbii.co.uk…

GET the LOOK Page 19 Simply knitting loves EXCLUSIVE TO Simply knitting EXCLUSIVE TO TAKE ON A CHALLENGE YOU WILL NEED ■ King Cole Merino Blend DK (100% wool, 104m/50g) For yarn quantities and measurements see size table ■ A pair of 3.25mm needles ■ A pair of 3.75mm needles ■ A pair of 4mm needles For larger sizes ■ 3.25mm, 3.75mm and 4mm circular needles, at least 100cm long. For a large number of sts it may be easier to use a circular needle and work backwards and forwards TENSION 22 sts and 28 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st using 4mm needles ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 79 WHERE TO BUY ■ For yarn stockists contact King Cole on 01756 703670 or www.kingcole.com…

GIFT BAGS Alison thought she'd start her Christmas knitting with these cute gift bags for her grandchildren. They were knitted using double-held DK yarn so were surprisingly quick to complete. Alison Goode Pattern in issue 257 LITTLE MAN Heather has been knitting for 61 years, and has had Simply Knitting from issue 1. She recently enjoyed knitting the little gingerbread man from issue 257. Heather says he was the perfect distraction for a dull day. Heather Gale VINTAGE KNIT Elizabeth has knitted quite a lot of toys, and her Victorian Carol Singers pattern by Jean Greenhowe are her pride and joy. They got first prize in the ‘Home Industries’ section of her local agricultural show. Elizabeth Gracey…

TRY A NEW stitch! EXCLUSIVE TO Simply knitting EXCLUSIVE TO TAKE ON A CHALLENGE YOU WILL NEED ■ By Laxtons Sheepsoft Aran (100% British wool, 100g/175m) For yarn quantities and measurements see size table ■ A pair of 3.75mm needles ■ A pair of 4mm needles ■ A pair of 5mm needles ■ A cable needle (cn) ■ 2 stitch holders TENSION 18 sts and 24 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st using 5mm needles Each repeat of (P1, TW2, Diamond Pattern, TW2) meas 10cm using 5mm needles ABBREVIATIONS M1P Pick up and purl into back of horizontal strand lying before next st TW2 Slip next st knitwise, K1, pass slipped st over st just knitted and K into back of it C5B Slip next 3 sts on…

SUPER FUN design! EXCLUSIVE TO Simply knitting EXCLUSIVE TO TAKE ON A CHALLENGE YOU WILL NEED □ King Cole Tinsel Chunky (75% polyester, 25% Lurex; 50g/70m) 1 ball in Yarn A Icicle (3424) □ King Cole Glitz DK (97% acrylic, 3% polyester; 100g/290m) 1 ball of each Yarn B Diamond White (483) Yarn C Cloud (3501) □ King Cole Pricewise DK (100% acrylic; 100g/290m) 1 ball in Yarn D Blush (149) □ A pair of 5.5mm needles □ A pair of 4mm needles □ A stitch holder □ Toy filling □ 2 black beads, 5mm diameter TENSION 22 sts and 28 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over stocking stitch using 4mm needles with a single strand of DK 14 sts and 23 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over stocking stitch using…

V-STITCH JUMPER TRY A NEW stitch! EXCLUSIVE TO Simply knitting EXCLUSIVE TO TAKE ON A CHALLENGE YOU WILL NEED ■ West Yorkshire Spinners The Croft (aran, 100% Shetland wool, 100g/166m) For yarn quantities and measurements see size table ■ A pair of 4mm needles ■ A pair of 5mm needles ■ Stitch holders TENSION 20 sts and 26 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over pattern using 5mm needles 18 sts and 24 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st using 5mm needles ABBREVIATIONS C2B Knit into front of second st on needle then knit into front of first st on needle before slipping both sts off together C2F Knit into back of second st on needle then knit into front of first st on needle before slipping both sts…

CONTACT US! Got a question for our experts? Then email us at simplyknitting@ourmedia.co.uk or write to us at Simply Knitting, Eagle House, Bristol BS1 4ST KNIT GURU Jen Bartlett Technical Editor Stitch expert and technical whizz, Jen likes to tackle the trickiest of knitting problems.. Kirstie McLeod Editor Sock fanatic and all-round crafty expert, Kirstie enjoys designing and creating lace, cables and more. Cory Sydee Technical Editor New expert and knitting super-fan, Cory likes to delve into the toughest of knitting conundrums. Sophie Jordan Deputy Editor Passionate about colour combinations and Fair Isle, Sophie has 40 knitting years under her belt. QUESTION OF THE MONTH JOINING IN THE ROUND Q A lot of patterns start by saying ‘join to work in the round’ but there's no explanation for how to…

EXCLUSIVE TO Simply knitting EXCLUSIVE TO PERFECT YOUR colour work IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED ■ Yarnsmiths Create DK (100% acrylic, 100g/290m) 1 ball of each Yarn A Oatmeal (3064)  Yarn B Anthracite Grey (3002) Yarn C Vintage Peach (3428) ■ A 3.5mm circular needle, 80cm long ■ A 4mm circular needle, 80cm long ■ A set of 4mm double-pointed needles (DPNs) ■ Darning needle ■ Cushion pad, 42x42cm ■ 35cm zip (optional) TENSION 24 sts and 28 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over charted pattern using 4mm needles 24 sts and 28 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st using 3.5mm needles MEASUREMENTS 40x40cm (15¾x15¾in) ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 79 WHERE TO BUY ■ Wool Warehouse 0800 505 3300 or www.woolwarehouse.co.uk COLOURWORK CUSHION Note Uses stranded colourwork.…

1 Push the point of your right-hand needle through the first two stitches on your left-hand needle, going from right to left as you would for a purl stitch. 2 Bring yarn anti-clockwise around the needle, between the two needles. 3 Pull the yarn through both stitches, as you would when working a purl stitch, and drop both stitches from the left-hand needle. 4 Purling two stitches together decreases your stitch count by one, and the decrease stitch leans to the right. This is how a series looks on the right side of stocking stitch.…

IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED ■ Yarnsmiths Pebble Haze DK (67% cotton, 33% acrylic, 50g/145m) 1 ball in Fluorite (2C170) ■ A pair of 4mm needles ■ A set of 4mm double-pointed needles (DPNs) ■ Stitch marker TENSION 24 sts and 32 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st using 4mm needles ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 79 MEASUREMENTS 10x15cm (4x6in) WHERE TO BUY ■ Wool Warehouse 0800 505 3300 www.woolwarehouse.co.uk STITCH of the month DRAWSTRING POUCH POUCH Cast on 48 sts using 4mm needles. Row 1 (RS) Knit. Row 2 (WS) Purl. Rows 3 to 14 Rep Rows 1 and 2 another six times. Row 15 For folded hem, fold work in half so cast-on edge is behind needle and work by picking up one…

NOT TOO tricky! IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED ■ King Cole Homespun DK (22% Merino wool, 22% alpaca, 23% polyamide, 23% acrylic, 10% viscose, 50g/175m) 2 balls of each colour makes the whole set Yarn A Maize (5111) Yarn B Peony (5102) Yarn C Autumn Fern (5105) To make individually For Hat, Small Cowl and Mittens 1 ball of each per project For Large Cowl 1 ball each of Yarns A and C, 2 balls of Yarn B ■ A 3.75mm circular needle, 40cm long ■ A set of 3.75mm double-pointed needles (DPNs) or a circular needle, 60cm long (for Magic Loop method) ■ Pompom maker, 9cm diameter (optional) ■ Stitch markers TENSION 24 sts and 33 rounds to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over diagonal rib patt (unblocked) using 3.75mm needles MEASUREMENTS…

SUPER RETRO knit! TAKE ON A CHALLENGE YOU WILL NEED ■ Quince & Co Chickadee (sport, 100% wool, 50g/166m) 2 skeins of Lichen (126) ■ A set of five 2.5mm double-pointed needles (DPNs) ■ A set of five 3mm double-pointed needles (DPNs) ■ Stitch markers ■ A cable needle (cn) ■ Waste yarn HOW TO USE OUR CHARTS Start at the bottom right-hand corner. Read right-side rows from right to left and wrong-side rows from left to right. A row of squares represents a row of knitting CHART A TENSION 26 sts and 38 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st using 3mm needles MEASUREMENTS Hand circumference 19cm (7½in) unstretched Length 30cm (11¾in) ABBREVIATIONS C3F Sl2 to cn and place at front of work, K1, then K2 from cn C3B…

KNIT for winter birthdays! IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED ■ Sirdar Click Chunky with Wool (70% acrylic, 30% wool, 50g/75m) 3 balls of Bloom (0146) ■ 4mm double-pointed needles (DPNs) TENSION 19 sts and 28 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st using 4mm needles MEASUREMENTS 21 (23: 25.5)cm [8½ (9¼: 10)in] circumference and 40.5cm (16in) long ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 79 in Simply Knitting mag WHERE TO BUY ■ For yarn stockists contact Sirdar on 01924 371501 or www.sirdar.com “You can find me wearing bed socks from September to May, so this quick-to-knit option makes the perfect TV knit for me!” SOPHIE JORDAN, DEPUTY EDITOR BED SOCKS CUFF Cast on 40 (44: 48) stitches using 4mm DPNs. Work K2, P2 rib for 4 rows. Join…

1 Insert the point of the right-hand needle through the loops of the next two stitches as if to knit. 2 Wind the yarn round the tip of the right-hand needle and pull the yarn through the two stitches, knitting them both together. 3 Drop the two stitches from the left-hand needle and keep the new stitch on the right-hand needle. 4 Knitting two stitches together decreases your stitch count by one, and the decrease stitch leans to the right. This is how a series of k2tog decreases will look.…