How do you tell the right side from the wrong side in knitting?
The easiest way to distinguish the sides is to look at a simple swatch in Stockinette Stitch. The flat side with all the V’s on it is the “right” side. The bumpy purl side is the “wrong” side. If your pattern calls for Reverse Stockinette, it’s the opposite.
What does ending on a right side row mean?
YOUR ANSWER. When it says ending with …, row it means that the last row you knit before you continue with the next section of your knitting pattern will be that type of row. … If it says ending with a right side row, the last row you knit for that section of your pattern will be a right side row.
Does the cast on row count as Row 1?
The cast on itself is not counted, however, some cast on methods create both a cast on and a knitted row. For example, the most popular cast on, the long tail method, creates both a cast on and a knitted row. So in this case, you would count that as the first row.
What does ending with a wrong side row mean?
When your pattern tells you to end on a wrong side row it means that the last row you knit is the one on the wrong side (hidden side) of your project. So if you are knitting in stocking stitch (stockinette) the last row you work is a purl row so that you are ready to knit the next row.
Does the cast off count as a row?
Actually, what you shouldn’t be counting is the “row” formed by the cast on. The cast on doesn’t count as a row. But it’s easier to count all the rows in the worked fabric, below the needle, and just not count the loops on the needle.
What is the best cast on for garter stitch?
German twisted cast-on
Also known as the old Norwegian cast-on. It is stretchy and makes a good pair with garter stitch.