1

Slip

Slip one stitch knit-wise from the right-hand to the left-hand needle.

2

Slip again

Slip the next stitch purl-wise

3

knit (two together)

Finally, knit these two stitches together.

Try It Out!

Neat shaping is key to any pattern where the line of decreases is very obvious, such as in appliqué patterns, lace stitches and seamless garments. Here are some of our favourites:

Frank Super Cat Sweater by Jane Burns
Delphine Hat by Martin Storey
Lios Jumper by Helen Metcalfe from Knit Now Issue 137