Monica Knits

Image 1Recently the method of picking up gusset stitches through both loops was illustrated. In this article the gusset stitches are picked up through the back loops only of the heel flap. Read more ... for stepwise, illustrated instructions in picking up stitches through both loops of a chain stitch selvedge.

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Stepwise Instructions

1. Start with a chain stitch edge. (Image above.)
2. Insert the crochet hook through the back loop.
3. Draw the yarn through the loop.
4. Stitch completed.
5. Six stitches picked up.

Usually I pick up about 10 sts and then slide them off the back end of the crochet hook onto the knitting needle. I prefer to use a crochet needle because I find it faster as well as more convenient for adjusting the number of stitches picked up. If it looks like I picked up one too many, then I drop an appropriate loop when transfering the stitches to the knitting needle. If I need to add a stitch, I transfer until that point, drop the rest and pick up again, inserting an extra stitch.

Related Posts:
Basic Turning Heel (2 loops picked up for gusset)
Ridgeline Turning Heel . (back loop only picked up)
Basic Sock - Picking Up Gusset Stitches (back loop only, basic sock)

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