Delightful Decreases

The primary purpose of a decrease in knitting is to reduce the number of stitches, but it can also serve as a decorative element. There are quite a few different decrease stitches, and each one has its own distinctive appearance. By working different decrease types on either side of a garment or stitch pattern, you can create a polished, symmetrical look. For a demonstration on some of the most commonly used decreases in our patterns, watch our new how-to video, and be sure to check out our how-to video library to see more.

A winding cable pattern travels across the front of this v-neck pullover with elbow-length sleeves.

Route 1 knit in
Berroco Remix®
Skill level: Intermediate
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