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Old 11-06-2009, 04:16 PM   #1
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Should I learn how to purl???
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Old 11-06-2009, 04:20 PM   #2
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Knitting is basically two stitches, knit and purl. There are some patterns that are all garter stitch (all knits), but the majority use a combination of both so yes, I'd say you should learn to purl.
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Yes, unless you plan on doing nothing but garter stitch for the rest of your knitting days.
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Originally Posted by disneyluva49 View Post
Should I learn how to purl???
Why wouldn't you?
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