sl1p
Knittingslip 1 purlwise
Description
Transfer one stitch from the left needle to the right needle as if to purl, without working it.
Detailed explanation
The abbreviation sl1p stands for ‘slip 1 purlwise.’ This technique involves moving a stitch from the left needle to the right needle without creating a new loop. Slipping purlwise preserves the stitch’s orientation, preventing it from twisting. It is the standard method for slipping stitches unless a pattern specifically instructs to slip knitwise.