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PTBL is a knitting abbreviation of “Purl Through the Back Loop”. It is a twisted purl stitch, often used with KTBL (Knit Through the Back Loop), to create a twisted rib pattern. I will be demonstrating in the continental style. Let’s go over how to Purl TBL.
How to Purl Through the Back Loop?
It is probably easier to watch the video than read through the instructions with pictures.
Here is the tutorial video 👇👇
Following is a brief direction with some pictures.
1: Make sure to bring the working yarn forward.
2. Insert the right needle into the back loop from left to right. It is the most awkward way! It is easier to turn the needles pointing at you as shown in the picture below.
3. Wrap the yarn around to purl.
That’s all you need to achieve PTBL “Purl Through the Back Loop”.
Knitting Tools and Supplies Used
Clover Takumi Bamboo Straight Knitting Needles Size US 8 (5.0 mm)
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