Make One

Also known as: Make One Knitwise

Abbreviation: M1, m1, M1K

KnittingIncrease

Chart Symbol(s)

knitting chart symbol for the Make One stitch (abbreviated as M1, m1, M1K). Variant 1

Definition

A nearly invisible increase created by lifting the horizontal strand of yarn that runs between two stitches onto the left needle and knitting into it (typically through the back loop to avoid a hole). When the specific direction is not stated, the knitter may use their preferred method.

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