How To: Knit Loop Stitch

Ready to learn the loop? This intermediate-level stitch is super cosy – perfect for adding a bit of texture and drama to your knitting project.

Ready to learn the loop? This intermediate-level stitch is super cosy – perfect for adding a bit of texture and drama to your knitting project.

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Ready to learn the loop? This intermediate-level stitch is super cosy – perfect for adding a bit of texture and drama to your knitting project.

See the step by step guide here
Level: Intermediate
Craft: Knitting
Type: Technique

Step by Step

Le point fourrure (ou point de bouclette) - Step 1

Step 1

Knitted loops, the second best loops after fruit loops. To begin knitting, slip the first stitch.

Le point fourrure (ou point de bouclette) - Step 2

Step 2

Insert your needle knit wise.

Le point fourrure (ou point de bouclette) - Step 3

Step 3

Wrap the yarn clockwise and bring it forward between the two needles.

Le point fourrure (ou point de bouclette) - Step 4

Step 4

Place your thumb on top of the yarn and bring it back between the needles.

Le point fourrure (ou point de bouclette) - Step 5

Step 5

Without releasing either loop, knit the stitch again.

Le point fourrure (ou point de bouclette) - Step 6

Step 6

Then, lift the first loop up and over the stitch you just knitted and off the needle.

Le point fourrure (ou point de bouclette) - Step 7

Step 7

Knit the next stitch.

Le point fourrure (ou point de bouclette) - Step 8

Step 8

Repeat steps 2 to 8 until the end of the row and you are officially a loop stitch master.