Learning to Read Written Instructions chapter 6
S
selvage An extra stitch (or stitches) that will be used
for the seam.
slip stitches to holder Put the stitches onto a stitch
holder, usually to be worked later.
T
turning ridge A row of stitches, usually purled on the
right side of stockinette stitch, where a hem will be
folded under.
W
weave in ends When finishing a project, sew loose
ends in and out of the backs of stitches or into seams to
prevent them from unraveling.
with RS facing Work with the right side facing you;
usually used when instructions are telling you to pick up
stitches for a button band or collar.
with WS facing Work with the wrong side facing you.
work across Continue to work as established across
the row of stitches or across a group of stitches on a
holder.
work buttonholes opposite markers When working
the fronts of a cardigan, place markers on the side
where the buttons will be sewn and work buttonholes
on the other front, opposite the markers.
work even Work without increasing or decreasing.
work to end Finish the row.
working needle The needle that is being used to knit
or purl stitches.
working yarn The yarn that is being used to knit or
purl stitches.
wrong side (WS) The side of the knitting that will not
show.