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Latvian Braid

Latvian Braid Bind Off

1 March, 202224 October, 2021 by Erika

How to: Bind off with a Latvian braid Latvian braid bind off is the last post about these pretty braids, at least until I get a new idea on the subject 🙂 This pretty bind off creates a braid on the right side and from above it looks like a chain of stitches. If you’re … Read more

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Latvian Braid Worked In the Round

1 March, 202217 October, 2021 by Erika

How to add a Latvian braid when knitting in the round Well, I admit that I’m a tiny bit obsessed with Latvian braids for the moment… And yes, here is yet another blog post about the beautiful braid! If you’re popping in on a regular basis (thank you!) I guess you already have seen the … Read more

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Latvian Braid

1 March, 202228 September, 2021 by Erika

How to add a decorative two color braid to knitted items In Sweden, we have a saying that translates “A loved child has many names”. I think that saying suits the Latvian braid well, as it’s also referred to as Estonian braid, Vikkel braid, and lateral braid. No matter what you call it, this braid … Read more

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Latvian Braid Cast On

1 March, 202221 September, 2021 by Erika

Latvian braid cast on: Add a beautiful edge to your next knitting project! The Latvian braid cast on is often used on mittens with Latvian and Scandinavian patterns. But this beautiful cast on works wonders for any project that needs a pretty edge! A cute cast on like the Latvian braid cast on adds a … Read more

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