Difficulty beginner Skill troubleshooting 2 min read

What it is

A hole after M1R usually means the strand was lifted or knitted in a way that left the new loop open.

How Ruke patterns use it

Ruke raglan and shaping lines use directional increases repeatedly, so a small setup error becomes visible across several rounds. Correct strand orientation closes the increase while keeping its right lean.

When to use it

Use this guide when M1R creates an unintended eyelet.

What to check

Check that the strand is lifted from back to front and knitted through the front loop as defined in the Ruke abbreviation.

Common mistakes

Working through the open side of the strand, confusing M1R with a yarn over, or tightening the following stitch instead of correcting the increase.