technique
K2tog
K2tog decreases one stitch by knitting two stitches together.
What it is
K2tog is a simple right-leaning decrease. It reduces stitch count and can shape fabric, form lace, or create a clean decrease line.
How Ruke patterns use it
Ruke patterns may use decrease direction to control how shaping looks. K2tog gives the knitter a base reference before reading more specific decrease names.
Pattern notation examples
- Use it for right-leaning shaping or paired decrease lines.
- It is often compared with a left-leaning decrease such as SSK or K2togL.
When to use it
Use it when the pattern asks to decrease one stitch by knitting two stitches together.
What to check
Check that exactly two stitches become one and that the decrease leans in the intended direction.
Common mistakes
Dropping one of the two stitches, working too tightly, or using it where a left-leaning decrease was intended.