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M1L vs LLI
M1L and LLI both add one left-leaning stitch, but one uses the strand between stitches and the other lifts a stitch below.
What it is
M1L and LLI both add one left-leaning stitch, but one uses the strand between stitches and the other lifts a stitch below.
How Ruke patterns use it
This comparison supports Ruke instructions that distinguish make-one and lifted increases. The chosen method affects how closely the increase blends into stockinette or a shaped line.
Pattern notation examples
- Row 4 (RS) Sl1, k4, sm, M1L, knit to st marker, M1R, sm, k4, p last st. [Increased: 2 sts]
- Row 3 (RS) Sl1, RLI, k2, LLI, p last st. [Increased: 2 sts]
When to use it
Use it when a reader understands left direction but needs to identify the exact increase construction.
What to check
Check where the new loop comes from, whether a hole forms and which increase is paired on the opposite side.
Common mistakes
Replacing LLI with M1L without checking the intended texture and symmetry.