technique
RLI
RLI is a right lifted increase made by lifting a stitch from the row below.
What it is
RLI increases by using the structure of an existing stitch rather than the strand between stitches. It can look more blended than a make-one increase.
How Ruke patterns use it
Ruke Knowledge keeps RLI beside M1R, M1L and LLI so knitters can understand increase families, not only individual abbreviations.
Pattern notation examples
- Use it when the pattern asks for a right lifted increase.
- It is useful to compare RLI and LLI before working mirrored shaping.
When to use it
Use it for subtle right-leaning shaping when the pattern calls for RLI.
What to check
Check that the lifted stitch comes from the correct row below and that the live stitch is still worked correctly.
Common mistakes
Lifting the wrong leg, tightening the fabric around the increase, or accidentally working the same stitch twice.