194K views · 1K reactions | Knit and purl through the back loop (tbl) Knitting a stitch through the back loop (ktbl) makes the stitch more defined, which looks really neat in ribbing or against a background of reverse stocking stitch. On the wrong side, the stitch is purled through the back loop (ptbl). #knitting | Annaplexis | Facebook

155K views · 640 reactions | Square Eight of the Tutorial Throw introduces twisted stitches, a.k.a. through the back loop (tbl). Twisted stitches are more pronounced and can be used for a very elegant ribbing or in intricate patterns that stand out against the background.This is how to knit through the back loop. #knitting | Annaplexis | Facebook