Do you know there are two ways to form a cross stitch -- the English method and the Danish method. This video will discuss the two different methods, and whe How to cross stitch a basic beginners tutorial. This was completed on 14 count Aida using 1 strand of embroidery thread doubled over. st st = stockinette stitch a very popular and smooth knitting stitch pattern. SSK = the knitting abbreviation SSK stands for Slip slip knit; it's a neat left-leaning decrease. SKP = slip 1 knitwise, knit 1, pass slip stitch over the knit stitch. SSP = slip, slip, purl; a right-leaning decrease for the wrong side. * work instructions immediately following *, then repeat as directed. alt alternate. approx approximately. b&t (break and tighten) break off the yarn and thread the end through the st(s) left on the needle. Pull the end of the yarn to tighten the st(s) together. beg beginning. C2B slip next stitch to cn & hold at back, K1; K1 from cn Welcome to the Interweave Knitting Terms and Glossary! Our knitting experts do an excellent job at keeping this must-read glossary up-to-date with the latest knitting terms and abbreviations. From the applied I-cord to the whipstitch, our complete knitting glossary will help you master all of the latest and most common knitting terms like a pro.