double knitting

British  

noun

1. 1. a widely used medium thickness of knitting wool

   2. ( as modifier )

      double-knitting wool

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Example Sentences

Repeat these 2 rows until you think it long enough, then begin double knitting, decrease to 18 stitches again, knit about 2 inches and finish in a point.

From The Ladies' Knitting and Netting Book by Watts, Miss

Harlequin Quilt, with Tucks.—This is done in double knitting stitch, with six threads fleecy.

From The Ladies' Work-Table Book Containing Clear and Practical Instructions in Plain and Fancy Needlework, Embroidery, Knitting, Netting and Crochet by Anonymous

Knit 12 turns plain and 10 turns double knitting.

From The Ladies' Knitting and Netting Book by Watts, Miss

In double knitting you cannot very well increase oftener than every 3 rows, as you do not complete the increase in less than 3 rows.

From The Ladies' Knitting and Netting Book by Watts, Miss

All should be done in double knitting but the 4 edge stitches.

From Exercises in Knitting by Mee, Cornelia