Oh, lifted increases—those little gems that sneakily add stitches without making your knitting look like it’s having a growth spurt! They’re perfect when you want a smooth, neat increase that blends right in with your fabric, rather than shouting, “Hey, I’m new here!” The idea is to pick up a stitch from a row below and knit it together with the next stitch, creating a lovely, lifted stitch that keeps everything looking tidy and professional. It might feel a bit like gentle gardening—carefully coaxing your knitting to grow in just the right spot. Once you get the hang of it, lifted increases become one of those trusty moves you pull out for shaping sleeves, hats, or any time you need a discreet little boost.
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