Every Needle (EN)

Every needle means knitting across all working needles with no spaces or skipped positions. Every needle is in use, creating a full, smooth fabric.

You’ll see this used when you want:

• Standard, all-needle stockinette

• A stable section before or after shaping

• A firm base for ribs, hems, or decorative details

This is the opposite of working on every other needle, which creates a more open, lighter fabric. Patterns often switch between the two, so instructions will clearly tell you whether to set the machine for EN (every needle) or EON (every other needle).