what is a selvage stitch in knitting
Knitted Selvedges (or Selvages) A selvedge or selvage is the very edge of knitted or woven fabric. In textiles, it is usually woven differently than the rest of the fabric to create a firm edge. In knitting, a selvedge is made by working the edge stitch(es) a little differently to create a visual or functional element. From left to right: Selvedge as it looks on the left edge, right edge, right side and wrong side, of stockinette.