Techniques

Cast-Ons

A good project starts with the right edge. These videos are worked in English (throwing) style, with the working yarn held in the right hand.

German Twisted Cast-On

A stretchy, sturdy edge that holds up well on ribbing, hats, and socks. Watch on YouTube

I-Cord Cast-On

Starts your piece with a smooth, rounded i-cord edge. Watch on YouTube

Intarsia Cast-On

Cast on in more than one color, so each color block starts right at the edge. Watch on YouTube

Purl Cast-On | Casting On Underarm Stitches

Add new stitches in the middle of a project, like at the underarm of a sweater. Watch on YouTube

Provisional Cast-On with Crochet Hook

A temporary edge you can unzip later to pick up live stitches and work in the other direction. Watch on YouTube

Seed Stitch Cast-On

An edge that flows right into seed stitch. Watch on YouTube

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