Binding off in the round normally flows fairly easily until it comes to last last bound-off stitch. Typically you bind-off that last stitch and secure it. Next step is to weave in that tail connecting it to the 1st bound off stitch.
Sometimes the join looks invisible. Sometimes not so much. What if we added one more step so the last bind-off flows perfectly the first time and every time?
Have you ever cast on using circular knitting needles only to find several rounds in, that you've twisted the cast on? Now you have a knitted loop with a twist in it and the only way to fix it is to frog it and start over.
Knitting in the round is very easy, of course that's after you get past the join. You know, that making sure you don't twist that cast-on. How often do cast-ons twist when you are about to start knitting in the round? Enough times that even pattern writers tell you to look out for it. So here's an easy hack to make sure there are no twists in your cast on.
One skein project! This is a sweet little cowl knitting pattern designed by Donna Pelzar. It is as soft and warm as it looks and takes only an afternoon to complete. Knit one for yourself or someone you love to keep them cozy all winter!
Read MoreOne skein of HiKoo Concentric Gradient yarn is all you need to knit this gorgeous cowl. It's knitted in the round and you'll love watching the colors transition as you knit. Concentric is an incredibly soft baby alpaca which feels fabulous against the skin. The pattern itself is repetitive, so it's easy to remember and knit on the go.
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Read MoreOne skein knitting project! Knitted in the round, this easy to knit hat uses self-striping Berroco Millefiori yarn.
Read MoreWhether its shaping a shoulder (increasing) or a neckline (decreasing), most patterns typically place shaping stitches somewhere near the ends of the row, or may not tell you where to place them at all. That often has the effect of giving your piece that stair step look. But how about if we change where we work those stitches? How would that look?
Read MoreCast on a colorful and easy to knit cowl. Knitted in soft and luxurious Baby Alpaca yarn, you'll love wearing this warm cowl all fall and winter. It's knitted in the round using just knit and purl stitches so it's a great next step project for beginner knitters.
Read MoreWhat are you going to wear for Trick-or-Treat? This cowl! The Halloween Houndstooth cowl is a quick knit using the perfect two colors of Baa Baa Bulky yarn. This generous cowl will keep you looking festive and staying warm while you're handing out candy or taking that little cutie around the block
Read MoreEmbrace your inner hippie and learn a new stitch with the Knit Collage Peace Out Scarf. This pattern features an open twisted stitch design that looks all sorts of fancy but is a cinch to knit. After you cast off, add your own 70s-esque macrame fringe to the scarf ends.
Read MoreAn architectural lace pattern is knit lengthwise, then stitches are then picked up along the side of the border. Short rows are worked in garter stitch to form the body of this crescent-shaped shawl.
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