Cast-On & Bind-Off Knitting Workshop video
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Kate is a professional technical editor and a seasoned designer and teacher. Her first book, Beyond Knit & Purl , has been praised as the 21st century "Knitting for Anarchists" book, and her second book, Knit Accessories: Essentials & Variations , was published in late 2012 to great acclaim. Kate regularly teaches at stores and events across North America, including Vogue... Full bio »

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Different types of knitting projects need different types of edges -- some edges need to be stretchy, some extra-sturdy and others decorative. Various edges are achieved by working different cast-ons and bind-offs. In this class, you'll learn 9 essential casting-on and binding off techniques step-by-step, and also learn when to use each one.

In this class you'll learn:
  • How to make a perfect slip knot
  • How to work the cable cast-on, long-tail cast-on and backward-loop cast-on
  • How to work the standard bind-off, suspended bind-off, k2tog bind-off, lace bind-off and three-needle bind-off
  • How to bind off in pattern
  • When to use each of these methods to achieve edges that are stretchy, tight, extra-durable or decorative
Join expert Kate Atherley in this Annie's video class, Cast-On & Bind-Off Knitting Workshop: 9 Essential Techniques, and add these important methods to your set of knitting skills.

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