Knitting Resources
I started this blog because I would spend hours searching the internet for how-tos, patterns, tips, ideas, etc. I think I spend more time looking for what I wanted to do than it took to make the project a lot of times.
Cast On Techniques
There are quite a few ways to cast on for knitting. Each method has its advantages, so it’s good to know how to be able to cast on in different ways. Since everyone learns in different ways, I’ve linked to different methods to learn. I tend to learn best by reading the steps and then watching a task being performed.
Long Tail Cast On
Useful for an edge that needs some stretch.
- Written out description of how to long tail cast on from Jill Wolcott
- Nice and slow-paced short video demonstration from iknitwithcatfur
- Comprehensive instructional video with explanations, and not just a demonstration with Knit with Hannah
- Variation of the long tail cast on using only your thumb from Sheep & Stitch
Cable Cast On
Twilled edge with just a little stretch
- Written instructions with pictures of the cable cast on from Love Life Yarn
- Short video demonstrating cable cast on from Studio Knit
- Comprehensive instructions with a slow motion video from VeryPink Knits