MONDAY, OCTOBER 26
5-8 PM
Different projects benefit from different techniques in casting on and binding off: sometimes you need a firm bind-off, and sometimes a stretchy one. Sometimes you want to cast on provisionally, or using two colors, or in ribbing. In this class we'll explore new ways to cast on and bind-off and share tips to improve your technique on your old favorites. Learn how the long tail cast on can work in knit and purl, how to keep your bind-offs from drawing in, and an easier way to cast on for toe-up socks.
Level: Advanced beginner/intermediate. Students should be able to cast on, bind off, knit and purl.
Supplies: About 30 yards of worsted weight yarn and compatible-size (US 7-9) needles OR your preferred weight yarn and matching needles, at least 36 inches of the same weight of yarn in a contrasting color, scissors, stitch markers, a tapestry needle.
Homework: Cast on 100 stitches. Working flat, knit 4 rows in garter stitch. Leave the stitches live, either on a spare set of needles or on a stitch holder, with a tail that is at least 5 times the width of the swatch.