A variation of the long tail cast on which is a bit firmer, yet still elastic. A great choice for socks, sweaters and cuff edges. You will love its clean edge line.
Category: Video Lessons
Knit Purl Hunter video lessons are listed below in alphabetical order. Just click on the post title to view the video.
Grandma’s Favorite Bind Off (Loose Bind Off)
Try this simple bind off that is perfect for scarves, afghans, neck edges and curved pieces. Makes a nice crochet-like edge to aid in seaming.
Gusset (Magic Loop Method)
Pick up stitches for the gusset using the magic loop method. Many knitters get a little “turned around” after the turn heel. Stay tuned to the “Gusset” video and you will glide right on down your sock in record time!
Heel Flap – Magic Loop Method
You know I am a huge fan of the magic loop and this video will have you moving from the leg to the heel flap in a snap. Sometimes this transition causes a bit of a brain cramp trying to remember which way to turn those slick needles. Now just stay tuned to the video and you will be on your way to creating some sock magic of your own!
Hemmed Picot Edge
Add a darling trim to sock cuffs, sleeves and sweater hems with this simple technique. No finishing is required as the hemming is completed as you knit!
Horizontal Seam (Overcast Stitch)
Create a horizontal seam using the Overcast Stitch – sometimes referred to as the Whip Stitch.
This seam lies flat and is simple to do! The Overcast Stitch is used in Building Blocks for the horizontal seams between the squares.
I – cord Bind Off
A reversible bind off that adds an I-cord edge as the stitches are bound off.
I-cord
An I-cord is a knitted tube that can be used for straps, edges and even the top of a hat. Follow along with this video that demonstrates how to make an I-cord with double points or the magic loop. I like to knit a baby hat as a newborn gift using my leftover sock yarn. I knit the entire hat from cast on to I-cord without double points by using the magic loop method. It’s quick and adorable!