Matching Cast-Ons and Bind-Offs
About Matching Cast-Ons and Bind-Offs with Ann Budd
In this two-hour class you’ll learn four stable and elastic cast-ons and their matching bind-offs—Crochet Chain Cast-On/Standard Bind-Off; Channel Island Cast-On/Channel Island Bind-Off; Judy’s Magic Cast-On/Kitchener Stitch “Bind-Off; Invisible (Tubular) K1, P1 Rib Cast-On/Invisible (Tubular) K1, P1 Rib Bind-Off. These techniques will give you the same look at the two ends of scarves, the hem and neck edges of sweaters, the two edges of a circular cowl, and the toes and cuffs of socks knitted from the toe up or top down. They will also give you plenty of options the next time you cast on a project. An illustrated handout of the various techniques will be provided.
This Fiber Arts Seminar is offered as part of the 2021 Maryland Sheep and Wool Festival and is limited to 20 students.
Class Materials Needed
If you’d like to practice the techniques demonstrated, you’ll need worsted-weight yarn, size U.S. 7 (4.5 mm) knitting needles, size G/6 (4.25 mm) crochet hook, about 24” (61 cm) of smooth cotton waste yarn, tapestry needle, and seven homework swatches.
Homework
You will need worsted-weight yarn, size U.S. 7 (4.5 mm) needles, and 7 stitch holders. Knit a total of seven (7) swatches for the bind-off techniques.
Matching Cast-Ons and Bind-Offs Swatch Instructions
Knit four (4) swatches in stockinette stitch: Cast on 12 stitches and work in stockinette stitch (knit right-side rows; purl wrong-side rows) until piece measures about 2” (5 cm), ending with a wrong-side (purl) row. Cut yarn, leaving a 24” (60 cm) tail, unless you plan to use contrasting yarn for the bind-off, in which case, leave just a 6” (15 cm) tail. Place stitches on holder.
Knit three (3) swatches in k1, p1 rib: Cast on 12 stitches and work in k1, p1 rib (be sure to start each row with k1) until piece measures about 2” (5 cm). Cut yarn, leaving a 24” (60 cm) tail, unless you plan to use contrasting yarn for the bind-off, in which case, leave just a 6” (15 cm) tail. Place stitches on holder.
Bring swatches, knitting needles, tapestry needle, and contrasting yarn (if desired) to class.
Skill Level
Advanced beginner. Must know at least one way to cast on and bind off, and how to knit and purl
When
Single session on Thursday, April 29, at 2 pm ET | 11 am PT | 18:00 UTC.
Enrolled students receive 30-day access to the video recordings of the class.
Ann Budd
After rejecting a short career as a geologist, Ann Budd fully embraced her passion for knitting. She worked as an editor for Interweave Press for more than 20 years and is now a freelance editor, teacher, and designer.
How It Works
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Since 2013, Lessonface has connected more than 10,000 students with over 2,000 great teachers for live music & language, and arts lessons online, delivering on our mission to help students achieve their goals while treating teachers equitably. We are thrilled to be delivering the Fiber Arts Seminars for the Maryland Sheep and Wool Festival.