If you’re getting ready to start a new knitting project, chances are you are considering what cast-on method to use. Often times the pattern does not specify what method to use, and there are many methods to choose from. One of my favorite cast-on methods is the Long Tail Cast On. This particular method provides a neat edge that does not tend to roll and provides a little stretch.
I filmed a short knitting tutorial to help you learn this versatile cast-on method. While a bit fiddly to learn at first, once you get the hang of the steps, this is a fun technique that you’ll come back to time and time again.
Try this technique with these great free knitting patterns:
Once you’re ready to try this method, here are a few cozy winter cowl knitting patterns to try. You’ll be surprised at how quickly you’ll pick up this technique and how much you’ll love the results.
- Two Hour Cowl
- Big Fluffy Brioche Cowl
- Impatience Cowl
- Lily Pad Cowl
- Blue Afternoon Cowl
- Greywacke Cowl
Are there any other techniques you’d like me to demonstrate?
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I have tried to find this tutorial with no success. I was hoping to discover how to accurately gauge the amount of yarn to allow for the cast on. Every time I have tried to use the long tail method, I have had either too little yarn or too much yarn when trying to get the correct number of foundation stitches. I was told allow 1″ per stitch on one site and that was wrong, so I am wondering if u have any tips. Also, can something be done about a search method for the video tutorials? It is impossible to search and way too time consuming to scroll thru every one listed.
I made 10 cast on and I got 7″