How to Long-Tail Cast-On

One of the most common cast-on methods is surely the long-tail cast-on. The edge is stable, without being terribly stretchy, making it perfect for anything from sweater hems, scarf edges, and mitten cuffs. Watch our video tutorial embedded below, or the PDF tutorial linked after, if you prefer to print your instructions.

Materials Needed:

  • knitting needles
  • yarn (any weight) 
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