Knitting Daily TV, Episode 412 – On the Edge (Download)

Description

In this episode of Knitting Daily TV you are taken to the edge – that is, the perfect finish or edge for your cuffs or hems. Edgings can create a signature look to any knit or crochet project.

Back to Basics:
Eunny demonstrates a variety of knitted edgings. Download tips and tricks for better knitting from guests and experts on Series 400.

Designer Spotlight:
Knitwear designerTheresa Schabes join Eunny on location and demonstrates a unique double-knit, double-sided reversible scarf that begins by casting on from the scarf’s i-cord edging. Download Theresa Schabes’ (Almost) Double Knit Scarf from Interweave Knits Gifts 2009 issue.

Crochet Corner:
Kristin shows some of the important first steps of finishing a crochet project, from weaving in loose ends and simple joining methods to fastening off. Download the Newborn Layette pattern from Coats and Clark and Redheart Yarns.

How-To:
Barry Klein from Trendsetter Yarns and Laura Bryant from Prism Arts, Inc. show how cast on edges are the beginning to a successful garment. They’ll offer instructions for a long-tail cast on, knit-on cast on, and a unique two-color cast-on with one stitch done in each color yarn. Download Tips for Casting-On: Tubular Cast-on. Also, download the Kid’s Neck Down Pullover pattern seen on this episode.