Bind off knitting

Learn how to knit a stretchy bind-off. Here's a selection of 5 methods that can be used whenever your need a flexible, elastic bind-off edge with a lot of give.

Normally, you bind off the last two stitches the regular way, and then you break the working yarn and pull out the last loop all the way. This will create a knot. While it is entirely secure, you often create an ear because the edge stitches are a bit too loose. That’s because there is nothing to anchor them on the left side. I will show you How to bind off/ cast off the last stitch in knitting and make it look neater.

Learn how to finish your knitting with a basic bind-off. The basic bind-off is the most common bind-off method, it is fast and easy to knit. This method creates a firm and neat edge.

Learn how to bind off in pattern in this step-by-step knitting tutorial. Binding off in pattern creates a neat and seamless edge that adds polish to your project! #sheepandstitch #bindoff #knitting

The Russian Bind Off is an efficient way of finishing your knitting fabric. Instead of passing stitches over each other, this cast off technique knits the stitches together, making it quick and easy.

Cast off knitting methods including how to do a stretchy bind off, a three-needle bind off, an I cord bind off, a tubular bind off and a picot bind off. #howtoknit #castoff #knitting #beginnerknitting #bindoff

Continue your knitting education with this great Learn to Knit stitch dictionary, with everything from k2tog to the loop stitch!

How to Cast Off Knitting Stitches for Beginning Knitters by Studio Knit