Whenever we want to give a special treatment to a cast-on edge of our project, the i-cord cast on is almost always a good method to use. It is a simple way to form a neat cast on edge that doesn’t stretch out and keeps the stockinette fabric from curling.
We’ve already discussed how to use this method when we work back and forth (if you missed that tutorial, click here). But how do we add this beautiful i-cord edging to necklines of top-down sweaters, hats, cowls and other seamless projects?
That’s what this tutorial is all about.
To match this look when you bind off stitches of your project, use the i-cord bind off method and then join the ends of the bind off edge using the steps described over here.
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If you enjoyed this tutorial,
here’s something else you might find helpful:
“Neat Side Edges” Book
Learn twelve ways to make side edges of a knitted project nice and tidy. Plus, ways to fix side edges, and a way to improve edges of finished projects.
Happy knitting!
