Cast On Thumb Method Long-Tail for Beginning Knitters

This Cast On Thumb Method helps you easily begin knitting stitches for right-handed knitters.

THIS IS THE RIGHT-HANDED VERSION: With 5 easy steps, see exactly how to begin casting on any knitting project with this thumb version, giving you attractive edges with a bit of stretch. This is a variation on the basic Long-Tail technique, without the need to learn the traditional slingshot hold.

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HELPFUL VIDEO CHAPTER TIMESTAMPS
0:00 Introduction to the Cast On Thumb Method
0:40 Yarn Tail and Slip Knot
1:02 Step 1 - Wrap Yarn Around Thumb
1:46 Step 2 - Insert Needle Under Thumb Loop
2:07 Step 3 - Wrap Working Yarn Around Needle
2:24 Step 4 - Pass Thumb Loop Over Needle Tip
2:45 Step 5 - Pull Strands to Tighten Stitch
3:43 Knit Stitch Pattern Book by Kristen McDonnell
4:24 Well Wishes

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Video developed, written, filmed, and produced by Kristen McDonnell of Studio Knit, LLC.

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[studioknit]

Hello and happy knitting! I hope this little technique video is helpful to you today!

[brigettebell]

I’m a super beginner. I need all the help I can get lol. Thank you for being here and sharing your talent. I love your channel. Your a great teacher

[jenniferfatzinger]

This is my favorite cast on technique. It is much better for me.

[alittlebitofkyra]

This is the method I was taught. Thank you for the videos you post it has helped me greatly in my knitting techniques x ☺️

[sanamarachly]

This was very helpful and you're awesome at explaining, thank you so much dear

[BrookeRubin]

Yes yes yes this is the way I learned how to cast on. I couldn't do the other one that you do. Casting on was always my Achilles heel and now I'm good with this method 👍

[debracubitt]

Thank you Kristen Your videos are excellent They are clear concise easy to follow and easy to see You are appreciated!

[zara-hope]

I knitted a wool needle fold over pin cushion.

[bellabee]

Thank you, this is a great technique for casting on! You taught me how to knit properly (instead of just knitting garter stitch scarves because that was all I could do) two years ago and when I bought your book it was a real eye opener for me. You make knitting far less complicated and more fun, and because of you all my loved ones received cowls and snoods in an array of patterns for Christmas last year ❤️. I even made a blanket for myself ☺️ Keep up the good work! Suzy x

[deborahcherry]

I use this method all the time, by far the best

[karenstephens]

So glad your here! Been a customer for a while now. Love your pattern book. I could really use some help with my bind off. It is always to tight. Any video on that would be great. I tend to knit and crochet on the tight side. Thanks

[geraldinealexander]

Love this cast on, I did it the old style. Thank you

[laniwells]

I have been knitting for over 40 years, and the cast on method I use is similar to what you use except I just wrap the yarn around my thumb once and then put the stitch on the needle. To me it's easier than doing it in the videos shown on you tube.

[sharon]

I've just joined your channel and I've found this casting on thumb method really great for a beginner. I've ordered some needles and yarn which have yet to arrive.
I was so eager to start knitting after viewing some of your videos and having no proper equipment I decided to try with a pair of bamboo chopsticks and some butchers string which I find isn't easy to knit with as there is zero elasticity in the butcher's string.
However, the advantage is I am getting some practice in and developing my muscle memory until my yarn and needles arrive!

[hashimabeera]

Wow mam it's very easy nd wonderful method for bigner

[marciamoody]

Thank you so much for this video! I am a beginner knitter & realized I was leaving out the final steps resulting in a loose unattractive cast on. Your videos are great. If I want to learn any new stitch I always look for your videos first. You are the best!

[izziedoradora]

Thank you. So much easier than long tail cast on.

[wintersneddon]

So I followed along but I don’t really know if I am doing it right but after I cast on my stitch at least i think I now have three loops on the needle is that right?

[karendoughty]

I see the Knit Stitch eBook for purchase but not a printed copy. How do I get the color booklet?

[debbieholmes]

Thats how i was taught 56ish years ago.