How to Cast on in the Middle of Your Work :: Knitting Tip :: Right Handed

DESCRIPTION

There are a few times you will encounter in a pattern that you will need to cast on in the middle of your work. This means you'll be adding stitches after your beginning cast on. This technique has a few applications, including making buttonholes. Knitting on the cast on, like we do in this tutorial, makes for a stronger edge than a backwards loop cast on.

MATERIALS USED

Lion Brand Yarn Woolspun - Taupe

Clover Takumi Bamboo Needles

CREDITS

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[sharonyandle]

I would have spent the rest of my life trying to figure this out before ever thinking about turning the needles around. Thank you!

[marlenecady]

Thank you for this quick tutorial; it was the instruction that I needed for the thumb gusset in a mitten.

[bevgibson]

This was SUCH a big help! It never occurred to me to turn my work around when I added the stitches. Thank SO much!

[RoseOriginals]

Wow, this is the first time that I actual understand the process. Thank you!!!

[joycejenkins]

Been knitting for 68 years and did not know this method. So much neater than my old way. Thank you.

[viv]

Thanks. I was stuck on a pattern and couldn't figure out how to have the right amount of stitches at the end of the row. Very clear to follow.

[bethh]

Thank you, Johnny, for this video on adding stitches in the middle of the work. I am working on a piece that requires the binding off of 26 stitches in the middle of knitting in the round, and the next row casting on 26 stitches. And, oh, by the way, it is 2x2 rib, so I had to get the ribs to line up. I did figure it out after watching this video. Great instructor!

[vanessariley]

Thank you so much! That was so clear! I also prefer the knit on method of casting on so this made much more sense to me the way you did it. I’ve been through about 5 other videos trying to find one that was clear, concise & easy to follow & I found it in yours 😁 My pattern didn’t explain HOW to cast on in the middle, just that it needed to be done, so thanks again for the great explanation.

[jfdc]

This is the BEST tutorial I've seen for adding on mid-row! Thank you so much!!

[transmeeshax]

I didn’t increase enough in my top-down raglan jacket I am making so I figured out how much more ease I needed at my underarms and tried this method. It looks great and it sure beat having to rip back 10+ rows of intricate cable work just to add an extra 8 sts either side. I’m very happy with this technique.

[sarahburden]

The tip to turn your work really helped me. I was trying to create a sleeve for a sweater, and I had this weird loop in my cast on stitches. You were the first video out of three to explain that. It made all difference!

[ruthcrist]

I love the turn the work backwards method looks even better

[stephaniemcmurry]

This was a lifesaver! Could not figure out how to do this until I found your video. Without this video I could not have finished my project.

[carolr]

Very nice tutorial. For buttonholes, I like an even stronger edge, so I do a cable knit CO.

[lottisintellect]

You are the absolute best teacher! Thank you.

[coldplaylouise]

Thank you soooo much !! I watched loads of other videos and it wasn't turning out right, and I watched this and turns out The trick was turning my work around and then casting on....so thank you so showing me the right way !!!

[sbarr]

Definitely trying this on the mittens I am knitting. Thanks!

[lorettarambo]

I learned something new about how to cast on. I really like his goofiness too!!!

[jillmyer]

Thank you for the dance at the end - that just made my whole day!!

[juliet]

Johnny you are the best!! Thank you for your patient instructions. You are why I am still clikin along trying to learn new sts and try to knit something besides a blanket square or a hat. 💗 you, your wife is a lucky lady.