Cast On, Bind Off: 54 Step-By-Step Methods; Find the Perfect Start and Finish for Every Knitting Project

Discover the perfect beginning and ending for every knitting project! This one-of-a-kind reference presents more than 50 ways to cast on and bind off, creating edges that are tighter, looser, stretchier, lacier, longer-lasting, prettier--whatever your project needs, you'll find it here. Detailed instructions for each technique are combined with step-by-step photography so that nothing is left to chance. At-a-glance charts identify the best cast on or bind off for various types of knitting, as well as cast on/bind off pairs that work well together. This indispensable guide will ensure that all of your knitting projects are polished and pleasing, from start to finish!

"This excellent reference guide tackles two important parts of the knitting process: beginnings and endings. Knitting teacher and fiber artist Bestor turns this deceptively simple topic into a fascinating read. Full of clear instructions and copious color photographs, this book details 33 cast on and 21 cast off methods, and offers suggestions for matching technique to knitting project. The cast on techniques are divided into the useful categories of basic, stretchy, decorative, circular, double-sided, multicolor, provisional, tubular, and Möbius, and the bind offs are divided into basic, stretchy, decorative, and sewn. Each cast on and bind off technique has user-friendly bullet points that describe the technique's 'Characteristics,' as well as what it's 'Good For.' There are also clever sidebars throughout called 'Getting It Right,' which offer great insider tips for finessing and perfecting each technique. This is a great reference for the knitter looking to customize her own projects, and is an ideal companion for anyone who dares to try her own hand at design. (June)" Publishers Weekly Copyright PWxyz, LLC. All rights reserved.

Elegant Edges for All Your Knitting Projects

If you're still using the cast-on and bind-off methods you learned when you began knitting, it's time to explore new possibilities! Leslie Ann Bestor's creative edges are just what you need to begin and end every project with flair.

Choose from among 33 cast ons and 21 bind offs to give your next project the perfect edge.

Leslie Ann Bestor is a knitting teacher and manager at WEBS, America's Yarn Store. Many of her designs have been featured in books and magazines. She lives in western Massachusetts.

Introduction: Beginnings and Endings
Quick Start Guide

Part One: Cast Ons
Basic
Stretchy
Decorative
Circular
Double-Sided
Multicolor
Provisional
Tubular
Mobius

Part Two: Bind Offs
Basic
Stretchy
Decorative
Sewn

Resources
Acknowledgments
Index