How to knit a stretchy cast-on [10 easy methods for all projects]

Comparing the stretchiest cast-ons in knitting and the important theory behind it ► Read the full post here: https://nimble-needles.com/stitches/the-stretchiest-cast-ons-in-knitting/ ► Support me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/nimbleneedlez This video is a knitting masterclass on cast-ons. It will help you understand how they work and how you can manipulate them to achieve stretchier cast-on edges. By comparing it to the longtail cast-on as a benchmark, you can easily find the technique that's best for your next project. The stretchiness of a cast-on will depend on your needle size and your tension but, of course, also on the technique. By combining two different techniques for one edge, you can explore virtually endless opportunities. 0:00 Introduction to the stretchiest cast-ons 1:01 The benchmark: Longtail cast-on 3:56 The longtail cast-on around two needles 6:46 The 2-needle cast-on 11:44 The German twisted cast-on 14:47 The knitted cast-on 17:23 The cable cast-on 19:46 The Italian cast-on 23:44 Slip knot cast-on 28:29 Alternating different cast-ons 37:20 Last thoughts ►Link to my second channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDUgpVfqgFHcFGq-AkhktoQ ► Link to my Patreon account: https://www.patreon.com/nimbleneedlez ► Buy my patterns here: https://bit.ly/3aBRdzs ►Visit my blog for a free knitting school: https://nimble-needles.com/learn-to-knit-for-beginners/ ►Subscribe to my newsletter for a free pattern & regular updates: https://nimble-needles.com/newslette