Cast On, Bind Off (57 page)

This is a variation
on the Lace Bind Off (
page 168
). The effect is very similar and it creates an elastic edge that is good for lace, sock tops, necks, and cuffs.

CHARACTERISTICS

• Elastic edge, a bit stretchier than the Lace Bind Off

GOOD FOR

• Lace

• Stretchy necks

• Cuffs of socks

• Top-down mittens or hats

Work the first 2 stitches.

Slip the stitches purlwise back to the left-hand needle.

Work these 2 stitches together through the back loops.

Work the next stitch.

Repeat steps 2–4 until 2 stitches remain. Knit those stitches together through the back loops. Cut the yarn and pull it through the last loop.

This bind off
creates a very flexible, neat edge. It is commonly used for lace projects where you want a lot of stretch to open up the lace patterns when blocking. It is a little trickier to work than the Lace or Elastic bind offs; try it to see if the resultant edge is worth the effort for your project.

CHARACTERISTICS

• Elastic edge

GOOD FOR

• Lace

• Rolled necklines

Knit the first stitch.