Does long tail cast on count as a row?

Because of the fact that the long tail cast on is really a variation of a backwards loop cast on with the first row already worked, it often counts as both the cast on and the first (right side) row. However, when this is not practical for the project at hand and the cast is not counted as the first row.

Does casting on count as a row?

The cast on doesn't count as a row. But it's easier to count all the rows in the worked fabric, below the needle, and just not count the loops on the needle.

Does knitted cast on count as a row?

Contrary to popular belief (and contrary to how the name sounds), a knitted cast on does not create a full row of knitting–then don't even get me started about the eloop (or backwards loop) cast on. So now you can go back to your knitting group and dazzle them with just how much you can “overthink” about your knitting!

What is considered a row in knitting?

Left to right on a needle is one row. a row is made up of however many stitches. As you knit, you create row after row stacked on top of each other, so counting rows is counting the number in that stack. Hope that helps you.

Is the cast on stitch the first row?

The cast on stitches are on the left needle, so just knit the first row and there won't be any bumps.

Longtail Cast On for Beginners

What is the point of a long tail cast on?

The long tail cast on serves to cast on stitches onto the needles and it results in a very flexible rim. It works well in projects where you knit in stockinette stitch or rib stitch at the beginning. In addition, it results in a rim that is both consistent and beautiful.

What does every following 4th row mean in knitting?

To do something every fourth row means that you're working a four-row pattern, and one of those is a decrease row. So it goes like this: Work that initial decrease row. Then work a four-row pattern with a decrease at the end (three even rows, then decrease row).

What is the difference between long tail cast on and regular cast on?

You can ONLY use a long-tail cast-on to START a knitting project, because when you're in the middle of a project, you only have one strand of yarn available to you. If you need to cast on in the middle of a project, you can always do a short-tail cast-on, in other words, a cast-on that requires only one strand of yarn.

Is long tail cast on the same as thumb cast on?

Yes! The result from the Thumb Method is identical to the Long-Tail Cast On. This technique uses your left thumb to more easily wrap your yarn than the traditional Slingshot hold.

How long should tail be for long tail cast on?

A good rule of thumb for figuring out the length of the yarn tail needed is three times the length of the row width (or, if working circularly, the round circumference). For example, if your piece measures 6 inches wide, your tail should measure at least 18 inches.

Does slip knot count as first cast on stitch?

This little knot is like an anchor for your cast on or crochet chain. It can even be used to start a bracelet! In knitting, the slip knot counts as the first stitch of the cast on. That means that by tying a slipknot, you've cast on your first stitch!

How many rows make a garter ridge?

Each "ridge" is actually two rows of knitting. So, for example, in the Garter Stitch sample pictured, there are four ridges of yellow, which is eight rows of knitting.

What does ending with a RS row mean?

If your pattern tells you to end on a RS row, your final row would start with the tail on the right-hand side. Wrong-side = tail on the left. Here is an example of a wrong-side row. This time, the tail of your work will fall on the left-hand side of your work.

What does every 3rd row mean in knitting?

On the sleeve cap of your pattern, you may see instructions to decrease every 2nd or every 3rd right side row. This is another way of telling you to decrease every 4th row or every 6th row, more commonly used on sleeve cap directions.

What does end with a row 1 mean in knitting?

This means that on Row 1, which is the right side of the piece (RS), you will knit all 12 stitches on the needle. Then for Row 2, the wrong side (WS) of the piece, you will purl every stitch. The pattern may now say: Rep Rows 1 and 2 until piece measures 4” from the beginning, ending with a WS row.

Which cast on method is best?

The long tail cast-on is one of the most common cast-on methods. This is because it's extremely versatile. While it helps create an even edge (something that can sometimes be difficult to create with the single cast-on method), it's also a great cast-on to use on projects in which you may want a fairly elastic edging.

Does long tail cast on use more yarn?

Lily Chin, who is the master of the clever knitting shortcut, says to be extra sure you have enough yarn for your cast on, make the long tail three times the width of your finished project, plus 10 percent.

Why use thumb method of casting on?

In this method, you use your thumb to make loops in the long tail through which you draw your working yarn to form stitches. This is a great all-purpose cast on with a good deal of stretch to it. It's ideal for lace work or projects made in a fine weight of yarn.