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Cast-on

How to Undo a Provisional Cast On

We understand that undoing a provisional cast-on is a terrifying process for some, especially if this is the first time you are trying the technique.

Today Carol is back on the blog walking us through undoing a provisional cast-on. Sit back and watch as she calmly unpicks the crochet cast on, pops the live stitches back on the working needle leaving you ready for your next steps and all in under 3 minutes.

Please note that this video is part of our Dacite Project Workshop series. You can find more information on our project workshop and some FAQ links below.

SOME THINGS YOU MIGHT BE WONDERING ABOUT:

If this post has piqued your interest in Dacite, you can find the pattern here.

This is the link you need if you would like a virtual knitting buddy while you make your own Dacite. You’ll find 30+ videos, to take you step-by-step from cast on to finishing so you never have to knit alone again.

For those of you who are yarn spotting while you are here, the yarn and colourway used in the video above and is our Nua Worsted in Sea Veggies.

We hope this helps demystify the provisional cast-on process a little bit. If you would like to learn more, we have an extensive free tutorial base for those quick FAQ here.

A few more notes on a provisional cast-on. If your cast-on is all one stitch (all knit or all purl) this crochet chain will unzip nice and neatly. However if you have knit and purl stitches alternating (like ribbing) you will find that the yarn is twisted around the stitch where it changes. Don’t worry, you haven’t done anything wrong, you will just need to unravel the yarn (or snip the waste yarn) and carry on!

Read more about knitting cast on methods.

Learn to Knit: How to Work the Backwards Loop Cast-On

Learn one of the most basic of all cast-ons, the Backward loop cast on with this step by step tutorial by Carol Feller

Learn to Knit: Italian Cast-On

If you need a very stretchy ribbed cast-on then the Italian Cast-On is what you're looking for!

This is the idea cast-on for Brioche as it perfectly mimics the brioche rib. You can even do a two colour version by using different colour strands for each side of the yarn.

 

Read more about knitting cast on methods.

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Learn to Knit: Twisted German Cast-On

In this knitting tutorial, learn to work a German Twisted Cast On | Great for any edging you need with a bit of stretch, for the edge of shawls and even Brioche.

Learn to Knit: How to Work a Cable Cast-On

In this cable cast on knitting tutorial, I'll show you how to knit the cable cast on - a tidy cast on that gives a neat, 'cable line' edge.

Learn to Knit: Judy's Magic Cast-On

In this knitting tutorial, learn how to work Judy's Magic Cast-On. I found it easier to understand this cast on visually so I put together this short video.

Learn to Knit: Long Tail Cast-On

There are a couple of different ways to work the Long Tail Cast-On. I've got 2 videos showing the standard method and the Thumb Method.

Learn to Knit: Jeny's Stretchy Cast-On

In this knitting tutorial, learn how to work Jeny's stretchy cast on. If you want a super stretchy cast on for the edge of your work this is a good one to start with.

Learn to Knit: Provisional Cast-On - Invisible Method

Provisional Cast-On Tutorial - Invisible Method 

This method of casting on provisionally is really fast. Once you learn the technique the stitches will fly onto the needles! It is possible to substitute a circular needle for the waste yarn and create your provisional cast on directly onto the needle with no need for waste yarn. Remember with this cast on method when you begin working in the second direction with the provisional cast on every other stitch will be mounted backwards.

  • Tie waste yarn and working yarn together.
  • Hold knot in your right hand to start.
  • Wrap waste yarn around your left index finger.
  • Wrap working yarn around left thumb.
  • Drop left needle tip between both yarns, scoop front yarn from underneath to the front to put a loop onto the needle.
  • Lift needle up behind the back waste yarn, bring it under the waste yarn and under the working yarn at front.
  • Scoop working yarn onto needle and bring up under the waste yarn.
  • Repeat these steps until you have enough stitches on your needle.

Why not give this technique a try in the following patterns: 

   

 Read more about Provisional Cast On Methods.

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Learn to Knit: Long Tail Beaded Cast-On

If you want to begin your work with a beaded cast on this method is a fast and simple way to add beads. You need to begin with your beads pre-strung on your work and then you add them between your cast on stitches as frequently as you'd like. A similar method could be used for a variety of cast-ons, just sitting your beads between the stitches.

Why not try this technique in the following pattern: 

Read more about knitting cast on methods.

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Learn to Knit: How to Work the Alternating Cable Cast-On

Learn to knit the alternating cable cast on. It is a wonderful cast on to use with 1x1 (knit 1, purl 1) ribbing. It creates a smooth continuous edge and makes an excellent substitution for a tubular cast on. It alternated between knit and purl cast-on stitches. It can easily be modified for any type of ribbed cast-on you need.

Learn to Knit: Knitted Cast-On

In this knitting tutorial, learn how to work the Knitted Cast-On. This is a very basic cast-on. If you can knit you will be able to work it without a problem.

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