Knitting basics - How to cast on

Casting on, often abbreviated to CO, forms the basis of every knitting project. Whether you have to cast on 10 stitches or 100 stitches, being able to confidently cast on is an essential skill every knitter needs to master.

Knitting basics - How to make a slip knot

Every great journey has to start somewhere. It's the same with knitting projects. Once you cast on that first stitch, there's no turning back until you have finished your latest master piece. Or, of course, until you end up unravelling it all and starting over. In any case, it's the slip knot you'll need.