How to Cast On Using the Backward Loop Method

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Summary: The backward loop method of casting on is the easiest cast-on. This video makes it even easier because you can see it being done!

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Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Step 1

Select yarn and knitting needle. You only need one needle to practice this cast-on.
Step 2

Make a slip knot and slip it onto the knitting needle.
Step 3

Follow the instructions on the video for this easy cast-on method, the backward loop method.

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bigblueice said

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on 8/29/2009 thanks, helped me finish a sweater I am working on. Very good camera angle. I would try to do one entire sequence in slow motion so you can see how you twist the yarn; it took me a couple views to figure it out.