Picot Edge Cast Off
This knitted
edging makes a pretty finish for a feminine look.
1. To start - knit 2 stitches, pass first stitch over second stitch, as you would for a cast off stitch.
2. Pass the stitch from the right hand needle back over to the left hand needle.
3. Make two stitches onto the left hand needle by making backward loops.
4. Cast off four stitches.
Repeat instructions, 2, 3, 4 as required.

Ready to begin picot cast off edge.

1. Knit 2 stitches, pass first stitch over second stitch, as you would for a cast off stitch.

2. Pass the stitch from the right hand needle back over to the left hand needle.

3. Make two stitches onto the left hand needle by making backward loops.

Picture shows first stitch passed back onto left needle with the two new stitches made by backward loops.

4. Cast off four stitches

Continue instructions 2, 3, 4 as required.
Enjoy!
Thanks for sharing-it makes a very pretty edge.I love the dark grey yarn too-it's becoming one of my favorite colors lately :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a great idea!!! Gonna try that with some fingerless gloves!
ReplyDeleteThank you! these are great instructions - will definitely have a go
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The picot edge is really different easily explained as well. Nice post
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing how to do this edging. Your photos of each stage are perfect. I'm using it to finish off a cardigan for my daughter and I'm sure she will love it.
ReplyDeleteHy!! Thanks for the tutorial!!
ReplyDeleteThanks for this clear inayruction. Using it now for a shawl I'm finishing.
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