Uploaded December 2022 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
This tutorial demonstrates how to cast on stitches using the alternate cable cast on method. This technique is ideal for edging ribbing - such as on cuffs and waistbands - because it blends in with the rib pattern and provides a stable and quite stretchy edge.
I will show you the normal method first, and then I will show you an improved method. This improved version eliminates the slip knot in the edge, uses a decrease to sharpen up one of the corners so it matches the other, and it allows the finished edge to ONLY consist of cable cast-on stitches (rather than stitches made with the knitted cast on for example).
I hope you find this video helpful!
00:00 Normal Method
07:40 Improved Method
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This tutorial demonstrates how to cast on stitches using the alternate cable cast on method. This technique is ideal for edging ribbing - such as on cuffs and waistbands - because it blends in with the rib pattern and provides a stable and quite stretchy edge.
I will show you the normal method first, and then I will show you an improved method. This improved version eliminates the slip knot in the edge, uses a decrease to sharpen up one of the corners so it matches the other, and it allows the finished edge to ONLY consist of cable cast-on stitches (rather than stitches made with the knitted cast on for example).
I hope you find this video helpful!
00:00 Normal Method
07:40 Improved Method
_________________________________________________________
If you would like to browse craft products that I use in my videos or that I otherwise recommend, please take a look at my Amazon recommendations page:
amazon.co.uk/shop/rokoleediy
Note that this page contains affiliate links so I receive a small commission on any sales made through this page, thank you :)
If you would like to buy me a ‘coffee’ to support my channel, you can do so here:
ko-fi.com/G2G89EXL
Any support is hugely appreciated and helps me to cover websites fees, material costs and other expenses related to creating videos. Thanks very much!
