Thanks so much for this video. I've never made socks but decided to join a MAL for socks in Feb. I've had such a time getting the first row nice & snug but was having such a batlle getting it right. I was almost ready to call it quits but after watching thia video I've got it right! Thank you😊
The reason I do it is because it makes for a very smooth join. I find when I don't cast on that extra stitch, there's a little dip between the first and last stitches. It's purely a personal preference though. Sometimes I can't be bothered with that extra step because for something like a sock that won't get much visibility, a tiny imperfection makes no difference☺ Great question! Thanks for asking it.
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You're very talented, very soothing and you videos are very informative! Glad to have found you! Keep up the great work! ❤️❤️❤️
Thank you very much! I’m happy to share my knitting knowledge to help spread a love of this craft❤
Thanks so much for this video. I've never made socks but decided to join a MAL for socks in Feb. I've had such a time getting the first row nice & snug but was having such a batlle getting it right. I was almost ready to call it quits but after watching thia video I've got it right! Thank you😊
Yay!!! I'm so glad you were finally able to get it. Have fun knitting the rest of your socks--and thank you for the nice comment! ☺
@henliahandmade5983 thank you!❤️
What is the reason for casting on the extra stitch and then moving it to back needle? Why not just cast on 64 sts.?
The reason I do it is because it makes for a very smooth join. I find when I don't cast on that extra stitch, there's a little dip between the first and last stitches. It's purely a personal preference though. Sometimes I can't be bothered with that extra step because for something like a sock that won't get much visibility, a tiny imperfection makes no difference☺ Great question! Thanks for asking it.
Thank you for the info, makes sense. I’m going to try it 😊
@@dianeoconnell3686I hope it works out well for you 😊