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Because a 3-needle bind-off has a k2tog at every point, there’ll always be one side of the bind-off that has two ridges sitting under each bind-off ‘V’ stitch, and those two ridges cause it to lean to one side. With this modified method we reduce that by purling one of the stitches. It doesn’t remove the bias completely, as there is still one stitch that has to passover the other and that leaves a slight ridge on one side. However overall it is more balanced, given that purling one of the stitches puts a ridge on the other side of the bind-off, albeit underneath.
For those of us who like to use a 3-needle bind-off on the right side this method makes a huge difference to the finish of the bind-off and I’m keen to use it more often!
You’ll also notice that it’s much flatter and more refined – ideal for where a 3needle bind-off is needed not only structurally, but decoratively.
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A very big thank you for the flat 3-needle cast-off.
Thank you Woolly. This is a great addition to my knitting skills and your tutorial is very easy to follow. Heading off to pop something in your tip jar.
thank you so much, it’s much appreciated!
I’m glad it’s a helpful tutorial, I do like explaining things and sharing skills 🙂