Learn how to work the Picot Bind off to add interest to your knitwear. This decorative edging is easy to achieve and creates a lovely finish for shawls, sweater hems and more!
Written Steps
Step 1: With RS facing, using the knitted cast-on method, cast on 2 stitches.
Step 2: Bind off 4 stitches.
Step 3: Slide the stitch from R needle onto L needle.
Repeat Steps 1-3 until 1 stitch remains. Pull tail through the final stitch.
The Picot Bind Off creates a playful edge and is more elastic than a traditional bind off — try it as an alternative to the Icelandic Bind Off or other stretchy bind off of your choice.
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