Steeks allow you to knit in the round even when the finished item may not be continuous (for example a cardigan, or any garment with armholes). This t-torial suggests one way of casting-on the extra stitches for a steek that takes account of how the steek will be reinforced.
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Marker thread for counting cast-on stitches and joining in the round
Twisted knit half-hitch cast-on
Also known as: German twisted cast-on, Old Norwegian cast-on
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Also known as: Fair Isle, fairisle, stranded colorwork.
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Also known as: Stranded Ribbing, Cartridge Rib, Corrugated Rib, Two-colour Basque
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Also known as: Swatching for circular knitting.
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Basic stranded cast-off
Also known as: Basic stranded bind-off.
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Also known as: Gauge swatch cast-on, Provisional cast on
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