Peggy's Stretchy Bind-Off

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This bind-off was originally attributed to "Peggy" by the "socknitters" online group.

In this bind-off, the "M1" is never actually knit, so it doesn't make a stitch that will add bulk to the top of your cuff; it simply creates an extra loop in your chain bind off.

[edit] Method

For these instructions only, "M1" by making a half-hitch loop, not by picking up the in-between thread.

In 1x1 ribbing, on the row before the bind-off row: K1, M1, pull the M1 tight, P1. Repeat around. Bind-Off Row (go up a needle size or two): K1, slip the M1, pass the K1 over the slipped M1, P1, pass the slipped M1 over the P1, K1, pass the P1 over, etc. as for a regular bind off.

In 2x2 ribbing, on the row before the bind-off row: K2, M1, P2, M1. Repeat around. Work the Bind-Off Row, as above, remembering to slip the M1 rather than knitting it.

[edit] Related Links

See Binding Off for links to more stretchy bind-offs.

[edit] References

"Peggy's stretchy bind-off for toe-up socks," www.socknitters.com.

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