Single row stripes using a circular needle

We love knitting stripes with circular needles, watch how to and give it a go

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This video will show you how to knit single row stripes when knitting flat. Single row stripes have a very elegant look, but can be a bit tricky to knit when working flat. The secret is a circular needle! This looks great in a sweater, hat or scarf. This easy to follow video tutorial will show you everything you need to know to create your own 1 row striped garment or accessory.

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This how-to will show the steps needed to knit single-row stripes on circular needles. You can work single-row stripes on circular needles, without having to cut the yarn.

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Knit across your row as usual with the contrast colour.

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Slide the stitches to the other end of the needle. Knit one row in the main colour.

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4.

Purl one row in the contrast colour.

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Slide the stitches to the other end of the needle. Purl one row in the main colour.

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Repeat steps 2 to 5 to continue working in stripes.

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