How to cast off Estonian lace shawl using knitted cast off method

I have a quick tutorial for you today. I will show you how to cast off Estonian lace shawl using knitted cast off method (also known as Estonian bind off). This is my most favorite and used bind off method for other projects too.

It’s super simple and doesn’t require fancy tools or complicated knitting tricks.

Ready?

Find a video tutorial below…


Step 1:

Knit 2 stitches.

How to cast off Estonian lace shawl using knitted cast off method


Step 2:

Slip both stitches back to your left-hand needle, but don’t take your right-hand needle out.

How to cast off Estonian lace shawl using knitted cast off method


Step 3:

Grab yarn…

How to cast off Estonian lace shawl using knitted cast off method


Step 4:

…and bring through both stitches.

How to cast off Estonian lace shawl using knitted cast off method


Step 5:

Knit 1 stitch, and repeat steps 2 to 5

How to cast off Estonian lace shawl using knitted cast off method


And the video:

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  1. Terri

    Thank you for clear, concise instructions on Estonian bind-off. Just the right finish for Cold Mountain Stole. On to the block.

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