Knitting in the round, also known as circular knitting, is a versatile technique. It allows knitters to create seamless items like hats, sweaters, and socks. Using double pointed needles (DPNs) or circular knitting needles, it’s possible to join rounds seamlessly. For knitting in the round, the first stitch is joined to the last stitch in the cast on row. The video and written instructions below show how I join round using circular knitting needles.

How to Join Round:

Written Instructions for How to Join Round:

• Cast on the required number of stitches using a circular knitting needle.
• Place a beginning of round marker (BOR) on the right circular knitting needle
• Check to see all the stitches are facing inwards in one direction in the circular knitting needle
• Without twisting the stitches, knit the stitch on the right circular needle to the first stitch on the left circular needle to join round
• Continue knitting in the round as specified in the pattern