How To: Make a Slip Knot

The slip knot is used to start almost all knitting cast ons, and is an essential component for your knitting and crochet toolbox.

Step-by-Step written instructions with pictures:

1. Make a loop by crossing the long end of the yarn (attached to the ball) over the short end of the yarn.
Slip knot: lay the long end of the yarn over the short end.
2. Place the loop on top of the long strand.
Slip knot: lay the loop on top of the long end strand.
3. Grab the strand through the loop and pull through.
Slip knot: pull the strand through the loop.
Slip knot: pull the strand through the loop.
4. Pull to tighten.
Slip knot: pull to tighten.
5. Place slip knot on needle or hook to begin!