Description ~ Double Knit Pocket Techniques

Perfect pockets for single-layer knitting without breaking your yarn. These clever pockets are the equivalent of conjuring for knitters. NO double knitting experience needed.

Materials Needed ~ Double Knit Pocket Techniques

• Two brightly contrasting, solid light colors of smooth worsted weight (4 - 5 sts per inch)practice yarns. Light colors are easier to read.
• One pair of needles suitable for flat knitting in a size appropriate to your yarn.
• Scissors.
• Crochet hook.
• Usual knitting paraphernalia.

Homework ~ Double Knit Pocket Techniques

In one of your two practice yarns, cast on 16 sts. Knit 8 rows to create a garter stitch edge. Continue with alternating knit and purl rows to establish stocking stitch (at least 4 rows).