I just learned how to knit and am almost done with a long scarf. Only problem is that the first 5 inches are REALLY BAD :achoo:
Is there a way that I can “redo” or “remove” that section after the fact? For example, put my needle up through a good row and then cast off that section?
I’ve asked a couple people and they aren’t sure what I should do other than pull it out and start over…YIKES!
To be honest I’m not sure. I think I’d just start over, too.
Take a look at the videos for ‘finding a destination row.’ You can insert your needle, then cut off the offending end just a little ways from where your needle is, pick out the rest of the stitches and bind off. I did it on a sweater sleeve that was too long and it worked out fine.
Kenwins,
If you weren’t able to find it (I just got a blank screen when I clicked on it…), the video is under the basic techniques tab. Mouse down to “…more”, then scroll down to “Inserting a needle into destination row, before unraveling” and check it out.
Good Luck 
Diane
Depending on the size of the stitches and the texture of the yarn, it might be easier to run a lifeline through the row with a tapestry needle and then, when you’ve unraveled the bad section, the live stitches will be easier to put on a needle. But gosh-- whichever way you do it it’s an easy fix. Don’t rip out the whole scarf! 
Thanks everyone!! I will be giving this a try tonight…cross your fingers :happydance: