Just finishing a sweater where the neck edge is knitted in the round in 2 x 2 ribbing. I found a stretchy bindoff to use but now not so sure it looks great. Anyone have a favorite stretchy bind off they like to use or does this look ok?
Thank you so much!
Ribbed Bindoff Neck Edge
Which stretch bind off did you use?
Here’s the tutorial for 3 stretchy bind offs including Jeny’s and the Icelandic which will work with 2x2 rib.
My favorite stretchy bind off is the sewn bind off but I only like the look of it for 1x1 rib. It’s a no flair, stretchy bind off. There are adaptations for 2x2 but they never look as neat to me. Anyway I it won’t really help here but maybe good to file away for later.
Thank you for the information. I used the “Simple Stretcy Bind-Off” method from Very Pink. It has a little bit of flare at the top which I’m not crazy about. I should have done a stretchy bindoff for the cuffs as well. Next time.
Just realized the bind off method I used was the same as the third method you included. I actually liked the Icelandic method. I’ll give that a try the next time.
Thanks again,
Charlene
I also think that what may look uneven in the bind off will look lovely when stretched a little as you wear it. The sweater and the yarn colors are beautiful and it should be a treat to wear!
I’ve been using icelandic bind off for almost everything, love it! Just recently did a regular knit bind off on a piece and now regretting it and wondering if I would manage to pull it out without losing all my lace stitches so I can redo the bind off.
Your sweater looks fab by the way. I think the neck edge will settle in after a few wears and washes.
Thank you. I hope so. Another grandson another sweater I hope my daughter will not be afraid to use. Ha!
Thank you! I love the colors and it was very fast and easy to knit. I am going to try the icelandic bind off on my next project.
Happy knitting,
Charlene
I like to fold that over and have a double neck. Once yu have folded it over, stitch the bind off onto where yu have picked the sts up. The double neck always looks so neat
I like the sewn bind off or tubular bind off for 1x1 rib, but I find both look less well on 2x2. I find that binding off in pattern works well for 2x2 rib, and is stretchy without flare. You can also work it suspended if you want to be sure it’s not too tight. https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=rrPvhYbkd0Y
I had never heard of suspended bind off. Good alternative. Thanks for the suggestion!
I am pleased with the sweater but most of all pleased with my precious model and his mom. Thanks again for all the bindoff suggestions!
Super!
Will you be extending the body and sleeves next year so it can be loved for longer? It’s such a lovely snuggly sweater.
Looks terrific and the model is adorable. Perfect combination!
Thank you!!!
Thank you so much. There’s a little brother right behind who will be able to wear it hopefully.