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I-Cord

February 2, 2010February 2, 2010 by Kate, posted in knitting

I am working on a new logo for my website and am knitting an i-cord to write out Knitwerks. It may be just Knit at the rate I’m going. Originally called the idiot cord because of a mistake made while Elizabeth Zimmermann was knitting, it was shortened to I-cord and actually has a lot of uses. While it is relatively simple, it is one of my least favorite things to knit. I made a series of decorate Christmas lights and similar chili peppers one year and have hated making i-cord ever since. They are a great decorative item and are often used for handles, belts, bows and more.

To make an i-cord, cast on between 3 and six stitches. You can use either two double-pointed needles or a circular needle. Slide work to other side of needle and knit. Slide work to other side of needle again and knit. Do not turn work!
1.I-cord 1st row
2.I-cord slide work to other side of needle
3.I-cord knit row

By sliding the work and continuing to knit, you are creating a rope or tube that is stronger than a line of garter stitch alone.

While it is not as exciting as cabling or following another type of pattern, it has a lot of great uses. Hopefully, I will have the new logo ready by the weekend with a little help from Photoshop!

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