Mingled Yarn: Long-Tail Cast-On

Long-Tail Cast-On
perhaps the most versatile cast on, quick and elastic, a good rule of thumb is to place your first loop in one inch from the end for each stitch you need to cast on

Step 1
Start in “Y” or “Slingshot” position—one loop on needle, which is centered between index and thumb of opposite hand, ring and pinky finger holding tail and working end of yarn.

Step 2
Touch tip of needle to outside of thumb, over all strands of yarn

Step 3
Scoop up outermost strand of yarn and touch needle to index finger

Step 4
Swoop down index finger, catch outer strand of yarn, and touch needle to top of thumb.

Step 5
Drag needle down thumb, through the center of loop.

Step 6
Let this loop fall off thumb.

Step 7
Tension stitch on needle gently (not too tight!) and repeat until you have the desired number of stitches.