There is a simple technique for making a very narrow tubular cord similar to one made with the caterinetta. This is a stitch used to make the handles of a bag, to add hems to a project or to add a specific cord in different handmade projects. Follow these simple steps to make a tubular cord, also called an I cord.
Steps
Method 1 of 3: Double Pointed Needles
Step 1. Make the desired number of stitches or according to a pattern with double pointed needles
Usually between 5 and 7, otherwise you will need an extra double-tipped needle.
Step 2. Knit a row
Don't turn the job done up.
Step 3. Slip the stitches onto the other end of the needle
Step 4. Work a second row bringing the ball behind the piece and starting with the first stitch
Tighten the work done along the bottom after every first stitch to give it shape and to distribute the tension well.
Step 5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 until you get the desired length
You will start getting the shape after 3-4 rows.
Method 2 of 3: Single Point Needles
The method described above can be adapted to single pointed needles.
Step 1. Make 3-5 stitches based on the desired tubular bead thickness
Step 2. Knit a row
Slip the stitches from the end of one needle to the end of the other needle (if using the right, pass the stitches from the right to the left needle).
Step 3. Repeat step 2 until you have the tubular bead of the desired length
Step 4. Close the stitches
Method 3 of 3: Circular Needle
You can also make tubular cords using a circular needle.
Step 1. Make 3-5 stitches based on the desired tubular bead thickness As with the double-pointed needle method, slide the stitches from one end of the circular needle to the other
Instead of using a second double-pointed needle to create the stitches, you will simply use the other end of the circular needle.
