How to Roll a Center Pull Ball

Keep On Rolling!
When To Roll A Ball
If your yarn came in a hank rather than a skein, you definitely want to have it rolled into a ball first. You can often ask your local yarn shop (LYS) to roll it for you when you buy it.
After you have worked through much of your ball of yarn, it might become loose and flappy. This is a great time to employ the roll your own center pull ball technique so your yarn doesn't become tangled.


Why Center Pull
The center pull ball is great because the ball of yarn won't roll around (and therefore away!). I love being able to roll my own balls for multi-colored projects as well as it keeps the yarn more organized. Just tuck the outside end of the yarn securely into the ball and then it won't unravel either!
How to measure yarn for long tail cast on
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How to Measure yarn for a long tail cast on
When you are ready to cast on, the long tail method is quick and easy. Here's a trick for measuring the length of the yarn tail.
Alternate Step: How to Add Yarn or Change Colors while knitting
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How to Add Yarn (or change colors)
Not all projects are less than one skein! You frequently have to add more yarn. Check out this video to see how.
How to measure gauge on a Stockinette stitch swatch
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Measuring gauge is one of the most important but most often misunderstood steps in knitting. Learn how to properly measure your gauge or tension.
Advanced Step: How to Cable Cast On
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The Cable Cast On produces a cable like edge to your work. It is very similar to the knitted cast on. It actually has nothing to do with cabling.

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