Which knitting term refers to creating the initial row of stitches on the needle?

• A. Purl
• B. Binding off
• C. Knit
• D. Casting on

Answer: (D)

Casting on is the act of creating the first row of stitches on the needle. This step sets up the foundation of your project, giving you the number of stitches and the edge you’ll work from. Once you’ve cast on, you can begin knitting the stitches in your chosen pattern and build the fabric from there.

Purl is a different stitch used to create texture on the fabric. Binding off is how you finish the edge of your piece. Knitting refers to the basic stitch you use to form rows once you have stitches on the needle, but the initial row starts specifically with casting on.