Knitting ‘Paper Chains’

This is a fun project which grows one link at a time. It is knit in the round on double pointed needles and would be suitable for someone fairly new to circular knitting. If you prefer circular needles, please note that the diameter of each link is fairly small. 

What you will need:

At least 4 colours of Stylecraft DK yarn but use as many colours as you want or you could go monochrome.

3.5mm dpns, double pointed needles. 

Scissors and a darning needle

Link 1.

Cast 48 stitches onto 3 dpns; 16 sts on each, join in the round being careful not to twist your stitches.

Knit 12 rounds then cast off and sew in your ends. 

Now let the fabric fold in on itself top and bottom, Stocking stitch naturally wants to do this.

Link 2.

Cast 48 stitches onto 3 needles. Drop the back end of your needles through link no.1 and then join in the round being careful not to twist your stitches.

This is where I found it easier to knit on 3 dpns but if you prefer to knit on 4 needles or circular needles then please do.

Knit 12 rounds, rotating the new link through the first as you go. It feels a bit tricky to start with but you’ll  get the hang of it. 

After 12 rounds, cast off and  sew in your ends and let the fabric roll in top and bottom.

Repeat the instructions as for link 2. adding new links in different colours as you go.

This project is perfect for a satisfying little bit of knitting when a large project seems too much.