How to Begin with a Scallop Edge A Decorative Start to Your Knitting Project

Learn how to knit a beautiful scallop edge from the very first stitch with TeaCosyFolk’s cast on tutorial. Add decorative flair to your tea cosies and knitted projects with this charming and beginner-friendly technique.

Ready to add a playful flourish to your knitting before you even reach the first row? This Scallop Edge Cast On Tutorial by TeaCosyFolk introduces a delightfully wavy border that turns any knitting project into a statement piece from the very beginning. Whether you're working on a characterful tea cosy, a charming wrap, or a nostalgic blanket, this technique sets the tone with whimsy and warmth.

In the video, you’ll learn how to form soft, scalloped curves along the bottom edge of your knitting. It’s an ideal way to bring flair to your work, and with a few simple tricks, you can avoid common pitfalls which results in the wrong number of stitches. Suzy walks you through the steps in her friendly and clear style, making this tutorial accessible and enjoyable for intermediate knitters looking to branch out from traditional cast-on edges.

Starting with a decorative edge is more than just aesthetic; it’s a way to show off your skill and set your creative intention from the first stitch. The scalloped effect is especially popular among TeaCosyFolk fans, giving personality to pieces that deserve a little extra charm. As the opening move in your knitting journey, it adds instant impact and elevates your handmade creations to heirloom status.

Curious to give it a go? Grab your needles and favourite yarn, and follow along with the video here: TeaCosyFolk Scallop Edge Cast Off.



This technique is a wonderful addition to your knitting repertoire, and pairs beautifully with bold designs, nostalgic themes, or patterns that call for a gentle touch. It’s the perfect way to start your next TeaCosyFolk creation—and it might just become your new go-to intro stitch!

The scallop edge cast on technique has become a signature feature in many TeaCosyFolk designs, adding a decorative flourish from the very first stitch. To date, this charming edging has been used in a variety of characterful projects including the 1950’s Queen Elizabeth II Tea Cosy, the authoritative Judge Tea Cosy, the countryside-inspired White Embden Goose Tea Cosy, and the romantic Cupid Tea Cosy. It also features in the playful In Love Hearts Tea Cosy, the sampler-style Harrogate Chocolate Orange Cosy, and the festive Terry’s Chocolate Orange Cosies. Other cosy creations showcasing this technique include the nostalgic Devonshire Strawberry Picker Tea Cosy, the affectionate Lovebirds Tea Cosy, the elegant Victorian Flower Girl Tea Cosy, the wintry Snowy Owl Tea Cosy, and the flamboyant French Can-Can Girl Tea Cosy. Each pattern uses the scallop edge to bring extra charm and character to the design, making it a beloved detail among knitters and collectors alike.








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