LAST MONTH, we looked at two different ways to knit small pieces in the round, using double-pointed needles (DPNs) and the Magic Loop method on one set of circular needles. This month, we explore three other methods for knitting small pieces like socks, mittens, sleeves and hats.
TWO LONGER CIRCULAR NEEDLES
I really like this option, although it can be easy to knit with the incorrect needle, resulting in a big old twisted mess. Needle management is pretty easy, though, and the tension on the joins using this method is minimal. You can use two needles of any length, and it