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Here’s what’s probably happening: when you’re sliding your stitches back to the left needle (assuming you're doing the classic knit-then-slide method), the tension on the first stitch after the slide often gets a bit loose. It’s not you—it’s the nature of the beast. But good news: it can be tamed.Here’s what helps me keep things even:
[*]Give a little tug. After knitting the first stitch of the row, give the working yarn a gentle tug before knitting the next stitch. Not a Hulk-level yank—just enough to snug it up.
[*]Watch your tension. Try to keep the tension consistent as you slide, not just while knitting. It’s easy to let things get floppy between rows.
[*]Try a smaller needle. If you're still getting a loosey-goosey stitch, try going down a needle size. I-cords don’t mind being a little snug—they’re tough like that.
[*]Block it. If all else fails, a little wet blocking can help even out the stitches beautifully. (I-cords are like hair—sometimes they just need a little water and patience.)
Honestly, after years of making I-cords, I still get the occasional rebel stitch. Just like with my kids—some days you correct them, and other days you just smooth it over and move on.