Key Words: The Slip Knot The slip knot is the first step of knitting. Once the slip knot is placed on the needle, it becomes the first cast on stitich. Working Yarn The working yarn is the yarn that is attatched to the ball. While knitting, you are always holding the working yarn. Yarn EndThe yarn end is the yarn that faces the back of the needle. Cast OnThe first row of stitches on the needle. Slip Knot Verses Course: Beginner Knitters