Step 1: Cast On

Choose your preferred cast-on method. The long-tail cast-on is commonly used for circular knitting.

Cast on the required number of stitches for your pattern, making sure they are evenly distributed on your circular or double-pointed needles.

Step 2: Join in the Round

Ensure that your cast-on stitches are not twisted along the needle. All the stitches should be facing the same way. If they are twisted, your work will not be continuous in the round.

Hold your needles with the working yarn coming from the back needle (the needle that's furthest from you).

Slip the first stitch from the front needle onto the back needle without knitting it. This connects the last cast-on stitch to the first, forming a circle.

Make sure there is no gap or twist between the last and first stitches. Adjust the yarn tension if needed to close any gaps.

Step 3: Start Knitting

Hold your needles with the working yarn in your right hand (or left hand if you're a left-handed knitter).

Begin knitting according to your pattern, either in knit (K) or purl (P) stitches, depending on the desired stitch pattern.

Continue working in a spiral around the circle, making sure not to twist the stitches as you go. The first round may be a little tricky, but as you work more rounds, it will become easier to handle.'

Mark the Beginning of the Round

To keep track of the beginning of each round, you can use a stitch marker. After completing the first round, place a removable stitch marker on the right-hand needle or around one of the stitches.

Move the marker up to the beginning of each new round as you work. This will help you keep track of your progress and avoid any confusion.