Increase 1 st knitways in each st. 8 sts on needle. Beginning with a purl row, work 5 rows stocking st. 4 sts on needle. Break yarn leaving a long end.
Thread end through remaining sts.
Draw yarn tightly through sts, then gather around all edges of eye. Pull gathers and fasten off. With green and smaller needles cast on 27 sts. Knit 2 rows. Knit to end of row.