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Do Along (with Allen)
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I grew up on a small sheep farm in Michigan and ironically, we didn’t spin our own wool. My channel reflects what I’m currently making which is both crochet and knitting, mostly functional items for everyday use. I’m creating content that I enjoy watching myself, from quick how-to videos to sharing yarn purchases, FOs, and projects in progress.
Subscribe to my channel and join me in my journey. And, please comment on videos with what you’re working on or to ask questions you have. I don’t know everything but I will try my best to help out.
Subscribe to my channel and join me in my journey. And, please comment on videos with what you’re working on or to ask questions you have. I don’t know everything but I will try my best to help out.
#3 FO 2022: Retro Rib Shawl knit for my mom’s 80th birthday!
I enjoy knitting and crocheting for others, which is a habit I picked up from my mother. So, as her 80th birthday approached, I decided it was time for me to make something special for HER. This shawl makes a great wrap around your shoulders or can be tied around your neck like a scarf.
This Retro Rib Shawl is designed by Bettina of The Knitting Me and uses 3 colors of fingering weight yarn (I used Comfort & Joy from the Purls of Joy yarn shop in Healdsburg, CA).
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Read more about this sweater pattern and links to the pattern/designer:
doalong.com/2022/02/knitting/knitting-retro-rib-shawl-pattern/
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Subscribe to my channel: ua-cam.com/channels/KvPC0iIntEb8sQRymqf-gQ.html
Follow me on Instagram: the_do_along
Visit my blog: doalong.com/
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This Retro Rib Shawl is designed by Bettina of The Knitting Me and uses 3 colors of fingering weight yarn (I used Comfort & Joy from the Purls of Joy yarn shop in Healdsburg, CA).
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Read more about this sweater pattern and links to the pattern/designer:
doalong.com/2022/02/knitting/knitting-retro-rib-shawl-pattern/
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Subscribe to my channel: ua-cam.com/channels/KvPC0iIntEb8sQRymqf-gQ.html
Follow me on Instagram: the_do_along
Visit my blog: doalong.com/
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Take pattern notes on knitting or crochet patterns (PDFs) using iPad or iPhone
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Use your iPad or iPhone to take knitting or crochet pattern notes. Go paperless by annotating directly on a PDF pattern using the Apple pencil or simply your finger! Note measurements, gauge, yarn used or other important details. You can also highlight important sections throughout the pattern to make it easier to read as you work on your knitting or crochet. Watch my technology video on using ...
Track rows & repeats for knitting or crochet patterns using Notes on iPad or iPhone
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Use the Apple Notes app on iPad or iPhone to create interactive pattern worksheets to more easily manage tracking rows and pattern repeats. You no longer need to manually count rows or keep scraps of paper around. I set up a pattern worksheet for each new project so that I can track my progress in case I set down the work. And, with iCloud syncing, the notes stay up to date on all of my Apple d...
#2 FO 2022: Knitting an easy, beginner men’s sweater | Puntal sweater pattern
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Learn about my experience knitting the Puntal raglan sweater pattern by Belén Fernández. It’s an easy to follow sweater (or jumper) pattern with helpful videos and worksheets to track your progress. I completed it over a two week period and learned new techniques along the way. Read more about this sweater pattern and links to the pattern/designer: doalong.com/2022/01/knitting/knitting-puntal-m...
Review: Crochet Society Advent CALendar | crochet along
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This past Christmas I purchased the Crochet Society Advent CALendar and wanted to share my experience with you. I’ll share the FO along with info on cost, availability, pros and cons, as well as my thoughts on whether I’d do it again! My video is not affiliated with or sponsored by the Crochet Society. Subscribe to my channel: ua-cam.com/channels/KvPC0iIntEb8sQRymqf-gQ.html Follow me on Instagr...
#1 FO 2022: Men’s knit cowl | free pattern | stranded colorwork | quick & easy
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A quick and easy knit cowl for men (or women) in a modern design. The pattern is currently free and available on Ravelry. Watch to learn more about my experience finding and knitting this cowl or read more from my blog below. #neckwarmer #cowl Subscribe to my channel: ua-cam.com/users/williams... Follow me on Instagram: the_do_along Visit my blog: doalong.com/ Designer: Kathryn J...
Unboxing: Lion Brand Yarn Santa’s Secret Sack | 2021 Christmas holiday | Secret stash
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Lion Brand Yarn released Santa’s Secret Stash of Yarn for the holidays this year. The bright red bag contained 9 skeins of yarn - what did I get? Watch the video to see which yarn I received and whether this turned out to be a good value! I love a good mystery so buying this grab bag of yarn didn’t disappoint. If you enjoy unboxing videos like this, please let me know in the comments or Like th...
How to insert a lifeline on interchangeable knitting needles (like ChiaGoo) | knitting in the round
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Adding a lifeline while knitting in the round on circular needles just got easier if you’re using interchangeable knitting needles like ChiaoGoo. Learn how to quickly thread a lifeline into your work as you knit - quick and easy! Subscribe to my channel: ua-cam.com/users/williams94086 Follow me on Instagram: the_do_along Visit my blog: doalong.com/ Products mentioned in this vide...
How to tighten interchangeable knitting needles (ChiaoGoo) | t-pin, straight pin, or paper clip
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Interchangeable knitting needles, like my ChiaoGoo set, are amazing to use and come with all sorts of accessories. If your set has a hole at the base of the cable connector, you can likely use a tightenter to ensure the cable and needle do not separate while knitting. The ChiaGoo provided t-pin tightens the cable to the needle but there aren’t any instructions on how to do this (or none that I ...
Top 5 reasons yarn splits while crocheting + fixes | why does yarn split
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Does your yarn split while crocheting? Let’s break down the top 5 reasons yarn splits while crocheting along with ways to fix the problem. Subscribe to my channel: ua-cam.com/users/williams94086 Follow me on Instagram: the_do_along Visit my blog: doalong.com/ Link from the video: Crochet hook styles (PlanetJune) www.planetjune.com/blog/crochet-hook-styles/
Welcome to my crochet and knitting channel!
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Thank you for visiting my crochet and knitting channel. Learn more about me and what to expect on this channel, from unboxings and tutorials, to projects and patterns. Hit the subscribe button to stay in the loop and check out my other videos while you’re here! Subscribe to my channel: ua-cam.com/users/williams94086 Follow me on Instagram: the_do_along Visit my blog: doalong.com/
Treble (or triple) crochet (tr) tutorial | how to make basic crochet stitches
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Treble (or triple) crochet (tr) tutorial | how to make basic crochet stitches
Double crochet (dc) tutorial | how to make basic crochet stitches
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Double crochet (dc) tutorial | how to make basic crochet stitches
Half double crochet (hdc) tutorial | how to make basic crochet stitches
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Half double crochet (hdc) tutorial | how to make basic crochet stitches
Single crochet (sc) tutorial | how to make basic crochet stitches
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Single crochet (sc) tutorial | how to make basic crochet stitches
Changing yarn color crochet tutorial | how to
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Changing yarn color crochet tutorial | how to
Chains & chain counting crochet tutorial | how to
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Chains & chain counting crochet tutorial | how to
Beginner crochet ‘Fowler’ hat tutorial | free pattern | how to crochet beanie, toque
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Beginner crochet ‘Fowler’ hat tutorial | free pattern | how to crochet beanie, toque
Back loop only crochet tutorial | BLO or BL | how to
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Back loop only crochet tutorial | BLO or BL | how to
Unboxing: West Yorkshire Spinners yarn purchased from Love Crafts
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Unboxing: West Yorkshire Spinners yarn purchased from Love Crafts
I have never even heard of a life line so you have just changed the amount of knitting I will be doing in the future! Thank you so much! 😊
Brilliant review! Thank you for taking the time to do this. I know this is an old video but I am going to look at more of yours now 😊
Thank you 😭❤❤❤
Solved a few problems! Went to the store and bought a good quality hook with a rubbery handle. The one I was using is a straight one which was helpful when the hook got caught I could push it through without getting the hook part caught. Now with the new hook, great. Thanks for the information. Dennis.
Thank you 🙏🏾 Definitely this horrible cheap yarn 🧶😳
Oh that is going to be super-helpful! Not just ChiaGoo interchangables, but really any interchangeables which have screw-on cables, they all have those little holes so that you can tighten the join.
I want the pattern to this sweater l really love this sweater
That was incredibly helpful. Thank you!!!
Thank you so much! I knew I was missing something and was so frustrated with having to constantly fix my needles.
my favorite tip was the last.... how many times i realize thay I'm literally bleary eyed and near death...but i keep going! ahhhhh! 💀 ⭐ a couple of things ive learned in the past 50 yrs is...get back to basics! Make sure the hook rotates all the way downward to pull through the loop. ⭐ the other thing that is VERY useful is...size up! try even a ½mm bigger, and the results are 👌🏻! grrat video!
Thanks a bunch! I’m convinced I move too fast and my tension is too tight a lot of the time.
Thank you very much. I never knew how to use the pin which comes with my needles.
That's really funny. Mine, as you said, doesn't say what to do with the t-pin either (which to me looks identical to my blocking pins), but it did say that the hole is there to insert a lifeline into. So that makes it seem like that's all the hole is for. It was really frustrating, having my needles forever separate and then pinch the yarn in the crack. Thank you.
Does it matter which end of the skein you start? My yarn is split even before I get it near the hook. Tried tight tension and slack tension but it is always splits. Worst part is when I have made a mistake I have to undo the work and that then is a nightmare with split yarn. Dennis.
Just opened my brand new needle set, and couldn't figure it out! Thanks so much for making this video available. Now I can get back to knitting!
Thank you so much. I appreciate it
Thank you!
Love that blanket you did beautiful work
I was about to toss the expensive 9 inch circular needles into the trash because I had to stop every few minutes to tighten them. It was very annoying! There should be instructions on the package 😩
thank you for this! <3 i've knitted for years but just never got around to trying this out, but i'm currently working on a cabled cardigan that has a twenty four row repeat, and i'm prone to mistakes, haha.
I am knitting 1X1 ribbing in magic loop and tried this technique but something went terribly wrong! Help?
Thank you so much!! Just like you--and all the others that gratefully commented and thanked you--I could NOT figure out how the pin could help. While making my last hat, with a new interchangeable needle set, the tip would occasionally loosen, so I was constantly worried about losing stitches. Fortunately, I was so painfully vigilant that I would realize it and tighten before any stitches fell off. Anyway, again, a HUGE "Thank You--you are a life saver in this instance, and much appreciated!! 👍 😃
Hi Allen, I don’t know how I came across your video on UA-cam and was so excited to see my pattern! It looks great and I loved all your comments. Once you showed the photo of your husband wearing it I recognised it immediately as I loved the project and had requested to add it to the pattern page on Ravelry. Great result - congratulations! 💙
Thank you I was wondering what it was for and how to tighten cause I had issues with separating cords from needles
Thank you for this video!!!
Should have paid bettr attention re sleeves, had to take them out as they were "shapeless" should have started to decrease way before then what the patterns told me, sooooooo after having completed the body + one sleeve, I have put it aside, putting it on my " to do list!!!)as this going around around around, gets a bit tedious, ( burning out) and I note how you mention this, I did ad a 8 stitch cable in the centre giving it a touch of class!! Thanks for the video Allen
Thank you 😅
Thank you so much for this video. Very helpful and informative!
This is wonderful! Thanks so much for the tutorial. Putting in a lifeline has always felt so tedious, but I always regret not putting one in on the complicated projects. This makes it effortless. I'm trying to learn brioche knitting, and mistakes can be hard to fix for a beginner. This will be a lifesaver!
I can’t believe it’s this simple! I’ve been dealing with my needles untwisting for years and never knew I could do this. Thank you!
Thanks, I need to know about lifelines, and using the hole in the needle is very cool. I recently had to rip out a piece of my knitting and it really bothered me to the point I wonder if I can even enjoy knitting any more. This definitely will help with that!
Thanks Allen! Just like you, I put the pin in the hole and wondered what the heck that was supposed to do. All good now!
Thank you for creating this video! So helpful. The T pin makes so much sense now. 😊
Wow! Never thought of that. Thank you!!!!
Thank youuuu! This was sooo helpful! I too received no instructions and was lost on how to use the key.
Omg thank you for this!
I have used interchangeable needles for decades. Never ever thought to put a lifeline in by using the needles themselves. How awesome. See at almost 63 I am never to old to learn. Thank you.
Omg. Yes finally. Watched , tried, worked perfectly. Can’t wait to cast on my hat now ! Thanks for information I couldn’t find before
That is so helpful ! Just got my day yesterday and could not figure out how to use the T pin. Thank you!!
OMG THANK YOU I was so confused
Great video! I am just starting out knitting and a sweater is both daunting and enticing. My husband is definitely a sweater kind of person and so definitely a project in my sights.
Thanks Allen! I have to do a brioche ribbing on my Letho cardigan. It will make about 4 feet long. So the lifeline in the hole is, for me, just essential!
Very helpful, as this is my exact issue.
Thank you! I had No Clue!
Y’all if I didn’t have one Hot mess . I’m working on a sleeve on my sweater. I did like 8 rows and realized I wasn’t doing a C2F correctly. So as y’all know on a sleeve it’s shape is different than just going around you work normally. Will I put a life line in and started at the left side of the add on stitches and worked my way around. Well I pulled my needles out and started frogging. Y’all I down have a clue what in the Sam Hill happened but on both sides of my under arm about 5 to 8 stitches up from the add on I had stitches coming out that I have no idea how they did what they did , y’all they was rows going in different directions from the rest .. All I can say is I got it back together the best I could with out ripping the hole sweater out . I’ve got like 2 or 3 holes in that area that when I’m done with the sleeves I will try to fix from the inside. So you can cool best believe I will be installing a life line just like this when I start the other sleeve. The C2F was only in the sleeves and a chain cable and I had the directions for the chain but not the C2F . As a matter of fact I had no idea what it was called tell I finally found the video that I got it from . So we see if my Hot Mess becomes unnoticeable when I’m done .
Thank you! I will be using this
Thank you!! I'm new to knitting and just started using my interchangeable needles for the first time and had no idea how to use the lock. I expected it to be some sort of lock and key device and couldn't for the life of me figure out how it could tighten. 😄
Thank you so much! I will definitely use this from now on!
Lovely video. Thanks for sharing... 🌟
❤❤❤ Great tutorial! Many thanks!