How to Read a Knitting Pattern: Lesson 1
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- Опубліковано 12 вер 2018
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I can tell this lady has a great sense of humor, friendly, and truly wants to help those of us wanting to learn how to knit in the most simple ways she can.
I am so glad you enjoy my videos. But make no mistake, I have a nefarious plan. We may start out simple but my goal is to get everyone knitting stuff beyond their wildest dreams LOL.
@@WatchBarbaraKnit I want to learn so bad.I have carpol tunnel in both hands really bad but I don't let that stop me.I enjoy your videos along with Joanneweb on here.For a beginner I know how to purl and regular knit,where do you think a beginner should start? I get overwhelmed sometimes and have started making things and then stop and undo them,can't make my mind up,but I would really love to make a table drummer for my dining room table.Joanne has some beautiful knitting patterns for and I started making one calling Falling Fern.I do want tostart reading patterns and have been studying the different abbrevations used in knitting.I'm not going to give up and the next project I would love to make is a shawl for my niece who lives with me and has bought me a whole bag of yarns.I have been disabled since 2006 ,I was assaulted in 2005 by a ex-boy-friend who loves beating on women but now married to a great sweet man who takes such great care of me.I have lived in a shell for many years but now I'm coming out of it and will not let the past defined who I'am today.I find strength also in my 14 yr.old granddaughter who is now in our care,she is my late sons only daughter and her I caught her mother beating her,knitting helps to me vent my anger I have towards this woman who is a narcissit parent which I never knew what the word meant until I started reading more about it.anyway sorry I went on and on.You just seem to be one of those people someone meets and feels as if they have mnkown you forever,you have a wonderful personality.thanks Barbra for all your help in teaching this wonderful hobby to all of us who so want to learn and help some of to heal,keep our minds focus and letting us know we are never to old to learn.I do need to know how to read patterns and measure things also
As a beginner knitter I find patterns very difficult to read. So thank u for taking the time to help make it less confusing.😀
Wonderful, you are exactly who I am making these videos for. Is there anything specific that you'd like to see me explain?
I just love your chatty, happy demeanor. Your instructions and explanations are clear and very easy to understand. Some youtubers are terrible when they are supposed to be instructing, with loud or irratating music, too much useless chat etc.
Thank you Barbara for keeping me sane, and for teaching this 67 year old many things. Subscribed....of course
Thank you so much for taking the time to convey such kind thoughts.
I have never knitted, I love your information, thank you.
We'll make a knitter out of you!
Thank you, Barbara, you are a gem. I have been watching and loving your videos for a while, but as a new knitter I have needed more in-depth information. This is perfect. Looking forward to your upcoming videos and clear explanations. Love your humor and happy, upbeat nature!
I hope that I can make you more confident in your knitting! Is there anything specific that confuses you that I could explain?
I am doing Continental style and wish I could feel confident about any of the ways to do purling. Have watched Many.Many. UA-cam videos and finally figured out Norwegian purl, but now I just want to knit every row. Garter stitch is great, but not for everything! LOL. Can you help? :-)
I am listening and learning. ...your educational knitting videos are clear and concise. I'm at the level that I hear what you have to say about pattern instructions but I can also execute them as well. Thank you so much for these instructional videos. Nothing like being taught by the best!
Thank you! I am glad you enjoy and are getting something out of them.
Ty so much, I am a brand new knitter and find your videos super helpful and inspiring!
You are so welcome!
Barbara, you nailed it. "Secret Code". Thank you so much for this series. You're an awesome teacher. Very articulate and informative.
I'm glad it was helpful. If you have specific questions that I could answer please let me know!
I wanted to start knitting but I could not find a channel that just taught me everything like this until I found you! Thank you so much your channel is awesome!
I am so glad that you are finding my channel useful. If you ever run into something you need to know that you think might make a helpful video for other knitters please feel free to suggest!
Barbara, thank you so much. I am a beginner and have spent a lot of time trying to figure out my knitting pattern. If only I had known to read the whole pattern first. Thank you sooo much . You're a real gem :) You have helped me to move on xxx
I am so glad you are moving right along. There's a lot to learn but it's fun!
Thank you for making your patterns very clear, precise and complete.
Aww, thank you for saying that. I try and hopefully I will continue to improve.
Thank you Barbara! I’m so glad you are doing this series of so very helpful podcasts.
I'm glad you enjoyed it! Any specific questions you have?
Great tutorial, looking forward for the series. I’m glad you kind of settled in in your new house. Thanks for sharing your knowledge 🙏❤️
Kind of is definitely the word to use LOL. I'm glad you liked the video.
Honestly... Evrn though I knew the things you were teaching, I thoroughly enjoyed the video... I ALWAYS enjoy your videos...Your enthusiasm, and the obvious joy your work brings you is so nice to see...and hear....
I like to knit, but I have come to realize it sometimes is stressful for me, because I know I cannot fix mistakes...and generally have to start over, if the mistake is very noticeable... it’s very hard for me to see how to correct things...even thinking back can be a problem. I lost a lot of vision over the past year, so seeing the intricacies of small stitches is hard for me.
So.. Lately, I have been crocheting easy shawls...and prayer wraps/shawls...and am loving it.. It’s easy to see, and ripping back is not scary... There is only one stitch to deal with... . No stress... I am still knitting... I really love the look of knitted hats, and baby blankets.... and even a knitted shawl or two... but not having to stress over mistakes has made crochet very attractive to me.
I am wondering if you could address the attitude that some knitters have toward crocheters...and the fact that lots of yarn shops clearly snub the crocheters who just might buy their yarns.. In my mind, we are all fiber artists... We love beautiful yarns, and the things we can make with them. I don’t see one craft as being superior to the other, but some clearly do. Crocheters are often treated ascsecond class crafters.. as an after thought.. “oh yes, crocheted articles are welcome, too”....
I hope you are enjoying Florida,,, We lived there (North Port) for about 18 months, and happily returned to Cincinnati😕..
The one stitch thing is definitely a benefit of crochet! I think the whole "snubbing" of crocheters is completely ridiculous and I have heard about it happening. I really don't understand why people do that. I am constantly amazed by the beautiful pieces that crocheters produce and it is definitely things that crochet does much better than knitting.
Love your comparison to cooking! And oh, yes the dreaded "at the same time"...Thanks for a great video & lesson.
I am so glad you enjoyed it! Thank you!
thank you ... i am sure you can help me.. i got covid a while ago and i am still healing but i found my brain is affected .. so i need to relearn..... but i can not complain,, i did not die... you seem like a very nice person and i really look forward to watching your videos..
I hope that you find some useful tidbits among my videos. Best wishes to you for continued healing and health.
Thank you so much! Great lesson 1and look forward to more!
I'm glad you enjoyed it!
Welcome back! Reading patterns is a great topic. That was something I had trouble with when I first learned to knit (my mother would help me). Now I remember all the lessons she taught me. This video reminded me of how I learned and reinforced how to approach a pattern.
If you can think of anything that I should specifically mention please let me know. I honestly have never tried to teach anyone to read a pattern, it's one of the reasons I decided to make this multiple videos. That way I can come back and follow up if I miss something.
I've missed you. So glad to see your cheering disposition. Great video. "At the same time", I've learned the hard way to read ahead instead of knit as I read. Oh and yes, google and you tube have been a great help, that is how I found you! Looking forward to the next lesson video.
I pretty much avoid "at the same time" lol.
thank you so much... you reminded me of what my grand ma said about knitting and yes i watch your videos and learn... you spoke of making up your own patterns.. yaaay ... thank you .. stay safe and healthy ... Peace
You knit the way that makes you happy!
Great info in this video. It may seem obvious to some, but a newbie can appreciate it. Thank you
I've been thinking about the things that confused me when I was trying to learn. And also looking at questions that come up repeatedly on general Knitting FB groups. But if you have any thoughts on anything else that might be helpful I am all ears.
Welcome back! Hope the moving is going smoothly!
LOL, we have a 2 car garage full of boxes. Things are going ... slowly.
Thankyou Barbara. This helps alot.
Wonderful! If you have any questions I'd be happy to listen. Sometimes there are things I take for granted that could use some explaining.
Hi. I like you and how you explain things. Thank you for this good work!
Why thank you so much!
Thanks so much! This was very helpful!
Fantastic!
Thank you so much for this! I just watched this first video, but I can already tell your channel is going to be extremely valuable in my ventures into knitting! I’m a relatively novice knitter, but I already have ambitions about learning things like brioche!
...but first things first, right?;)
I look forward to seeing what I can do with the guidance of teachers like you!🤗
Welcome! I hope I continue to both educate and entertain.
This is the most needed video I have ever watched on UA-cam from anyone! I have needed something like this for the past two years. I’m a very visual learner and I have been struggling to knit patterns by myself. Trying to figure it out as I go. Can you please show us a way to keep up with what row we are on in the pattern to not lose our place. I also have trouble with anything that has a chart. Thank you for the support❤️ I really appreciate it
Thank you so much for your kind words and feedback. I will be working on more soon - just had to take a wee break for a new pattern! I do have a reading a chart video you can check out here: ua-cam.com/video/wHWyFHrmYUY/v-deo.html
Hi 👋 how are you feeling? Hope all is well with you.thanks for the video and the laughs 😁 I have been knitting for a few years now but only hats and scarfs so these videos will come in handy .glad your back .
I pretty much do shawls, hats, and scarves (with the occasional cowl and fingerless mitt) so I am in the same boat. It makes you no less of a knitter. I'm glad you liked the video.
Thank you so much for this series of videos! I’m a brand new knitter and I’m trying to decipher the hieroglyphics that are the pattern I selected. Lol
I am so glad they are helping. If you have other questions please feel free to ask them - it might give me an idea for another video!
Thank you 😊 your so helpful hun
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you for all the great information .. It is funny, as a knitter (novice) there is so much I need to know but until seeing your video I didn't know what I was missing. Thank you again
It can be hard when you don't even know what questions to ask! But if you do come up with a question please do ask!
exactly, you are reading my mind. (that could be scary :) )
Thank you for doing these. This will help me out a great deal. Sometimes the part that tells you about the repeating can be very confusing. I look forward to the next video.
I'm going to try and clear that up!
Just watched you video on reading a pattern. Very informative. Thank you. I've been wanting to learn to read charts. A simple chart is easy enough but when their are many charts to one pattern I get confused. I hope you'll walk us thru that.
I'll think on how to explain that. Are you referring to multiple charts worked sequentially or multiple charts worked concurrently?
Thank you so much for this video!!!!! ❤️❤️❤️ Best video I have seen about pattern reading!!! I feel like knitting patterns are a foreign language. 😭🤦🏻♀️😩😂 It has kept me up at night some nights lol.
That is so wonderful to hear. If you have any specific questions the FaceBook group is always a good place to ask.
I am a verrrry new knitter. I'm currently knitting a cowl in all knit stitch. It only took me 2 decades to get how to use 2 needles vs 1 hook! I'm a very visual learner and there aren't many tutorials I find useful. They either move too fast or don't show the stitch enough before they speed up to get to the next part.
I don't have access to classes here as the only yarn store is Wal-Mart 😒
I have been wanting to knit for ages and I constantly find patterns that I love only to be sad that it's knitting. I love your channel and your energy, I'm so glad you're doing this video series!
Thank you! If there is anything specific that I could address please let me know and I can try and incorporate it.
@@WatchBarbaraKnit indeed! How to fix a dropped stitch would very helpful. My cowl is in timeout until I figure out how to frog it back to the skipped stitch or to fix it! 😂
Love your new work space, but not sure if you're aware that the very bright light coming in through the window, over your left shoulder, is very glaring, and for this shutterbug quite distracting. Now, about this pattern reading tutorial, I love it! I can't wait to watch the rest of them.
Pretty much that entire wall is window so I there's not much I can do about it. If I can figure something out I will.
A moveable screen would go a long way toward allowing me to see the videos better. A screen could also give you a place to temporarily display samples. I love seeing your pieces in the background.
nothing more frustrating than a poorly written pattern, once I went to my LYS for help with one and they couldn't even figure it out so kudos to you
I've been on the LYS side of that - being completely unable to figure out what a pattern was talking about and you are right! So very frustrating!
Thank you so much I’m a beginner knitter , all I’ve been making is dish cloths, I want to move on . When I read pattern with asterisk at end , does that mean repeat whole row or just that last particular stitch? So happy I found you. Thank you 😊
I'm afraid it depends entirely on the pattern. The pattern writer should define somewhere in the pattern what all of their abbreviations and symbols mean. You may find Lesson Two helpful: ua-cam.com/video/jQiXQ0x83xk/v-deo.html
knitese is hard for long time knitting but down right scary for a beginner. i just should stitch were standardize like the japan stitches
LOL see, I find the Japanese patterns confusing.
Will you show your ssk? never heard your version. There are so many. Sounds like the best thing to do is knit up samples of the various ways that people do them and others that I'm sure I'll learn have a vastly different twist than how you/ I have been taught or used them. This is a great series for me to follow. Great idea Barbara. I am hoping to learn to read graphs eventually as well. I'll stay turned. Enlightening!!!
My question would be as a designer being there are several ways to do an ssk do you always knit it though the back loop. I was taught the front loop.
I know for slip stitch I was taught that if it just says to slip and the pattern doesn't specify that it is always as if to knit. Later from another designer that you always slip as if ti Purl if it doesnt specify?
Then I read in the new Vogue Book says that if the pattern doesn't say that the rule of which way to slip is determined by the RS or WS of the pattern. Sounds like that can also be specific to the designer as well. YIKES!?!
What is your take on slip stitch if it doesn't specify? Sorry I'm slipping ahead, but this begs to which way to slip a stitch as we all know can be different dependng upon pattern.
Do you happen to know if each designer does whatever stitch in several ways themselves for different looks or if each pattern (would / should) say but may not. I assume its a personal prefference then? But you know what they say about assumptions. LOL
SO making samples of how each way looks is a REALLY good idea. I think I just gave myself an assignment! Do you always do your ssk in the same fashion? I REALLY APPRECIATE you tackling this series.
I made a video about left leaning decreases that included ssk, you can see it here: ua-cam.com/video/dDBWHplIyBM/v-deo.html
As far as slipped stitches, one of the distinctions I always make is a stand alone slipped stitch or a slipped stitch that is a constituent part of a larger stitch. If it is simply a stand alone slipped stitch you always slip it purlwise unless directed otherwise. I'm not certain what Vogue Knitting might be referring to purlwise is purlwise regardless if you are in the RS or WS. If the slipped stitch is part of a larger overall stitch like ssk, s1-k2tog-psso, skp .... then you typically want to slip it knitwise but that can be changed by the designer.
I don't know what other designers do, but I frequently try different stitches based on context when I am designing. I pretty much always do s1 kwise, s1 kwise, k2tog-tbl when I am ssking, but there are times where I prefer skp, especially with bulky yarns.
Thank you, Barbara, I am currently knitting a jumper and I am stuck on the instruction for the sleeves where I have started to decrease. But I don't know what "work 3 rows" mean. Can you please explain. I enjoyed listening to your instructions on reading knitting pattern. Thanks!
Work 3 rows simply means that you need to work 3 rows in the established pattern. The word "work" is used to avoid confusion that might occur if the instructions simply said "knit three rows". The implication being that the next three rows needed to be knitted when it might be something in a texture or with patterning.
HI great video, but can you explain whether blocking is really necessary?
I have been known to talk about blocking a lot LOL! ua-cam.com/video/vFH7gL7rUM4/v-deo.html
hello, something that baffles me and Id like to know more about is HOW to interpret and read patterns that are written for Lace shawls. I have an idea but I find them very perplexing at times. I know they are knit in multiples of stitches and as the pattern grows you just add them, I have started to do that and am making them up as I go along separating them all with markers , and so far so good, but I still find reading actual patterns is difficult. But I love knitting shawls and would like to know more about them. thank you. These are great videos and support for the knitting community.
I'm not certain precisely what your question is. Before you start making things up it might be useful to knit some well written patterns until you get a good feel for how things work. Trying to step into a dance when you don't know the steps is a recipe for falling on your face!
Barbara, making a scarf for a friend. How do I know what the length is suppose to be. Thanks. Love your style and you bring so much joy
Typically a good length for a scarf is the person's "wingspan" ie: the distance from fingertip to fingertip when their arms are outstretched. I tend to make scarves in the 7 - 8 foot range because I like looping them, but that can be overkill.
Thank you much. Great guideline. I like wraps too. Love your energy and you are an awesome teacher. Wish you could have been my Geometry Teacher in High School!!! 😜
Thank God im a basic knitter it is so frustrating reading pattern especially Patons they are so hard to understand youe videos are so clear thank so much for your clear instructions it is easier f o r me to use the mobile phone and i dont no how use Facebook YOU tube is my best information source 😊
I am so glad you are finding the videos useful!
Barbara, I am knitting the Anemone shawl, free on Ravelry, I am on the Bobble section Row 32 starts with 35 stitches, K5, make bobble, to last 5 k stitches. The row should end with 41 stitches, but I could not figure out where the increase came in. I can't figure it out. Can you help me?
I am afraid I cannot provide pattern support for other people's patterns. I encourage you to contact the designer of the pattern or check out the comments on the project pages that others have made.
Hi Barbara: I am knitting a Goat. the pattern said to Cast on 32 St. no problem there. I have problem with this: First and foll 3 alt rows (WS): Purl. Then follow by: Inc row: K9, m;, k14,ml, k9 (34 sts.). I appreciated your help.
Hi! I am afraid I cannot provide pattern support for a pattern I did not write. I encourage you to contact the designer of the piece you are working on.
Yarnovers , does it make any difference if a YO is needed the way a person adds one?
The short answer is yes. You can get a longer answer in this video: ua-cam.com/video/bcD5hXwZpN8/v-deo.html
Hi Barbara, I just knitted a cowl, it was a cast on of 36 stitches, bulky wool, 6.5 knitting needles. Now I want a matching hat that matches with the same pattern! Now for the hat I want it a big wider than the scarf by maybe 3 inches. The pattern does not say multiple of anything? So I'm stuck if I want extra wide. The pattern consists of 20 rows and form a 3-d beehive look and 36 cast on is perfect for the scarf and I could make a beanie hat with it but I want it wider so when I fold it and seam it it will be a little slouchy at the back. How many would you calculate this puzzles lol... Also the scarf is knitted flat and I want to make the hat in the round but if that's too difficult I'll just have to seam it and I'll be happy. Any suggestions? The first 3 and last stitches are always knitted so it looks like garter stitching, this way the scarf doesn't curl and the middle 30 stitches form the pattern for 20 rows which are repeated for as long as you want the scarf to be...I'm not worried about the length just the width. Thanks Barbara any advice would be appreciated.
Funnily enough I just did a video that might help you with part of your problem! But getting stitches to fit into repeats is one of the biggest challenges a designer faces. To convert into the round you have to figure out the motif repeat and then calculate from there. It sounds like yours is 20 - and for a hat that is tough because that is your minimum unit that has to be repeated. ua-cam.com/video/VwA5QxLmt54/v-deo.html
Speaking of other people's patterns: If it keeps making last row before bind off a knit row, should you make an extra row of pearl so the bind off can be in knit???
I can't say that yes, you should 100% do that. But if it's what you like then go for it. Personally, as a designer I typically try out several different ways to bind off so you might just want to see how it turns out as written.
Hi i got a big question for you i am a new knitter and i am try to knit a pattern by i am stuck on a reading line the line dose p1. *k3. P2*. Repeat from ** 4-4-5-6-7-8 times in total can you show me how to do 5hat please
Hi! This video actually has a Part 2 that might help you. You can find it here: ua-cam.com/video/jQiXQ0x83xk/v-deo.html
Barbara, I am knitting a top down hat last rows are knit 10, purl 1, turning ridge, knit 10, bind off, leaving a long tail. Finishing: fold brim to ws at turning ridge and sew down. Can you help me understand what sew down would mean? Needle and thread or use long tail to sew down?
Can you help me?
I would use the long tail or yarn that you used for the project. Just sew it down however works for you and doesn't show on the right side.
@@WatchBarbaraKnit Barbara, Thank you so much. I love your videos and I love your personality. Thank you
Hi, i have been knitting a jumper and each time i do it, it turns out about 3 sizes too big, i have tried different yarns and also gone down 2 sizes. What am i doing wrong?
More likely than not it has to do with gauge, maybe this video will help you? ua-cam.com/video/eP_hz5_5czs/v-deo.html
Barbara can you help me? I am knitting a top down hat, started with 4 stitches and directions are to increase by one every other row. My question is, if I place a marker at the beginning and I do not have enough stitiches to finish the row before I get to the marker, what do I do?
for example If I am knitting 5, yarn over and I reach my marker but only have 2 or 3 stitches what do I do? I appreciate your help. Thank you
I am afraid that is entirely dependent on the pattern, but if it is written well and correct then if you don't have enough stitches then you have probably made an error. If it is a poorly written pattern or contains an error then the only way to find out is to contact the publisher of the pattern. The answer is, you either shouldn't have that situation or if it is part of the pattern the author should tell you what to do. This instruction could look something like *k5, YO; rep from * to end of round ending with a k3. Which would tell you that you won't have enough sts to finish that final repeat.
@@WatchBarbaraKnit Barbra, Thank you so much for answering my question. I am going to start over and see if I can catch my mistake. I love your videos. Much appreciated
How can you preview a pattern before buying, to see if you really want it, say on Ravelry.
Unfortunately there really isn't a way to do that with digital patterns. If you have questions you can always contact the designer and ask!
Can you help me understand these instructions: 80 stitches on needle. Rib 6. Leave these sts on st holder. K3. *inc 1 st in next st. K3. Repeat from *to last 7 sts. K1. Leave remaining st on st holder. Working on these 84 sts. and beginning with purl row, work 11 rows. I’m not getting 84 sts to carry on with pattern? I ended up with over 90 sts. What am I doing wrong? Help? Thank you, really enjoying your videos.
Hi! I'm afraid I cannot provide pattern support for another designers pattern. That said, I checked the math and it should work just fine.
If you start with 80 and transfer 6 to a holder you get 74. Outside of the repeated section you have the k3, and then the final 7 so you subtract 10 and get 64 sts on which to work your repeat. Your repeat will use 4 stitches and create one stitch per repeat so you divide 64 by 4 and get 16. Since you are adding 1 st per repeat you will add 16 stitches. Once you've worked your 16 repeats you knit one additional st and then the final 6 go onto a stitch holder. So you subtract 6 from the 74 you were working and get 68. Add in the 16 new stitches you created (68 +16) and you get 84 sts on your needle with two stitch holders on either side each holding 6 sts.
Oh my, Thanks so much! I’ll give it another go. Greatly appreciate your help!
how can i read chart patterns
I have made a video on this: ua-cam.com/video/wHWyFHrmYUY/v-deo.html
Hi please tell me what tue brown and green on the deck/patio behind you. Green in center with brown trailing things. Is that fiber? or a plant? great video thanks ill be watching.
LOL! That is all of my circular needles. I have a sleeve that holds them all and all the dangly bits are the needles.
I just bought some I'm new to knitting literally learning.the patterns look totally alien language 😂. I bought three UK. I'm like mannnn ....what. I got to go UA-cam get help lol
USA is different than UK. Hopefully I can get just of it.
It really is like learning a new language. There are differences between UK and USA terminology, but it isn't as bad as with crochet.
My name is Karen Kennedy ì would like to.learn to how to make dish cloth
I would recommend searching UA-cam for dish cloth videos!
I accidentally bought a knitting pattern written in icelandic...not my best move. but im trying to figure it out so i came here.
I'm afraid I'll be no help with Icelandic.
@@WatchBarbaraKnit you were very helpful with deciphering the knitting terminology though :)