The little "tug" on the purl stitch you mentioned has changed so much for my knitting! Not only does it produce a perfect rib, but doing it on the 1st purl stitch on the WS of the stockinette stitch eliminates that loose stitch that's so common and very frustrating. Thank you so much!
I love your videos! You are a very good teacher. I’ve been looking for knitting classes near me but now that I’ve discovered your channel I don’t need to leave my house! Everything I need to learn is on your channel. Thank you again!!
Thank you so, so much for the demo at the end on how to weave in the tail properly!! OMG!!! This is the first demo I've seen that shows how to do this with ribbed fabric. I've searched high and low for the info, and am really happy to have seen it here. Much appreciated!
Great video. The best way I have found to practically eliminate a jog when joining the cast on edge is NOT to make a slip knot - the knot itself emphasizes the jog. I also cast on one extra stitch and then knit the last stitch together with the first stitch to join the round. The join is practically invisible - I have to look for it at times! I tried many different joining techniques when I started knitting in the round. No slip knot and joining by k2tog gave the best results, hands down.
Thanks for the tip for making the ribbing look cleaner. I never liked ribbing before because of that 2nd K stitch looking so uneven but your tip really made a difference. It looks so much better and now I look forward to adding ribbing to my projects. Thank you so much Staci!
Thank you for the wonderful tips. I'm a self taught knitter and have been knitting close to 20 years now, but I never properly learned how to apply the "detail" techniques that comes with knitting. You will never know how much your videos mean to me and they truly are invaluable. P.S. I'm so happy you are feeling better.
What you are able to do with yarn is literally magic. I love watching your videos. I support you all the way and I appreciate your art for all that it's worth. You have sincerely been blessed.
Timestamps for tips: 3:06 Tips for casting on 4:06 Joining in the round 5:31 Tip for tight & tidy ribbing (spec. k2p2 & up) 6:55 Weaving in ends (eliminating the jog & keep the ribbing stretchy)
I bought a 16¨cord and the size 9, 3¨ needle and made my first hat! I also bought the Dreamz circular needle set and I love all my needles and cords and stuff that came with it and the case they came in! Thank you Staci!
I’m starting to give up on just how closely our internet behavior is watched. I just looked at knitted hat patterns last night and then this evening, this video comes up. Which is perfect given the pattern I picked. Also, I always appreciate your excellent verbal & visual instructions.
Hi !! I've been doing the slight tug now on everything now and it really has made a difference in the look of the hats and everything else I've been making. I can't thank you enough.
I don't say it's necessary, but my ribs look a lot better with it than without it and it still has the stretch needed for a cuff or such. Now I find I do it without even thinking about it.
Thank you i always look forward to your videos. I love knitting hats also. When i am knitting on something and i'm just not feeling it instead of starting a whole new project i knit a hat! Then i go back to my project.
I see you weave in the second leg from the inside to outside, I'll see how I like that. I usually match the first leg going from outside to inside. Great tips!
I just LOVE your videos! You are an amazing teacher, you have so many great tips & tricks for making knits look great, I love learning them all! Thank you for putting out so many great, helpful videos, you've helped me personally grow so much in the short time since I started knitting & I sincerely appreciate all your help. I love knitting in the round. Hats have become a quick favorite of mine, so this video in particular is great. You've put a lot of information from a bunch of other videos you have out there all into one great tutorial. Again, thanks for making learning so easy & fun, especially for beginners like me. With all that said, I've recently decided I wanted to learn to knit shawls (particularly using beads, another technique of which you have a very helpful video guide for). There are 2 techniques in particular that can be quite confusing & while there are other video tutorials out there, I personally learn the best/most/quickest from your videos & I was wondering if you had videos for the "Garter Tab" at the very beginning of a lot of shawl patterns out there &/or the "Nupp stitch"? I haven't found any, but I'm hoping I just missed them. If not, I know you've taken suggestions from viewers before so maybe those are videos you could make sometime in the future. (:
Thank you Staci. Those are nice needle's and I'm so glad that you made this video .I for one have started knitting hat's here lately and am always confused about which method to use when joining, you made it look so simple, I will be using your method tomorrow when I join my hat together.
I made almost 20 knitted hats for my family members for Christmas (unfortunately the one I made for myself went missing *sobs*). I love knitting hats, it's so much fun!
That advice on how to get the right length tail for a long-tail cast-on was incredibly helpful - all the videos I've seen demonstrating long-tail cast-ons didn't say how they got the tail length, and the knitters I've asked just went "Oh, you get an eye for it after a while". The main reason I've been avoiding such cast-ons was that I didn't want to have to undo and redo my cast-on row repeatedly, which I feared would happen if I was just trying to guess the tail length. Now I feel like I can give it a try.
Please design a ponytail hat, (hat with a hole in the top) I've seen several crocheted ones that include a stretchy ponytail holder, not sure if that would even be a possibility if it's knitted! Thanks Stacy, your the best knitting tutor on UA-cam, (NOT KIDDING) I'm prob old enuf to be your mom, but I still want to be just like you when I grow up! Love you to bits!
I've seen several vids on the messy bun hat & they seem complicated (5yrs knitting & no socks or sweaters yet...slow learner. My sis says just knit till it fits the crown & start decreasing. That still doesn't tell me much...what's the formula for that decreasing? Parmonie...I like your idea of the ribbing :)
Eliminating the jog in the cast on row is a big eye opener for me, but weaving the tail in adds a new twist to dimension to that process for me...Thanks for the information!
Love the tug tip! I saw it on another tutorial you made. I've been knitting for years and this was new to me. Fantastic. All the tips are great. I like the way you weave in the end. Very helpful!
To MrsG87 - I suspect Staci was showing the Tubular Cast on with the scrap yarn. I like it for hats and socks with ribbed cuff as it is nearly "invisible" and super stretchy. To Debi Drange, I do Portugese knitting for ribbing and definitely don't have to do the extra tug. OTOH, I tend to be super tight in all styles, so my experience may not be the same as yours. Staci, as always, your videos are so well done. I love the way you eliminated the jog with the weave in. like BigPhyl, I have taken to casting on an extra stitch and then using K2TOG on that stitch and the first stitch, but it doesn't entirely eliminate the jog in my experience.
Do you ever use smaller needles for the cuff of a hat, then go to a size up for the actual body of the hat? I have done that sometimes and it works out well for me!
I feel kind of smart for a new knitter. I always weave in my ends up and down instead of across. I really like the way you get rid of the jog at the beginning. Now I feel like knitting a hat and I have just the yarn I need....
I was looking for the technique on how to weave in the tail on a turtleneck sweater to eliminate the “jog” look. What you did on the cuff was exactly what I was looking for!... the only thing I would ask is can you do it on a cuff that’s not ribbed so we can see it a little better.
I know that "long tail" can be used for several different cast ons, but is the one you show THE long-tail cast on? The cast-on I learned first is sometimes called the slingshot cast-on, looks similar to this. I hope my question makes sense.
Great video, so many great tips! Do you have any tips for helping a knit hat keep its shape? In my experience the ribbed cuff stretches out over time and the hat becomes too loose. I usually knit with wool yarn.
If the second knit stitch in the ribbing is already wonky, will blocking even it out a bit? I've already knit my ribbed cuff and the second knit stitch looks looser than the first. I don't really want to frog everything and start over if I don't have to.
Would you say the technique you use to eliminate the jog , is similar to a duplicate stitch? I just had to do several dupe sts to cover up a couple mistakes I made on a double knit brioche fair isle Dr. Who scarf I'm doing and I noticed the similarity, hence my question ;) Thank you so much for this wonderful informative tutorial ! Fantastic as always :)
Thanks for these tips. But I have a problem. When I cast on the long tail or German twisted CO, my stitches are usually even. But as soon as I start working the first row as a 2x2 ribbing, I end up with uneven stitches and laddering in the CO, which also shows up through the purl columns. I'm thinking it could be that I CO a bit too tightly. I've been trying your technique for tightening up the first purl after a knit, and it's not working out for me, I'm still getting wonky stitches even though the rest of my stitches are even. How do you ensure that firstly your CO isn't too tight, and secondly, that you don't end up with uneven CO stitches when working the first row? I've just started resorting to using a twisted ribbing because I can't get my regular 2x2 ribbing to look lovely.
I do something similar. I put the first stitch on the right needle and work it with the last stitch as a p2tog (or k2tog, if that's the pattern). No jog!
Both interesting ways to avoid the jog; I've never heard of either of these ways so I will have to try them out the next time I knit ITR. I usually CO an extra stitch, move the 1st stitch (the slipknot) onto the right needle & bind off the extra stitch... & no jog!
Don't make a slip knot and the join becomes even more seamless - the knot adds unnecessary bulk at the join. My mind was blown the first time I saw a knitting video with a long-tail cast on and no slip knot, but I was like, "Oh, yeah. I guess it's not really necessary." If I'm knitting a flat piece that will have corners (i.e. scarf), I use a slip knot because it defines the corner. When knitting in the round, I don't use one because I don't want any part of the join 'defined'.
Somehow I've managed to use a 9'' circular needle for my projects, it was perfect for older hats but have also worked for adult size hats. Wondering if a 16'' will make a big difference?
I do the extra stitch, then slip it to the left, then slip the first stitch through the extra one and start knitting. I like doing the wrap count too. I'll count ten wraps, then fold that bit so many times to count by tens until I need as many. I really liked the cast on you featured a while back with the scrap yarn and then taking out the scrap yarn, but can't remember the name of it.
I'm curious which CO you are referring to... does anyone know which CO method this could be? Sounds like provisional to me but is there another one that uses scrap yarn that doesn't leave live stitches?
Thank you so much for this tutorial especially for the weaving of the tail. I have knitted a ribbed cuff hat but now I would like to attach a knitted ribbed cuff to it so it could fold over. Can you help me with that? This hat is a match to a scarf I did.
You can use the "pick up and knit" technique to add more cuff, but it will leave a significant ridge in your work. ua-cam.com/video/htAHtNnuE7Q/v-deo.html There are people who say that you can unravel the cast-on and add stitches - I don't recommend this. It will mess with the stripes in the knitting. My best advice - leave that hat as it is. Knit another hat with the fold-over cuff you want.
Debi Drange I knit Portuguese and I found it to be unnecessary, probably because you don't actually move the yarn so much and you always keep it under tension (almost like a guitar string).
Debi Drange I switched from Continental to Portuguese but sometimes still knit Continental, depending on my mood... and on the project, too - couldn't imagine doing stranded knitting in Continental anymore now that I have learned how easy that is in the Portuguese style. :) I also did some projects like shawls where I used Continental for the right side and Portuguese for the wrong (purl) side. Anything goes (besides of picking/throwing/lever knitting - can't hold my yarn in the right hand).
Same here knit stitches Continental and purls Portuguese yarn held in left hand and just can't throw. Small movements make greater speed too. Love the even tension of Portuguese knitting. I don't mind purling at all anymore. 🙂
I have a question about what to do after knitting 2x2 ribbing and noticing that you have that second knit column all loose. What can you do to tighten up that column after the fact? Next time I will definitely do the tug! Thank you for all the videos!
Hi Staci! What if I was using the Norwegian purl technique? Do you think a tug on the yarn would still be needed? I have attempted this and my knitting was very wonky but maybe I was doing something wrong. Im no pro but still at a pro- beginner stage.
I guess my next question would be when I would "tug" to tighten the yarn. With the Norwegian purl method the working yarn stays in the back of the needles so you never have to move it in front of needles. so would I tug when the stitch is already on the right needle? sorry if this is such a stupid question. I always second guess myself.
Question: When considering purchased these needles, I read some critiques that the needles broke at the point where the wood meets the metal. Any comments? I have been searching for a similar kit with chrome or metal needles so this won't happen. Thanks! Donna
Thanks so much for such a quick answer! I feel better now making this purchase! I make mostly hats and have a few short needle tips but this kit will cover all the sizes! Have a great day and thanks for all your very helpful videos! I just watched the three tips for 2 x 2 ribbing and the ideas are very do-able and things I never thought of that will making my hats even better!!! Thanks again! Donna
Hi, I have over the years purchased a few pairs of circular needles (pre Internet). So the problem is that my first attempt was dismal (also I am self taught and no one else knitted!). So I have trepidation with this knitting. Do you have any videos on "how to for beginners"? Thanks. :)
Here you go: ua-cam.com/video/kIZWglOcyjI/v-deo.html I have several videos on projects that use circular needles, but this video should be a good overview for you.
From the FAQ on my website: Q: Where did you get your blocking board? A: Unfortunately, blocking boards like mine are currently not available anywhere. The alternative is blocking mats, which are small puzzle pieces that fit together. You can find those at many retailers, including Knit Picks and WEBS.
Yes - there is a hole that can be used for a lifeline. I prefer to use a tapestry needle to run lifelines, but you can use the hole at the base of the cord.
Actually that is the only way I've ever done lifelines until I saw you do one utilizing the needle in a tutorial. I will probably continue to use my tapestry needle as well but it is a nice option to have. Thank you for your prompt response.
I prefer an Estonian cast on for stretchy edges. Do you have a video for this technique? It makes a nice edge to the work as well. P.S. I enjoy your tutorials.
Ribbing really shouldn't curl...my guess is that you are using a yarn that is too thick for your needle size, creating a fabric that is really dense? If you are following a pattern and using the recommended yarn, I suggest contacting the pattern designer to see how she dealt with this situation.
Garter stitch is the closest to that. You knit every row on a flat piece, or alternate knitting a round and purling a round if you're knitting in-the-round.
LOL I was holding my breath to see how you wove in the end on ribbing, thinking it would be nice to know how to do it "the right way" after all these years...and found that you do it exactly the way I've done it forever because it's less noticeable and still stretchy! I had a good laugh at myself for not trusting my process. Thank you for your fabulous videos. You've been a major reason why I've upped my knitting game these last few years.
The ribbing in my demonstration sample? About two inches, when finished. You'll want to follow your pattern, the length in my sample isn't a "right" or "correct" length.
I don't know what happened but when I went to look for my Wednesday video from you, it wasn't there. Here i had to re-subscribe. Must be my toddlers playing with my phone again!
Most people don't! I learned from watching some of the business channels. There's a lot of shake up on youtube right now, and stuff going on a casual user would be totally unaware of.
I thought I would let you know before the littles get into trouble! HA HA!!! From what I understand, a constantly shifting subscriber count is a constant issue for accounts. And quite an aggravation for people like you who just want to see their shows from the channels they like. You don't even know it's missing until you go and look. I'm not saying it isn't the children, but it's a better likelihood it's a youtube issue.
So here’s the thing about the Knitters Pride circular needles. Because you more or less recommended them I went ahead and invested in a set which cost me over $100 plus the shipping. These needles have a tiny hole near the tip which I have no idea why it’s there as it serves no purpose. If that hole is not smooth the wool can catch on it and make knitting an unpleasant experience. I should have taken note of an online reviewer who expressed the same problem. I now have a set of needles I do not like so anyone reading this, do the research first and don’t always go by what people say on YT. Learnt a very expensive lesson.
Sorry you're having a bad experience - I would contact Knitter's Pride with your issue. At the base of the cord there are two holes - one is for the "key" that you use to tighten the needle, and the other is for stringing lifelines. If any part of your needle is not smooth and catching the yarn, you have a defective needle set, and you should contact Knitter's Pride for a replacement. I recommend these needles and use them myself, and I have never run into that issue with Knitter's Pride needles, but they have good customer service. I don't work for the company in any way, but you can contact them via Facebook message.
VeryPink Knits I have contacted them. The issue is not the hole where you tighten the needle to the cord, the issue is the holes at the point where you knit through the stitches.
VeryPink Knits thank you for your reply. I bought them because you had recommended them and you did say that Knitters Pride sponsored the video. I’ll wait to hear from them, I’d like to know why those holes are at the tip, they don’t serve any purpose unless they help with the manufacture of them although I’ve never seen needles with holes near the tips. Strange.
@@cloudydaez I had this very problem with a set of Knitters Pride needles. I sent them back because this is a defect and really does keep catching the yarn when you try to knit with them.
Staci, you do so excellent. Here I am trying to learn at 84 years old.
Oh good luck to you!
It is never too late to learn. 😊♥️
Agree, I’m 78 getting some Christmas gifts together.
Thank you so much for all your tips and techniques. You never disappoint and your tips are always easy to follow and apply in knit projects. 🤟
The little "tug" on the purl stitch you mentioned has changed so much for my knitting! Not only does it produce a perfect rib, but doing it on the 1st purl stitch on the WS of the stockinette stitch eliminates that loose stitch that's so common and very frustrating. Thank you so much!
I love your videos! You are a very good teacher. I’ve been looking for knitting classes near me but now that I’ve discovered your channel I don’t need to leave my house! Everything I need to learn is on your channel. Thank you again!!
Thank you so, so much for the demo at the end on how to weave in the tail properly!! OMG!!! This is the first demo I've seen that shows how to do this with ribbed fabric. I've searched high and low for the info, and am really happy to have seen it here. Much appreciated!
Great video.
The best way I have found to practically eliminate a jog when joining the cast on edge is NOT to make a slip knot - the knot itself emphasizes the jog. I also cast on one extra stitch and then knit the last stitch together with the first stitch to join the round. The join is practically invisible - I have to look for it at times!
I tried many different joining techniques when I started knitting in the round. No slip knot and joining by k2tog gave the best results, hands down.
Thanks for the tip for making the ribbing look cleaner. I never liked ribbing before because of that 2nd K stitch looking so uneven but your tip really made a difference. It looks so much better and now I look forward to adding ribbing to my projects. Thank you so much Staci!
Thank you for the wonderful tips. I'm a self taught knitter and have been knitting close to 20 years now, but I never properly learned how to apply the "detail" techniques that comes with knitting. You will never know how much your videos mean to me and they truly are invaluable.
P.S. I'm so happy you are feeling better.
What you are able to do with yarn is literally magic. I love watching your videos. I support you all the way and I appreciate your art for all that it's worth. You have sincerely been blessed.
Timestamps for tips:
3:06 Tips for casting on
4:06 Joining in the round
5:31 Tip for tight & tidy ribbing (spec. k2p2 & up)
6:55 Weaving in ends (eliminating the jog & keep the ribbing stretchy)
I bought a 16¨cord and the size 9, 3¨ needle and made my first hat! I also bought the Dreamz circular needle set and I love all my needles and cords and stuff that came with it and the case they came in! Thank you Staci!
I’m starting to give up on just how closely our internet behavior is watched. I just looked at knitted hat patterns last night and then this evening, this video comes up. Which is perfect given the pattern I picked. Also, I always appreciate your excellent verbal & visual instructions.
Hi !! I've been doing the slight tug now on everything now and it really has made a difference in the look of the hats and everything else I've been making. I can't thank you enough.
I don't say it's necessary, but my ribs look a lot better with it than without it and it still has the stretch needed for a cuff or such. Now I find I do it without even thinking about it.
Thank you i always look forward to your videos. I love knitting hats also. When i am knitting on something and i'm just not feeling it instead of starting a whole new project i knit a hat! Then i go back to my project.
I see you weave in the second leg from the inside to outside, I'll see how I like that. I usually match the first leg going from outside to inside. Great tips!
I just LOVE your videos! You are an amazing teacher, you have so many great tips & tricks for making knits look great, I love learning them all! Thank you for putting out so many great, helpful videos, you've helped me personally grow so much in the short time since I started knitting & I sincerely appreciate all your help.
I love knitting in the round. Hats have become a quick favorite of mine, so this video in particular is great. You've put a lot of information from a bunch of other videos you have out there all into one great tutorial. Again, thanks for making learning so easy & fun, especially for beginners like me.
With all that said, I've recently decided I wanted to learn to knit shawls (particularly using beads, another technique of which you have a very helpful video guide for). There are 2 techniques in particular that can be quite confusing & while there are other video tutorials out there, I personally learn the best/most/quickest from your videos & I was wondering if you had videos for the "Garter Tab" at the very beginning of a lot of shawl patterns out there &/or the "Nupp stitch"? I haven't found any, but I'm hoping I just missed them. If not, I know you've taken suggestions from viewers before so maybe those are videos you could make sometime in the future. (:
Thank you Staci. Those are nice needle's and I'm so glad that you made this video .I for one have started knitting hat's here lately and am always confused about which method to use when joining, you made it look so simple, I will be using your method tomorrow when I join my hat together.
I made almost 20 knitted hats for my family members for Christmas (unfortunately the one I made for myself went missing *sobs*). I love knitting hats, it's so much fun!
You videos never disappoint! Lots of great tips for new and experienced knitters! Thanks
That advice on how to get the right length tail for a long-tail cast-on was incredibly helpful - all the videos I've seen demonstrating long-tail cast-ons didn't say how they got the tail length, and the knitters I've asked just went "Oh, you get an eye for it after a while". The main reason I've been avoiding such cast-ons was that I didn't want to have to undo and redo my cast-on row repeatedly, which I feared would happen if I was just trying to guess the tail length. Now I feel like I can give it a try.
Please design a ponytail hat, (hat with a hole in the top) I've seen several crocheted ones that include a stretchy ponytail holder, not sure if that would even be a possibility if it's knitted! Thanks Stacy, your the best knitting tutor on UA-cam, (NOT KIDDING) I'm prob old enuf to be your mom, but I still want to be just like you when I grow up! Love you to bits!
I feel like it's fairly simple to knit. I would stop decreasing early and add a few rows of ribbing instead of decreasing all the way.
I've seen several vids on the messy bun hat & they seem complicated (5yrs knitting & no socks or sweaters yet...slow learner. My sis says just knit till it fits the crown & start decreasing. That still doesn't tell me much...what's the formula for that decreasing? Parmonie...I like your idea of the ribbing :)
Eliminating the jog in the cast on row is a big eye opener for me, but weaving the tail in adds a new twist to dimension to that process for me...Thanks for the information!
Love the tug tip! I saw it on another tutorial you made. I've been knitting for years and this was new to me. Fantastic. All the tips are great. I like the way you weave in the end. Very helpful!
A treasure trove of tips in an itty bitty video. Yay, Staci! Great tutorial, as usual. Thanks!
I just noticed that you look like Ms.Babcock from The Nanny. I am LOVING IT!
To MrsG87 - I suspect Staci was showing the Tubular Cast on with the scrap yarn. I like it for hats and socks with ribbed cuff as it is nearly "invisible" and super stretchy.
To Debi Drange, I do Portugese knitting for ribbing and definitely don't have to do the extra tug. OTOH, I tend to be super tight in all styles, so my experience may not be the same as yours.
Staci, as always, your videos are so well done. I love the way you eliminated the jog with the weave in. like BigPhyl, I have taken to casting on an extra stitch and then using K2TOG on that stitch and the first stitch, but it doesn't entirely eliminate the jog in my experience.
Do you ever use smaller needles for the cuff of a hat, then go to a size up for the actual body of the hat? I have done that sometimes and it works out well for me!
Thank you for this. The tug after the purl st is a great tip.
I feel kind of smart for a new knitter. I always weave in my ends up and down instead of across. I really like the way you get rid of the jog at the beginning. Now I feel like knitting a hat and I have just the yarn I need....
I was looking for the technique on how to weave in the tail on a turtleneck sweater to eliminate the “jog” look. What you did on the cuff was exactly what I was looking for!... the only thing I would ask is can you do it on a cuff that’s not ribbed so we can see it a little better.
I know that "long tail" can be used for several different cast ons, but is the one you show THE long-tail cast on? The cast-on I learned first is sometimes called the slingshot cast-on, looks similar to this. I hope my question makes sense.
Yes - I do my LTCO the "thumb" method, but you can also use the slingshot method. Both styles give you the same result. I have videos on both.
@@verypinkknits thanks for replying!
Thanks, Stacey. Good teaching
Great video, so many great tips! Do you have any tips for helping a knit hat keep its shape? In my experience the ribbed cuff stretches out over time and the hat becomes too loose. I usually knit with wool yarn.
If the second knit stitch in the ribbing is already wonky, will blocking even it out a bit? I've already knit my ribbed cuff and the second knit stitch looks looser than the first. I don't really want to frog everything and start over if I don't have to.
Yes Indeed, I really needed this tutorial! Stacy, Thank you so much! I pray that All is Well with you!
Would you say the technique you use to eliminate the jog , is similar to a duplicate stitch? I just had to do several dupe sts to cover up a couple mistakes I made on a double knit brioche fair isle Dr. Who scarf I'm doing and I noticed the similarity, hence my question ;) Thank you so much for this wonderful informative tutorial ! Fantastic as always :)
Thanks for these tips. But I have a problem. When I cast on the long tail or German twisted CO, my stitches are usually even. But as soon as I start working the first row as a 2x2 ribbing, I end up with uneven stitches and laddering in the CO, which also shows up through the purl columns. I'm thinking it could be that I CO a bit too tightly. I've been trying your technique for tightening up the first purl after a knit, and it's not working out for me, I'm still getting wonky stitches even though the rest of my stitches are even. How do you ensure that firstly your CO isn't too tight, and secondly, that you don't end up with uneven CO stitches when working the first row? I've just started resorting to using a twisted ribbing because I can't get my regular 2x2 ribbing to look lovely.
I always cast on one extra stitch and place that last stitch on the first needle and knit that stitch and first stitch together.
I do something similar. I put the first stitch on the right needle and work it with the last stitch as a p2tog (or k2tog, if that's the pattern). No jog!
Both interesting ways to avoid the jog; I've never heard of either of these ways so I will have to try them out the next time I knit ITR. I usually CO an extra stitch, move the 1st stitch (the slipknot) onto the right needle & bind off the extra stitch... & no jog!
Don't make a slip knot and the join becomes even more seamless - the knot adds unnecessary bulk at the join.
My mind was blown the first time I saw a knitting video with a long-tail cast on and no slip knot, but I was like, "Oh, yeah. I guess it's not really necessary." If I'm knitting a flat piece that will have corners (i.e. scarf), I use a slip knot because it defines the corner. When knitting in the round, I don't use one because I don't want any part of the join 'defined'.
This is how I do it too!
Like the world just opened up! Now I can fix the very thing that I wanted to improve on my hat cuffs. Yessss! Thanks so much
Somehow I've managed to use a 9'' circular needle for my projects, it was perfect for older hats but have also worked for adult size hats. Wondering if a 16'' will make a big difference?
I would say that you'll have a much easier time working adult hats on 16".
@@verypinkknits Thank you, I might need to invest in 16'' needles 👍👍
I do the extra stitch, then slip it to the left, then slip the first stitch through the extra one and start knitting. I like doing the wrap count too. I'll count ten wraps, then fold that bit so many times to count by tens until I need as many. I really liked the cast on you featured a while back with the scrap yarn and then taking out the scrap yarn, but can't remember the name of it.
I'm curious which CO you are referring to... does anyone know which CO method this could be? Sounds like provisional to me but is there another one that uses scrap yarn that doesn't leave live stitches?
I thought it might have been a Norwegian Cast On? I'll have to take a look thru the videos
I found it! tubular cast on! lol
MrsG87 awesome, thanks so much! I'll have to go watch it now... (:
Thank you so much for this tutorial especially for the weaving of the tail. I have knitted a ribbed cuff hat but now I would like to attach a knitted ribbed cuff to it so it could fold over. Can you help me with that? This hat is a match to a scarf I did.
You can use the "pick up and knit" technique to add more cuff, but it will leave a significant ridge in your work. ua-cam.com/video/htAHtNnuE7Q/v-deo.html
There are people who say that you can unravel the cast-on and add stitches - I don't recommend this. It will mess with the stripes in the knitting. My best advice - leave that hat as it is. Knit another hat with the fold-over cuff you want.
Everyone in my family received knitted hats for Christmas. I also knitted the ladies shawls.
Thanks for the chance to win these; they're awesome!
Is there a method to make less of a dip when transitioning from ribbing to stockinette?
Thanks Staci. I wonder if the extra tug will be necessary if one is using the Portuguese knitting style. I've learned so much from you, thank you.
Debi Drange I knit Portuguese and I found it to be unnecessary, probably because you don't actually move the yarn so much and you always keep it under tension (almost like a guitar string).
Thank you silverscale. I do a mixture but love Portuguese knitting since I found Staci's videos. Thank you for responding!
Debi Drange I switched from Continental to Portuguese but sometimes still knit Continental, depending on my mood... and on the project, too - couldn't imagine doing stranded knitting in Continental anymore now that I have learned how easy that is in the Portuguese style. :)
I also did some projects like shawls where I used Continental for the right side and Portuguese for the wrong (purl) side. Anything goes (besides of picking/throwing/lever knitting - can't hold my yarn in the right hand).
Same here knit stitches Continental and purls Portuguese yarn held in left hand and just can't throw. Small movements make greater speed too. Love the even tension of Portuguese knitting. I don't mind purling at all anymore. 🙂
Do you have to move yarn behind or can you use purple and pull
I have a question about what to do after knitting 2x2 ribbing and noticing that you have that second knit column all loose. What can you do to tighten up that column after the fact?
Next time I will definitely do the tug! Thank you for all the videos!
All you can really do after the fact is to block it out to even out the stitches.
Okay, thank you!
When you do the tug on purl stitch removing slack -- would you advise this on seed stitch? Great video - thank you
Any time you're switching from knits to purls.
wish I had seen this 1000 hats ago!
Hi Staci! What if I was using the Norwegian purl technique? Do you think a tug on the yarn would still be needed? I have attempted this and my knitting was very wonky but maybe I was doing something wrong. Im no pro but still at a pro- beginner stage.
I'm not familiar with the Norwegian purl technique, but "the tug" is worth a try any time you're switching between a knit and a purl.
I guess my next question would be when I would "tug" to tighten the yarn. With the Norwegian purl method the working yarn stays in the back of the needles so you never have to move it in front of needles. so would I tug when the stitch is already on the right needle? sorry if this is such a stupid question. I always second guess myself.
I love those.... I have so many sets.
Question: When considering purchased these needles, I read some critiques that the needles broke at the point where the wood meets the metal. Any comments? I have been searching for a similar kit with chrome or metal needles so this won't happen.
Thanks! Donna
I've used Knitter's Pride needles for years, almost exclusively, and I've never had one break.
Thanks so much for such a quick answer! I feel better now making this purchase! I make mostly hats and have a few short needle tips but this kit will cover all the sizes! Have a great day and thanks for all your very helpful videos! I just watched the three tips for 2 x 2 ribbing and the ideas are very do-able and things I never thought of that will making my hats even better!!! Thanks again! Donna
Such a great knitting teacher, i have learned so much. THANKYOU THANKYOU
Wow, so much good information! Thanks.
Hi, I have over the years purchased a few pairs of circular needles (pre Internet). So the problem is that my first attempt was dismal (also I am self taught and no one else knitted!). So I have trepidation with this knitting. Do you have any videos on "how to for beginners"? Thanks. :)
Here you go: ua-cam.com/video/kIZWglOcyjI/v-deo.html
I have several videos on projects that use circular needles, but this video should be a good overview for you.
Do you think it would help to do the ribbing in a size smaller than the rest of the hat?
It isn't always necessary, but some patterns call for that.
May I ask where you got your board you work over? I have been searching for one, and really like yours
From the FAQ on my website:
Q: Where did you get your blocking board?
A: Unfortunately, blocking boards like mine are currently not
available anywhere. The alternative is blocking mats, which are small
puzzle pieces that fit together. You can find those at many retailers,
including Knit Picks and WEBS.
Brilliant video as usual
Great way to weave in that tail. Does this set of needles have that hole that some of them do to run a lifeline?
Yes - there is a hole that can be used for a lifeline. I prefer to use a tapestry needle to run lifelines, but you can use the hole at the base of the cord.
Actually that is the only way I've ever done lifelines until I saw you do one utilizing the needle in a tutorial. I will probably continue to use my tapestry needle as well but it is a nice option to have. Thank you for your prompt response.
Is it okay to do a hat in 12 inch circulars?
That was a super helpful video! Thanks Stacy! I'm going to bookmark it. :)
Thanks for the info the little things we don't know how to perfect you show us
I prefer an Estonian cast on for stretchy edges. Do you have a video for this technique? It makes a nice edge to the work as well.
P.S. I enjoy your tutorials.
I love learning new CO's & BO's, so I too would love a video of a new CO method... (:
Hi. I'm Mary B. Thank you berry much, awesome lesson. I always struggle with all of this new tips.🙄😅
I would like a pigtail hat, my hair is always in pigtails. YOU ARE SO GOOD A TEACHER I KNOW YOU CAN SHOW ME HOW. 💖💙💚💛🧡💜❤👍
How do I prevent my ribbing from curling on my knitted hat
Ribbing really shouldn't curl...my guess is that you are using a yarn that is too thick for your needle size, creating a fabric that is really dense? If you are following a pattern and using the recommended yarn, I suggest contacting the pattern designer to see how she dealt with this situation.
How do you get the purl to be on both sides?
Garter stitch is the closest to that. You knit every row on a flat piece, or alternate knitting a round and purling a round if you're knitting in-the-round.
Thank you, I am learning so much by watching your video’s your the best!
Thank you.
God I love my 16 inch needles...I'm addicted to knitting hats Lately!
Thank you for the tip!
Molto molto istruttivo. Grazie!!!
Thanks Staci.
LOL I was holding my breath to see how you wove in the end on ribbing, thinking it would be nice to know how to do it "the right way" after all these years...and found that you do it exactly the way I've done it forever because it's less noticeable and still stretchy! I had a good laugh at myself for not trusting my process. Thank you for your fabulous videos. You've been a major reason why I've upped my knitting game these last few years.
These are extremely helpful tips! Thank you so much for sharing!!
How long is the rib please? Anyone answer please?
The ribbing in my demonstration sample? About two inches, when finished. You'll want to follow your pattern, the length in my sample isn't a "right" or "correct" length.
thank you Staci.
Where can I buy the screws on needles
They're called "interchangeable needle sets", made by several brands, sold at most knitting retailers.
Amazing! Thank you so much for this tip. I always have that little loose bit. :)
I don't know what happened but when I went to look for my Wednesday video from you, it wasn't there. Here i had to re-subscribe. Must be my toddlers playing with my phone again!
UA-cam is forever doing stuff behind the scenes and being unsubscribed is a common problem. That's probably what happened.
Yeah, I didn't know that.
Most people don't! I learned from watching some of the business channels. There's a lot of shake up on youtube right now, and stuff going on a casual user would be totally unaware of.
That doesn't sound good at all. I thought maybe my toddlers were playing around because I let them watch their cartoons on my phone sometimes.
I thought I would let you know before the littles get into trouble! HA HA!!! From what I understand, a constantly shifting subscriber count is a constant issue for accounts. And quite an aggravation for people like you who just want to see their shows from the channels they like. You don't even know it's missing until you go and look. I'm not saying it isn't the children, but it's a better likelihood it's a youtube issue.
I love your videos! Thank you for your expertise. 🙋♀️🇺🇸🧨
Sometimes too, I like to go down one needle size just for the ribbing.
Merci. Vos vidéos sont toujours très instructif et clairs.
That needle set is $65 at Webbs. The Options Interchangeable Caspian Needle Set from Knit Picks is $40.
Tnku so much for this!
I'm literaly about to start a hat, I just cast on and i was like, ok now what I have to do?😂😂
But yea, tankyou sooo much👌👌
Really nice video, thanks for sharing
Great video! Thank you.
Thank you for sharing this information!
Thanks for the great tips!
Where have you been laady?..I lost you somewhere and I hope I don't loose you again...thank you for begin you.🙂🙃😉
I haven't gone anywhere! I put out a new knitting video every week, I have since 2009!
Thank you, Great tips. 🌺
You are so nice expert 🌺🌺🌺
So here’s the thing about the Knitters Pride circular needles. Because you more or less recommended them I went ahead and invested in a set which cost me over $100 plus the shipping. These needles have a tiny hole near the tip which I have no idea why it’s there as it serves no purpose. If that hole is not smooth the wool can catch on it and make knitting an unpleasant experience. I should have taken note of an online reviewer who expressed the same problem. I now have a set of needles I do not like so anyone reading this, do the research first and don’t always go by what people say on YT. Learnt a very expensive lesson.
Sorry you're having a bad experience - I would contact Knitter's Pride with your issue. At the base of the cord there are two holes - one is for the "key" that you use to tighten the needle, and the other is for stringing lifelines. If any part of your needle is not smooth and catching the yarn, you have a defective needle set, and you should contact Knitter's Pride for a replacement. I recommend these needles and use them myself, and I have never run into that issue with Knitter's Pride needles, but they have good customer service. I don't work for the company in any way, but you can contact them via Facebook message.
VeryPink Knits I have contacted them. The issue is not the hole where you tighten the needle to the cord, the issue is the holes at the point where you knit through the stitches.
I guess I don't understand...regardless, if your needles are not smooth, they are defective.
VeryPink Knits thank you for your reply. I bought them because you had recommended them and you did say that Knitters Pride sponsored the video. I’ll wait to hear from them, I’d like to know why those holes are at the tip, they don’t serve any purpose unless they help with the manufacture of them although I’ve never seen needles with holes near the tips. Strange.
@@cloudydaez I had this very problem with a set of Knitters Pride needles. I sent them back because this is a defect and really does keep catching the yarn when you try to knit with them.
Thank you x
Wow...thanks
Wow, that was quick. Thank you. :)
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ChiaGoo so much better .
Thank you. So helpful. Very clear and consise. I appreciate your teaching style.