15 Tips To Be A Better Knitter
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15 Tips To Be A Better Knitter
Hello and welcome to the ultimate tips & tricks video to be a better knitter!
In this video I've gathered some of my top knitting tips (with over 28 years of knitting experience) that I think every knitter should know.
Here's an overview of all the tips covered in the video (just click to jump stright to a particular one):
2:12 Tip 1: How to spot the different between a knit and purl stitch
4:03 Tip 2: How to knit neater edges
5:22 Tip 3: How to get more even tension
9:16 Tip 4: Use stitch markers generously
10:22 Tip 5: Study your favourite knitwear to get the perfect fit
12:50 Tip 6: How to calculate how much yarn you’ll need
15:46 Tip 7: Wow factor - choose a lighter color for knitted textures & cables
16:14 Tip 8: Choose contrasting colors when working patterns for best results (fair isle)
17:12 Tip 9: Make a sample swatch (yes, you already know this but just do it :)
20:17 Tip 10: Go down 2 mm in needle size when working rib hems
21:38 Tip 11: Fold the collar double for a more modern look
22:22 Tip 12: Sleeves: Longer rather than shorter for a flattering feel
23:36 Tip 13: Make notes as you go along (& you’ll thank yourself later)
24:44 Tip 14: How to fix a dropped stitch
27:13 Tip 15: It’s ok to have many projects going on at the same time!
Links to videos mentioned:
"How to knit neat edges - The 10 best edge stitches in knitting" by NimbleNeedles
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You are wearing a pretty pink knit in parts of this video. What wool and color please? Thank you!
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I am in awe of how beautiful your pieces are that you wore in these clips! What a talent you are!! I am a beginner, so these tips have been extremely helpful. Thank you so much for doing this video! 🤗
the best advice i’ve found for choosing colors with enough contrast is to take a picture of the colors you’re thinking of using, and then revert it into black and white. it’s a lot easier to see if your colors have enough contrast when seeing them this way. if two colors look almost identical next to each other in black and white they probably won’t have enough contrast when used together in a project.
Ah what a genius tip! Thank you so much for sharing ☺️
Brilliant idea!!! Thank you! Yes!! Love this idea. I’m knitting a design by Jen Steingass called Avena and I think I could have done this!
this works in most cases, so its a good tip, but not in all! reverting it to black and white only shows contrast in value, not in tone or saturation. if someone is for example making something in pastel colors, the colors might still have good contrast even though they all have similar values and would look the same in black and white, by using tonal contrasts like cold and warm colors, or complementary colors! so the colors looking the same in black and white isnt necessarily a recipe for failure
Yep. That's an old designer trick. 🖤
There is a red window thing you can use in the store (I got it in the quilt shop) and you can see that through the cellophane window. Same principal but you dont have to wait.
I have a “rule of three” with my knitting: I can start project 1 for example and work it until I’m bored. Then I’ll cast on project 2. Work on that for a bit, then maybe go back to project 1 when I just need a break (from cabling, colorwork, etc.). From there, I’ll cast on project 3. By this point, I’m usually close to finishing project 1 or 2 when I need a break from 3. I can finish one of these, keep making progress on the other two, and cast on a third again.
I always have three projects in progress. And I find that 80-90 rows of stockinette for example is less dreary.
I also use markers in areas where I need to keep track of how many increases I’ve done (I often forget to write things down to keep track- the colored markers are so helpful).
I do that with projects too. 1, 2, 3....
I've never really thought about it before but that's what I do, too! I usually have one bigger, longer term project that I whittle away at, one that's a little more challenging/requires focus and one that is just for fun, a dish cloth or hat or amigurumi or something.
Omg great tips…..especially the one to have more than 1 project 🦞
My pro tip is i never knit the first stitch in a row…..much neater edge
@@mariGentledo you purl the first stitch in a row?
@@karenandelin8496 no, i just slip it across,
My grandma taught me to always slip the first stitch of a row to get a really clean edge. Works nicely. My greatest problem with having UFOs (unfinished objects/projects) lying around is not knowing where I left off if I (as happens too often) haven't made proper notes along the way. And then they start haunting me which leads to me not wanting to touch them and then I feel like a fail. So I tend to try and push through a project, because I like finished and hurting (figuratively) better than failed, but that's just me.
Learning to recognize an increase or decrease row to count and find your place is a very helpful skill too. Recognizing all your stitches really helps. Especially when doing complicated lace or pattern repeats. Instead of having to constantly check the pattern you can tell what stitch is next by what is below.
I can’t believe I just found you, I really enjoyed your videos! I just turned 71 and have been knitting for more than 40 years. And there is still so much to learn! 🍍
🍍I really like your way of picking up dropped stitches❤
I fully agree about not feeling guilty about having a lot of projects on the go! Often, by having a lot of projects it actually encourages me to go back and finish some old ones. Knitting should be fun, so I don't want to be stressed out because I feel like I should feel guilty! 🍍
Exactly, I totally agree and feel the same. I love to be able to try out an idea or start a new project when I get that idea and have the energy and spark, because I know there will always be days when I don’t feel so insoired so then it’s nice to have some options. Also, it’s nice to have some more ”simple” projects too that I can take with me on the road for example (knitting with 4 colors in the train isn’t always the most convenient! 😅)
And I never knew I *should* feel guilty about that (neither that it's the "common opinion"), I must be odd then! ;D
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I've always been told I knit funny, but I can see I knit exactly as you. Finally, proof there's nothing wrong with the way I knit.😜 I've been knitting since I was 16. I'm now 52 and I'm still addicted to knitting. By the way, I absolutely love your patterns and your personality. 😍😍🤩
You both knit funny but I would love to learn your technique!!
Omg, this must be like a thing that just feels natural. I just started knitting. Like a week ago 😂 making my first scarf. But about day 3 I started knitting the same way she does. Kind like continental but also using the right index finger to “help” bringing the yarn haha. I was wondering if that’s okay or “correct” to knit like that. It just kinda happened for me. Although I’m still figuring out how to holds my yarn for a good tension without making it super hard for it to slide through my fingers.
@@stephaniemoura9325 same!! my mom and my grandmother can knit at lightning speed, the old English /standard way - my hands fall asleep pretty quickly that way, and I’m two weeks and now trying to learn continental - which I find more natural for me ….picking and flicking is easier for arthritis for sure!
🍓😉 I just found your show today (and subscribed) . I'm 79 and have been knitting for 60 years. Your presentation was lovely and really communicated your enjoyment of knitting. Your tips are right on target... especially regarding gauge swatches and making good notes. I have come to doing those things along the way in my knitting journey...especially when it's a new pattern or a different yarn...I make (and enjoy) swatching cables and new pattern details so that I can work out any questions that arise...I usually buy an extra ball of yarn for swatching and if I end up needing more yardage for my project it is my insurance. 🍍
Norman is such a good teacher. His explanations are very understandable even for beginners.
Thank you for "allowing" us to have several projects going at the same time! I am one of those knitters who has to "finish" before going to a new project, and I have finally found what works for me and perhaps this will help others - Have one "difficult" or challenging piece going and have one "easy" piece going. Difficult us for times alone, and easy is watching TV or visiting with others.
Coming from a 20+ year knitter… This is probably the best compilation of knitting tips I’ve ever seen! They are the “true basics” of knitting and pattern design. Thank you for these videos! I’m truly enjoying them all. 🍍 😉
🍍 Dear Kika, great video, thank you very much.
I learned to knit from my granny and in my adult life I wouldn´t dare to start knit project for myself! And voila, you supported me and I have couple of sweaters finished. 💖💖
🍍Loved this video! Completely agree that having lots of projects on the go at the same time is absolutely fine. Creativity is not a linear process, we don't just move from from beginning to end. Also, knitting is such a sensory experience, sometimes I feel like working with a particular colour or texture, which fits with my mood. The colour may serve to calm or enliven me, and knitting a fine yarn and complex pattern is an altogether different enterprise from the joy of a bulky yarn which produces rapid results. We are complex beings with different needs at different times, my knitting definitely reflects that!
🍍Hi Kika! I've been knitting for 25+ years, but I couldn't pull away from your tips video. You're so supportive, I really love it how you encourage beginner knitters there.
Another tension related problem that I feel might be worth mentioning is maintaining tension. On my knitting journey, I've often gauge-swatched, gotten the right gauge and started knitting happily, only to find later that I had veered wildly off-gauge and ended up with a much bigger/smaller garment. A handy little tip here would be to measure your gauge from time to time as you're working on your project.
Thank you so much again for all the inspiration, support and expertise!
I watched this twice. I taught myself to knit in the 80's. Holding the yarn in my left hand came naturally (im in the usa) but I never realized how much better my knitting would look if I held the needles at a constant angle. Thank for that.
Omg!!! The jumper you’re wearing in this video is just stubbing 😍 stunning stunning. I love it
🍍 Loved this video. Dropped stitches are my biggest stress as a beginner. You make it look so easy. I hope you'll consider doing a video about this at some point. Simple things of knowing how to frog back and not lose count of what row you're on etc. See? Beginner here! hahaha Love your videos whether we're knitting with you or taking pictures! xx
(and yes, isn't Nimble Needles wonderful?)
Aaah I totally understand the stress! And a good idea, I’ll make a note of a video like this, I’m sure many would find it useful so thank you so for the suggestion ☺️ And yes he’s such a fountain of knowledge and I’ve learned so many tips from NibleNeedles 💕🧶🙌🏼
Found you via recommend in a nimble needles vidio .The vidio was very useful
I love the needle angle tip! This is something I realized I do intuitively, but when I began to do Norwegian purling (which requires a little bit of “needle dancing”) it felt so odd!
🍍I am knitting your arctic light sweater and discovered your wonderful RUclips tutorials. Now I'm going back and watching all your past videos too. I am in awe of your knitted wedding dress! Beautiful. You come across as such a happy and upbeat person. Your light and energy is contagious! Thank you for the work you do. ❤Amy from Washington State
So many useful tips, even for a somewhat seasoned knitter! 🍍one tip I'd give is to learn two cast-ons and two bind-offs: one firmer and one stretchier, that way even as a beginner, you can knit a larger variety of projects
I watched your video to the end, and I enjoyed it thoroughly! I've been knitting for over 50 years, but I'm still learning new things. I love your presentation. . .it's like chatting with a friend!
I love your final tip that we should embrace our ideas when we have them! I think we get stuck sometimes worrying about finishing that there's no joy anymore. Which absolutely should not be the point of a hobby!!🍍🍍
I love your energy, your happiness and your joy! Thank you for sharing your great tips. Even though, as a brand new knitting woman of 70, I don’t know what you are talking about with regard to much of this yet, I loved watching and getting excited about this new challenge in life!
I have learned so much from your videos since finding you a few months ago, and I recently ordered your book and can't wait for its arrival! I agree with you; it's good to have multiple projects going simultaneously. Different projects for different moods and levels of concentration. Thanks for sharing your knitting know-how through your uplifting and inspiring videos.
I found your channel through this video. I have been knitting on and off for about 5 years or so, and this video is super helpful. Thank you so much for this video! There is so much amazing advice in here of things I didn't realize I needed to learn. So thank you for taking the time to make such a beautiful video, with so much information. I hope you have a great weekend. :)
THANKS Kika for another amazing podcast. Love all your tips and find it so informative even for a seasoned knitter! Love your enthusiasm as well! Wishing you a long career as a designer and a podcaster🍁
I just found your channel and I’m so delighted. You seem such a gentle and pure creator that truthfully shares incredible tips! Thanks for putting your content out there 🍍
Thank you so much for sharing these tips! I’m was inspired by your wedding dress video to get back into knitting. It’s been several years since I have worked on any knitting projects and I have just been crocheting. I’ve also really been enjoying your videos and I’m excited to start knitting a sweater soon! So thank for your that inspiration and these helpful tips! 😊🍍
Watching your videos has made me want to pick up my needles and knit again and to stick at it no matter how long it takes to knit myself a jumper! You’re very inspirational and you have a lovely way of presenting your videos. Very calming, relaxing and so informative. Thank you. Love from North Wales, UK 🍍
I’ve been a knitter for a long time but I can always learn something new. I loved the tip about your needles angles. I keep thinking that I should change the way I knit to continental as it would be quicker. I’m thinking this now as I’m doing colour work and it’s becoming evident that I need to change how I hold my needles! Thank you for sharing these videos (and getting more people into the lovely craft of knitting!) 💕
Thank you so much. I ❤️ your content and tips on your creative process. I listen to, more than watch, your videos as I'm usually working on a project of my own at the time, and find your enthusiasm so inspiring. Just this morning, I told my husband how much I love your cable work. I'm mostly a crocheter, but you make my heart want to do more knitting 🍍
I absolutely love this video! Thanks for all of the tips. I’ve knitted for several years, and I learned new things.
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Very interesting and cozy video ! Thank you so much. Everything was clear.
Watching these kinds of long, chatty, relaxing videos while knitting or crocheting is the absolute best ❤️✨
Thank you. I just started to knit and your tips are exactly what I needed 😀
Fantastic tips, even for a seasoned knitter! Your enthusiasm is contagious and darling. Your creations are lovely!❤
Thank you for this lovely video, Kika! I found it so helpful and also inspirational as I relearn how to knit.
🍍I was taught to knit at age 4/5 by my Grandmother and I love the fact that it is now popular again. I sometimes knit/crochet fine wire and beads to make jewellery but you've inspired me to maybe do a yarn project again. 🧶
🍍🍍🍍 I just started my first sweater ever! I'm a little bit nervous but LOVE how encouraging you are in your videos.
🍍Thank you so much!! I'm back into knitting after a very long period of pause, going back to the basis and you're so inspiring and supportive.I definitely love all your videos even if most of your knitting projects seem to be out of reach, it makes me feel like going on and trying. Thank you for that!
I have just rediscovered my love for knitting, and your channel inspires me. Thank you for sharing your creativity and sparkly spirit so brightly. 🍍❤
Im just starting on my knitting journey and i know these tips are going to be invaluable. Thank you Kika 🍍
I’m so glad to hear that, hope these will help you 🧶🧶☺️☺️
🍍I am watching your video while guiltily knitting a simple lace cowl. Guiltily because I have a colour work sweater to finish knit with very expensive wool but I am unsure and nervous to continue the next steps. Knitting something familiar & easy is comforting right now so thanks for the encouragement to set aside one project for another when it suits me. I love your humorous videos and your beautiful sweater designs . Happy knitting and designing 🧶❤️
Thank you Kutavakika! I loved your video and your tips. I am very like you, so many new projects on my list and I sew, knit and garden so I am always inspired by new ideas! There is never enough time or energy in one day!
I learnt so much from your tips! ❤️
Thank you so much for your videos, I'm really enjoying working my way through them. I've been knitting for many years, but it's always lovely to learn new things.
I had to take a break from knitting for a couple of years due to arthritis, I turned to crocheting, but your videos have drawn me back to knitting and I now take a more leisurely approach and stop for a while when my fingers get sore. I've found that having 2 or 3 projects on the go help - basic stocking stitch, Fairisle or textured - helps, I now totally view knitting as a hobby and don't worry if it takes a while to knit a sweater rather than think I've got to knit it in a couple of weeks.
I've also just bought your book, which is excellent and have happily started another project 😀
Thank you once again and here's to many more inn the future 🍍
🍍 one of my favorite tips is to have an easy project (such as a scarf that’s just stockinette) and a more involved project that requires more concentration.
I knit while watching Netflix and always have to have a stockinette project to knit so I don’t have to look at it.
Lovely video! I am a relatively new knitter . You have a delightful, engaging personality that will encourage all knitters to continue. I especially appreciate the segment showing how to pick up dropped stitches! I usually panic and rip back. Not fun. Now I can refer to the video. I am working on socks…more tricky than expected! I will go back and watch all your videos! Thanks for making them!❤ I would have used the “pineapple” emoji but couldn’t find! Greetings from Naples, Florida, U.S.A.
You can find the pineapple emoji by the fruits and vegetables.😊
Great video😍Very inspirering, and I just love your positive vibe! Off course I watched it til the end🤩🍍
I will try to knit again, and this time, not pressuring myself but to enjoy the process of my knitting journey. You are such an inspiration ❤️
I am just about to finish my very first sweater and might just try doubling that collar! 🍍
🍍 I really enjoyed this video! Agree with everything, especially knitting a swatch. I have been guilty of not doing that in the past, but now I knit one (or more!) for every project I start. I’m not a fan of folder collars though, not sure why. I tried a couple of times and they feel a little tight around my neck. I’m not a fan of turtleneck sweaters either, so maybe it’s just that I like roomier(?) collars?
Also, not sure if I commented about this before, but you were one of the inspirations behind me starting a knitting podcast (I only have one episode so far, but I’m very proud I started!).
The white jumper you are wearing in this video is gorgeous!
🍍 Thank you for the video!! I love watching your channel while I'm knitting and you've inspired me to start on my first sweater. Thanks for posting!!!!
Love your podcast 🍁🍃, was looking for a pinecone but wasn't there. So a leaf in the wind instead. Thank you for giving all the tips and tricks with knitting, never to old to learn right. Making a sweater for my husband and as always a pair off socks for the easy knitting. Happy knitting, Petra 🍍
Great video, thank you🍍Very helpful tips, especially around measurements and how much yarn to use.
Thank you 🍍
This was very helpful &you are so very pleasant to watch
Hello Kika, I really liked your video thank you, it was very interesting. I like the way you explain things, it is so easy to follow. I am interested in different types of wool and suitable garments to knit with them. Best wishes Ann in South Australia.
Another amazing video! You have such a great energy and editing style. Always fun to grab my knitting and knit along with you as you discuss your own knitting. 🍍❤🍍
This makes me so glad to hear! Thank you for watching 🥰🥰
🍍 thank you so much!!! These tips and lessons will definitely help me when I get stuck on a project.
Really awesome Video, with so good tips and Tricks. I started to beginn my knitting journey again. And your tips are really helpful. Thank you so much, for taking the time and make those videos. ❤️🍍
🍍cool tips, Kika, thank you! On my next project, I'm definitely trying the "go down 2 sizes and knit through the back loop" for the ribs! And the double neck one, too! So stylish. I use the interchangeable Prym needles just like yours and they are amazing! #needlepals 😂
Yay #needlepals!! I love them they’re so handy and feels really good with all the yarns I’ve tried them out with so far ☺️☺️
That's so interesting! I saw an article about your channel in Suuri Käsityö. Until now I had thought that I had the largest Finnish crafts channel but yours is a little bit bigger! 💗 I do crochet mainly, just tutorials so a very different type of channel. All the best, great to see your channel!
@Crochet and Knitting with Tuula Maaria Would you remember which nr of Suuri Käsityö that was? I'd be interested to see :)
@@elvinam888 A very recent one, February this year 😊
@@TuulaMaaria Ah, thank you! I'll see if I can find that one :)
I also have a couple of knitting projects on the go at the same time. Thank you for all your advice, I know how to pick up dropped stitches, but today you made it clear on how to pick up a knit stich or a purl stitch, so thank you. 😊
I watched to the end and thoroughly enjoyed it!!
For the "calculating how much yarn you need" part: I like to just buy an extra skein or maybe even 2-3 if you can't check it. (Happens a lot because I'm not from the US but often use patterns from American creators.) I like that if you buy too much you can just make a small project out of the scraps like dish towels or dolls or something like that. :)
Edit: For the taking notes part I really like writing my notes on my original pattern, a lot of people hate that because I also do that in books ^^´
I agree with nearly all of your tips, but I just absolutely, totally hate swatching, so it's actually my principle *not* to swatch :D If I was forced to swatch, I wouldn't knit at all, simple as that. (Plus, a small swatch doesn't tell much about the finished product anyway.) Also, I find shorter sleeves much more flattering than long ones (especially overlong - I find those horrible), but that's very personal :) So one can't really make a "rule" like that (tips 12 & 11). (I don't actually like any basic sweaters, not my style - I love feminine knits that don't look like sweaters, so we all have very different preferences. :)) 🍍
Thank you for this video! It was super helpful and I learned a lot! Im very new to knitting and I am feeling so inspired by you and your dedication to the craft! 🍍
Thank you so much for this - super helpful for someone who loves knitting and are always looking for new tips! 🍍
Love these tips! Thanks for sharing them!
I just recently discovered you andblove to explore some of your older videos. I am still a beginner knitter and have so much to learn. Thx for the tips :) 🍍
Some great beginner tips! I share your view on having several projects at once - it gives me joy to feel the freedom of starting new projects, but also to have some I can always fall back on when the difficult projects get blocked or I'm just not getting the vibes I want 🍍
wonderful tips! i haven't heard a number of these - thank you! I've now subscribed. ☺️🍍
Love this video! The tips were fantastic. I really appreciated your highlighting that having multiple projects on the go is a reasonable creative process! 🍍
Loved these tips! Thank you for inspiring me always 🍍🥰🧶
Thank you! Lots of good tips! Loved your wedding dress project🍍
Very valuable advices! Thank you, I will be definitely coming back to this video ❤
🍍🍍🍍 I crochet and still found many of these tips helpful! My grandmother knitted and taught me when I was young but then I picked up crochet and have done so for the last decade but I’m inspired to also re-learn knitting. Your patterns from your book are STUNNING and I’m loving your vlogs. Just found you last weekend.
🍍 such and informative video! Love love love your videos ❤
🍍!! One of my new year resolutions is to learn how to Continental Knit!! I only know how to do crochet and Tunisian crochet currently. I can’t wait! This video was helpful to know what to keep in mind as I begin to learn how to knit!
🍍 thanks for all the helpful tips and tricks! Wish I knew these before starting a few of my projects!!
Thank you! I loved all of these very helpful tips!
Such awesome advice and with a nice perspective
Thank you for the video! There are special ways of knitting the rim, the classic one is you always knit the last stitch and when you start you just move it across without knitting. So you add this one stitch for the rim to your pattern.
Thank you as a new knitter I appreciate all the help I can get
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🍍 thanks for all the great tips and advise. Just recently found your channel, so enjoyable. Thanks.
I love your videos. You are a great teacher. Thank for sharing with us. Love from Argentina🍍
So cheery and delightful lass. So enjoyed your tips. 🎉
Total beginner here. Thank you so much 😊🍍
Thanks so much! Lovely tips 🍍Took some great notes of ideas that popped into my head & techniques I want to improve in my knitting.
I really enjoyed this. Thank you so much for sharing your tips on how to be a better knitter 🍍
Another fun video with great reminders. Learned from just watching you make your stitches.... calm and deliberate and not frenzied at all. Ahhhh. Thanks!🍍
Now that I have started knitting some this video so helpful especially how to hold the yarn
I enjoy watching your Videos. Very inspiring and relaxing 🍍
Hi I'm glad ☺ I came across your channel and loved information concerning about knitting. I always wanted to learn how to knit but didn't know how. So I decided to try to look on RUclips to see in the comfort of my home to practice. Looking forward to seeing more 😀 of your tutorials thank you so much ❤️ 😊 and God bless you❤😂.🎉.
Just watched your wedding dress video and fell in love with your presentation style. This video popped up and I learned a ton. Thank you
My first time watching your podcast and I enjoyed it very much! Hope you’re still making more. 🍍
Thank you, this is so encouraging and helpful. I like your channel very much!🍍
Thank you so so much for this video!! So many good tips all in one video! 🍍
Loved this video. Thank you very much for the assistance with the pineapple projects :)
Love your style and creative ideas