Susanne you are indeed a great teacher not only you show how but also explain why . That is most precious to me not blindly follow without knowing the reason behind the method. thank you veery much
I have a big German book on knitting patterns with a tiny section on how to add beads. It just suggests the crochet hook method you show with the orange beads. I added small beads to a baby hat (as eyes for a braid owl) and might have preferred those to only show on the outside. Another 'Suzanne-moment' (wish I had seen that before 😅). Thanks for the comparison and good explanation! Just love your way of teaching!
Love your video. Very helpful before my first time knitting with beads. There is a third way of using the prestrung beads - when you get to the spot where a bead needs to be placed, bring the yarn and bead to the front, snug the bead up to the stitch just knitted, slip the next stitch, knit the following stitch. The bead sits to the front of the work on a float.
Thank you jillibeens57! Happy knitting. Be sure to check out my new channel for live-streaming - Suzanne - Off the Cuff ruclips.net/channel/UCQBgFUvQzjz1RUm9NsgEA1A
I made my mil (86) a beautiful candlelit shawl- added length and 1000 pearls done with a 0000 crochet hook, a definite labor of love. Wish i saw this first- but glad I used the crochet method.
Your video was so helpful. I have watched the Craftsy class knitting with beads and your class is ten times better. You just show the technique without all the unnecessary fluff. THANK YOU!!!!
I've seen a pattern where the beads were applied onto a stitch using the crochet hook, but instead of then working the stitch it was slipped - the bar of yarn on the back of the fabric pushed the bead more towards the front of the work. Your videos are awesome!
I am just coming back to knitting after years of crocheting. Your instructions are so clear and precise I have no problem following and subsequently doing the technique you explained. Thank you so much! I am LOVING knitting again!
I sound like a broken record, but this is why you’re just my favorite. It’s more than just beads...I alway learn many things in each video. It’s why my
Out of all the beads added on I think my favorite is the last one you did, yes it takes longer but it lays nice. I think for edging like you mentioned the pre-strung beads probably work best. Thank u for taking the time to do this video.
Your master degree really honours you! I'm so greatful impressed with the simplicity and clarity you explain your endless gamma of models. Very nice the beads inserted, I have no idea knowing how. Always we learn from you dear and beautiful Lady. God bless you!
Thank you for your time and vids to take us to the next level Michelle UK xx I'm in my fiftys now been knitting since I was 11 a lady called Mrs Mitchell taught me I miss her so much she give me the confidence and now I have just come across ur channel
Hi Suzanne, I made a cowl 2 years ago adding beads for a gift. I am so glad you made this easy to understand video. Your technique is so much better. Thank you!!.
This is the BEST tutorial I have seen. I’m just beginning a beaded wedding shawl for my daughter and this vidoe answered all my questions. Thank you 👍😊👍😊👍😊👍😊👍
Hi Suzanne. I just finished watching. I really appreciate how clearly you demonstrate and explain the different techniques. I liked having a look at the different methods, how they are constructed, and your explanation of their best application. I'm just making a pair of vanilla socks. Its my second pair. My first pair, your video explained how to make a German Short Row heel that looks BEAUTIFUL. Thank you! I didn't see your video for the first sock, but I did on my second one. It was an amazing comparison. No holes!
Started watching your videos and really appreciate your straightforward approach. The pictures are big and clear. The instructions are easy to follow. I'm excited to have found your videos because I love lace knitting and would like to get better at techniques. Thank you for making it easy. ☺🌹
Thank you, Suzanne! I kept thinking that if I purled on the stockinette side of my work when beading, then the purl would be obvious, throwing off my pattern - but purling on either side of the bead doesn't present as a purl, anyway, so I'm thrilled to have learned this!
Just found your channel. How lovely this is for me. Recovering from a stroke and doing a bit of knitting again, just a baby blanket but it's a start. I'm planning a scarf with some bright beads I have and I'm so glad I found the tutorial by you. This has really enthused me to finish this blanket and start my scarf. I'm going to do garter stitch and so it won't really matter which way the beads pop out. Maybe do them alternately so that when the scarf is wrapped you will see them from both sides:). I'll experiment. Than yo. A bit of 'binge watching' coming up I think:).
I agree. Very educational Suzanne. I’ve been wanting to learn how to put beads on both my knitting and crochet projects. You have been very thorough and I can appreciate the value of each. I think I tend to prefer using the crochet hook method and putting it on before the stitch is worked and then, when stringing using the method where you purled the stitches. But we’ll see. It will be fun to experiment! Thanks again for another amazing tutorial!
I love the look of added beads to knitting and have always used the crochet hook method. But. Have you ever noticed that the beads can give kind of an icy feeling when they hit your skin? Brrr. So I am glad to see that the method of stringing them on first keeps them on the front of the knitting where this might be a problem. It's always nice to learn new things from you Suzanne! Also, I want to point out that if the holes are really small thread can be used to pull the yarn through the hole.
This was so educational!!! I never knew you could add the beads using the crochet hook method, I have just always strung all the beads onto my yarn before knitting, and that it changes the direction of the beads too.... I will definitely have to try this!! Thank you!
Suzanne that is some beautiful lace edging! Your tension is so even I can see why you are a master knitter. Thanks again for another great tutorial. If I could have had you as a teacher in school I would have made straight A’s. Lol🌸💞😊
Suzanne, there is a 3rd method of adding beads by the crochet hook method: when you come to the place where you add a bead, using a crochet hook, add the bead. Then, do not work that stitch. Simply slip the beaded stitch to the right hand needle. Provided the WS row is a purl row, when you come to the beaded stitch that was slipped, you purl it. This method keeps the bead completely on the RS of the work.
Hi Suzanne. I have purchased the tutorial but mostly watch the videos. In my minds eye I did think the two crochet hook methods looked slightly different. Could just be me. So, I applied the beads on the purl back row before I purled the stitch. It was like applying after knitting the stitch but did not seem as tedious since worked on next row. I do appreciate your videos and teaching style. Thank you.
Thanks for this video! I am doing a pattern that uses both methods of using a crochet hook - it uses beading after knitting a stitch because the st is a decrease.
I'm an experiences knitter, but haven't done a project yet using beads. I have 2 lined up, a small simple shawl and a pair of fingerless gloves. Can I assume the pattern designer has taken the bead application into account when they make their patterns? It seems to me generally speaking, adding beads with a crochet hook seems to be the best method and they look even and uniform. Excellent video, thank you!
Usually, in the directions it will tell you how the beads will be applied. If they need to be pre-strung, you will have to do that before knitting. And as you could see in this video, each technique gives a different result.
Susanne this is such a great on point tutorial. I love it immensely. Are you still active on the Internet? because I do have a question about something related to lace knitting that you could probably answer ❤
I'm so glad I discovered you in my travels through the internet. I'm starting a shaw that doesn4call for beads, but I want to put them on. I use the method of adding the bead with a crochet hook. As I'm new to beadwork, I'm not sure the best placement of the bead in the shawl. Is there some type of ground rules for that? I will continue looking online, but I thought I would reach out to you.
Hi Suzanne, I am curious to the pattern of the shoulder shawl with the beads as shown on the end of this video. Is it still available? I like your lessons but only found them recently.
Thank you SO much for your helpful and detailed video Suzanne! Have you ever used a Fleegle Beader? l have those but not crochet hooks, and I am still trying to figure out to use them. 🧐
Hi Suzanne, thank you for the video! I understand how to add beads now, but I'm not sure *where* to add beads. Do you have any suggestions for how to figure out where in a pattern would be a good place for a bead? I'm working on MMario's queen anne's lace shawl right now with lace weight mohair yarn and 4,000 lovely little 8/0 seed beads to work with. (It's my first lace project and it's turning out beautifully so far!)
Hi Rayleen! There is really no right or wrong answer to this as it really a matter of personal preference. That being said, I am a math oriented person so when I knit a pattern I will generally try to space even intervals. And again, no right or wrong, in essence I go for something that is visually pleasing to the me. Thanks so much for watching and commenting! I am sure that your lace project will be gorgeous! ❤️
Hi Suzanne, what brand of beads do you use? I bought some 6/0 Czech seed beads from Michael’s but the size 12 hook will not go through the majority of them. Based on the video, my preferred method would be the hook. Love your videos and classes!
@@SuzanneBryan thanks! I’ve ordered more crochet hooks but I believe your lace tutorial stated 12 and hence my comment. I can’t believe I didn’t already own every small hook. :)
The 1st part you showed threading the beads on how did you put the beads on that way if your knitting with a ball of wool? Or do you still put beads on with crotchet hook still? Thanks for showing
Go back through the video and you will see some finer points that you may have missed the first time. When you put beads on your yarn in advance, they will sit between the stitches rather than on the stitches. If the bead is between 2 knits, it will tend to pop through to the wrong side. If it is between two purls, it will pop through to the right side of the fabric. If the bead is added with a crochet hook, it will sit on the stitch and will be equally visible from both sides of the fabric. It depends on your intended effect.
If I 'm going to putt the beads on the k2tog sitche I'll have no choice but to put the beads on the after technique right ? unless you have another tricks.Thanks
I’m the kind of person who would forget to put the bead on in the following row-more time-consuming but probably, personally, less error-prone to put the bead on right after knitting the stitch!
I tried to find beads, however, all with holes big enough to get my small crochet hook through were too big. It did not match. Now I found another method for applying beads on the st: put the beads on a separate yarn and with a small needle. With the needle go through the st as if to knit, slide a bead closer to the st, put the needle through the bead from right to left, then slide the bead over to the st and remove the yarn with the other beads on.
Susanne you are indeed a great teacher not only you show how but also explain why . That is most precious to me not blindly follow without knowing the reason behind the method. thank you veery much
You are so welcome!
I'm using beads for the first time and the first thing I did was come here as I knew you would show me the best way! ❤ Thank you!
Suzanne, I love your videos. You are a wonderful teacher and I always learn something! Thanks.
Really appreciate your video and clear demonstration with explanations👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾
Thanks for watching!
Thank you for showing us the different ways to add beads…🤗
You are so welcome!
Best video on using beads! Thank you!
Wow, thank you!
Absolutely brilliant! Thank you for demonstrating the various beading techniques. You are a fabulous instructor and so very much appreciated.
I have a big German book on knitting patterns with a tiny section on how to add beads. It just suggests the crochet hook method you show with the orange beads. I added small beads to a baby hat (as eyes for a braid owl) and might have preferred those to only show on the outside. Another 'Suzanne-moment' (wish I had seen that before 😅).
Thanks for the comparison and good explanation! Just love your way of teaching!
Thank you! 🧶
Love your video. Very helpful before my first time knitting with beads. There is a third way of using the prestrung beads - when you get to the spot where a bead needs to be placed, bring the yarn and bead to the front, snug the bead up to the stitch just knitted, slip the next stitch, knit the following stitch. The bead sits to the front of the work on a float.
You are an outstanding teacher. I especially like how you do comparisons. It really helps.
Thank you jillibeens57! Happy knitting.
Be sure to check out my new channel for live-streaming - Suzanne - Off the Cuff
ruclips.net/channel/UCQBgFUvQzjz1RUm9NsgEA1A
I made my mil (86) a beautiful candlelit shawl- added length and 1000 pearls done with a 0000 crochet hook, a definite labor of love. Wish i saw this first- but glad I used the crochet method.
Sounds great!🧶
I love the crochet way before they are knit. Thank you so much.
Me too. Although they both have their purpose.
Your video was so helpful. I have watched the Craftsy class knitting with beads and your class is ten times better. You just show the technique without all the unnecessary fluff. THANK YOU!!!!
Glad it was helpful!
Extremely clear demonstration, thanks so much!
thank you.
Thank you so much! This video has been the more helpful for my knitting!
Super helpful, thank you! I'm learning about using beads for the first time and had no idea how to approach it
I saved this in my favorite video list.
You are so welcome, Okaminess, I'm glad it was helpful! 😊
I've seen a pattern where the beads were applied onto a stitch using the crochet hook, but instead of then working the stitch it was slipped - the bar of yarn on the back of the fabric pushed the bead more towards the front of the work. Your videos are awesome!
Excellent comment. Thank you.
I am just coming back to knitting after years of crocheting. Your instructions are so clear and precise I have no problem following and subsequently doing the technique you explained. Thank you so much! I am LOVING knitting again!
Wonderful!
I've always wanted to be taught from the a Knitter who knows all the stitches repairs styles and I see you use both of your hands Amazing 🍎🌷💜
I'm an adventurous beginner knitter. I wondered how this was done. I appreciate your demonstration and explanations!! Thank you!
Good comparisons. It makes more sense now.
Wonderful, Cindy! ❤️
Suzanne. You rock. You ROCK! Thanks!!!
You're welcome and thank yo so much Roberta, I think you rock too! 😊
I sound like a broken record, but this is why you’re just my favorite. It’s more than just beads...I alway learn many things in each video. It’s why my
Thank you Angela! Happy knitting.
Out of all the beads added on I think my favorite is the last one you did, yes it takes longer but it lays nice. I think for edging like you mentioned the pre-strung beads probably work best. Thank u for taking the time to do this video.
You are very welcome, Karen! Thanks for watching and for the great feedback! ❤️
Your master degree really honours you! I'm so greatful impressed with the simplicity and clarity you explain your endless gamma of models. Very nice the beads inserted, I have no idea knowing how. Always we learn from you dear and beautiful Lady. God bless you!
Thank you! Happy Knitting!
Thank you for your time and vids to take us to the next level Michelle UK xx I'm in my fiftys now been knitting since I was 11 a lady called Mrs Mitchell taught me I miss her so much she give me the confidence and now I have just come across ur channel
Thank you!
Hi Suzanne, I made a cowl 2 years ago adding beads for a gift. I am so glad you made this easy to understand video. Your technique is so much better. Thank you!!.
Thanks Pat. Happy knitting.
Great video!
Just subscribed as ur a good teacher iv got a granddaughter I will b passing my skills down to the next generation through ur skills xx Michelle UK
That warms my heart. Thank you! Happy knitting.
Clear. Concise. Helpful. Thank you.
Thank you! Happy knitting.
This is the BEST tutorial I have seen. I’m just beginning a beaded wedding shawl for my daughter and this vidoe answered all my questions. Thank you 👍😊👍😊👍😊👍😊👍
Oooh, the shawl will be beautiful! Happy knitting.
I love her videos. Virtual hugs.
Hi Suzanne, love watching your tutorials. I have watched a few other people and I must say that I enjoy yours the most. Have a great day.
Thank you so much!
Hi Suzanne. I just finished watching. I really appreciate how clearly you demonstrate and explain the different techniques. I liked having a look at the different methods, how they are constructed, and your explanation of their best application. I'm just making a pair of vanilla socks. Its my second pair. My first pair, your video explained how to make a German Short Row heel that looks BEAUTIFUL. Thank you! I didn't see your video for the first sock, but I did on my second one. It was an amazing comparison. No holes!
So awesome! 😀
Started watching your videos and really appreciate your straightforward approach. The pictures are big and clear. The instructions are easy to follow. I'm excited to have found your videos because I love lace knitting and would like to get better at techniques. Thank you for making it easy. ☺🌹
Thank you! Happy knitting.
Stunning shawl with the red beads Suzanne !
Thank you for showing the different ways to place the beads. Thank you very much. 🤗
You are very welcome! Happy knitting.
Thank you, Suzanne! I kept thinking that if I purled on the stockinette side of my work when beading, then the purl would be obvious, throwing off my pattern
- but purling on either side of the bead doesn't present as a purl, anyway, so I'm thrilled to have learned this!
Yay! Happy knitting.
Just found your channel. How lovely this is for me. Recovering from a stroke and doing a bit of knitting again, just a baby blanket but it's a start. I'm planning a scarf with some bright beads I have and I'm so glad I found the tutorial by you. This has really enthused me to finish this blanket and start my scarf. I'm going to do garter stitch and so it won't really matter which way the beads pop out. Maybe do them alternately so that when the scarf is wrapped you will see them from both sides:). I'll experiment. Than yo. A bit of 'binge watching' coming up I think:).
Thank you so much! I loved reading this. So many memories for me too. Happy knitting, and hugs.
it was very clear - thank you
Thank you.
I agree. Very educational Suzanne. I’ve been wanting to learn how to put beads on both my knitting and crochet projects. You have been very thorough and I can appreciate the value of each. I think I tend to prefer using the crochet hook method and putting it on before the stitch is worked and then, when stringing using the method where you purled the stitches. But we’ll see. It will be fun to experiment! Thanks again for another amazing tutorial!
You are very welcome. I prefer the crochet hook method too. Happy Beading!
Very very clear information on how to put beads on your knitting. I’ve always shied away fromit but now I want to try! Thank you
Wonderful. They are fun to work with. Happy knitting.
Great video & visual.
Glad you enjoyed it Have you subscribed to my channel? If not, that is the best way to thank me. Happy knitting.
So simple, and an interesting presentation. I understand properly now. This has got to be the best tutorial that I have seen.
Wonderful Lisa Hodges! Happy Knitting.
I love the look of added beads to knitting and have always used the crochet hook method. But. Have you ever noticed that the beads can give kind of an icy feeling when they hit your skin? Brrr. So I am glad to see that the method of stringing them on first keeps them on the front of the knitting where this might be a problem. It's always nice to learn new things from you Suzanne!
Also, I want to point out that if the holes are really small thread can be used to pull the yarn through the hole.
Very true - on the icy feeling. Thank you and happy knitting.
Love your work I like method #4 green beads they seem to lay flush to the work 🌷
What a lovely thing to say, Marianne, thank you! ❤️
Thank you for your crystal clear demonstration....very helpful!
Thank you! Happy knitting.
This was so educational!!! I never knew you could add the beads using the crochet hook method, I have just always strung all the beads onto my yarn before knitting, and that it changes the direction of the beads too.... I will definitely have to try this!! Thank you!
Fun, right? Hugs and Happy knitting.
Thanks for showing how to add beads i have been looking for this because i want to add beads to a shawl I'm making for my niece.
Perfect! Happy knitting.
I’ve been anticipating watching this since the notification popped up. Terrific, thanks.
Thank you! Happy knitting.
thank you for this video. i learned so much
Suzanne that is some beautiful lace edging! Your tension is so even I can see why you are a master knitter. Thanks again for another great tutorial. If I could have had you as a teacher in school I would have made straight A’s. Lol🌸💞😊
Thank you Betty. Happy knitting.
Very nice tutorial👍
This is wonderful and, for me, will be putting them in my knitting as I go.
Wonderful Mom Grandma! Happy Knitting.
Suzanne, there is a 3rd method of adding beads by the crochet hook method: when you come to the place where you add a bead, using a crochet hook, add the bead. Then, do not work that stitch. Simply slip the beaded stitch to the right hand needle. Provided the WS row is a purl row, when you come to the beaded stitch that was slipped, you purl it. This method keeps the bead completely on the RS of the work.
Great tip!
I definitely prefer the way the orange ones rather than the red.
Hi Maureen, I like them both! 😊
Hi Suzanne. I have purchased the tutorial but mostly watch the videos. In my minds eye I did think the two crochet hook methods looked slightly different. Could just be me. So, I applied the beads on the purl back row before I purled the stitch. It was like applying after knitting the stitch but did not seem as tedious since worked on next row. I do appreciate your videos and teaching style. Thank you.
Perfect! Thank you. Happy knitting.
Excellent thank you
Thank you
You're welcome 🧶
Thanks for this video! I am doing a pattern that uses both methods of using a crochet hook - it uses beading after knitting a stitch because the st is a decrease.
You are welcome, Mary, thanks for watching!
Thank you so much for this wonderful tutorial.
You are very welcome Amelia Salas! Happy knitting.
I'm an experiences knitter, but haven't done a project yet using beads. I have 2 lined up, a small simple shawl and a pair of fingerless gloves. Can I assume the pattern designer has taken the bead application into account when they make their patterns? It seems to me generally speaking, adding beads with a crochet hook seems to be the best method and they look even and uniform. Excellent video, thank you!
Usually, in the directions it will tell you how the beads will be applied. If they need to be pre-strung, you will have to do that before knitting. And as you could see in this video, each technique gives a different result.
Happy knitting! 🌸💖🥰
Thank you! Happy knitting to you too!
Susanne this is such a great on point tutorial. I love it immensely. Are you still active on the Internet? because I do have a question about something related to lace knitting that you could probably answer ❤
The way I do it is I push the bead through to the front of the stitch after I knit it the regular way. Works well.
I'm so glad I discovered you in my travels through the internet. I'm starting a shaw that doesn4call for beads, but I want to put them on. I use the method of adding the bead with a crochet hook. As I'm new to beadwork, I'm not sure the best placement of the bead in the shawl. Is there some type of ground rules for that? I will continue looking online, but I thought I would reach out to you.
thank you, great lesson!
Thank you and happy knitting.
Hi Suzanne, I am curious to the pattern of the shoulder shawl with the beads as shown on the end of this video. Is it still available? I like your lessons but only found them recently.
Thank you SO much for your helpful and detailed video Suzanne! Have you ever used a Fleegle Beader? l have those but not crochet hooks, and I am still trying to figure out to use them. 🧐
Hi Suzanne, thank you for the video! I understand how to add beads now, but I'm not sure *where* to add beads. Do you have any suggestions for how to figure out where in a pattern would be a good place for a bead? I'm working on MMario's queen anne's lace shawl right now with lace weight mohair yarn and 4,000 lovely little 8/0 seed beads to work with. (It's my first lace project and it's turning out beautifully so far!)
Hi Rayleen! There is really no right or wrong answer to this as it really a matter of personal preference. That being said, I am a math oriented person so when I knit a pattern I will generally try to space even intervals. And again, no right or wrong, in essence I go for something that is visually pleasing to the me. Thanks so much for watching and commenting! I am sure that your lace project will be gorgeous! ❤️
Hi Suzanne, what brand of beads do you use? I bought some 6/0 Czech seed beads from Michael’s but the size 12 hook will not go through the majority of them. Based on the video, my preferred method would be the hook. Love your videos and classes!
The 12 is too big for the beads. I use a 14, that works great for me. 🧶
@@SuzanneBryan thanks! I’ve ordered more crochet hooks but I believe your lace tutorial stated 12 and hence my comment. I can’t believe I didn’t already own every small hook. :)
Thanks, I will correct that.
Beatiful Susan ❤️💓
Thank you Sandra Alicia Diaz Hurtado! Happy knitting.
The 1st part you showed threading the beads on how did you put the beads on that way if your knitting with a ball of wool? Or do you still put beads on with crotchet hook still?
Thanks for showing
Go back through the video and you will see some finer points that you may have missed the first time. When you put beads on your yarn in advance, they will sit between the stitches rather than on the stitches. If the bead is between 2 knits, it will tend to pop through to the wrong side. If it is between two purls, it will pop through to the right side of the fabric. If the bead is added with a crochet hook, it will sit on the stitch and will be equally visible from both sides of the fabric. It depends on your intended effect.
Suzanne are you using seed beads #8 ?Are they Toho or Delica beads because they look round. Thanks.
These are #6 beads that I am using. I imagine you could use any size you want as long as the yarn will fit through the hole in the bead.
Thanks
If I 'm going to putt the beads on the k2tog sitche I'll have no choice but to put the beads on the after technique right ? unless you have another tricks.Thanks
That is correct.
Exquisite!!!
Thank you! Happy knitting.
I’m the kind of person who would forget to put the bead on in the following row-more time-consuming but probably, personally, less error-prone to put the bead on right after knitting the stitch!
i like it
Happy Knitting!
Do you have the pattern for the shawl
Yes, you can find it on Ravelry - ravel.me/a-certain-summer-2
I tried to find beads, however, all with holes big enough to get my small crochet hook through were too big. It did not match.
Now I found another method for applying beads on the st: put the beads on a separate yarn and with a small needle. With the needle go through the st as if to knit, slide a bead closer to the st, put the needle through the bead from right to left, then slide the bead over to the st and remove the yarn with the other beads on.
Happy Knitting.
The pink beads are crooked. I like them straight like the orange beads.
There you go. That is why I show both methods, so you can see the difference.