That video inspired me to knit a proper full swatch (rather than my usual 10 rows and call it a day swatch). I had tried doing speed watches like this in the past but struggled hugely with keeping loops at the back loose enough. What I've done this time is grab a can or bottle and run the strands behind it whilst I knit the first 4 or 5 stitches - seems to have done the trick and i am now in possession of a fully knitted fair isle swatch - I'm ridiculously proud! :-)
Excellent tutorial! I used to hate swatching. Now I love it and always swatch! I’ve been knitting for quite a while but only learned how to swatch in the round about 4 years ago. Totally worth it! I learned English style but switched to Continental years ago. When I do Fair Isle I use both hands so the English comes in handy. Your technique is great! It really works well for you. Very fluid. Thanks for sharing with us!🤗
I bought the kit last February and I am just now getting around to making this hat! Based on your swatch, 7 sts per inch would be about 3 sts per cm, therefore, 30 sts in 10 cm. The pattern says this will make size large. What would you do if you want a size small hat? Would you try a smaller needle and make another swatch? Is there a way to determine what size needle to use without making another swatch? Thanks so much for any help you can give me!
I would either cast on fewer stitches and work out the color repeat section to match, or yes, use a smaller needle. You would need to make another swatch.
I think so given the info I read from another knitter about the grams of each color used. If you're concerned about it, don't cut your swatch. That way, if you find you need the yarn ,in a pinch, you could rip it out.
Great instructions. So I have been trying continental in my left hand and find I am knitting too tight. When watching you with your left hand, you throw the left yarn over needle from front to back? I did a Fair Isle style swatch cuff by Anne Frost. Do I cut that cuff so I can lay it out flat? Sorry, fairly new knitter and first color work for me🤷♀️
How do I know which color is B,C,D, E,F? I bought the Jamison & Smith from Needlepoint Joint and the Shade is a number, not a color and the numbers do not match what's on the pattern?
Thank you for fair isle speed search in the round. It’s very helpful.
That video inspired me to knit a proper full swatch (rather than my usual 10 rows and call it a day swatch). I had tried doing speed watches like this in the past but struggled hugely with keeping loops at the back loose enough. What I've done this time is grab a can or bottle and run the strands behind it whilst I knit the first 4 or 5 stitches - seems to have done the trick and i am now in possession of a fully knitted fair isle swatch - I'm ridiculously proud! :-)
Excellent tutorial! I used to hate swatching. Now I love it and always swatch! I’ve been knitting for quite a while but only learned how to swatch in the round about 4 years ago. Totally worth it! I learned English style but switched to Continental years ago. When I do Fair Isle I use both hands so the English comes in handy. Your technique is great! It really works well for you. Very fluid. Thanks for sharing with us!🤗
Love your tutes!!!!! I have never seen a swatch done this way! I love you do that!!! You’re awesome!
Thanks again for another great video.
Thank you!
Thanks for a great tutorial. Your clear instructions made me decide to give it a try.
I bought the kit last February and I am just now getting around to making this hat! Based on your swatch, 7 sts per inch would be about 3 sts per cm, therefore, 30 sts in 10 cm. The pattern says this will make size large. What would you do if you want a size small hat? Would you try a smaller needle and make another swatch? Is there a way to determine what size needle to use without making another swatch? Thanks so much for any help you can give me!
I would either cast on fewer stitches and work out the color repeat section to match, or yes, use a smaller needle. You would need to make another swatch.
I think the 11th is Tuesday. I’m ready to go. Update: 5:11. 😭 I injured two fingers on my left hand . Fortunately I use Portuguese method.
Do you know what time the cast on will be on?
@@joycelanglois9746 I don’t. Today’s the day
Is there enough yarn in the kit to swatch with it?
I think so given the info I read from another knitter about the grams of each color used. If you're concerned about it, don't cut your swatch. That way, if you find you need the yarn ,in a pinch, you could rip it out.
Great instructions. So I have been trying continental in my left hand and find I am knitting too tight. When watching you with your left hand, you throw the left yarn over needle from front to back? I did a Fair Isle style swatch cuff by Anne Frost. Do I cut that cuff so I can lay it out flat? Sorry, fairly new knitter and first color work for me🤷♀️
I’m wrapping the yarn counter-clockwise regardless of which hand
How do I know which color is B,C,D, E,F? I bought the Jamison & Smith from Needlepoint Joint and the Shade is a number, not a color and the numbers do not match what's on the pattern?
Hi Connie, I've answered your question on Patreon.
Que lindo si pudieras mostrarme el dibujo en un papel esta muy lindo gracias
Am I going to have enough of the main color to swatch?
You should have two balls, or 50 gms of the main color. So that’s enough for searching depending on how large your swatch is
Sadly, I still am unable to order yarn.
Are you on a yarn fast?
@@PurlTogether - No, the two sets I want are sold out.
"If you need some yarn..." Hahahahaha!
You're killin' me Val ;)