Thank you so much Suzanne and I’m so glad to see that you are making videos again ❤️ This video is informative, clear and concise to your audience and I’m looking forward to more.
Fantastic to have another one of your videos pop up. Your explanations are always excellent. Thank you for taking the time to share your knowledge, it is invaluable.
I was worried about you, Suzanne. That was a long break. It's so good to see you back. Your videos are so clear, and well made. Thank you for all of them and for coming back! ❤
I’ll have to save and rewatch. Also have to swatch because I understand what you’re saying but can’t wrap my head around it 🤯. Thank you for such a clear explanation. I hope the penny drops soon. Your tutorials are always excellent.
I think when you swatch it, it will sink in. Just remember, a bigger needle makes bigger stitches, a smaller needle makes smaller stitches. You can fit more smaller stitches in an inch and fewer big stitches.
Thanks this is very helpful !!! I had a lot of difficulty undestanding this when I first started to gauge swatch, I could finally understand it when someone explainned using the example of a bench. How many people you can sit on a bench. If they are small kids, you can sit many more than if they are large adults, that is when the lighftbulb lit.
Thank you! I’m hoping to make a sweater as soon as I’m brave enough. The finished fit is what stops me. This is so helpful. Your videos are my best knitting resource.
Thanks Suzanne. When planning my projects I now use a needle one size larger when knitting in the round, to obtain the same gauge I do when working flat. Sometimes, when working flat, going down a needle size for purl rows makes all the difference. Of course, this is easier to do with interchangeable needles 😂
I used to have that problem too. But, I finally figured out how to get my knit and purls the same size. I did link a video on tension at the end of this new video. It may help you to get your purls under control.
Thank you Suzanne, I love your channel, you give such reliable, helpful advice for beginners (like myself) and I see some tutorials for advanced knitters too, (lots to look forward too). I had so many ends to sew in on my first attempt at stripes thanks to you I've learnt to carry yarn up as I alternate rows, and I'm a loose goose so your advice on tension was helpful also your advice on knitting cables (yes tried that). Thank you you give knitting advice in a practical way that can be applied. Thank you for this new tutorial too.
I was so excited to see a new video of yours! And such a helpful one too! This always confuses me, so I know I'll be revisiting this tutorial again in the future. Thank you! ❤️
I've heard many times that stitch gauge is also affected by the material the needles are made of (wood vs metal, for example). Does this really make a significant difference? It's wonderful to see a new video. As helpful and clear as ever. Thank you!
🌴☀️ Hello Mrs. Bryan so good to see my #1 knitting professor again. Wishing good health to you and ALL your loved ones’. I’ve been praying for you in your absence, didn’t know what to think happened so indeed, this is a real gift to watch & hear your voice once more🌷🌼🌷🌺🌷🌸🌷 XOXO☀️🌴
Love the clarity of your explanation. I’m curious as to whether you prefer the fabric of one swatch over another. What if your pattern calls for 4 stitches per inch, but you prefer the fabric that is 5 stitches per inch?
that is something to take into account. On this particular example, I prefer the 20 stitches over 4 inches. but it depends on what you are making. For example, on mittens, socks and such, you want a tight gauge, vs the gauge you would want for a sweater. As for changing the gauge of a pattern, yes, you can do that too. But you will need to account for the difference in size of your project, if you go with a tighter gauge, you will need to have more stitches to achieve the same size. This is a good topic for another video. Thank you.
@@SuzanneBryan Another video exploring the topic would be so appreciated. Is this a topic covered in an advanced Bootcamp? I’m enrolled in current one and learning soooo much - refining my technique and getting a stronger understanding of the whys and hows that lead to better garments! Stay well!
When a lace shawl comes out too small i increased tge needle size then the lace design didn't hold its shape would that mean that yarn Linen & Lace is too fine gor that pattern?Thanks Marianne 😊 💗
I am assuming that you are talking about after blocking. It is personal preference. Eunny Jang has an excellent blog series on lace. She goes into detail about using yarn weight and needle size. Here is a link - web.archive.org/web/20160304000104/eunnyjang.com/knit/2006/03/majoring_in_lace_introduction_1.html
Thanks for all your help I see many times the suggested yarn will make a completely different look than a substitute yarn I just love the Linen/Silk blend laveweight ❤
@@SuzanneBryanI checked and that Shawl was blocked but the lace design didn't hold it's shape the stitch definition was so poor very untidy the yarn suggested was yak silk merino I tried silk & lace I really wanted the silk & lace but very slippery to
If there is no knit gauge, you can go by the needle size, the weight and the yardage to find the weight of the yarn - fingering, sport, dk or worsted, etc.
You are back!!!!! I’m sooo glad! You are such a blessing!❤
Thank you so much!!
Suzanne, you are back !!!! So happy to see a new video instructions.
Thank you.
I hope you’ll be making videos more often. I so like your right to the point teaching style.
Thank you.
Whatever content you choose to give us, it's always clear, concise and helpful. Thanks, Suzanne.
Thank you David. I always love hearing from you.
Glad you are back! Thanks for demystifying the gauge/needle size conundrum! 🧶
Thank you! 😊
you are back !!!! So happy to see a new video instructions.
More to come!
Good to see you back. By far the best knitting videos out there
Wow, thank you!
Thank you so much Suzanne and I’m so glad to see that you are making videos again ❤️
This video is informative, clear and concise to your audience and I’m looking forward to more.
Thank you.
Greetings from France ❤😊. Wowwwww wonderful to see you back on RUclips. I missed you sooooo much. Big hug of gratitude. Your 73 year old fan. 😊😊😊❤❤❤
Thank you so much!
WELCOME BACK!!
Well... to MY cellphone screen!
I love it! Thank you!
Fantastic to have another one of your videos pop up. Your explanations are always excellent.
Thank you for taking the time to share your knowledge, it is invaluable.
Thank you
oh my, I jumped when the notice popped up of another video ❤
thank you
Wow, what a nice surprise to see a video from you!!!!! :)
More to come!
Every time I knit something and it turns out I think it's Lovely but not as Lovely as you are Thanks for all your teaching me 😊🍎💕
You are so kind. thank you
Welcome back, Suzanne!! What a joy to see your presence again!
Thank you so much!
I recommend your videos to all my beginning knitter friends. So glad you are out with a new tutorial.😊
Yay! Thank you!
I was worried about you, Suzanne. That was a long break. It's so good to see you back. Your videos are so clear, and well made. Thank you for all of them and for coming back! ❤
Thank you so much!
Suzanne - you explained it so clearly. This has always confused me and I could figure it out, but didn't actually understand it. Thank you.
Thank you so much Cindy, I really appreciate your feedback.
I’ll have to save and rewatch. Also have to swatch because I understand what you’re saying but can’t wrap my head around it 🤯. Thank you for such a clear explanation. I hope the penny drops soon. Your tutorials are always excellent.
I think when you swatch it, it will sink in. Just remember, a bigger needle makes bigger stitches, a smaller needle makes smaller stitches. You can fit more smaller stitches in an inch and fewer big stitches.
Thanks this is very helpful !!! I had a lot of difficulty undestanding this when I first started to gauge swatch, I could finally understand it when someone explainned using the example of a bench. How many people you can sit on a bench. If they are small kids, you can sit many more than if they are large adults, that is when the lighftbulb lit.
I love this example. I am going to add it to my teaching bag.
@@SuzanneBryan It was explained to me that way by Roxanne Richardson, she knew my math brain was totally off ...
Thank you Suzanne. Always nice to hear from you!
You are so welcome. Thanks for taking the time to send a message. I appreciate it.
Hi Suzanne. Thank you for this very helpful video! So good to hear your voice!❤
You are so welcome!
@@SuzanneBryan 😀
Your video instructions are always so clear and concise. Thank you!
Thanks for watching!
Great tutorial, Suzanne. Explanation was clear and succinct.
Glad you think so!
Thank you! I’m hoping to make a sweater as soon as I’m brave enough. The finished fit is what stops me. This is so helpful. Your videos are my best knitting resource.
You can do it!
Thanks Suzanne. When planning my projects I now use a needle one size larger when knitting in the round, to obtain the same gauge I do when working flat. Sometimes, when working flat, going down a needle size for purl rows makes all the difference. Of course, this is easier to do with interchangeable needles 😂
I used to have that problem too. But, I finally figured out how to get my knit and purls the same size. I did link a video on tension at the end of this new video. It may help you to get your purls under control.
Thank you Suzanne, I love your channel, you give such reliable, helpful advice for beginners (like myself) and I see some tutorials for advanced knitters too, (lots to look forward too).
I had so many ends to sew in on my first attempt at stripes thanks to you I've learnt to carry yarn up as I alternate rows, and I'm a loose goose so your advice on tension was helpful also your advice on knitting cables (yes tried that). Thank you you give knitting advice in a practical way that can be applied. Thank you for this new tutorial too.
Thank you so much. So glad to be helpful with your knitting.
Thank you for this new video, Suzanne! Your explanations are very clear, as usual, and allow us to have very clear ideas on this fundamental subject.
Thank you.
As usual your videos are very informative and very clear. Please, keep making them, we love them!!!
I am working on it.
Thank you very much Suzanne. Your video is very informative and very clear. Always fantastic to keep this in mind to avoid gauge errors!
thank you so much
Very helpful! Thank you Suzanne!
You are so welcome!
I was so excited to see a new video of yours! And such a helpful one too! This always confuses me, so I know I'll be revisiting this tutorial again in the future. Thank you! ❤️
Wonderful. thank you
Good, basic info. Always happy to see a video from you!
Thank you
Thank you Suzanne, always so helpful to me.
You are welcome.
Always learn something from your videos. :)
Thank you.
Thanks Suzanne, you’re always so helpful 😊
Thank you!
Helpful, useful, meaningful, good !!!! Thank You !!!
Thank you.
Thank you teacher. Your video helpful for me.
Glad to hear that
Thank You Suzanne Gods Blessings❤
Thank you.
Excellent video! I never knew this. Thank you so much!
Thank you
Yes very helpful great explanation
Glad you think so!
I've heard many times that stitch gauge is also affected by the material the needles are made of (wood vs metal, for example). Does this really make a significant difference?
It's wonderful to see a new video. As helpful and clear as ever. Thank you!
The material that the needle is made from can affect stitch and row gauge, but usually just modestly. Not as much as a full needle size will make.
This was very helpful. Thank you
So glad!
Thanks for another great video!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Can you also discuss the relationship of row gauge and needle size and other factors that affect row gauge ?
adding to my todo list. Thank you.
Thanks
Welcome
I"m wondering about your wisdom when row gauge is off?
adding that topic to my video todo list. thank you
Welcome black. I appreciate you!
🌴☀️ Hello Mrs. Bryan so good to see my #1 knitting professor again. Wishing good health to you and ALL your loved ones’. I’ve been praying for you in your absence, didn’t know what to think happened so indeed, this is a real gift to watch & hear your voice once more🌷🌼🌷🌺🌷🌸🌷 XOXO☀️🌴
Thank you so much. I feel the hugs.
Благодарю!
You are welcome.
Hello Suzanne and thank you, where can I find this information page to print it, 😊
Here www.craftyarncouncil.com/standards/yarn-weight-system
Love the clarity of your explanation. I’m curious as to whether you prefer the fabric of one swatch over another. What if your pattern calls for 4 stitches per inch, but you prefer the fabric that is 5 stitches per inch?
that is something to take into account. On this particular example, I prefer the 20 stitches over 4 inches. but it depends on what you are making. For example, on mittens, socks and such, you want a tight gauge, vs the gauge you would want for a sweater. As for changing the gauge of a pattern, yes, you can do that too. But you will need to account for the difference in size of your project, if you go with a tighter gauge, you will need to have more stitches to achieve the same size. This is a good topic for another video. Thank you.
@@SuzanneBryan Another video exploring the topic would be so appreciated. Is this a topic covered in an advanced Bootcamp? I’m enrolled in current one and learning soooo much - refining my technique and getting a stronger understanding of the whys and hows that lead to better garments! Stay well!
When a lace shawl comes out too small i increased tge needle size then the lace design didn't hold its shape would that mean that yarn Linen & Lace is too fine gor that pattern?Thanks Marianne 😊 💗
I am assuming that you are talking about after blocking. It is personal preference. Eunny Jang has an excellent blog series on lace. She goes into detail about using yarn weight and needle size. Here is a link - web.archive.org/web/20160304000104/eunnyjang.com/knit/2006/03/majoring_in_lace_introduction_1.html
Before the blocking the stitch definition was terrible?
@@marianneknapp4846 try blocking before you make a decision. It can make a huge difference.
Thanks for all your help I see many times the suggested yarn will make a completely different look than a substitute yarn I just love the Linen/Silk blend laveweight ❤
@@SuzanneBryanI checked and that Shawl was blocked but the lace design didn't hold it's shape the stitch definition was so poor very untidy the yarn suggested was yak silk merino I tried silk & lace I really wanted the silk & lace but very slippery to
Does the brand or type of yarn make a difference worsted wool vs worsted linen blend? Thanks
It may make a very small difference.
There is no knit gauge on the ball band Thanks ❤
If there is no knit gauge, you can go by the needle size, the weight and the yardage to find the weight of the yarn - fingering, sport, dk or worsted, etc.