Master the Norwegian Knitting Style: Learn How to Knit Like a Pro

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  • Опубликовано: 21 янв 2025

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  • @annep.1905
    @annep.1905 10 месяцев назад +25

    Long-tail cast-on: 1:19
    Knit stitch: 5:37
    Norwegian purl stitch: 9:47

  • @cathyheffner8002
    @cathyheffner8002 10 месяцев назад +37

    Oh. My. Word. What a difference your video has made! I’m a crocheter who is trying to teach myself to knit. I was practicing Russian style, but was still struggling to achieve a smooth hand movement. Norwegian is so much easier! I’m still very rusty and loose, but I believe I’ll get it. Thank you so much!

    • @exshawknits
      @exshawknits  10 месяцев назад +3

      Yay!!! 🎉 Your tension will 💯 improve with practice! So no worries there. When I started this style I practiced on a blanket until I got comfortable and then I was knitting everything with confidence! You will too! Congrats! It’s a fun method 💖

    • @annettehernandez2
      @annettehernandez2 22 дня назад

      @@cathyheffner8002 I, too, am a crocheter and I am trying to teach myself to knit! You're right - this style is what I need to make the process easier.

    • @ptoste1
      @ptoste1 21 день назад

      @@cathyheffner8002 you should try the Portuguese style is much earlier..For me is the best. But I’m Portuguese so I’m bias 😬😊🤣🤣

    • @tamaracherkashina525
      @tamaracherkashina525 18 дней назад

      @cathyheffner8002
      What is Russian style particular for?
      Have not heard
      Thank you!

    • @karenmullen7431
      @karenmullen7431 16 дней назад

      ​@@cathyheffner8002 it is so interesting to see other people's perspective and abilities. I'm a crocheter who thought all knitting was just knitting I didn't know there were various Styles and each time I thought I wanted to learn how to knit someone was teaching me some different way or I picked up a book and didn't pay attention to the title just look to see how the movements were supposed to go... I had beginners luck every time I tried, but I began to realize every time I tried it again, it was different then I remembered and then I came to learn that they're actually are different styles of castons just like there are different styles of knitting however unless you know this and you look up a video that says how to do this way or that way you don't know. So I was just watching all knitting videos and tutorials that were showing some really pretty stitched just so I could get used to how the needles are supposed to move. And then one day I noticed that the easiest way I could figure things out was on these wordless videos that had Russian titles. So I just asked Google what is the old traditional way of knitting called in Russia. I found out that there are three names, which are Eastern, Eastern European, and Russian knitting. I also found English titles to show you how the basics of Russian knitting is and there are lots and lots of Russian titles showing you how to do lots and lots of pretty stitches, and believe me they are very good at demonstrating you can pick it right up just by watching. If you happen to be a question asker before you get very far in doing something, let me tell you if you quit the asking and just keep watching and apply some super Focus you will learn that you don't need words.

  • @paintnknitter
    @paintnknitter 10 месяцев назад +27

    I agree 100% with everything you said. Norwegian purling saved my fingers and kept me knitting. Great video!

    • @exshawknits
      @exshawknits  10 месяцев назад

      Yes! Thank you!

    • @tamaracherkashina525
      @tamaracherkashina525 2 дня назад

      Be so kind - can you explain how it saves your fingers
      It needs so many movements
      I can't understand the use
      Thank you!

  • @xxsunshinexx6094
    @xxsunshinexx6094 Год назад +8

    I’m glad you uploaded this video again. I was using it to teach myself to knit.

    • @exshawknits
      @exshawknits  Год назад

      I love to hear that!! I accidentally deleted my other channel when I was updating my email and biz name.

  • @Annie.C.61
    @Annie.C.61 11 месяцев назад +14

    Game Changer!!!! I'm an English style knitter, in fact, more lever style than anything as I can get a good speed with that. I have never been able get on with continental knitting and I've tried numerous times. I could just about manage the knit stitch although it was more like this picking style but the purl stitch and bringing the yarn in front was beyond me. I envy people who can do the continental style. However, this I have managed to grasp in just a few rows, even the purl stitch. You must have a magic touch when it comes to teaching. I shall practice it a bit more but I already feel confident enough to give it a go in my next project. I'm still a bit fingers and thumbs as it's only been an hour but already I'm really liking this style. I know it will take a while to master it but it's a learning curve I'm enjoying. Thank you, so so much, for sharing this.

    • @exshawknits
      @exshawknits  11 месяцев назад +1

      Thank you so much for commenting!! It’s wonderful to hear the tutorials are helpful ❤️ i found it takes a little practice to get the tension down but after that you’re golden! I practiced knitting a stockinette blanket to get my tension and that helps immensely! Good luck!! 💖

    • @Annie.C.61
      @Annie.C.61 11 месяцев назад +1

      @@exshawknits Thank you for such a lovely reply ❤ I will pesevere with this because I am getting on so much better than I thought I would ❤🙂

    • @chonk_fox89
      @chonk_fox89 11 месяцев назад +1

      I found combination style for continental was the game changer for me, allows you to pick your purls and knits, you just knit through the back loop! Yarn is automatically on the front side for purls and backs for knits!

    • @alicethoday3693
      @alicethoday3693 Месяц назад

      My exact feelings. English style knitter. Tried continental style - knitting sort of okay but purling awful. I also crochet. Will definitely try this Norwegian style purling …

  • @LeahBandB
    @LeahBandB 5 месяцев назад +14

    As a crocheter all my life, when I learned to knit, I went straight to Norwegian style and didn't even know it. I thought I was doing Continental. I've just never been a fan of having my fingers sticking in the air. For purling, I initially tried Continental purling and was like, "Absolutely not." Norwegian purling saved my knitting journey.

    • @exshawknits
      @exshawknits  5 месяцев назад +1

      Thank you for sharing! I feel the same about Norwegian purling! 🩷

  • @bubblez3177
    @bubblez3177 11 месяцев назад +11

    Thank you so much for showing how to do this! Ive been struggling with different styles of knitting and you just made this beginner knitter actually enjoy knitting!

    • @exshawknits
      @exshawknits  11 месяцев назад

      I'm so glad! 🥳🥳

  • @DeedersW
    @DeedersW 11 месяцев назад +7

    This earned a follow. Thank you.

  • @MelanieButson
    @MelanieButson Месяц назад +13

    I do the Norwegian knit stitch, but found the purple stitch was too much movement for my hands. I now bring the yarn to the front and do a close continental purl. It's made doing ribbing really quick.

    • @exshawknits
      @exshawknits  Месяц назад +3

      Yes totally mix and match! Whatever works best for you 🩷

  • @chenshauafui3874
    @chenshauafui3874 4 месяца назад +6

    This is life changing! Totally agree with you. Purling is so much more fun now!!

    • @exshawknits
      @exshawknits  4 месяца назад +1

      Aww I LOVE hearing that!!

  • @Imme_begin
    @Imme_begin 5 месяцев назад +7

    I knit stockenette Norwegian Style. After I got the hang of it, I loved it so much better, but for me, when I purl, I guess you would call it picking. I just bring my yarn to the front, grab it and put through. So fast and easy. I think purling this way is fun, but no matter how hard I tired, I personally had issues with uniformity.

    • @exshawknits
      @exshawknits  5 месяцев назад +2

      Thanks for sharing! Yes, I also struggled at first to get a nice uniform look. I practiced with a blanket and that really helped with tensioning. But honestly if you enjoy purling the other way, I’d do that then. It’s all about enjoyment 🩷 So happy you found my channel!

  • @Snaxx_23
    @Snaxx_23 10 дней назад +1

    This way is easier for people who learned how to crochet first. And I've always knitted this way and didn't know it was Norwegian style 😊

  • @zabi_aka
    @zabi_aka 18 дней назад +2

    I was taught russian style way back when (10+ years ago) and just recently i got back into knitting and i was following a korean tutorial which is apparently Norwegian style. You do the same as you do at 6:50 , go from the front and pick up the thread from the back. I do the same thing for every row and the pattern looks like waves, it's so pretty 😺

    • @exshawknits
      @exshawknits  17 дней назад +2

      Same! I also started with the Russian style. It does make it look pretty! It twists the stitches. But if you’d rather it didn’t just pick the yarn the other way. When I’m designing I pick the opposite way so they don’t twist. Sorry I should have mentioned it in the video but it comes so naturally I don’t notice all the time. Happy you found my channel 🩷

  • @hannahhatt
    @hannahhatt 2 дня назад

    This video!! Your explanation & demonstration is so helpful!! Thank you ☺️ ❤

  • @happihook1581
    @happihook1581 10 месяцев назад +2

    This is the best, thank you. My struggle is over.

  • @lb4001
    @lb4001 6 месяцев назад +6

    I've subscribed because your video is super-clear to watch the knit & purl techniques of the Norwegian style. Am an English style knitter needing a change ... and a challenge😊. Thank you.

    • @exshawknits
      @exshawknits  6 месяцев назад

      Thank you so much! I really appreciate hearing that❤️❤️❤️

  • @bartsexton1652
    @bartsexton1652 10 месяцев назад +12

    When you do a purl make sure on the last step the needle is on the right side of the yarn to your finger . If it on the left side it will make a yarn over . Ask me how I know. Lol . folks once u get the hang of the way she is knitting you will love it . I’m self taught and this is how I knit.

  • @ashleytongret
    @ashleytongret 7 дней назад

    This is absolutely magic! I’ve been crocheting for 3 years, and took a knitting class, but it felt like work. This method feels so natural and simple!

    • @exshawknits
      @exshawknits  7 дней назад

      It really does feel like magic, doesn't it? I'm glad it clicked for you!

  • @Lusciousdani
    @Lusciousdani 11 месяцев назад +4

    Seriously just changed my life. Thank you!

    • @exshawknits
      @exshawknits  11 месяцев назад +1

      You’re welcome! So happy you found it helpful 💖

  • @janakucera976
    @janakucera976 Год назад +1

    Nothing like starting new, congratulations on your new channel! :)

    • @exshawknits
      @exshawknits  Год назад

      Thank you!! 😊 I appreciate that! I wish I didnt have to restart but thats okay. Thanks for being here 🥰

  • @shelleybuckingham733
    @shelleybuckingham733 4 дня назад

    I'm a crochet girl, I'm uncomfortable English knitting so have up. I just tried continental knitting but could not do the pearl stitches. Hunted around and found you!
    What a difference, I can keep my working yarn in my left hand and just get on with it. I think this pearl stitches h is the easier than my previous attempts. Thank you so very much. I'm looking got to creating something soon😃

    • @exshawknits
      @exshawknits  4 дня назад

      Right on! That’s exciting! Love that!

  • @annettehernandez2
    @annettehernandez2 22 дня назад +1

    Thank you for this tutorial! I've saved it and subscribed !

    • @exshawknits
      @exshawknits  22 дня назад

      Glad it helped! And thanks for subbing 🩷

  • @peachshandy
    @peachshandy 9 дней назад

    Thanks so much for this! I've been struggling with Norwegian purl and your video made it click :)

    • @exshawknits
      @exshawknits  9 дней назад

      I’m so glad it helped! 🩷

  • @es5605
    @es5605 11 месяцев назад +2

    Thank you so much for this video!!

    • @exshawknits
      @exshawknits  11 месяцев назад

      You’re welcome ☺️

  • @paulettegaleener6754
    @paulettegaleener6754 18 дней назад

    Thanks for this video! I’m always reteaching myself the different ways to knit and purl. It is taking a little time but I’m sure my tension and muscle memory will all even out quickly! Anyway… thanks so much. I’m having fun and loving Norwegian purling!

    • @exshawknits
      @exshawknits  17 дней назад +1

      So glad you’re enjoying it! 😊 your tension will absolutely get better with practice. I started with a stockinette blanket to practice. Happy knitting!

  • @joycedollar1198
    @joycedollar1198 10 месяцев назад +1

    This is my favorite knitting method

  • @grettastephens1583
    @grettastephens1583 2 месяца назад

    You are the first person I’ve seen who does the knit stitch exactly the same way as me, but I have a completely different purl. So many variations!

    • @exshawknits
      @exshawknits  2 месяца назад

      That’s so interesting! I’m curious to see how you purl. 😊

  • @katka-91
    @katka-91 3 месяца назад +1

    Thank you!!!! I am a crocheter who is brand new to knitting was struggling so much with continental! I do like English bc it feels like I have more control, but this feels so smooth I think I can actually knit with this! Especially the purl, which is tricky but feels 100 times easier this method!

    • @exshawknits
      @exshawknits  3 месяца назад

      You’re welcome!! So happy you’re enjoying it. I find that too, smooth. 🩷🩷🩷

    • @yazzybananas3106
      @yazzybananas3106 3 месяца назад +1

      Wait… I’m on the same boat! I want to make a cardigan for fall/winter but at the rate I’m knitting with continental it’s going horribly 😤 I put it down in frustration after trying for an hour or two.
      I go back to crochet as my comfort zone 😂

    • @exshawknits
      @exshawknits  3 месяца назад

      so curious, do you Tunisian crochet? i'm wanting to design a cardigan with it!

    • @katka-91
      @katka-91 3 месяца назад

      I wanted to learn knitting bc I always see these beautiful color worked sweaters and I want to make one so bad! But I was feeling the same where I would get discouraged and just stick to crochet - I thought no way I would be able to knit something decent sized bc I struggled so much it just felt so strange in my hands. I think part of it for me is how free the crochet hook is vs how stiff I have to hold the knitting needles to not lose stitches, but I think I am getting better at it. I can say I just learned this technique from this video a few days ago and I am already halfway through a sock! Lol it’s slow going, but it feels like something I could get faster at eventually with more muscle memory. It is so worth it to try different methods bc some things just work better or worse for different people!

  • @Darvit_Nu
    @Darvit_Nu 18 дней назад

    Ok so I typically knit continental & Swedish style but I need to practice the Norwegian purl way! Not having to flick the guide yarn to the front & back between pirl & knit could speed up my knitting so much & prevent wrist tension. ❤🥹 Thank you for the very clear demonstration & explanation! I also greatly appreciate the measurement reference for how to measure the yarn for an appropriate length to use in LTCO. Liked & subscribed with all notifications on. 🥰

    • @exshawknits
      @exshawknits  17 дней назад

      I'm so glad it resonates with you! It makes a huge difference! I sail through purling now. I’m sure it’ll be the same for you! Happy knitting!

  • @Peka_ola
    @Peka_ola 4 месяца назад

    Purling looks complicated but I'll definitely give this a try. Thank you for a thorough tutorial

    • @exshawknits
      @exshawknits  4 месяца назад +1

      You’re very welcome ☺️ It can be intimidating at first but you got this! It’s just practice. When I taught myself the Norwegian purl stitch I made a blanket so I could get the hang out it plus it really helped with tension. Which made all the difference. Good luck! 💕

  • @sallyweiner4180
    @sallyweiner4180 21 день назад

    So cool and I think I can actually do this😂. Thank you so much!

    • @exshawknits
      @exshawknits  20 дней назад

      You absolutely can! It’s just practice! Im cheering you on!

  • @Partlycloudy70degrees
    @Partlycloudy70degrees 11 дней назад

    Such a great and helpful video. The only thing that’s missing is at the beginning when you’re casting on you don’t specify whether the tail end should be around your thumb or your index finger. I found almost every video I’ve watched from any creator neglect to tell whether or not the tail is at the front or the back of the work when your first casting on. Can anyone help with this.

    • @exshawknits
      @exshawknits  10 дней назад

      Glad it was helpful. Tail End (Loose End): Goes over your thumb.
      Working Yarn (Connected to the Ball): Goes over your index finger.

  • @cd3694
    @cd3694 3 месяца назад +2

    I struggled with Continental knitting, keeping that finger in the air was just not working, couldn’t keep it taut enough and my hand hurt after a while. Norwegian knitting is sooo much easier. Thanks for this

    • @exshawknits
      @exshawknits  3 месяца назад

      Thanks for sharing! Happy it helped 🩷

  • @paulajohnson6943
    @paulajohnson6943 9 месяцев назад

    Great tutorial! 🎉❤ Thanks!

    • @exshawknits
      @exshawknits  9 месяцев назад

      You are so welcome!🤗

  • @tinasulphate5537
    @tinasulphate5537 18 дней назад

    Thank you so much for this! ❤

  • @mairaurena4488
    @mairaurena4488 4 месяца назад

    Loved the tutorial, will love to see how you knit using two colors. If you have a tutorial already could you please share the link?
    Thanks

    • @exshawknits
      @exshawknits  4 месяца назад +1

      Thank you! I dont yet but def should! Thank you for the suggestion ☺️

  • @alicethoday3693
    @alicethoday3693 Месяц назад

    Have always knitted English style but hard to do with circular needles so tried continental style. Knitting okay but just can’t get comfortable with purling (I also crochet) but I think your way is brilliant and will try it. Thank you so much.

    • @exshawknits
      @exshawknits  Месяц назад

      ☺️ you’re very welcome! I hope you enjoy this way 🩷

  • @coolchameleon21
    @coolchameleon21 Месяц назад +1

    how do you tension the yarn?

    • @exshawknits
      @exshawknits  Месяц назад +1

      Each have a different way of doing it but I like to weave it through my fingers. Others like to wrap it around a finger. Try both and see what works best for you. 😊

  • @joannmiller6852
    @joannmiller6852 11 месяцев назад +2

    Perfect tutorial….i can do it ….happy dance

    • @exshawknits
      @exshawknits  11 месяцев назад

      Right on! So happy it was helpful!

  • @jaso561
    @jaso561 2 месяца назад

    THANK YOU sooooo much!!!!

  • @marlenebean
    @marlenebean 10 месяцев назад +1

    Does the purl stitch get stretched out? It seems like a lot of slack is needed. I'd like to use it for ribbing bc switching the yarn to the front every other stitch really slows me down

    • @exshawknits
      @exshawknits  10 месяцев назад +2

      At first when you’re learning I found that you need a little more slack but once you get the hang of it then no.

    • @marlenebean
      @marlenebean 10 месяцев назад

      ​@@exshawknits oh awesome, I will definitely give this a try!! Could be a gamechanger

    • @exshawknits
      @exshawknits  9 месяцев назад

      If you visit my Instagram page I have a small brown ribbed infinity scarf that is done with ribbing! instagram.com/kimcreatesca

  • @Ch-revolutionary62
    @Ch-revolutionary62 21 день назад

    Can you do increase and decrease and short rows in this style. I’m switching from eastern, like you said the patterns are a pain, just struggling with these aspect for knitting sock. Love this method can’t wait to try it and lovely and clear video ❤

    • @exshawknits
      @exshawknits  20 дней назад

      Yes! I’m in the middle of filming a sock and mitten tutorial in this style! They should be posted in the next few weeks!

    • @Ch-revolutionary62
      @Ch-revolutionary62 20 дней назад

      @ oooh. Can’t wait thank you🩷🩷🩷

    • @exshawknits
      @exshawknits  20 дней назад

      You’re welcome ☺️

  • @MariaDiazskn
    @MariaDiazskn 3 месяца назад

    I always knitted in the Portuguese way, with the yarn around my neck. It supplies a constant tension to the yarn and the result is a very neat, perfect work, whatever the pattern. The problem is I made a complete set of baby's clothing including a blanket and I busted my left thumb. I need to learn another method otherwise I can't knit and I've been it doing since 4yo.
    I tried the continental, the english, the combined and it's not difficult, they just don't produce good enough results. Probably because I'm not used to them.
    This method seems a bit more time consuming but so far the results are better. Let's see. Thanks!

    • @exshawknits
      @exshawknits  3 месяца назад

      I think everyone has a preference that works best for them. I’m glad you found yours in the Portuguese method. Sorry about your thumb hopefully it heals fast and you can continue as you’ve always done. For me personally I’ve found the Norwegian method the quickest and easiest. I purl much faster with this method compared with others I’ve tried. I love that there are so many different styles it encourages more people to into and enjoy knitting! Hopefully this method helps you out while you heal 🩷

  • @toscatattertail9813
    @toscatattertail9813 10 месяцев назад +1

    I am old school Russian knitter (learned at grandmothers side 60 years ago). I am trying to do brioche , and have a friend who is continental knitter trying as well and the technique does not work past the first 2 rows. Do we have to learn a whole different style to make an item from brioche

    • @exshawknits
      @exshawknits  10 месяцев назад

      I actually haven’t done a lot of brioche so I couldn’t tell you.

    • @mialady01
      @mialady01 10 месяцев назад +1

      If you want to learn to broiche knit: watch Arne & Carlos videos on broiche knitting. Norwegian style of knitting makes it easier to broiche knit.

    • @exshawknits
      @exshawknits  9 месяцев назад

      Awesome! Thanks for sharing

  • @lorimills8612
    @lorimills8612 22 дня назад

    This is how I have always knit. Didn’t know it had a name. Just evolved for me as the easiest way to knit.

    • @exshawknits
      @exshawknits  22 дня назад

      Love that. That was my story as well but with the Eastern or Russian knitting method

  • @elisabethkaestner137
    @elisabethkaestner137 3 месяца назад

    As a beginner, what needles do you recommend trying out? Metal or wood and sizing??

    • @exshawknits
      @exshawknits  3 месяца назад +2

      Great question! I would go with sizes 4 mm, 4.5 mm and 5 mm in wood. I say wood because metal is way more slippery (great for speed when you’re more comfortable knitting). I suggest these sizes because it gives you a range to work with DK and worsted weight yarns. Chunky yarn (especially super chunky) will hurt your hands- experienced or not so for a more pleasurable experience I’d go with worsted weight to start and then a DK (which is a little finer). The needles I suggested with go both yarn weights. Happy knitting!!

  • @alinedireito9845
    @alinedireito9845 10 месяцев назад +2

    I knit like that (but i didn't know it was a real technic... 😅)

  • @farhanajahan6111
    @farhanajahan6111 22 дня назад +1

    Purl stitch seems too much steps for me.Can you show a more simpler one? Thanks for the vedio by the way.

  • @The1MightyPen
    @The1MightyPen 3 дня назад

    I've been Norwegian knitting this whole time and didn't even know it.

  • @kerryroberts2191
    @kerryroberts2191 4 месяца назад

    I tried Norwegian knitting but my purls are loose. Yours look nice and tight 🤔

    • @exshawknits
      @exshawknits  4 месяца назад +1

      I definitely experienced that at first. I practiced with blankets to get the tension right. It helps to give it a slight tug as you knit. Wish I could explain it better but that’s what I do.

  • @meyratbrigitte3793
    @meyratbrigitte3793 10 месяцев назад

    Comme nous les Suisses!!! 3x + rapide que les Français et anglais ! Cool

  • @druidsongevergreens
    @druidsongevergreens 22 дня назад

    love Lantern Moon

  • @Maureen-u7l
    @Maureen-u7l 3 месяца назад

    To much hand movements..l will stick to my continental way of knitting..but It's a very informative and well explained video

    • @exshawknits
      @exshawknits  3 месяца назад

      each to their own! and thank you 😊