CROCHET VS KNITTING | Which Is BEST for Absolute BEGINNERS? | Differences of Crocheting & Knitting
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Crochet vs Knitting - which one is BEST for absolute beginners?
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I learned knitting from an elderly lady when I was around the age of 12 (we made squares to turn into baby blankets for less fortunate moms. Our class was each paired with an older lady from the church to teach us) In my 30's now and I've been meaning to try crochet to make plushies for my son.
My knitting partner recently passed away at the age of 103 and I thank her every day for teaching me such a fun skill
Oh my goodness! Thank you for sharing! I'm so sorry for your loss. ❤️❤️❤️
I was the 103rd like omg what a coincidence
Oh I love your story❤
103 wow she lived really long. (in my country we have a birthday song that has line that says "may you live to be a hundred and three") I hope her last years were pleasant and hope she didnt suffer because i have a fear of that. I hope her passing was peaceful
@@MaryAnnSweetAngel according to my Mom who still goes to the same church, she passed away in her sleep so it was painless. She was one of the last remaining members of her family as she didn't have any children (I think she had a nephew who was still alive)
Im 14 and I learned how to crochet about 2 months ago and your videos are SUPER helpful. Some people find it weird that a boy would be crocheting but my parents full supported me and that makes me feel so appreciative of my parents. Thank you for your all your hard work
I don't think it's weird that a boy would crochet. I wish my son would want to learn. Your parents should be proud!
I think that's amazing!!! You're in for company, there are a lot of great men/boys who crochet!! 🧶🧶🧶
Not weird at all! Many youtube crochet videos are men
me too!!
I’m also confused about learning it.
I think it’s more girly, so I think I’ll keep it secret. 🌚
I'm almost 65 and have been knitting and crocheting since about age 8. I book learned knitting and was taught crocheting by my father. Over the years, my Grandma helped me increase my skills with both crafts. I didn't know that later on, both of these activities would keep my hands busy and my mind occupied while I underwent cancer treatment. I'm eternally grateful for the people who've helped me increase my skills over the past 55+ years because it's kept me sane.
Awww! Thank you so much for sharing your story and how these crafts helped you through such a difficult trial! ❤️❤️❤️
I'm 17 and was recently diagnosed with epilepsy. I decided to pick up crocheting as a hobby for 2024 to take my mind off of things, so i was very surprised to see you had gone thru something kinda similar! Thanks for this video
That's wonderful that you've found something to help you cope! Wishing you all the best! 🧶🧶🧶
I'm 18 and in university. Having spent my whole teenage years writing assignments, doing tests, learning all this theory and having not much to show for it aside from certificates and endless reports, it's truly rewarding to actually be able to crochet or knit something and hold it in your hands and think "wow, I made this with my own two hands". It's just amazing to have something tangible to show for your efforts, which is why I think it's one of the best hobbies out there. Great video by the way and thanks for sharing your own story xx 🥰
Such a good point!!! Thanks for sharing! 🧶🧶🧶
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It's nice to meet you here
How are you
This is the feeling ! I feel the same ...i have nothing except acadmics to show! I want to learn something else
This is very relatable
I learned to knit when I was 8 and crochet in 7th grade. I like them both for their differences, but I do prefer to knit over crochet.
It's so nice to be able to do both! 🧶🐑🧶🐑
Me too, crocheting is to hard for me and I think that knitting is easier. Probably because my mom knows how to knit
I started crocheting and knitting in the age 2 very young i know it was soo easy🤗🤗
I'm the same! Though I learned Crochet first, then Knitting, I love both!
@@IvymasumaI do not believe you ...at the age of 2 whose leg are you trying to cod...now come off it.😮
About a year ago I went to crochet & knit classes taught by an old, sweet granny. I came to her the first time we met and asked to learn how to make dolls and toys (I didn't know it was called amigurumi back in the time). I fell in love with crocheting and was sure I'd never let go of amigurumi and chunky, fluffy yarn.
Today I finished my first piece of clothing. A cardigan. I'm so proud and thankful for this granny's guidance through my crochet journey, and it touches my heart to see how much she had inspired me to try new things such as thin acrylic yarn and granny squares and clothes.
I love you Gila!
(That's the granny)
Thank you so much for sharing your journey!! Everyone needs a Gila! 🧶🧶🧶
Hi there I taught myself to crochet when I was 18 and went on to make my wedding dress and bridesmaids too.i still crochet at 74 years for charities and your so right it has saved my sanity over the years..I used to knit too but crochet is what I really love.thanks so much I love your channel.💖💖💖
Wow!!! That is amazing! Thank you for sharing! 🧶🧶🧶
I just wanted to say, I got into crocheting for the SAME reason you did. My son was on life support for 12 days and almost died multiple times. I obsessed over watching the monitors and counting each one of his breaths. So to help get my mind off of everything going on, I taught myself to crochet through you & Bella cocoas youTube videos.
Fast forward to present day, my son is doing wonderful and crochet is my passion still!❤️
Oh my goodness!!!!! I'm so glad that your son is better now!!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
@@EliseRoseCrochet yes!❤️ I hope yours is doing well too. We celebrate his 1 year old birthday this month.
Our little RSV warrior💪🏼
@@hannahmailly1236I'm 56 & had 2 rounds of RSV back to back after previously having 2 rounds of Covid. The RSV made me sick out of my mind. I was much sicker with RSV than I was with Covid. I had lots of inhalers,steroids, antivirals, antibiotics... Came down with it last year. I can see why it is so dangerous for babies & toddlers with newer immune systems. For the life of me I don't understand why the FDA won't let anyone under 60 get the RSV shot. No child should ever contract RSV. So glad your child is better. Sad thing is RSV is like stomach flu & as humans we do Not build up immunities to it. We can catch it over & over every season. Truly hope the FDA changes their mind about the vaccine or comes up with ones that are safe for children & adults! Hugs to your lil RSV warrior.💙🙏☺️
I like crochet because it's easier for me. I tried knitting but I just could get the tension right and kept failing projects, but crochet came much easier to me! I'm currently crocheting a large jellyfish for a friend's birthday, as well as a cat sweater for myself. I think crochet and knitting are both wonderful opportunities for self care as well, as it forces you to pay attention to your movements in a way that feel natural and comforting, without being too mind consuming. Have fun friends :D
I totally agree about its benefits as self care! It's something I do for myself and it makes me happy!! 🧶🧶🧶
For me it has always been the opposite, I just can't make the yarn pass through the loops, knitting is much easier
Have you tried different methods of knitting? I found that Russian Speed Knitting, that I found here on RUclips was a perfect transition from crocheting. But hey, if just crocheting puts a smile on face, then by all means, live it up. Have you ever looked at the patterns by Bonnie Barker? I have the whole collection of her pattern books, if you like doing cables and celtic patterns, you'll love her stuff.
@@richardgodlove9662 oooh, good suggestions, thank you! I'll have to look into Russian knitting and see if that works better.
Omg same. The loops get really tight and I transfer them from one needle to the other
🐑 I love knitting but I have school and I can’t always knit so every holiday or any day off you’ll catch me knitting in my bed covered in blankets. I am 13 and I learned to knit 2 years ago and I love it sooo much. I started knitting because one day I got sick and I was at bed and didn’t have anything to do and so I searched up tutorials and learned to knit. EVERY piece I have made have always failed not until recently I made a sweater vest and now I’m obsessed. Even if I failed a lot the process I just liked so much and yeah I hope I inspired someone❤
That's amazing!!!! You're going to be an incredible knitter when you're my age! 🐑🐑🐑
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I'm 18 and in university. Having spent my whole teenage years writing assignments, doing tests, learning all this theory and having not much to show for it aside from certificates and endless reports, it's truly rewarding to actually be able to crochet or knit something and hold it in your hands and think "wow, I made this with my own two hands". It's just amazing to have something tangible to show for your efforts, which is why I think it's one of the best hobbies out there. Great video by the way and thanks for sharing your own story xx
Crochet is very easy for beginners to learn. However, it is the gateway drug for knitting. I think knitting looks nicer and is timeless. I will forever hold a place in my heart for crochet being my first yarn hobby.
Haha, crochet is a gateway drug to knitting!!! 🤣🤣🤣
You are so right. Generally speaking, knitted garments are more elegant and professional looking, maybe because knitting produces a flat fabric. Crochet is a series of knots and I'd say it produces a cute and funky look. Sweaters, cardigans, socks, mittens, etc. - do it in knitting. Just about everything else, crochet may be the way to go. Toys, purses, some kinds of shawls and hats, household accessories - crochet is better. All just in my opinion, of course!
I like the look of knit garments better, but amigurumi is a nice small project that's easy to tuck into my purse.
@@FrothingFanboyjust as you say knitting is sooth and crochet is bumpy, but more importantly knitting is elastic and crocheting is firm. To get the same level of stiffness from knitting it would have to be felted.
To me it feels like crocheting takes forever, so it's reserved for small projects like soft toys. Shawls, hats, gloves, scarves, bags, jumpers, jackets, socks, skirts, shorts, and trousers all get knitted, often nordic style.
@AlchemicKitten @FrothingFanboy
this is the type of feedback I was looking for!! Now I don't feel like I have to choose one or the other❤❤❤ thank you two
I’m a 43 year old guy. My mum taught me to knit when I was 6. I wasn’t good and didn’t stick with it but started again when I was 17. Mostly made knitted toys at that time. Started crochet at 30. Enjoy them both but knitting is still my favourite.
That's wonderful! Thanks for sharing!! 🧶🧶🧶
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It's nice to meet you here
How are you😊
I actually started knitting because I couldn't crochet even when my mother was helping. She said knitting was harder for her but I took to it like crazy. I made my first headband after making some kitchen squares and I was so proud of myself for it. I still want to make a blanket for my baby niece but I'm so afraid tbh 😅
That's great! Don't be afraid!! It's just yarn, nothing bad can happen! 🐑🐑🐑
RIGHT crocheting is super hard for some reason lol but i do love knitting so far. i also wanna try crocheting again tho😭.. maybe after im done with the knitting project i am doing rn. anyways good luck in ur projects and i hope we learn how to crochet also!!
Go for it! Choose an easy pattern. My daughter keeps a tiny blanket I made her. She's planning to give it to her granddaughter.
@@kdcbattlecreek i think ill try again after im done w my knitting project! ty and thats so sweet with the blanket!!
My mom is an excellent knitter, she knows how to crochet too but only uses it to makes blankets. It's crazy to see how much more potential there is in the craft. She taught me to knit as a kid but I don't really remember it. Trying to learn again in my 30s
That's wonderful!! 🧶❤️🐑
My whole family (all the women in my family) are all knitters. I knitted every now and then for maybe 5 years, but couldn't do nothing but working flat. Then, I bought a crochet hook around 2 years ago, and with the help of youtube, I learnt how to crochet very well!
Currently I can do most things without patterns, just by seeing the item, and I am OBSESSED with crocheting!
My brain just can't handle working with multiple needles, and so having to work a singular stitch at a time is sooo easy!
In MY opinion, crocheting is much easier than knitting!
I agree, it is easier! Thanks for sharing! 🧶🧶🧶
i will say being able to figure out the pattern just by seeing is pretty impressive. i have made a few simple projects just from looking at examples and it’s very very satisfying lol.
@@urielcastro1134how do yall learn tjis skill
obsessed with wanting to make animals
I started as a self taught crocheter and have just recently branched out into knitting because my husband saw a KNIT hat pattern he just HAD to have. I taught myself (with the help I f RUclips) to knit the basics. Having a solid foundation in crochet helped. I already understood how important yarn tension is and how different materials act. Crochet is faster and for me easier but there’s a meditative quality about knitting that I don’t get with crochet.
I completely agree. I felt like knowing how to crochet helped me to grasp the mechanics of knitting quicker. I also find knitting meditative too. 🧶🧶🧶
I am also a self taught knitter than i learnt crochet both via youtube.i find knitting meditative too.also i love the drape and look of knitted garment .
That's interesting; depending on the pattern I find crochet to be quite meditative. I've just finished a series of pattern tests that involved some complex stitching and *lots* of counting, which tends to take all of my attention. Right now I'm giving my brain a break by making an sc beanie with some nice wool.
I am a mom from philippines and lately addicted to play brick game... I just realize that I am just wasting my time so I need to look for a hobby that may interest and make me productive... my 20-yr old daughter is interested and doing crochet then she influenced her 12-yr old brother to crochet... when they learned that I am deciding to stop my addiction with brick game they both suggested that I will do crochet but before I decided I watch this video first... and I decided to learn crochet. Thank you so much for this video...
Wonderful!!! It's so nice to get off the phone and do something productive!! I hope you enjoy crocheting! 🧶🧶🧶
My aunt taught my older sister to knit at family church camp. I was too young at the time so my sisters taught me later on when I was 12! I liked it okay. I never finished anything more than a washcloth or coaster, but I started crocheting when I was 21 when I was pregnant with my 2nd baby. I was nesting so badly! I made stuffed animals & blankets… it came a lot more natural to me than knitting! My one sister still knits beautiful things so we still bond over our love of yarn 🥰
Thanks for sharing!! 🧶🧶🧶
I've been crocheting for about 25 years. It's been a nice journey. Started crochet because my impression is that it was easier... 1"stick" versus 2! Always love your videos...very enthusiastic and personable.
Thank you for sharing! I think that's the general consensus, crocheting is a little easier than knitting! ❤
🧶 I learned how in middle school. I’ve done afghans, scarfs, doilies, wash rags. Now I’m getting into sweaters. I agree there aren’t as many patterns as there are for knit but I think once one learns various construction methods, one could easily design a garment themselves.
Thanks so much for sharing! I think you're right!! Happy Stitching!! 🧶🧶🧶
Yes, once you get the construction methods down you can design your own. This holds true for knitting as well. I've done it for both even though I'm just a beginner at knitting.
@@lisanull900 I wish there was a book that went through different methods in detail. I’m new to trying to read designers patterns for sweaters and I’m finding it difficult to figure out how to modify the sweater to fit me. I also don’t receive an explanation for why they increase where they do. I had a thought last night that maybe I should experiment doing different things making doll or amigarumi size sweaters just to quickly find out what happens if I increase here and there or do this or that. I know the designers know what they are doing but sometimes there instructions leave something to be desired.
@@emrooker I started with baby /toddler sizes. As my kids began to age up many of the patterns had multiple sizing. As I needed to make those multiple sizes....I could see the way they were doing it & why. Although patterns I use mainly came from the 70s - 90s. As I've been doing newer patterns I'm coming into more problems. I'm no expert but I swear many of the designers are doing things the hard way, especially concerning crochet & the resulting fit isn't very good. So if I like the pattern I'll tweak it the 2nd time around & use old methods that work better in my opinion. An example would be infant pants. Seems modern patterns no longer believe they require a crotch & room for the bottom? They fit terrible due to diapers. So I have to dig out an old pattern from my stash & make it properly using that as the base for certain areas. Frustrating.
Also, don't assume you're the problem. I don't know if it's errors in publication or what but some patterns just seriously do Not work even when done precisely. I've also spotted errors in patterns, some serious ones. It's not always you, sometimes it's the pattern.
Increasing/decreasing usually is done to conform to body contours & for sleeves & such & would be decided by typical body measurements. And yes, I wish somewhere there was all this information in one place. My google search bar is often busy. lol Hope that helps a bit. :)
For someone undecided, I'd recommend beginning with crochet for three additional reasons:
If you want to make items in the round (hats, mittens, bags/pouches, socks, seamless garments, and the ever-popular amigurimi) many examples of these are within the capacity of the crochet novice while linked and double-pointed needles require intermediate to advanced knitting skills.
If you want to knit some basic crochet skill is again helpful, crochet can easily join knitted seams and panels, add on decorative edgings, and occasionally a hook may be helpful for picking up dropped stitches or binding off.
In some advanced work, crochet can start, stop, or change direction almost anywhere in a project with ease while the somewhat linear nature of knitting makes that more difficult - a single loop is simpler to add or secure than a series of loops.
Thanks for sharing! 🧶🧶🧶
I started Knitting at about age 17, and then learned to crochet. I ended up liking knitting better because of the pattern choices like you said. But recently Ive been seeing a lot more crochet patterns that are super cute, so I decided to make a granny square jacket for my dog! And that's what brought me to you! I needed some help with the belly band and got side tracked with your videos! Not a problem, I have found them very entertaining, and useful! Thank you!
How fun!!! It's so nice to be able to do both! 🧶❤️🐑
The best part about knowing how to knit and crochet is that you can combine both of them in one project. It just looks awesome.
I knit continental and I crochet yarn under (amigurumi style). I can't do it any other way. I already crochet pretty loose, unless it's amigurumi so the projects come out also loose. O don't really do gauge because it comes as it comes 😂. I just enjoy the process ❤️
I adore the combination of crochet and knitting too! That's how I design my amigurumi patterns! 🧶🧶🧶
Absolutely!!! I knit a square for a bunny out of a plain yarn, then sew it up, embroider the face, stuff it in, then take white eyelash yarn & crochet in a fluffy tail!!!
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I love the way you transmit your love towards this. I just got back to it after years and you definitely made me even more excited to start than i was before the video. You’re so inspiring!
Awww, I'm so glad! ❤️❤️❤️
my grandmother used to crochet her own headscarves and I got interested in them growing up, so she taught me but I never managed to buy my own stuff nor was I able to finish anything because ofc, she had to use her hook. during the pandemic I went crazy with buying materials for both knitting (I started with two barbeque sticks lol) and crocheting but I've never really finished big projects, just a scarf and bags here and there. now that she's gone I feel some sort of pride that I took interest in her passion for crocheting. I have her crochet hook with me but I can only hope to actually finish a project with it because I can get pretty impulsive sometimes and decide to cancel the project midway. watched your video to see the difference between the two hobbies that I've got but I received nostalgia with that little throwback in the video. 😂 thank you for this. I hope people consider these hobbies because they really are truly fulfilling experiences. ❣️
My therapist recommended finding things to do with my hands vs scrolling on my phone and suggested something like knitting. I'm looking forward to learning to knit 🐑
That's awesome!! Sounds like you have a great therapist! ❤️
I have been crocheting for 50? years. I have tried repeatedly to knit and I think I finally figured it out. I was told that longtime crocheters knit differently then people who have only knit. So I started watching longtime crocheters knit. And they do do it and it does work so I will keep practicing.
That's amazing!!! I admire your persistence!! 👏👏👏
Same here! I finally learned to knit last year when I was 64 years old after 50 or so years of crocheting. Watching videos about crocheters knitting helped me immensely. Continental knitting is the most natural way for me to knit since I am crocheter first. I love that I can do both, although my knitting is still stuck in the beginner stages.
Hey, im autistic and one of my special interests is crocheting so i decided to comment on a video for onec :>
I learned to crochet for my birthday (i turned 15 a couple months ago and my grandma offered to teach me because i reallyyyy wanted to learn!) and i was debating on if i should learn how to knit or not, because thats what she offered first but im the most impatient fuck ever and i cannottt deal with mistakes, but this made me decide i wanted to learn! So, thanks a lot for this video, it was a very nice watch :))
Thanks so much for sharing!! Enjoy your new hobby! ❤
Thank you for sharing your experience and the pros and cons in both skills. Really appreciate it!🐑
You're so welcome! 🧶🐑🧶🐑
I learnt to knit when I was younger but found it harder and slower to begin but I've started crochet and found it a lot easier as you can find easier beginner projects that are nice and small like butterflies or granny squares ect in a way i wasn't able to do with knitting. I also found getting the tension for knitting harder than crochet
Thanks for sharing! 🧶🐑🧶🐑
Yes! Your story sounds exactly like mine! My grandmother taught me how to knit around 10 or 11. I always found it fun but couldn’t get past an uneven square or rectangle. I also wanted to do more than just scarves or fish rags but couldn’t wrap my mind around how to do it with all the loops on the straight needles. So I gave up for awhile. Then in college I wanted to get back into a hobby and thought to try crochet instead of knitting. I taught myself by watching RUclips tutorials and fell in love. Idk why but it’s just so much easier for me to be able to stab your hook anywhere in your work instead of having to juggle all the stitches on the needles. I find it’s also a lot easier to fix mistakes with crochet. I do wish I could knit better because there are some cute projects I’d like to try but I have tried to pick it up again now that. I have a good base in crocheting and still find it hard, so I’m sticking to crochet for now.
🧶🧶🧶 I learned crochet because of the Woobles kits, and there was no one around me that could teach me to knit. So my decision was based off of accessibility for sure. I'm loving learning to crochet sweaters and small garments now! It's been so positive for me. I would love to learn to crochet too, but I definitely am the type of crafter that needs a lot of hand holding;;;
The Woobles kits are adorable!! 🧶🧶🧶
I just randomly got into crocheting and I love it!
I learned crochet as a kid and now finally an learning to knit! Crochet I can do just about blindfolded and knitting - I'm so new I have to watch a video every single stitch type change 😮
I can’t choose. I love knitting and crocheting. 🌸💕
I do too!! 🧶🐑🧶🐑
Have you tried their love child?
Tunisian crochet?
My mother taught me to Crochet when I was 7. She and I learned to knit together when I was about 16. I flip flop back and forth depending on what I want to make. Some things are easier to work up in Crochet, others in Knit. (Potholders? Crochet! Washcloths? Knit!) I'm currently working on a Crochet Entrelac blanket. My mother loved the pattern, and the yarn I'm using is some of the last yarn that she ever got me before she passed. It's a labor of love and memory. Both yarncrafts will always hold a very special place in my heart.
Awwww, that is beautiful. Thank you so much for sharing how both crochet and knitting keep you connected to your mom! ❤️❤️❤️
Elise you're fabulous. You always make me feel so cozy and inspired also❤ thank you.
Awww! Thank you! ❤️
Excellent tutorial… visual and voiceover perfect! Thank you ❤
You are so welcome! ❤️
I love crochet! My mother said, I learned how to crochet by just watching her crocheting curtains and tablecloth when I was 5 years old, now I can crochet all kinds of pattern by just watching how they make it.
Amazing! 🧶🧶🧶🧶🧶🧶
I've only been crocheting for a year but it feels like forever! I became "hooked" when I received a how to crochet kit ,seriously now looking back they gave me a 9mm with worsted yarn LOL! Nobody knew how to crochet in my family I asked my grandmom, my aunt, my mom-nobody *zoom forward 7 months* I told my self YOU ARE GOING TO LEARN THIS! I pulled up a video on RUclips grabbed a hook and yarn I received from a little get together and it was so hard! (I mean I was only 10-11 so...) but then one day it clicked! And I have been hooked ever since!🧶🧶🧶🧶
That's wonderful! Thanks so much for sharing!! I'm impressed that you were so young and so determined!! Good for you!! ❤
I love your channel and your persona! Thank you for sharing your story. I am in my end 20’s and have found crocheting again and I am using it to heal my nervous system. Always remembering to keep those shoulders down! 🫶🏼✨
Started with crochet a few weeks back and now I’m also learning knitting :3 it’s one of the best hobby for relaxation and nothing beats the feeling of making something :)
That is awesome!🧶🐑🧶🐑
I’m a knitter and I adore it (I was in the kofte class, too). I’ve been sewing all my life and knitting felt like a natural progression of that, but doesn’t seem to explain my obsession with knitting sheep and bunnies. I would absolutely love to learn crochet. I think I just collect hobbies!
Oh that's amazing!! Did you finish your kofte? Mine is still undone but I'm determined to someday finish it! 🧶🧶🧶
My hand knitting is atrocious, but I find it curious that my crochet is quite neat (although keeping a scarf the same width all the way through is still elusive for me). I know the feeling about collecting hobbies. Its lovely to learn new things, but amazon has taken so much money from me as I buy supplies...
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It's nice to meet you here
How are you 😊❤
I learnt to crochet when I was 10 yrs old from my aunt because I was in the hospital for weeks in traction and for surgery. She taught me to make basic granny squares (I eventually taught my grandmother). I know I learnt to knit when I was a Brownie, but I’m not sure how old I was. We knit basic squares from synthetic, almost neon, variegated yarns. It was the 70s, what can I say. I always dabbled a bit with both until I became a bit of a hardcore knitter in university. I started making and selling Icelandic sweaters, which were very popular in the 80s. I find, now that I’m older, that crochet is harder on my hands and knitting actually makes them feel better. I love to knit socks. I love how portable they are as projects. I never make socks for myself though, I give them all away.
Thank you so much for sharing! Icelandic sweaters are very popular these days as well! Knitting socks is such a wonderful pastime! I've only made two pairs but they feel so nice on my feet!! 🧦🧦🧦
Thinking about learning how to Crochet! Thank you for making this video! I love your energy! You are so beautiful and encouraging!!!! Can't wait to watch more of your videos!!!
Thank you so much! 🧶🧶🧶
🧶 i'm gonna start crocheting soon and i'm so excited! i've been wanting to do it for a long time but i always get intimidated. i will be watching more of your videos! also unrelated but your skin is literally flawless!
That's wonderful!! Enjoy your new hobby! 🧶🧶🧶
I came here to try and decide which one to start and I’m in tears of admiration and compassion for your journey. What a beautiful story about your life. Thanks for that extra addition. So sweet
Awww! Thank you so much! 🧶🧶🧶
When I was 17 I came across a knitting and crochet instruction booklet in my grandmother’s things after she passed away. I tried to learn both knitting and crochet, but I could not get the hang of knitting ( I was too tense and the stitches were too tight). I went on to crochet throughout college. I went to medical school and became a doctor. There was no time for hobbies. In my early fifties, I took up my crochet again. I had a woman physician friend who was a knitter and had helped her daughter start a local knit shop. I joined their knitting groups and learned to knit with a lot of help from RUclips. I became a good knitter, but also discovered a lot of new and beautiful crochet projects. I joined a wonderful crochet along “Nuts about Squares” and made a beautiful afghan. I realized the that I still loved crochet.
That is wonderful! Thank you so much for sharing your journey! ❤
Thank you so much for your post. I can honestly say I don't think I have ever heard such an encouraging words. I have been trying to learn to knit for years but I always get frustrated and give up. But after listening to you I am ready to try again and not give up this time. Thank you for sharing❤. PS...your little animals are adorable.
I'm so glad the video was helpful! 🐑🐑🐑
I actually learnt crochet from that same Pica Pau book in this video, that I got as a gift! I already knew how to knit, as I had learnt fundamentals from my grandma and home ec classes (rather the Danish equivalent of these).
Other than a scarf with major tension issues, my first real knitting project was finishing some socks that my grandmother had begun knitting and abandoned before her death. This was on double pointed needles, and was also the very first time I learnt how to do a purl stitch, so I’m lucky they even turned out well!
I wanted to learn crochet to make toys, as I thought amigurumi was much prettier than similar knit toys that I had seen, but after seeing your knit toys, I may have to reevaluate that opinion. Your work is gorgeous, and I’ve really enjoyed the videoes I have seen from this channel so far!
Thanks so much! 🧶🐑❤️
🐑 my mother & grandmother tried to teach me to knit when I was 6 yo & again in my teens, I regret not taking an interest, they were exceptional knitters. It's on my bucket list! (I've been crocheting since I was 17 & love it)
I feel the same way about crochet! My grandmother was a wonderful crocheter and I didn't take the time to learn more as an adult from her. 🧶🧶🧶
I do both, and I love both! I'm currently into crochet, but seeing your knitted stuffed animals in sweaters makes me want to do them! Thank you for your videos!
It really is wonderful to be able to be able to do both! 💛
i learned crochet about 4 months ago in january, and i learned to knit about a few weeks ago. i love them both for different reasons:)
They both are wonderful! 🧶🧶🧶
@@EliseRoseCrochet hello 👋
Hi Elise! I hope you are feeling better! My Aunt Josie taught me how to crochet when I was about 9 years old. She started me out on a Barbie coat. I was frustrated and lost interest. She told me to keep trying even if I didn’t like it because some day I would enjoy it and find it relaxing. I picked it up again in my early 20s thanks to a girl I worked with and another girl I went to lunch with. I learned to knit at around 11 or 12 years old from my friend’s mom. She taught me the garter stitch, but I don’t remember how I learned to purl. In my early 20s I had a boyfriend who wanted a vest, but I didn’t know how to read knitting or crocheting patterns. I was so blessed to live next-door to a lady who taught in a yarn shop. I offered to pay her to teach me how to make a knitted vest. That dear lady didn’t let me pay - she was widowed and enjoyed the company! She taught me the knit-on cast on, ribbing, cables, button holes, and how to stitch the parts together, all the while teaching me how to read a pattern and the importance of keeping gauge! After that, I attempted making a pullover vest for myself, but it was turning out enormous! I took it to my neighbor to see what I was doing wrong. She kept it and the pattern overnight. The next day she said I did nothing wrong, but there was a mistake in the pattern. I finished the vest and gave it to my mother’s friend who cherished it. I asked my neighbor how would I know if a pattern had a mistake in it, and she said that it comes with experience. She was SO correct! I’m 70 now, and my aunt and my beloved neighbor have been gone for years. How I miss them! My neighbor’s sons gave me her canister of knitting needles, and I can ‘feel’ her presence whenever I use them! Thanks, Elise, for a great video! I recommend learning crochet first, but DO learn both - students will never regret learning both crafts! I enjoy our Saturday RUclips visits! 😻😽💕☺️
What a wonderful story of how you learned crocheting and knitting! I love that you now have your neighbor's knitting needles! I thought I would update you and let you know that Pickle and Olive are starting to get along!! It's been wonderful to see them together!! ❤
@@EliseRoseCrochet I’m so happy for you and your cats! I adopted Brat and Webster together. He liked her, but she wanted nothing to do with him, poor little guy! They are both gone now, but I have Daisy Mae. When I adopted her, I had planned to take two. The rescue place said she didn’t hang out with any cats, not even the ones she lived with previously. She is a loner until bed time, then she’s a cuddle bug!
@@bratsmom6749 so sweet! I think Olive would be happier without her little brother, but I'm so proud of her for learning to accept him!
Brat’s Mom, I love your story! Once we learn and practice, we know when a pattern is correct. 🥰
oh my gosh your joy & enthusiasm for these crafts is infectious - I love it!! thank you for making a video like this, I wish I would have watched something like this before picking up knitting a few years ago & getting frustrated to the point of quitting. I’m making a comeback now for crochet & I agree, it is much easier & a really great starting point for folks new to needle crafts. Hopefully I’ll get good/confident enough in my crochet to eventually tackle knitting again, like you did!
I'm so glad you took a break but are coming back to yarn crafts! 🧶🧶🧶
OMG!... I'm glad i found yout channel!... your toys are absolutely beautiful!
I love it that you're not biased at all. You've presented both knitting and crocheting with their strengths and weaknesses, even your story is very encouraging for either art.
I've been watching my mum crocheting since young and tried learning it but couldn't grasp it. I also saw knitting on TV, I was intrigued with the two sticks (aka knitting needles 🤣), but my mum doesn't know knitting, it was until I was 30 that I picked up knitting through watching RUclips tutorials, I started with chopsticks but it was hard, and so my mum bought me a pair of straight knitting needles and I was hooked since then.
As for crochet, I actually picked up Tunisian crochet basics first and then it naturally transitioned me to the regular crochet, though I still haven't made any actual project with crochet as there are things I still struggle with.
I'm 37 now, and knitting is still my go-to, I just love making scarves, socks, pillow cases, etc, Knowing both knitting and crochet is of course better, I shall try to make crocheted items soon. Thanks for the inspiration!
I still can't believe I picked up knitting by myself and find it easier (whereas other people say crochet is easier). unfortunately knitting is not very common in my country, let alone for a guy to knit, but it's been very comforting to me in times of stress and loneliness, I have no regrets.
I find knitting easier myself and I think crochet products are also beautiful but I love knitted items better.😄
Thanks so much for sharing! 🧶🐑
I love to read this comment. I was 36 and wanna looking for another hobby beside my regular job. I had tried crochet but it was difficult for me because if i make a different single pull of my finger, the pattern will looks bad. I hope someone will say knitting is easier. Thank you
that's so Awesome!!
Thank you for being so encouraging ❤️ I'm a bit nervous, but so excited to learn these skills 😊
Don't be nervous! It's just yarn and mistakes will happen! It's all part of the process! Enjoy yourself! ❤️
Hello
It's nice to meet you here
How are you😊❤
My grandmother knows how to crochet and my sister learned some knitting basics a few years ago. They both sound so interesting and fun!! I'm hoping that learning crochet first will make it easier for me to grasp knitting. I would love to learn about both methods!
Do it! Being bi-craftual is nothing but a benefit. The thing you'll mostly need to learn is yarn tension; you need to hold it firmly enough that it doesn't fall from your fingers, and loosely enough that it'll slide through easily. My first crocheted scarf was so tight that you could lean it against the wall; now my tension's all loosey-goosey and my projects are supple. Have fun, and just relax into the frustration. 😉
Thanks for sharing! 🧶🧶🧶
I started knitting during the first lockdown and a friend of mine started to crochet I was struggling a bit with finding something easy to knit so I switched to crochet pretty quickly and I am so happy I did! I personally think the patterns are a lot easier to understand even if they are without video instructions. I do still have my knitting needles an I am determined to make a sweater someday but right now I am very happy with just crocheting one
Wonderful! Thanks for sharing! 🧶🐑❤️
Can we please just appreciate how much effort Elise puts into her videos?!! 😍❤🧡💛💚💙💜🤎🖤🤍
Awww, you're so sweet! Thank you! 🧶🧶🧶
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Why all the colors?
@@miguelquazar883 Why Not?
I have really enjoyed your videos as well!
I watched this video about a month and a half ago to decide what to do and I went with crochet because I tried knitting in the past, but had problems with tension. It’s a really nice feeling to be able to create something and finally have a hobby (after decades of wanting one)!! I’m realizing I never really gave knitting a chance, so I’m gonna try it again. I really wanna make a sweater for my dog 😊
That's wonderful!!! It really is such a great feeling to make something with your own two hands! 🧶🧶🧶
Your enthusiasm and delivery has completely inspired me 🎉 thank you 😊
I'm so glad! Thank you! ❤️
I learned a little bit of both from my mom and I really can't choose one over the other. I recently picked it back up after many years and it's become a passion!!! I'm finding out through this video that knitting can be used to make toys!!! I want to learn everything!!! Thank you so much for your videos! They are truly invaluable!!! I pray that your son is doing much better!! Blessings!!
Thank you so much! 🧶🐑🧶🐑
Some additional misc thoughts on this topic:
Knitting is much trickier in a motor control sense, in my opinion. I have been knitting continental for >10 years, but even now sometimes I still struggle to control tension on purl stitches. It's legitimately hard! However, I find crochet to be much trickier in terms of visually parsing the stitches and knowing where to stick the hook. With knitting, everything is very orderly and it's easy to see what's going on. Crochet takes more active concentration to avoid mistakes, and the way that crochet stitches look can vary a lot with the yarn you are using, which is confusing as a beginner.
One major advantage of knitting is that sometimes when you make a mistake (like dropping a stitch) you don't necessarily have to frog anything to fix it. But knitting is more vulnerable to, eg. losing a lot of rows all at once if your work falls off the needle while in storage or something. Crochet is nice and stable, and you can stow it away stress-free.
Finally, maybe it's just me, but I find the action of crochet so much more comfortable. If I knit continuously for several hours, at some point I'm forced to stop because my hands start burning. I have never hit that wall with crochet.
Overall I much prefer knit items as the resulting fabric is so much nicer, but ironically I crochet almost exclusively these days mostly because of the last point. Ergonomics counts for a lot.
Hopefully these notes are helpful to someone! I think it doesn't matter which one you start with, just go for it and don't give up 😁✨
Thank you so much for sharing!! You made so many great points! 🧶🧶🧶
I've always done 🐑 but since two days I've done 🧶 and I've fallen in love with both. All I can say is that crochet makes a bit more harsh structures, knitting is always smooth unless the yarn is super stiff, while I found the crochet a little hard. Could just be a me-issue but still, I love both of them.
Thanks for sharing! 🧶🧶🧶
I learnt crochet by my grandma when I was ten and I swear I fell in love with it since then! Now I'm still making bags, carpets, some little toys for my daughter and many more designs! Whenever I am stressed I just grab my crochet stuff and start crocheting it and trust me, once you start, you can't stop. I started knitting 7 months ago and I still love making sweaters and beanies but I like crochet more as a hobby. Anyways, thank you so much for this amazing video, Elise!! ❤
Crochet all the way! I tried knitting when I was younger and it’s just not for me. I got frustrated really easily and gave up quickly 😂 crocheting almost feels like a cop out for people like me who have no patience for knitting. While I do enjoy the crocheting process, I also love the texture it gives and how quickly I can create something really substantial. So yea, I find crocheting extremely satisfying!
Thanks for sharing! 🧶🧶🧶
I’m the exact opposite just as you said except I’m all about knitting. I wish I could crochet but my carpal tunnel acts up when I do start crochet. I want to learn to knit granny squares but you can only crochet granny squares so I have to give up the dream of doing granny squares - boo 😢
Same.
i've been crocheting for the past eight months or so (and i absolutely love it!!) and i recently thought about taking up knitting as well - thanks for this video! super helpful!
You're so welcome! 🧶🧶🧶
I learned to crochet over 50 years ago but didn't learn to knit until 2019, when I was nearly 62. I was recovering from a difficult surgery and needed something sedentary to focus on. I'm still a beginner, but I do love to knit. I've graduated to thread crochet and doilies as an "old lady". I love to crochet as well.
That's so wonderful that you took up knitting when you needed a good distraction! And doilies are so amazing! Sounds like you're having fun with it all! ❤
the end was so truthful thankyou for such support❤ill probably choose crochet
I'm glad you enjoyed it! 🧶🧶🧶
I learnt to knit when I was in fifth grade. Later at age 27 I learnt crochet from my grandmother. I found that I enjoyed crocheting over knitting and haven't stopped since. Crocheting also helped me deal with pain due to fibroids. It's my favourite yarn craft, as it's easier to carry my WIPs and hooks around with me when waiting for the doctor's appointment.
I tried crochet a billion times as a kid. Im left handed, so most things being taught to me where by right handers, and i just couldn't understand it. At 17 i tried knitting, learned from my highschool physics teacher, who taught english "throwing" method. Loved it! It made more sense. I tried crochet a couple more times (yarn in left hand, hook in right) still couldnt get it. Finally it clicked!! Yarn in RIGHT hand, likw for knitting, and hook in left hand, like a pencil. Now i do both! I prefer crochet for the fastness and versatility of the stitches, but loveee the way knit looks for clothing
That's wonderful!! As a mom of two lefties I understand the challenges!!! Glad you were able to figure it out!! 🧶🧶🧶
I love your channel and I picked crochet. I am absolutely addicted to crocheting amigurumi! I currently just made an axolotol. I always go to your channel because you have been doing this hobby for awhile, and you explain things crystal clear. Your tips on crocheting helped me a lot!
Thank you so much!! 🧶🧶🧶
@@EliseRoseCrochet no, thank you!!
I loved your content and the way you explained it. I just wanna start crocheting soon and thank you so much..
Wonderful! ❤️❤️❤️
🧶I’m currently learning how to crochet and today I crocheted arm warmers!
Wonderful! 👏👏👏
🧶 I am obsessed with crochet. My grandmother taught me when I was young and I crocheted patchwork purses and sold them to my classmates. Fun memory. I picked it up again in 2021 and after making blankets, shawls, granny square pillows, and toys, I am focusing more on the small things. I already have the yarn for making your two bunnies! I can’t knit the scarf so I guess I’ll crochet a small stitch to invent one. They’re so adorable! Love your channel.
That's so amazing! 🧶🧶🧶
Hey Elise! I've been a long time crocheter (since 2008) and I just seriously started knitting this year. (I tried to learn last year but I gave up after failing to learn how to purl lol) This year I was determined to learn how to knit so I could knit a pair of socks. I am finding knitting to be so much fun and after getting over that learning curve it's not as hard as I first thought. I find continental knitting easier since I'm coming from crocheting and holding the yarn in my left hand. I definitely think that crocheting is easier (or maybe I'm biased) because you're less likely to drop stitches and the hook makes gripping the yarn easier. There are a lot of different crochet stitches to learn, but making a mistake is much easier to fix. Love your videos :)
Thank you so much for sharing! I had a very similar experience! It's wonderful to be able to switch back and forth between the two now!! 🧶🐑🧶🐑
I am already a crocheter. Looking to add knitting 🧶🐑
I totally agree with you! I started out knitting in college (very basic, scarves & blankets) and recently gave crochet another try while I was recovering from a surgery. I’m loving crochet!! It’s so much quicker!!! It took a bit to get the hang of it, but now that I have the basics down & have found some very helpful YT and TikTok accounts, I’m feeling more confident. I will say, it’s easier for me to multitask and knit if I’m not doing much color work but I think that’s due to muscle memory.
@@cindycam9651 same here!
Thank you for your video.
I have been wanting to try either crochet or knitting for a while now, but I did not know the differences.
Your video helped me to decide to try 🧶 crochet.
Over the next month I will watch videos and gather some supplies after I get paid in a few weeks.
Thank you
Glad it was helpful! 🧶🧶🧶
My mom taught my brother & I how to make granny squares to make pillow cases :3 I kinda forgot about it as I got older but last year a friend found a video for crochet bunny hat & sent it to me 'cuz I like bunnies. I glanced through the video and realized that I could make that. I bought the right size hook & yarn the very next day :3 It turned out way too tight and I never attached the bunny ears but I learned to actually control my tension
That's wonderful! Making mistakes is the best way to learn! 🧶🧶🧶
I started to crochet two years ago and its been going great :)
However i also love how knitted things look but im struggeling so much. I hope one day ill master it :>
Thank you so much for your video. I didnt even know most of those facts. Also this video just motivated me to keep on going with the knitting ^^
Yes!! Keep going! Knitting took me a lot longer for it to finally click! 🧶🧶🧶
hey... thank you a lot. I just started crocheting (I did few things using knitting, though! but I NEEED those cute amigurumis) two weeks ago and felt so disheartened today... your words made me calmer and more determined to continue the journey.
Yes! Don't give up!! I promise that if you are patient with yourself and celebrate your wins, you will be amazed at the progress you make! 🧶🧶🧶
Thank you very much for sharing your story and explaining both crochet and knitting skills in a very informative and fun way. 💐💐💐
I'm so glad you enjoyed it! 🧶🐑❤️
My whole friend group got into knitting and crocheting recently. My best friend had knitted for like two years and she switched to crocheting the past few months and finds it much easier and more fun. Another friend has also knitted for about two years and just got into crocheting a few days ago because of the afformentioned person. A friend started learning crocheting to he able to make himself a plushie. Another wanted to learn to knit with the friend who just got into crocheting and now he's gotten the hang of knitting very well, while she is having fun crocheting. I was over at said best friend's house a few months ago where she taught me to knit and I made a few jagged rows. Now I am properly getting into it to join in the fun with everyone and to learn to make plushies since I love those. Crocheting looks like the right option for me, the patterns look really great and the toys will make amazing presents as I love crafting gifts for my friends. Really cool video, I love it.
That's wonderful!! I love crocheting toys too!! Thanks for sharing!! 🧶🧶🧶
Hello it's nice to meet you here
I have crocheted for years. I tried knitting years ago but had no instructions or anyone to teach me and just didn't understand it. This winter, out of the blue, I decided to relearn knitting. I am now working on my first sweater and loving it!
That is awesome!! I had a similar experience and one day it just clicked! 🧶🐑🧶🐑
I am beginner - intermediate level in both actually, but I learned knitting first. However, i found knitting in the round really tough so I thought I'd learn crochet to be more versatile with my projects. For me, I actually think simple, straight knitting is easier to understand than a simple, straight crochet because with knitting you can see the stitches easily so I don't get lost. With crochet, I find it really hard to even know where to insert my hook because it looks like it could go anywhere, lol. It's like the next stitch is spelled out for you with knitting, but crochet feels more versatile with what you can do. Anyone else?
Thanks for sharing! After reading the comments on this video I think it really depends on how your brain works! But I do think you're right that it's easier to see individual stitches in knitting than crochet! 🧶❤️🐑
Learnt crochet 2 years ago snd i love it. Found it a bit easier to learn now that im starting knitting as well. But they both have their pros and cons.
Absolutely! Thanks for sharing! 🧶🧶🧶
Oh my.. but, I love them both!!! I'm knitting fingerless gloves, right now and working on a crocheted temperature blanket and a hat. So, fun to do them both. Loved this episode! love,hugs,prayers.
Thank you so much!! Your projects sound amazing!! 🧶🐑🧶🐑
Your story is kinda similar to mine! I have a seasoned crocheter/knitter mom who taught me to make a chain snake when I was 9, but then summer ended and I never learned more. Only recently while researching crochet designs for a fundraiser did I fall in love with crocheting, at 17. Suffice to say my mom is more than thrilled.
That is wonderful to have something like that in common! ❤
Hello
It's nice to meet you here
How are you doing 😊❤
I’ve knitted since high school and just learned how to crochet. I like them both but they are absolutely different when you want to make different things. I highly recommend learning both
I love being able to do both! 🧶🐑❤️
My babysitter introduced me to crochet in 3rd grade, but I really got into it in 5th and 6th grade. And now I am absolutely in love with crochet.❤🎈💛💚💙💜
That's wonderful!! 🧶🧶🧶
My first knitting project was a huge blanket, and while maybe not the best choice, it helped me to work out all the kinks and get really good at the basics.
That's great!! 🐑🐑🐑
OMG same! While technically my first project was a pillow, but I made a huge blanket to go with it next that my grandfather stole years later 😒.
I learned both when I was around 7 or 8, but my mom pushed me a little more towards crochet, as she was a crocheter. I have been doing both on and off since then, and I definitely crochet more (traditional and Tunisian) but I still absolutely love knit.
It's so nice to be able to do both!! 🧶🐑🧶🐑
You are so positive! ❤ Thank you. I would like to learn knitting because I would want to knit clothes for my toddler and myself 😊
So motivating! I saw some Amigurumi on Facebook made with a thick yarn and I fell in love. I don't want to buy them, I feel the need to make them. I'm a man and there's some stigma around male crocheter in Italy which almost convinced me not to even think about starting crochet... But today I woke up, saw another very intrusive FB advertisment with Amigurumi and I said to myself: you know what? Who cares about other people, I'll give it a try! So I ordered yarn and hooks and I'm looking forward to starting! I'm watching your videos in the meantime and I feel I'm already learning a lot. Thanks!
I have one question though, would you suggest me to learn the US or the UK terms? Is there more US content? Are the US terms more intuitive?
That is wonderful! 👏👏👏 I have found that following your heart leads to happiness even if others don't fully understand it! Check out Vincent @knotbad on Instagram! He does amazing amigurumi. I would suggest US terms because there seem to be more patterns! Good luck to you!! 🧶🧶🧶
Nothing wrong at all being a man enjoying crochet and knitting! My dad actually started crochet before I did and encouraged me! It's always fun for people to learn that he crochets because he looks like he walked out of a biker gang but will just hang out and chill while he works on a project!
I do both 🧶 & 🐑. I started with crochet and then started fancying knitting so learnt that too xx
Wonderful! ❤
I can crochet and knit. I started knitting in eighth grade. My mom was learning then, too. Then in my mid 20's, I taught myself to crochet to make a bikini top. Then I went back and forth between knitting and crochet projects, but eventually settled on mostly crochet. It is easier to correct if you make a mistake and is faster, which is important if you need a baby blanket quickly. :) Now, at 70, I have discovered Amigurumi and I am obsessed! I am so happy I have this hobby, in addition to card making and quilting. Now if there were only more hours in the day!
That's awesome! And yes, why can't we have more hours in a day!! 😂
I'm also now facing similar health problem in this stage of life. And now I am having my mind on this so excited and hopeful again. Thank you! May god bless you and your family.
That's wonderful!!! Enjoy your new crafting adventure! ❤️
🧶🧶im in week two of learning to crochet. Thanks for the great video. Love your blankets and toys. I want to eventually learn to do both; Crocheting and knitting🧶🐑