Weaving in Ends in Seed Stitch

Weaving in the ends in seed stitch can be tricky – you want the end secure, but you also want to try to hide it as much as possible in the patterned fabric. Here’s how I like to do it. Information on things you’ll see in this video: The sweater I’m wearing is my Ombre […]

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Advanced Tinking

“Tink” is the word “knit” backwards, and “tinking” means to take out stitches, stitch-by-stitch, to correct a mistake. In this video I demonstrate how to tink back when the stitches aren’t as straightforward as plain knit stitches. This technique will be especially helpful if you need to tink back through a cable or lace pattern. […]

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Simple Magic Loop

Most of us find that we don’t always have the correct size of circular needle, in the correct length, for every project. Knowing how to work magic loop will allow you to use a long circular needle to knit a small circumference tube. This is especially helpful if you have an interchangeable needle set, which […]

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Weaving in Ends in Garter Stitch

So many different ways to weave in ends! Here I demonstrate how to do it in garter stitch (every row knit). To see my other videos on weaving in ends, visit the Weaving in Ends category page. Information on things you’ll see in this video: The sweater I’m wearing is my Ombre Dyed Sweater, pattern […]

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Reusing Yarn

Ready to unravel? Here is how to prepare used yarn and get it ready to knit again. Note – this process works for both animal fibers (wool, alpaca, etc) and cellulose fibers (cotton, linen, etc.). You may get different results with synthetic fibers. Synthetic fibers vary in the way they react, so the only way […]

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Why Do You Knit?

Hello, Knitters! I’m starting a new project, and I’m excited to say, it’s something that we get to work on together! The question is – Why do you knit? Shoot a short video of yourself answering this question, upload the file to your computer, and email it to me. Parker will work his editing magic […]

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“Backwards” (or “Mirror”) Knitting

Information on things you’ll see in this video: The sweater I’m wearing is my Ombre Dyed Sweater, pattern + video tutorial. The sweater on the mannequin is my Zasio Sweater Coat, pattern + video tutorial. The patterned project bag on the table is by dellaQ Knitting Bags and Cases. My nail color is by OPI, […]

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