Not exactly a knitting video, but how I present knitted gifts! I mention the audio VeryPink Knits Podcast, which can be found here. Regarding the ribbon I used…I ordered the exact same ribbon I used in this video (I needed more) and waited MONTHS for the ribbon to arrive. It never arrived. The company was […]
Check This OutStitch Markers, Ring Markers, and Marking a Stitch
In this video, I cover everything and anything you ever wanted to know about stitch markers. The Knitter’s Pride Platina circular needle set I use in the video can be found here. You can find more information about Knitter’s Pride needles from these retailers: Bryson Distributing Accessories Unlimited Knitter’s Pride Shop finder The shawl pattern […]
Check This OutTips for a Nice Ribbed Cuff
In this video I put together several tips for making a nice ribbed cuff. The Knitter’s Pride Royale 16″ circular needle set I use in the video can be found here. You can find more information about Knitter’s Pride needles from these retailers: Bryson Distributing Accessories Unlimited Knitter’s Pride Shop finder The yarn I used […]
Check This OutCasting-On Without a Slip Knot
In this video we take a look at how using or not using a slip knot in your cast-on changes the look of your knitting, and I demonstrate how to cast-on without a slip knot in a couple of different long-tail COs. The yarn I use for demonstration is Spud & Chloe Outer. The needles […]
Check This OutMagic Knot
I recently put out a video called Three Options for Joining a New Ball of Yarn, and it was brought to my attention that I missed a fourth! The yarn I used for demonstration is Knit Picks Wool of the Andes Bulky. My nail polish is by Julep, color “Evan”.
Check This OutGood Tension Between Knit and Purl Stitches
No loose spots! This is the little trick I use for making sure my tension stays even across a row with both knit and purl stitches. This video is sponsored by Eucalan, the wool soap I trust for all of my knits – I’ve used this fiber wash for years! Eucalan is available at many […]
Check This OutWhat’s Your Knitting Style?
Thrower, picker, flicker? In this video I briefly cover the six most common knitting styles, and the most common names for these styles. You can find more information about Knitter’s Pride needles, as well as retailers using these links: Bryson Distributing Accessories Unlimited Knitter’s Pride Shop finder The Knitter’s Pride Cubics needles I’m using can […]
Check This OutFlicking Q & A
“Flicking” is a way of knitting that is a variation on English/American/throwing knitting – a way to hold the working yarn in your right hand without ever letting go of the right needle. The first (and more general) video I have about flicking can be found here. You can find more information about Knitter’s Pride […]
Check This OutIntarsia vs. Duplicate Stitch
When you want to add a “blob” of color to your knitting, especially circular knitting, duplicate stitch is an easy way to add the design after-the-fact. In this video I demonstrate both intarsia and duplicate stitch. Information on things you’ll see in the video: The yarn I used for demonstration is Knit Picks Wool of […]
Check This OutPortuguese Knitting Style
Even if you’re perfectly happy with the way you knit, I encourage you to give this video a looksie. Portuguese knitting is kind of mind-blowing, and the resulting stitches are identical to Continental/English/American knitting, which means you can work a row of Portuguese knitting or purling in your current project, if you like. The needles […]
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