Confident Knitting: Catching Floats Holding One Yarn in Each Hand ACTechniques 2021-05-03 | This video shows you how to catch floats in stranded colourwork when holding one yarn in each hand for even, consistent colourwork. See our video for holding both yarns in the right hand here: youtu.be/_kfXCQvEYRQGet technique tutorials every fortnight, direct to your inbox, with our newsletter. Receive a free pattern and tutorial when you subscribe: http://eepurl.com/djlZCTThis video is part of our Confident Knitting series. The pattern featured in this video is the Variance Hat by Janette Budge which can be found, along with in-depth photo tutorials, in our book, Confident Knitting. You can purchase Confident Knitting at:UK retailers: actechniques.co.uk/retailersModern Daily Knitting (USA): moderndailyknitting.com/shop/confident-knittingStrickmich (EU): https://www.strickmich-shop.de/en/Books/?manufacturer=bb92ee57ee5f4b9b8dfb06e1129cb884&order=topseller&p=1 0:00 Introduction0:32 What Is a Float?1:33 Stranding Too Tightly 2:24 Stranding Too Loosely3:11 How Often Should You Catch a Float?4:40 Some Rules of Thumb6:55 Catching In at the Same Spot 8:37 Holding One Yarn in Each Hand for Colourwork9:35 Catching in the Pattern Colour Yarn Behind the Background Yarn11:06 Catching the Background Colour Behind the Pattern Colour
Colour change clasped weft join ACTechniques 2023-04-17 | This video shows you a simple method for changing from one colour of yarn to a new one, with the change happening in exactly the correct spot. The clasped weft join is particularly helpful when you are working with a non-felting yarn such as a cotton, or superwash wool. The join is almost invisible and really easy to do.The basic clasped weft join is demonstrated here: youtu.be/erNOgDuoZSgFor an invisible join in a felt-able yarn, try splicing: youtu.be/8cCJIcYzUP0Briochevron wrap by Stephen West: westknits.com/collections/shawls-wraps/products/briochevron-wrap0:00 Introduction1:03 Basic technique2:10 Stepwise instructions on changing colour in the correct spot with the clasped weft join7:20 Trim the remaining yarn tails8:40 Outro and useful links
Duplicate Stitch ACTechniques 2023-03-13 | This video shows you how to add contrast colours to knitted fabric using duplicate stitch. This is relevant for the Rosy Mittens designed by Arne & Carlos, in Modern Daily Knitting's Field Guide No. 23 Glow.You can buy Field Guide No. 23 Glow directly from Modern Daily Knitting: moderndailyknitting.com/shop/mdk-field-guide-no-17-lopi0:00 Introduction1:40 Identifying stitches and the basic path of duplicate stitch2:57 Planning your path for duplicate stitch3:30 Duplicate stitch in detail5:47 Fussing with stitches to adjust tension8:16 Weaving in yarns between patches of colour9:18 Duplicate stitch from left to right and streamlining your duplicate stitch11:36 Weaving in ends on the wrong side12:24 Working the next contrast colour13:05 Nudging yarns to ensure good coverage of the stitch below14:06 Conclusion and links
Creating Pockets ACTechniques 2023-02-22 | This video shows you how to insert a pocket back and how to sew the pocket back down to complete the pocket construction. This is relevant for the Destination Pullover designed by Mary Jane Mucklestone, in Modern Daily Knitting's Field Guide No. 17 Lopi, but you could equally use this method to add a pocket to any garment project.You can buy Field Guide No. 17 Lopi directly from Modern Daily Knitting: moderndailyknitting.com/shop/mdk-field-guide-no-17-lopiOther videos in this series:Magic Loop: youtu.be/iD8pRe1QxfcTravelling Magic Loop: youtu.be/-SFy_OJT-pcCrochet Provisional Cast On: youtu.be/pRHkd4Pye3wGrafting: youtu.be/HMmScwO7gToSetting Up a Thumb: youtu.be/BNnvKwFIdZQChanging Direction Using a Short Row for Mitten Cuffs: youtu.be/TbucpsewLUIWorking with Lettlopi at a Loose Gauge: youtu.be/j7ed2q4LSx00:00 Introduction1:00 Create pocket back1:35 Work pocket opening2:00 Join in pocket back4:00 Tips for sewing down the pocket back6:23 Adding a waste yarn guide to the garment7:53 Adding a waste yarn guide to the pocket back8:58 Joining the row-end edge of the pocket back to the garment11:06 Joining the cast-on edge of the pocket back to the garment15:00 Re-twisting yarn to prevent breaks15:40 Seaming the final side of the pocket back16:48 Weaving in ends17:56 Completed pocket18:10 Conclusion and links
Working With Lettlopi at Loose Gauge ACTechniques 2023-01-18 | This video shows you the characteristics of Lettlopi when worked at a loose gauge. This is relevant for the Destination Pullover and Daytripper Cardigan in Modern Daily Knitting's Field Guide No. 17 Lopi as well as the Stopover Sweater and Cardigan. All four of these patterns were created by Mary Jane Mucklestone.Destination Pullover and Daytripper Cardigan patterns are both found in MDK Field Guide No. 17.You can buy Field Guide No. 17 Lopi directly from Modern Daily Knitting: moderndailyknitting.com/shop/mdk-field-guide-no-17-lopiStopover Pullover can be purchased on Ravelry: ravelry.com/patterns/library/stopoverStopover Cardigan can also be purchased on Ravelry: ravelry.com/patterns/library/stopover-cardiganOther videos in this series:Magic Loop: youtu.be/iD8pRe1QxfcTravelling Magic Loop: youtu.be/-SFy_OJT-pcCrochet Provisional Cast On: youtu.be/pRHkd4Pye3wGrafting: youtu.be/HMmScwO7gToSetting Up a Thumb: youtu.be/BNnvKwFIdZQChanging Direction Using a Short Row for Mitten Cuffs: youtu.be/TbucpsewLUI0:00 Introduction0:43 Lettlopi description1:49 Lettlopi in stranded colourwork2:07 Gauge and Lettlopi4:27 Swatching tips5:31 Washing and blocking your swatch7:36 Knitting Lettlopi at a loose gauge8:34 Conclusion and links
Clasped Weft Join ACTechniques 2022-12-07 | This video shows you a simple method for changing from one ball of yarn to a new one. The clasped weft join is particularly helpful when you are working with a non-felting yarn such as a cotton, or superwash wool. The join is almost invisible and really easy to do.For an invisible join in a felt-able yarn, try splicing: youtu.be/8cCJIcYzUP0Briochevron wrap by Stephen West: westknits.com/collections/shawls-wraps/products/briochevron-wrap0:00 Introduction1:42 How to work a clasped weft join3:44 How to place a colour change4:20 Conclusion and links
Confident Knitting: I-Cord Cast Off ACTechniques 2022-02-01 | This video shows you how to work an i-cord cast off for a neat, professional finish. This video is part of our Confident Knitting series. The pattern featured in this video is the Prime Blanket by Carol Feller, and it can be found, along with in-depth photo tutorials in our book Confident Knitting. You can purchase Confident Knitting at:UK retailers: actechniques.co.uk/retailersModern Daily Knitting (USA): moderndailyknitting.com/shop/confident-knittingStrickmich (EU): https://www.strickmich-shop.de/en/Books/?manufacturer=bb92ee57ee5f4b9b8dfb06e1129cb884&order=topseller&p=1 We also have a video demonstrating how to pick up stitches in preparation for this cast off which can be found here: youtu.be/OzSItP9jaQM0:00 Introduction1:01 Cable Cast On Preparation2:45 Working Basic I-Cord Cast Off Method 3:23 Working a SSK to Join i-Cord To Blanket3:58 Retuning i-Cord Stitches to Left Needle5:22 Working Around The Corner7:24 Resuming Basic i-Cord Cast Off Method
Confident Knitting: Picking Up Stitches ACTechniques 2022-02-01 | This video shows you how to pick up stitches along the row-end and cast-on edges in preparation for an i-cord cast off. This video is part of our Confident Knitting series. The pattern featured in this video is the Prime Blanket by Carol Feller, and it can be found, along with in-depth photo tutorials in our book Confident Knitting. You can purchase Confident Knitting at:UK retailers: actechniques.co.uk/retailersModern Daily Knitting (USA): moderndailyknitting.com/shop/confident-knittingStrickmich (EU): https://www.strickmich-shop.de/en/Books/?manufacturer=bb92ee57ee5f4b9b8dfb06e1129cb884&order=topseller&p=1 We also have a video demonstrating how to work the i-cord cast off which can be found here: youtu.be/LULE60pVDBY0:00 Introduction1:01 Identifying Stitches To Pick Up1:55 Picking Up & Knitting Stitches on the Row-End Edge4:35 Picking up & Knitting Stitches Along the Cast-On Edge
Picking up a dropped loop ACTechniques 2022-01-24 | This video shows you how to correct a dropped loop when marling, using the Striped Marl Hat by Cecelia Campochiaro from Modern Daily Knitting Field Guide 19: Marls. The video includes picking up a loop on both the right and wrong side of the work.You can buy Marls directly from Modern Daily Knitting: moderndailyknitting.com/shop/mdk-field-guide-no-19-marlsOther videos in this series: Spaced Long-Tail Cast On Method youtu.be/3qQt6kwuPxcChanging Colours for Marls youtu.be/aZNhzEueuds00:00 Introduction0:24 What Is Marled Knitting?1:00 Spotting A Dropped Stitch1:13 What You'll Need1:50 Catching the Dropped Stitch2:44 Working Around to the Affected Stitch Column3:03 Putting a Crochet Hook into the Affected Stitch3:47 Laddering Down Your Knitting 4:45 Laddering Up Corrected Stitch 5:38 Reminder To Pick Up Both Strands7:03 Replacing Fixed Stitch Onto Needle7:35 Spotting A Dropped Stitch When It Has Popped to the Back of Knitted Fabric 8:11 Marking the Spot 8:28 Using Crochet Hook to Go Through Last Correct Stitch9:08 Slipping Stitch Off The Needle 9:59 Laddering Stitch Up 10:33 Tip for Making Sure You're Grabbing Right Strands 11:24 Returning Stitch To Needle
Confident Knitting: Mattress Stitch ACTechniques 2022-01-03 | This video shows you how to sew a mattress stitch seam on both stocking and reverse stocking stitch fabric. This video is part of our Confident Knitting series. The pattern featured in this video is the Saturnus Cushions by Jimenez Joseph, and they can be found, along with in-depth photo tutorials in our book Confident Knitting. You can purchase Confident Knitting at:UK retailers: actechniques.co.uk/retailersModern Daily Knitting (USA): moderndailyknitting.com/shop/confident-knittingStrickmich (EU): https://www.strickmich-shop.de/en/Books/?manufacturer=bb92ee57ee5f4b9b8dfb06e1129cb884&order=topseller&p=1 0:00 Introduction1:43 Preparing To Mattress Stitch for Rib or Stocking Stitch 3:10 Identifying Edge & Penultimate Stitches 4:05 Final Set Up Move 5:09 Beginning Main Mattress Stitch Pattern for Rib or Stocking Stitch7:52 Zipping Up Your Mattress Stitch8:51 Finishing the Seam in Rib or Stocking Stitch10:25 Mattress Stitch in Reverse Stocking Stitch 13:15 Finishing the Seam in Reverse Stocking Stitch
Confident Knitting: Grab Stitches ACTechniques 2022-01-03 | This video shows you how to work grab stitches to add surface texture to your knitting. This video is part of our Confident Knitting series. The pattern featured in this video is the Saturnus Cushions by Jimenez Joseph, and they can be found, along with in-depth photo tutorials in our book Confident Knitting. You can purchase Confident Knitting at:UK retailers: actechniques.co.uk/retailersModern Daily Knitting (USA): moderndailyknitting.com/shop/confident-knittingStrickmich (EU): https://www.strickmich-shop.de/en/Books/?manufacturer=bb92ee57ee5f4b9b8dfb06e1129cb884&order=topseller&p=1 We also have a video demonstrating how to seam the Saturnus Cushions which can be found here: youtu.be/X2bLKci9NeM0:00 Introduction0:41 What Is A Grab Stitch?2:22 Working A Grab Stitch 1x45:05 Working A Grab Stitch 4x68:12 The Wrong and Right Side of Grab Stitch 4x6
Confident Knitting: Long-Tail and German Twisted Cast-On Method ACTechniques 2021-12-01 | This video shows you how to work a perfect cast on for ribbing. The combination of the long-tail method for knit stitches and the German twisted method for purl stitches gives a stable but stretchy edge. This video is part of our Confident Knitting series. The pattern featured in this video is the Stellar Hat by Gudrun Johnston which can be found, along with in-depth photo tutorials, in our book, Confident Knitting. You can purchase Confident Knitting at:UK retailers: actechniques.co.uk/retailersModern Daily Knitting (USA): moderndailyknitting.com/shop/confident-knittingStrickmich (EU): https://www.strickmich-shop.de/en/Books/?manufacturer=bb92ee57ee5f4b9b8dfb06e1129cb884&order=topseller&p=1 0:00 Introduction0:40 Uses of Long-Tail and German Twisted Cast-On Method 1:15 Measuring Your Long Tail 2:35 Arranging Your Yarn to Cast On 2:58 The Slingshot or 'Y' Base Position 3:20 Using Long Tail Cast-On Method to Cast On a Knit Stitch 4:14 Using German Twisted Cast-On Method to Cast On a Purl Stitch 6:18 Zoomed In View of Working Two Knits and Two Purls 7:53 View of the Finished Edge
Changing Colours for Marls ACTechniques 2021-11-18 | This video shows you how to change colours when marling, using the Striped Marl Hat by Cecelia Campochiaro from Modern Daily Knitting Field Guide 19: Marls. The video includes changing colours, as well as tips on weaving in ends.You can purchase Marls directly from Modern Daily Knitting: moderndailyknitting.com/shop/mdk-field-guide-no-19-marlsOther videos in this series: Spaced Long-Tail Cast On Method youtu.be/3qQt6kwuPxc00:00 Introduction0:22 What Is A Marl?1:20 Introducing a New Yarn 1:56 Working Stitches With Three Strands 2:26 Breaking Off A Yarn3:00 What the Join Looks Like From Right Side3:14 Dealing With Ends Option 1: Block and Trim3:40 Dealing With Ends Option 2: Weaving In for Extra Security
Confident Knitting: Russian Join ACTechniques 2021-11-01 | This video shows you how to work a Russian join. A Russian join allows you to invisibly join in a new yarn and helps avoid having lots of ends to weave in at the end of a project. It is particularly useful for projects where you might see both sides and there's no place to "hide" a woven-in end. It's a great alternative to a felted join when you're working with superwash yarns or other fibres that won't felt.For yarns that will felt, we recommend splicing/a felted join. You can find a video tutorial demonstrating that method here: youtu.be/8cCJIcYzUP0This video is part of our Confident Knitting series. The pattern featured in this video is the Findhorn Wrap by Emily K. Williams, and it can be found, along with in-depth photo tutorials in our book Confident Knitting. You can purchase Confident Knitting at:UK retailers: actechniques.co.uk/retailersModern Daily Knitting (USA): moderndailyknitting.com/shop/confident-knittingStrickmich (EU): https://www.strickmich-shop.de/en/Books/?manufacturer=bb92ee57ee5f4b9b8dfb06e1129cb884&order=topseller&p=1 0:00 Introduction0:30 What is a Russian Join And when it's useful1:10 Tools you'll need1:40 Marking the joining point 2:39 Threading old yarn back on itself 4:15 Introducing the new yarn5:04 Smoothing the join 7:13 If the colour change isn't quite right
Confident Knitting: Modular Knitting ACTechniques 2021-11-01 | This video shows you how to use yarn overs to pick up and join geometric knitted shapes, a process known as modular knitting. This video is part of our Confident Knitting series. The pattern featured in this video is the Findhorn Wrap by Emily K. Williams, and it can be found, along with in-depth photo tutorials in our book Confident Knitting. You can purchase Confident Knitting at:UK retailers: actechniques.co.uk/retailersModern Daily Knitting (USA): moderndailyknitting.com/shop/confident-knittingStrickmich (EU): https://www.strickmich-shop.de/en/Books/?manufacturer=bb92ee57ee5f4b9b8dfb06e1129cb884&order=topseller&p=1 0:00 Introduction1:29 Picking up and knitting a yarn over from a border row 3:58 Picking up a yarn over from an adjacent strip 5:26 Working a yarn over at the start of a row before a knit stitch 7:13 Working a yarn over at the start of a row before a purl stitch
Spaced Long-Tail Cast-On Method ACTechniques 2021-10-18 | This video shows you how to work the spaced long-tail cast-on method, perfect for when you need a bit of extra stretch and the method recommended for the projects in Modern Daily Knitting Field Guide No. 19: Marls.You can buy Field Guide No. 19 directly from Modern Daily Knitting: moderndailyknitting.com/shop/mdk-field-guide-no-19-marls0:00 Introduction0:23 What Is A Marl?1:10 Estimating Yarn Tail Length2:11 Getting Started with A Slip Knot2:54 Working the Spaced Long Tail Cast On 3:13 Using the Right Hand to Keep Stitches Spaced Out3:30 Arranging the Working Yarn and Tail On Left Hand 3:53 Creating A Slingshot/Y-Shaped Position 4:11 Casting On The First Stitch
Alternating cable cast on ACTechniques 2021-09-30 | This video shows you how to work an alternating cable cast on. This is a great cast-on method for ribbing, and I explain in the video how to work different combinations of knit and purl stitches.This video is part of our Confident Knitting series. The pattern featured in this video is the Terrain Mitts by @heyBrownBerry Marceline Smith, and it can be found, along with in-depth photo tutorials, in our book, Confident Knitting. You can purchase Confident Knitting from our retailers: actechniques.co.uk/retailers0:00 Introduction1:23 Making a slip knot1:47 Working the cast on2:43 Creating a purl stitch3:14 Creating a knit stitch4:45 Reading the cast-on edge5:07 Adjusting for different rib patterns5:41 Joining into the round6:46 The finished cast-on edge
Confident Knitting: Mosaic Knitting ACTechniques 2021-09-30 | This video demonstrates mosaic knitting. This is a great colourwork method, where you only work with one colour at a time.This video is part of our Confident Knitting series. The pattern featured in this video is the Terrain Mitts by @heyBrownBerry Marceline Smith, and it can be found, along with in-depth photo tutorials, in our book, Confident Knitting. You can purchase Confident Knitting at:UK retailers: actechniques.co.uk/retailersModern Daily Knitting (USA): moderndailyknitting.com/shop/confident-knittingStrickmich (EU): https://www.strickmich-shop.de/en/Books/?manufacturer=bb92ee57ee5f4b9b8dfb06e1129cb884&order=topseller&p=1 0:00 Introduction2:14 Mosaic knitting in the round 4:07 Mosaic knitting worked back and fourth7:08 Carrying yarns between rounds
Splitting Body & Sleeves on the Simple Swoncho ACTechniques 2021-09-17 | This video shows you how to split the body and sleeves on the Simple Swoncho by Karida Collins from Modern Daily Knitting Field Guide 18: Beginnings. Jen takes you setting aside the sleeve stitches, joining the body into the round, and picking up for the sleeves later, as well as sewing the gap at the underarm closed at the end.You can buy Beginnings directly from Modern Daily Knitting: moderndailyknitting.com/shop/mdk-field-guide-no-18-beginningsOther videos in this series: Join, being careful not to twist sts, in the round a using circular needle: youtu.be/s0BTCZZ-7Yo Join, being careful not to twist sts, in the round using double-pointed needles: youtu.be/sMb-QXS0uJM Joining sleeves and body: youtu.be/9QBq4T8iYPQSeaming the Diagonal Mitts: youtu.be/xbS5n3XpPH000:00 Introduction01:25 The geography of your round02:17 Dividing off the first sleeve04:56 Working across the body05:18 Divide off the second sleeve06:50 Complete the dividing round07:20 Joining the body into the round again10:25 Returning the sleeve stitches to the needles13:11 Knitting across the sleeves14:34 Joining the sleeves into the round15:08 Closing holes at the underarms
Confident Knitting: Garter Stitch Short-Row Heel ACTechniques 2021-09-01 | This video shows you how to work a garter stitch short-row heel. This is a very versatile heel since it can be used for both toe-up and cuff-down socks.This video is part of our Confident Knitting series. The pattern featured in this video is the Moorland Socks by Jen Arnall-Culliford and they can be found, along with in-depth photo tutorials, in our book, Confident Knitting. You can purchase Confident Knitting at:UK retailers: actechniques.co.uk/retailersModern Daily Knitting (USA): moderndailyknitting.com/shop/confident-knittingStrickmich (EU): https://www.strickmich-shop.de/en/Books/?manufacturer=bb92ee57ee5f4b9b8dfb06e1129cb884&order=topseller&p=1 0:00 Introduction0:35 Overview of the Process1:16 Versatility of Short-Row Heels 1:35 Setting Up the Heel2:56 Working the First Row of the First Section3:46 Working a Wrap and Turn (w&t) on the Right Side Row4:53 Working a Wrap and Turn (w&t) on the Wrong Side Row6:38 Working Increasingly Shorter Rows 8:09 How to Spot an Unwrapped Stitch12:23 Beginning the Second Section 13:30 How to Make a Double-Wrapped Stitch14:08 Working the First Wrong Side Row of the Second Section 14:57 Working Increasingly Longer Rows 16:18 Seeing the Heel Take Shape 16:52 Working the Last Wrong Side Row 18:15 Resuming Working int he Round 20:23 Tidying Up Gaps at the Corner of the Heel
Seaming the Diagonal Mitts ACTechniques 2021-08-16 | This video shows you how to seam the Diagonal Mitts by Karida Collins from Modern Daily Knitting Field Guide 18: Beginnings. Jen takes you through choosing a matched, or mirrored pair and how to ensure that the thumb opening is secure and strong enough to cope with long-term wear.You can buy Beginnings directly from Modern Daily Knitting: moderndailyknitting.com/shop/mdk-field-guide-no-18-beginningsOther videos in this series: Join, being careful not to twist sts, in the round a using circular needle: youtu.be/s0BTCZZ-7Yo Join, being careful not to twist sts, in the round using double-pointed needles: youtu.be/sMb-QXS0uJM Joining sleeves and body: youtu.be/9QBq4T8iYPQ0:00 Introduction0:32 Deciding on Matched or Mirrored Diagonal Seams2:42 Preparing to Seam 3:32 Securing the Bottom Corner4:37 Seaming Up the Side of the Mitt6:28 Fastening Off for the Thumb Opening7:45 Weaving Ends in Garter Stitch9:35 Completing the Mitt from the Top 10:40 Finishing the Thumb Opening 11:33 Finished Diagonal Mitts
Confident Knitting: Reversible cables ACTechniques 2021-08-02 | This video shows you how to work 4/4 LRibC and 4/4 RRibC reversible cables. These cables cross two sets of rib stitches over each other to create a fabric that's attractive on both sides.This video is part of our Confident Knitting series. The pattern featured in this video is the Lustrous Shawl by Noma Ndlovu and it can be found, along with in-depth photo tutorials, in our book, Confident Knitting. You can purchase Confident Knitting at:UK retailers: actechniques.co.uk/retailersModern Daily Knitting (USA): moderndailyknitting.com/shop/confident-knittingStrickmich (EU): https://www.strickmich-shop.de/en/Books/?manufacturer=bb92ee57ee5f4b9b8dfb06e1129cb884&order=topseller&p=1 0:00 Introduction1:41 4/4 LRibC cable technique4:30 4/4 RRibC cable technique6:13 How to knit off the needle tip7:39 Completed row example8:13 Cable needle tip to make the shawl
Joining Sleeves and Body ACTechniques 2021-07-14 | This video shows you how to join sleeves to the body to knit the yoke up of a seamless, bottom-up sweater. This video supports the Debut Pullover by Karida Collins from Modern Daily Knitting Field Guide No.18: Beginnings which is available directly from Modern Daily Knitting: moderndailyknitting.com/shop/mdk-field-guide-no-18-beginningsOther videos in this series:Join, being careful not to twist sts, in the round a using circular needle: youtu.be/s0BTCZZ-7YoJoin, being careful not to twist sts, in the round using double-pointed needles: youtu.be/sMb-QXS0uJM 0:00 Introduction1:03 Benefits of knitting a sweater in the round1:45 Cast off stitches on the sleeves2:23 Casting off underarm stitches on body 3:25 Overview of the pieces & process 4:18 Using a longer circular needle4:55 Joining the left sleeve5:45 Slipping the held stitches onto needle 6:40 Knitting across the left sleeve stitches 7:13 Using magic loop to get around the sleeve 8:25 Working across the front body 8:45 Slipping right sleeve stitches onto needle to join9:38 Joining in right sleeve stitches 10:40 Using magic loop to get around the sleeve 11:18 Adding a marker11:54 Managing the first rounds
Confident Knitting: Vikkel braids ACTechniques 2021-07-01 | This video shows you how to work both one- and two-colour Vikkel braids. These are a great way to frame a stitch pattern and add interest to your knitted fabric.This video is part of our Confident Knitting series. The pattern featured in this video is the Burnished Mittens by @lilykatemakes8358 and they can be found, along with in-depth photo tutorials, in our book, Confident Knitting. You can purchase Confident Knitting at:UK retailers: actechniques.co.uk/retailersModern Daily Knitting (USA): moderndailyknitting.com/shop/confident-knittingStrickmich (EU): https://www.strickmich-shop.de/en/Books/?manufacturer=bb92ee57ee5f4b9b8dfb06e1129cb884&order=topseller&p=1 0:00 Introduction0:25 What is a Vikkel Braid?1:42 Cable Cast On to Set Up Vikkel Braid2:09 Working a One-Colour Vikkel Braid 4:29 Finishing the Vikkel Braid5:48 Weaving In the End6:55 Working a Two-Colour Vikkel Braid9:25 Finishing a Two-Colour Vikkel Braid
Join, being careful not to twist sts, using circular needles ACTechniques 2021-06-15 | This video shows you how to join for working in the round on circular needles. It covers how to check that your cast-on edge isn't twisted, as well as tips for removing a twist after the first round. It also shows how to work a row flat before joining which makes avoiding a twist more straightforward. We also have a video demonstrating this technique on double-pointed needles (DPNs): youtu.be/sMb-QXS0uJMModern Daily Knitting Field Guide No. 18: Beginnings is available directly from Modern Daily Knitting: moderndailyknitting.com/shop/mdk-field-guide-no-18-beginnings0:00 Introduction0:40 Explanation of the Problem1:36 Overview of the Tutorial 2:30 Joining in the Round without Twisting5:20 Checking at End of First Round6:36 Fixing a Twist at End of First Round 8:05 Working a Flat Row before Joining 9:03 Joining after Working Flat Row
Join, being careful not to twist sts, using double-pointed needles ACTechniques 2021-06-15 | This video shows you how to join for working in the round on double-pointed needles (DPNs). It covers how to check that your cast-on edge isn't twisted, as well as tips for removing a twist after the first round. It also shows how to work a row flat before joining which makes avoiding a twist more straightforward. We also have a video demonstrating this technique using circular needles : youtu.be/s0BTCZZ-7YoThis video supports the Debut Pullover by Karida Collins from Modern Daily Knitting Field Guide No.18: Beginnings which is available directly from Modern Daily Knitting: moderndailyknitting.com/shop/mdk-field-guide-no-18-beginnings0:00 Introduction 0:35 What does "joining in the round, being careful not to twist" mean?1:38 Overview of the Video 2:11 Casting On Your Stitches + Ensuring It's Straight 2:54 Dividing Your Stitches3:45 Checking Your Cast On Edge4:13 Joining To Work in the Round on DPNs5:50 Recognising and Fixing a Twist on First Round 7:35 Working a Flat Row Before Joining8:40 Dividing and Checking Stitches and Joining in the Round
Confident Knitting: French knots ACTechniques 2021-06-01 | This video shows you how to embroider French knots on knitted fabric for a beautiful embellishment. We also have videos for embroidering twisted chain stitches (youtu.be/wNXRdHd4ocI) and detached chain stitches (youtu.be/J98_CnVziqw) This video is part of our Confident Knitting series. The pattern featured in this video is the Patina Scarf by Jeanette Sloan which can be found, along with in-depth photo tutorials, in our book, Confident Knitting. You can purchase Confident Knitting at:UK retailers: actechniques.co.uk/retailersModern Daily Knitting (USA): moderndailyknitting.com/shop/confident-knittingStrickmich (EU): https://www.strickmich-shop.de/en/Books/?manufacturer=bb92ee57ee5f4b9b8dfb06e1129cb884&order=topseller&p=1 0:00 Introduction0:50 Securing the Yarn on the Wrong Side1:45 Tying a Small Knot2:23 Passing Needle to Right Side of Fabric2:49 Secret to a Tidy French Knot2:59 Working a French Knot4:34 Securing the End
Confident Knitting: Detached chain stitch ACTechniques 2021-06-01 | This video shows you how to embroider detached chain stitch (also known as lazy daisy) on knitted fabric for a beautiful embellishment. We also have videos for embroidering twisted chain stitches (youtu.be/wNXRdHd4ocI) and French knots (youtu.be/u6wbFUaunxU) This video is part of our Confident Knitting series. The pattern featured in this video is the Patina Scarf by Jeanette Sloan which can be found, along with in-depth photo tutorials, in our book, Confident Knitting. You can purchase Confident Knitting at:UK retailers: actechniques.co.uk/retailersModern Daily Knitting (USA): moderndailyknitting.com/shop/confident-knittingStrickmich (EU): https://www.strickmich-shop.de/en/Books/?manufacturer=bb92ee57ee5f4b9b8dfb06e1129cb884&order=topseller&p=1 0:00 Introduction0:40 Using Locking Stitch Markers to Plan0:55 Securing Yarn on Wrong Side of Work2:26 Passing Yarn to Right Side 3:05 Working the Detached Chain Stitch3:57 Finishing Off a Petal4:33 Making a Second Petal 6:00 Fastening Off
Confident Knitting: Twisted chain stitch ACTechniques 2021-06-01 | This video shows you how to embroider twisted chain stitches on knitted fabric for a beautiful embellishment. We also have videos for embroidering French knots (youtu.be/u6wbFUaunxU) and detached chain stitch (youtu.be/J98_CnVziqw).Between 05:40 and 06:45 I refer to the twisted stitches as petals a couple of times. I really mean stem stitches, or just stitches. Apologies for that!This video is part of our Confident Knitting series. The pattern featured in this video is the Patina Scarf by Jeanette Sloan which can be found, along with in-depth photo tutorials, in our book, Confident Knitting. You can purchase Confident Knitting at:UK retailers: actechniques.co.uk/retailersModern Daily Knitting (USA): moderndailyknitting.com/shop/confident-knittingStrickmich (EU): https://www.strickmich-shop.de/en/Books/?manufacturer=bb92ee57ee5f4b9b8dfb06e1129cb884&order=topseller&p=1 0:00 Introduction 0:33 Using Locking Stitch Markers to Mark Your Work0:47 Securing Yarn on the Wrong Side2:21 Pulling Yarn through to the Right Side2:45 Working The Twisted Chain Stitch5:07 Curving Your Stem7:10 Checking Your Work + Trying Again or Making Adjustments8:03 Fastening Off
Changing Direction Using a Short Row for Mitten Cuffs ACTechniques 2021-05-27 | A short video showing you how to change direction when knitting in the round. This is useful because it allows you to avoid purling when you want to work a folded up hem. A German short row is used to switch from knitting in one direction to the other. The pattern for the mittens is the Trinket Mittens by Mary Jane Mucklestone from MDK Field Guide No. 17 Lopi.Modern Daily Knitting Field Guide No. 17 Lopi is available directly from Modern Daily Knitting: moderndailyknitting.com/shop/mdk-field-guide-no-17-lopiOther videos in this series: Magic Loop: youtu.be/iD8pRe1QxfcTravelling Magic Loop: youtu.be/-SFy_OJT-pcCrochet Provisional Cast On: youtu.be/pRHkd4Pye3wGrafting: youtu.be/HMmScwO7gToSetting Up a Thumb: youtu.be/BNnvKwFIdZQ0:00 Introduction0:33 Explanation of the Problem1:43 Changing Direction for Working In Round2:20 Working a Short Row Trick to Close Gap 3:14 Resolving the Gap Stitch
Setting Up a Thumb ACTechniques 2021-05-27 | A short video showing you how to set up a thumb. The video includes the backwards-loop cast on, knitting across the cast-on stitches, and picking up the stitches to later work the thumb. The pattern for the mittens is the Trinket Mittens by Mary Jane Mucklestone from MDK Field Guide No. 17 Lopi.Modern Daily Knitting Field Guide No. 17 Lopi is available directly from Modern Daily Knitting: moderndailyknitting.com/shop/mdk-field-guide-no-17-lopiOther videos in this series: Magic Loop: youtu.be/iD8pRe1QxfcTravelling Magic Loop: youtu.be/-SFy_OJT-pcCrochet Provisional Cast On: youtu.be/pRHkd4Pye3wGrafting: youtu.be/HMmScwO7gToChanging Direction Using a Short Row for Mitten Cuffs: youtu.be/TbucpsewLUI0:00 Introduction0:16 Overview of Inserting a Thumb in the Trinket Mittens0:56 Other Uses for This Method 1:34 Placing Your Thumb Stitches on Hold3:03 Casting on Replacement Stitches Using the Backwards Loop Method 4:11 Working Across Backwards Loop Cast On Stitches4:34 Avoiding Stretching Your Cast On Edge 5:53 Another Tip For Eliminating Gap in Backwarrds Loop Cast On Edge6:33 Returning Held Thumb Stitches to Needle 7:42 Picking Up in the Gap 8:10 Picking Up Stitches Along Cast On Edge10:40 Picking Up in the Other Gap
Confident Knitting: Catching Floats with Both Yarns in Right Hand ACTechniques 2021-05-03 | This video shows you how to catch floats in stranded colourwork when holding both yarns in your right hand, for even, consistent colourwork. See our video for holding one yarn in each hand here: youtu.be/dA2U2MYvphkThis video is part of our Confident Knitting series. The pattern featured in this video is the Variance Hat by Janette Budge which can be found, along with in-depth photo tutorials, in our book, Confident Knitting. You can purchase Confident Knitting at:UK retailers: actechniques.co.uk/retailersModern Daily Knitting (USA): moderndailyknitting.com/shop/confident-knittingStrickmich (EU): https://www.strickmich-shop.de/en/Books/?manufacturer=bb92ee57ee5f4b9b8dfb06e1129cb884&order=topseller&p=1 0:00 Introduction0:32 What Is a Float?1:33 Stranding Too Tightly 2:24 Stranding Too Loosely3:11 How Often Should You Catch a Float?4:40 Some Rules of Thumb6:55 Catching In at the Same Spot 8:40 Holding Both Yarns in One Hand for Colourwork9:12 Catching in the Pattern Colour Yarn Behind the Background Yarn11:05 Catching the Background Colour Behind the Pattern Colour
About Arnall-Culliford Knitwear ACTechniques 2021-04-24 | Welcome to Arnall-Culliford Knitwear!The Totally Tubular Mittens by Sarah Hatton are one of 12 technique-led accessory patterns in Boost Your Knitting.The Hyacinthus Armwarmers feature helical knitting and are by Jen Arnall-Culliford and from A Year of Techniques.You can purchase our books from our retailers: actechniques.co.uk/retailers
Grafting ACTechniques 2021-04-13 | A short video showing you how to graft your stitches together invisibly in stocking stitch.You can purchase our books from our retailers: actechniques.co.uk/retailersOther videos in this series: Magic Loop: youtu.be/iD8pRe1QxfcTravelling Magic Loop: youtu.be/-SFy_OJT-pcCrochet Provisional Cast On: youtu.be/pRHkd4Pye3w0:00 Introduction0:12 How Much Yarn You'll Need0:27 Overview of Grafting0:50 Working the First Stitches 1:42 Grafting Across the Row 3:04 Leaving Your Yarn Loose 4:15 Working the Last Stitches
Crochet Provisional Cast On ACTechniques 2021-04-13 | A video showing you how to work the wonderfully versatile crochet provisional cast on. A provisional cast on allows you to later return to your cast on edge and work from live stitches.You can purchase our books from our retailers: actechniques.co.uk/retailersOther videos in this series: Magic Loop: youtu.be/iD8pRe1QxfcTravelling Magic Loop: youtu.be/-SFy_OJT-pcGrafting: youtu.be/HMmScwO7gTo0:00 Introduction0:10 Explanation of the Provisional Cast On and Its Uses0:49 What You'll Need1:35 Getting Started2:12 Crocheting onto the Knitting Needle3:12 Finishing the Crochet Chain4:09 Joining Your Main Yarn 4:32 Joining in the Round (if applicable)4:59 Unzipping the Crochet Provisional Cast On 7:18 Ensuring You Don't Drop Stitches 8:55 If You're Short a Stitch
Confident Knitting: Blocking a cowl using wires and pins ACTechniques 2021-04-01 | This video shows you how to block a cowl so that you don't create any folds in the fabric, using pins, wires and household objects. We also have a video showing this process using minimal kit: youtu.be/tWpCZjLP7rMThis video is part of our Confident Knitting series. The pattern featured in this video is the Evolve Cowl by Hunter Hammersen which can be found in our book, Confident Knitting. You can purchase Confident Knitting at:UK retailers: actechniques.co.uk/retailersModern Daily Knitting (USA): moderndailyknitting.com/shop/confident-knittingStrickmich (EU): https://www.strickmich-shop.de/en/Books/?manufacturer=bb92ee57ee5f4b9b8dfb06e1129cb884&order=topseller&p=1 0:00 Introduction0:40 What is Blocking? 2:00 Soaking2:44 Removing From Water 3:33 Preparing to Dry 4:08 Equipment You'll Need 5:02 Threading the Blocking Wires 5:58 Creating a Scalloped Edge 7:11 Balancing the Cowl to Dry 8:53 Pinning Out the Cowl Edge 10:18 Making Adjustments
Confident Knitting: Blocking a cowl ACTechniques 2021-04-01 | This video shows you how to block a cowl so that you don't create any folds in the fabric, using minimal kit. We also have a video showing this process using blocking pins and wires: youtu.be/81dcD3OLY0gThis video is part of our Confident Knitting series. The pattern featured in this video is the Evolve Cowl by Hunter Hammersen which can be found in our book, Confident Knitting. You can purchase Confident Knitting at:UK retailers: actechniques.co.uk/retailersModern Daily Knitting (USA): moderndailyknitting.com/shop/confident-knittingStrickmich (EU): https://www.strickmich-shop.de/en/Books/?manufacturer=bb92ee57ee5f4b9b8dfb06e1129cb884&order=topseller&p=1 0:00 Introduction0:50 What is Blocking? 2:08 Soaking2:53 Removing From Water 3:43 Preparing to Dry 4:15 The Problem with Leaving to Dry Flat 4:40 Using Cylinders 6:18 Adjusting as it Dries 6:40 Alternative: Hanging to Dry
Magic Loop ACTechniques 2021-03-12 | Magic Loop is a brilliant method for knitting small circumferences in the round using a long circular needle. It is perfect for knitting socks, hats, scarves, sleeves – basically any project with a smaller circumference.You can purchase books from our retailers: actechniques.co.uk/retailersOther videos in this series:Travelling Magic Loop: youtu.be/-SFy_OJT-pcCrochet Provisional Cast On: youtu.be/pRHkd4Pye3wGrafting: youtu.be/HMmScwO7gToChanging Direction Using a Short Row for Mitten Cuffs: youtu.be/TbucpsewLUISetting up a Thumb: youtu.be/BNnvKwFIdZQ0:00 Introduction0:06 What Magic Loop Is + What It's Useful For0:40 Needle Length Needed1:04 Setting Up for Magic Loop2:44 Knitting the First Stitches 3:53 Basic Set Up of Magic Loop 4:20 Approaching End of First Side + Preparing to Work Second Side5:28 Recognising the End of the Round6:26 Recap with More Fabric on the Needles
Travelling Magic Loop ACTechniques 2021-03-12 | Travelling Magic Loop is a variation on the classic Magic Loop (see below for a link to our video on that technique). It ensures that you always start to knit with the adjacent stitches on your right needle tip. This avoids tension issues at the change from one needle to the other, and can eliminate ladders.Magic Loop is a brilliant method for knitting small circumferences in the round using a long circular needle. It is perfect for knitting socks, hats, scarves, sleeves – basically any project with a smaller circumference.You can purchase books from our retailers: actechniques.co.uk/retailersOther videos in this series:Magic Loop: youtu.be/iD8pRe1QxfcCrochet Provisional Cast On: youtu.be/pRHkd4Pye3wGrafting: youtu.be/HMmScwO7gToChanging Direction Using a Short Row for Mitten Cuffs: youtu.be/TbucpsewLUISetting up a Thumb: youtu.be/BNnvKwFIdZQ0:00 Introduction 0:13 Uses for Magic Loop0:30 Needle length to use for Magic Loop Method 0:50 Benefits of Travelling Magic Loop Method 1:12 Setting up a Magic Loop2:15 Starting to Work the Travelling Magic Loop 3:48 Coming to the End of the First Needle5:10 Recap of Travelling Magic Loop With More Fabric Knitted5:25 Need for A Marker
Purlwise lifted increases for the Flux Hand Warmers by Martina Behm ACTechniques 2021-03-04 | This short video demonstrates how to work the purlwise lifted increases. These are used in the thumb gusset of Martina Behm's Flux Hand Warmers from Confident Knitting.You can purchase Confident Knitting from our retailers: actechniques.co.uk/retailers
Stretchy Cast Off ACTechniques 2021-03-01 | This video shows you how to work Jeny's Surprisingly Stretchy Cast Off, suitable for edges where you need extra stretch, like the cuffs of mitts, socks or sleeves.This video is part of our Confident Knitting series. The pattern featured in this video is the Flux Hand Warmers by Martina Behm which can be found in our book, Confident Knitting. You can purchase Confident Knitting from our retailers: actechniques.co.uk/retailers0:00 Introduction 0:38 Overview of the Method 1:20 Preparing the first stitch 2:08 Working a purl stitch2:42 Working a knit stitch 3:59 Working the last stitches 5:19 Weaving in the ends
Confident Knitting: Folded Hem ACTechniques 2021-03-01 | This video shows you how to work a folded hem.This video is part of our Confident Knitting series. The pattern featured in this video is the Flux Hand Warmers by Martina Behm which can be found in our book, Confident Knitting. You can purchase Confident Knitting at:UK retailers: actechniques.co.uk/retailersModern Daily Knitting (USA): moderndailyknitting.com/shop/confident-knittingStrickmich (EU): https://www.strickmich-shop.de/en/Books/?manufacturer=bb92ee57ee5f4b9b8dfb06e1129cb884&order=topseller&p=1 0:00 Introduction 0:25 Folded Hem + The Flux Hand Warmers by Martina Behm0:50 Overview of the Folded Hem Process1:40 Provisionally Casting On 4:10 Joining in the Main Yarn4:50 Preparing to Fold the Hem5:25 Unzipping Provisional Cast On 8:16 Folding the Hem10:51 Working the Joining Round
Little Lessons Intarsia: Intarsia Joins on the Diagonal ACTechniques 2021-01-12 | A video showing you how the intarsia join is worked when you change colour on a diagonal.The pattern mentioned in the video is the Watercolor Cowl, designed by Kaffe Fassett, from MDK Field Guide No. 16 Painterly.To purchase the pattern book, visit: moderndailyknitting.com/shop/mdk-field-guide-no-16-painterlyOther tutorials in this series:Intarsia Joins: youtu.be/QO-4ZpxFCf8Weaving in Ends in Intarsia: youtu.be/YxX-Tl-rQ34Felted Join: youtu.be/SQXUB62ctfYEstimating Yarn Lengths for Intarsia: youtu.be/UtW824YnwocPutting Your Yarn in the Right Place for Intarsia: youtu.be/QFP5FH37-l80:00 Introduction 0:36 Vertical v. Diagonal Intarsia Joins1:25 Working Diagonal Intarsia Joins on the Right Side 2:18 Working Vertical Intarsia Joins on the Right Side 2:57 Review of Working Diagonal Intarsia Joins on the Right Side 3:24 Avoiding Over and Under Tightening Yarn4:54 Working Diagonal Intarsia Joins on the Wrong Side 5:48 Looking at Looped Vertical and Diagonal Join on Wrong Side 6:23 Closer Look at the Appearance of the Diagonal Join6:57 Review of Intarsia Joins
Little Lessons Intarsia: Putting Yarn in the Right Place for Intarsia ACTechniques 2021-01-12 | A video showing you how to catch in your yarn at the rear of the work, so that it ends up in the correct place for the next row.The pattern mentioned in the video is the Watercolor Cowl, designed by Kaffe Fassett, from MDK Field Guide No. 16 Painterly.To purchase the pattern book, visit: moderndailyknitting.com/shop/mdk-field-guide-no-16-painterlyOther tutorials in this series:Intarsia Joins: youtu.be/QO-4ZpxFCf8Weaving in Ends in Intarsia: youtu.be/YxX-Tl-rQ34Felted Join: youtu.be/SQXUB62ctfYEstimating Yarn Lengths for Intarsia: youtu.be/UtW824YnwocIntarsia Joins on the Diagonal: youtu.be/-qQ_LZSxUp00:00 Introduction0:33 Explanation of Intarsia and Possible Yarn Position Problems1:25 Determining Where Yarn's Will End Up and Spotting Problems2:07 Explanation of Carrying Yarns2:37 Demonstration of Carrying Yarns5:08 Checking Tightness5:32 Working the Next Row 6:00 Note on Loose Gaps 6:30 Note on Pulling from the Tangle
Setting in a sleevehead with mattress stitch ACTechniques 2021-01-06 | Learn how to sew a sleevehead into the armhole on a pieced sweater with mattress stitch.This technique is used on the Unite Sweater and Reunite Cardigan, both from Something to Knit Together Winter Edition. The collection includes five cable patterns designed by Natalie Warner and supported by tutorials from A-C Knitwear. The eBook is available to purchase on Ravelry ravelry.com/patterns/sources/something-to-knit-together-winter-edition Our books can be purchased from our retailers: actechniques.co.uk/retailersOther tutorials in this series:Joining Sleeves and Side Seams in One: youtu.be/sXDYZDubAWoJoining Shoulder Seams with Back Stitch: youtu.be/llhhIH_gk_E0:00 Introduction 0:35 Matching up your sleevehead with armhole2:57 Getting started with the mattress stitch on cast off edges 5:45 Mattress stitching on row-end edges6:40 What to do if your seam isn't lining up 9:24 Handling the top of the sleevehead 11:40 The finished result
Joining Sleeves and Side Seams in One ACTechniques 2021-01-06 | Learn how to sew side and sleeve seams in one, on a pieced sweater, with mattress stitch.This technique is used on the Unite Sweater and Reunite Cardigan, both from Something to Knit Together Winter Edition. The collection includes five cable patterns designed by Natalie Warner and supported by tutorials from A-C Knitwear. The eBook is available to purchase on Ravelry ravelry.com/patterns/sources/something-to-knit-together-winter-edition Our books can be purchased from our retailers: actechniques.co.uk/retailersOther tutorials in this series:Setting in a Sleevehead with Mattress Stitch: youtu.be/FJXYnnIdSTMJoining Shoulder Seams with Back Stitch: youtu.be/llhhIH_gk_E0:00 Introduction 0:49 Pinning the sleeve and side seam 2:07 Preparing to sew and a note on joining yarn 2:48 Avoiding uneven cuffs 3:26 Setting up mattress stitch4:11 Working mattress stitch on reverse stocking stitch5:40 Working mattress stitch on stocking stitch 7:09 Working mattress stitch on the garter ridge 7:27 A note on tightening9:14 If you find your fabric isn't matching up 9:55 Mattress stitch at the underarm 10:58 Mattress stitching the side seams12:12 The last section 13:58 Finishing off
Joining Shoulder Seams with Back Stitch ACTechniques 2021-01-06 | Learn how to join shoulder seams on a pieced sweater with back stitch.This technique is used on the Unite Sweater and Reunite Cardigan, both from Something to Knit Together Winter Edition. The collection includes five cable patterns designed by Natalie Warner and supported by tutorials from A-C Knitwear. The eBook is available to purchase on Ravelry ravelry.com/patterns/sources/something-to-knit-together-winter-edition Our books can be purchased from our retailers: actechniques.co.uk/retailersOther tutorials in this series:Setting in a Sleevehead with Mattress Stitch: youtu.be/FJXYnnIdSTMJoining Sleeves and Side Seams in One: youtu.be/sXDYZDubAWo0:00 Introduction 0:34 Preparing to back stitch1:14 Beginning to back stitch 2:35 Handling a step in the piece4:05 Sloping the shoulders4:20 Checking your work
Picking Up Stitches ACTechniques 2020-12-16 | Learn how to pick up stitches along a garter stitch edge. This technique is used for the Fond Mittens from Something to Knit Together Winter Edition. The collection includes five cable patterns designed by Natalie Warner and supported by tutorials from A-C Knitwear. The eBook is available to purchase on Ravelry ravelry.com/patterns/sources/something-to-knit-together-winter-edition Our books can be purchased from retailers: actechniques.co.uk/retailersThis video covers tips for evenly spacing your picked up stitches as well as how to pick them up tidily. It's used to pick up stitches to work a mitten cuff, but is also useful for button bands and any situation where you need to pick up stitches along a row-end edge.0:00 Introduction0:35 Considerations when picking up stitches0:54 Tips for evenly picking up stitches 1:19 Using locking stitch markers2:22 Picking up stitches along garter ridges 5:08 Redoing a section 6:05 What to do if your stitch count is out
Little Lessons Intarsia: Estimating Yarn Lengths Tutorial ACTechniques 2020-12-07 | A short video showing you how to estimate how much yarn you will need, when working intarsia. The video also shows how to join in a new colour.The pattern mentioned in the video is the Watercolor Cowl, designed by Kaffe Fassett, from MDK Field Guide No. 16 Painterly.To purchase the pattern book, visit: moderndailyknitting.com/shop/mdk-field-guide-no-16-painterlyOther tutorials in this series:Intarsia Joins: youtu.be/QO-4ZpxFCf8Weaving in Ends in Intarsia: youtu.be/YxX-Tl-rQ34Felted Join: youtu.be/SQXUB62ctfYMore to come...0:00 Introduction 0:52 Figuring Out How Much Yarn You'll Need1:20 Wrapping Yarn to Determine Length of Ten Stitches1:52 Folding Yarn to Determine Total Length Needed 2:04 Adding a Bit Extra 2:22 Measuring Additional Colours 2:55 Introducing the New Yarns 5:27 Checking We Got the Right Length of Yarn + Lessons Learned6:00 A Note on Tidiness
Little Lessons Intarsia: Felted Join Tutorial ACTechniques 2020-12-07 | A short video showing you how to join in a new length of yarn when working intarsia. Using short lengths rather than whole balls makes intarsia easier.The pattern mentioned in the video is the Watercolor Cowl, designed by Kaffe Fassett, from MDK Field Guide No. 16 Painterly.To purchase the pattern book, visit: moderndailyknitting.com/shop/mdk-field-guide-no-16-painterlyOther tutorials in this series:Intarsia Joins: youtu.be/QO-4ZpxFCf8Weaving in Ends in Intarsia: youtu.be/YxX-Tl-rQ34Estimating Yarn Lengths for Intarsia: youtu.be/UtW824YnwocMore to come...0:00 Introduction0:32 Running Out of Yarn Length 1:30 How to Thin Felted Tweed Yarn to Join2:22 Overlapping the Yarns to Join2:35 Folding the Yarns Back on Themselves to Join3:05 Dampening the Yarn3:22 Felting the Yarns Together3:52 Security of the Join
