10 (more) knitting tips that really make you a better knitter - Part 2

[@NimbleNeedles]

I would love to hear your thoughts. Was I able to show you something you didn't know before? Are there any tips you feel i should have mentioned? Please, comment and share your feedback!

[@lorrainehutter6677]

I noticed you slipped the first stitch of your knit row purlwise (5:05). I was not aware of that. I have always slipped the first stitch in a row "as the stitch presents itself".

[@lyntorckler1640]

Just discovered your channel and Love the way you teach!

[@agave20091]

I've watched your tutorial on k1p1 ribbing. I still have either the right or left side of a knit stitch that is is shorter than the other what am I still doing wrong, wow to correct and hoe to fix the ones I've messed up? I'm a bit slow, so any help is MUCH appreciated!

[@NimbleNeedles]

@@agave20091 I couldn't possibly know without seeing maureen. But at the end of the day, practice will help. And if none of the tips in that video changed anything, my last tip was that you have to live with it - as long as its regular i don't see any problem to be honest.

[@gaynellgallagher4306]

Norman, I had several “Aha” moments while watching this video - things I learned after 20+ years of knitting. Thank you so much!

[@susanfried3607]

Last weekend my husband was out of town, and I spent the entire weekend with you, watching every NimbleNeedles video I came across. I have implemented a few tips, and after 50 years of knitting, I have notice that my project looks more professional. Thank you Norman for all of your help, and for making knitting so fun. You are a wonderful teacher, and always have great information! Love your videos!

[@NimbleNeedles]

It's my pleasure, Susan. Happy to hear my tips are good enough even for an experienced knitter ❤

[@SueDamron]

I just found you and subscribed! Thank you for your wonderful tips! I’m still a beginner, in my opinion, but you helped me learn how to make edges so much better! And more! Great tips!!

[@judymckinstry8130]

Very helpful! I am returning to knitting after 30 years of working full time. It is not coming back to me as quickly as I thought it would. Thank you for your videos.

[@patmartens4751]

I wish I had been able to learn from you when I started knitting 83 years ago when I was 10. The magic of internet. I want to make at least one really well knitted jersey for my only great great grandchild. Thank you nimble fingers for answering so many of my questions. You have done more for knitting than you will ever know. Thank you , I hope every knitter finds your video early in their knitting journey.👏

[@NimbleNeedles]

Oh wow, pat! With 83 years of experience under your belt, I'm sure you could teach me one or two tricks yourself. Still, very happy to hear that I could help even such a seasoned knitter along. Thank you for sharing your feedback with me.

[@gamingwithfrodo]

Please write down stories from your life for your grand- and great grandchildren (and your gggrandchild)! These memories are so precious!

[@normacarter5532]

Norman I have recently found your Utube and must tell you that I have been knitting for many years off and on. I do knit the English way but my mother being German knitted the German way same as you. I have lovely memories of hearing those needles clicking away like crazy whilst she knitted jerseys etc for my boys, usually one a week for four boys. You have shown me so many new ways of doing knitting and you are an excellent teacher. Everything you show is nice and clear to understand. Please never give up your Utube I want to continue learning new things. Even my husband likes to listen to your kind voice and professional advice.

[@NimbleNeedles]

awww...so..how high is the chance he will pick up knitting as well? *grin*

[@tammyk.stresslessjoy1524]

It’s like I want to clap after your tutorials. I’m sure we would all give you a standing ovation.👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻😃👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻😁👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻☺️👏🏻👏🏻😊💐

[@NimbleNeedles]

heh...it's the thought that counts! thank you tammy.

[@lauraemilia3054]

You have (hands down) helped me more than anyone 🙏

[@lilianemann1441]

You are always so organized, very professional, and so likeable! Thank you, Norman, for your expertise!

[@NimbleNeedles]

Thank you for your lovely feedback. Liliane. It's always a pleasure to teach when my content is so well received.

[@kerravonsen2810]

In regard to "tightening up after every stitch" I have the opposite problem in regard to knit stitches: my knit stitches are incredibly tight, and my purl stitches are much looser. So I suppose I should start tightening up my purl stitches. Wow, the jogless stripe tip is so much less confusing than others I've seen, thank you.

[@TRuth120]

I’ve been knitting for so long and thought I’d done it all. Thanks for making knitting fun again!

[@TheMagDawg]

Omggg the gap fix after knitting a round !!!! Thank you !!!!

[@lisasweet2536]

Tip #6, closing the gap on a bind off was the perfect follow up from the first video suggesting how to avoid the 'ear' when binding off the last stitch. So lovely. Thanks so much Norman!

[@NimbleNeedles]

Glad it helped!

[@tamiefaw7970]

You are easy to listen to and have a pleasant voice and teaching ability. Thank you.

[@NimbleNeedles]

So nice of you to say that, Tamie! Means a lot!

[@alizaras]

Wonderful new tips! One of my go to tips is to learn something new, practise for a bit and then have good night sleep, it's especially helpful when it's something difficult one is trying to learn as the brain will process it during the night and the next day the new technique seems easier :)

[@NimbleNeedles]

I LOVE that Alizara! That's definitely something to remember. I'll include it in my guide on my blog! thank you for sharing

[@alizaras]

@@NimbleNeedles Yw!

[@lisac3089]

Norman, you are my new favorite channel! I came across your channel when my therapist suggested that I learn the continental stitch to reduce the wear on my wrists and elbows. A few weeks later, you are my first knitting channel that I go to each day when I’m on KZbin! Thanks for your great slow and clear method of teaching as well as your positivity!

[@mjquintana26]

And now you are a magician! Dear Norman I am thankful for you, this video teach me so many tricks, In my country (Mexico) we learn the continental style, I learned to knit as a child, here USA American or throwing was the only way to knit I remember I went to a LYS and enrolled in a class, and the teacher had problems with my knitting style, Oh how I loved that little place. So you knit continental style, let's have a Continental breakfast! Thank you for the inspiration.

[@NimbleNeedles]

Ha! breakfast is my favorite meal of the day!

[@janefuller1737]

Just love you, Norman! You make me so thrilled with my knitting!

[@Kimber_Lee_Enlow]

The video is helpful. I am so new, that I’ll repeat it again once I’ve learned a bit more. Thanks ❤

[@lindapayne9474]

I am so glad to find you! I am watching one video after another and learning so much! Thank you@

[@christinesellar3866]

Thanks Norman, I needed to know how to cast off neatly in the round and you showed me. Cheers from Melbourne (Australia)

[@NimbleNeedles]

you are very welcome Christine!

[@catherinegiven5504]

Dear Norman, Great videos, as always, Pts. 1 & 2 were terrific! You make me chuckle: "Why change a running system?" You are a great teacher, a comforting voice in this often harsh world we live in. I love how you take the time to analyze and explain exactly why yarn may misbehave, so to speak, on the needles! My father was an inventor engineer, math/science guy. I know he would enjoy your classes, too. Thank you!

[@NimbleNeedles]

Glad you like them!

[@gloriaknight73]

just watching your tip no 3 in the easier way to decrease..truly nevee noticed this in my 50 yrs that they look the same. So much easier especially in the p2tbl dec using psso instead. Thanks so much

[@PlayHookywithMe]

I'm back again , Norman to ask if you would consider doing a video on how to fix mistakes. For example, when you realize you have dropped a stitch or have to go back and redo a row during stockinette stitching. You explain things so well that it would be great to see your approach. Thank you in advance! xx

[@NimbleNeedles]

That's a good idea. Yeah, I will definitely put it on my list for one of my next videos. In fact, I already collected a couple of ideas for such a video/post a couple of days ago :)

[@PlayHookywithMe]

@@NimbleNeedles 🙏🏻👏🏻 thank you

[@teenwphoto]

Wow this was a great video. I've never seen that lifted stitch increase!

[@NimbleNeedles]

you can read more about it here: nimble-needles.com/stitches/how-to-knit-lifted-increases

[@knitknack2285]

Thanks for the knitting tips Norman!

[@judystaroska09]

I have just discovered this while looking for something else. What a stroke of luck. I know some and learn some. Have bookmarked your site and signed up for newsletters and patterns. I live in .Grand Blanc, Mich. Look forward to more. Thank you very much.

[@NimbleNeedles]

Welcome aboard! and there's definitely going to be more!

[@johannacarlander8750]

I’ve never commented on a video before but this video is too good to be left uncommented 🤩 new subscriber here to stay 😄

[@NimbleNeedles]

Heh. Very happy to hear that and welcome to my channel 😊🤔

[@jackiemdz]

Norman, I love your work , videos and lessons! So detailed, practical and I really enjoy your very technical approach (very German, love it!) as it helps to understand the why's and how to fix some issues we face. I started knitting almost 30y ago, learned it with my grandma, and despite trying to improve my technique through books and even lessons, I must admit I've learned much more from you! Thank you! Going to patreon now!

[@NimbleNeedles]

Many thanks! and thank you for planing to support my work

[@gracielacontreras4772]

Always a pleasure to learn from you !!! Thanks from Argentina

[@Jacelyn5440]

Since i am a really beginner knitter you showed me a lot I did not now. I can make the knit stitch, purl stitch and a few other techniques. But, I needed to know more in order to make larger projects. So, thanks!

[@NimbleNeedles]

Though you can already do a lot with these two stitches! But happy to hear I was able to help you a bit. Feel free to comment any time in case you need any help.

[@niteflytes]

Just discovered your videos and you are now my favorite go to for knitting help. Your videos are the best. You explain everything so clearly and thoroughly and make it so easy to learn. Thank you

[@NimbleNeedles]

aww..thank you so much

[@mariannef.9314]

When I got frustrated with my tension and practising for having stitches that slide at a gentle push with a finger but stay on the needle when I lift it on one tip I rememered our cat an the way it moves. Taking that memory into my wrists and fingers caused a bit improvement. I love knit stitch selvages and since I work them like a cat carefully drawing something towards itself with extended paw and claws they look good. I have fun finding cat movements for other stitches, too.

[@TheMysteryDimensionEmpire]

This is very helpful and thank you so much. I am just started learning knitting and I love watching your videos. ❤ well done with your work.

[@lisalee2594]

The tip on decreases is very helpful. I have a shawl pattern along with the yarn that works all decreases (and increases) in purl. I found it very difficult especially when I’m expected to purl 3 together. I gave up right away. I’ve had the pattern for about 3 years. I tighten up my stitches too. It’s usually as I’m preparing to do the next stitch. I’ve noticed that my purls need more tightening than my knits.

[@jeanbrown4380]

Your show is a breath of fresh air. I’ve learned so much just in a few videos. Thank you for your style and talents

[@NimbleNeedles]

Wow, thank you! very glad to hear that :)

[@kathhollandful]

Genius! Thanks again Norman.x

[@4444FABFOUR]

The tip to avoid complicated stitches at the end of the row is so helpful to keep the work tidy. Thanks Norman!

[@cruisepaige]

That tip # 3!!! Yeah!!!

[@pamburkhalter1884]

Again, wonderful information and easy to learn

[@chilena1alejandra]

Norman thank you for sharing your expertise. I don’t care how many years a person has been knitting or crocheting we can always learn something new thank you so much. 😊

[@ccpperrett7522]

Thanks for all the tips. Practice and patience.👍

[@NimbleNeedles]

Thanks for watching!

[@Sunshine-pm1jf]

The edging tip looks beautiful been knitting for years , can’t wait to do this 😊

[@NimbleNeedles]

There's going to be a new video with just edging tips and options tomorrow :)

[@Gingerandrooo]

My fave knitting hack is fir decrease rounds. I always forget if I am on a plain knit or a decrease so i just look at a row counter on the first decrease. If it’s an odd number then all odd number rows are decrease even numbers are plain knit. It’s so simple and silky but honestly it has made a huge difference for me lol just to take a look or to dig out a row counter just for those sections

[@christenagervais7303]

For a neat edge, if you are on a knit row, you purl the last stitch. Slip the stitch then purl the next row, finishing with 1 knit stitch in the last stitch. This leaves a very nice edge.

[@Gigiknittingandmore]

Thanks for all the tips. Everyone calls me a nerd for knowing most of these tips already. Lol. Love to know your thoughts on more salvage edges. Your videos are GREAT keep them coming please

[@NimbleNeedles]

Well, do knit yourself a knitting-nerd badge and wear it with pride ;-) Actually, I am going to steal that idea. Lol. And yeah, I think a video on selvages is in order. Just gotta find a way to organize it in a nice way because it is actually a huuuge topic.

[@Gigiknittingandmore]

By the by im from the united states in illinois.

[@NimbleNeedles]

@@Gigiknittingandmore i love how everyone is sharing where they are from. It so great to hear from knitters all over the world

[@frans3474]

@@NimbleNeedles I was born in Switzerland but I now live in the South Island of New Zealand, almost at the bottom of the world! 😁❣️🌹I emigrated here in 1973. Your videos are very enjoyable and even though I have been knitting since I was a child, I still have a lot to learn! 👍🏻

[@KerulenWolle]

What a great tip on tensioning the strand with a tiny movement of a finger. I’ve been trying to make my stitches even for ages, and behold, this is the solution! Thank you Norman, for yet another amazing tutorial.

[@NimbleNeedles]

You are so welcome and happy you could finally figure it out for yourself!

[@rosertaylor6139]

I have never had a problem knitting with DP needles. I struggle to understand why ppl do. ❤

[@NimbleNeedles]

well...i guess it depends a lot on your early childhood and how your nerves were challenged during that time - or not.

[@Morticia147]

I find it fascinating how much ne stuff I learn from you. I knit for about 15 years now and find your tips and tricks really helpful. It's most of the time the small stuff that really matters - thanks a lot :O)

[@feliseacosta9491]

I really like that your suggestion are to the point.

[@NimbleNeedles]

happy to hear that, Felise

[@fabiolagonzalez3970]

You are very nice. Thank you for helping me to improve my knitting!! Regards from Chile!! 😃👍😘🙋‍♀️🇨🇱❤️

[@NimbleNeedles]

You’re welcome 😊 Greetings from Germany - i think you are the first to comment from Chile. Lovely country I always wanted to visit (when it's possile again ;-) )

[@fabiolagonzalez3970]

@@NimbleNeedles Thank you!! I hope you could come to Chile soon to spend nice days! 🤗🤗😘🌺🌺🙋‍♀️🇨🇱

[@kathwhit6462]

I was taught to slip first stitch, but never knew why, for 60 yrs ?! Thank YOU 👍

[@narellelemans7176]

You are such a lovely person Norman. You have such fantastic tips - keep up the good work. Greetings from Australia.

[@evonnephillips7434]

Thanks Norman - really helpful,

[@lynnehume9468]

Great pod cast please keep them coming

[@NimbleNeedles]

Thx for the encouragement, Lynn. I definitely shall! :)

[@dianelakata1308]

I never knew one could psso from left to right!!

[@NimbleNeedles]

as a rule of thumb, in knitting you can basically do ANYTHING. You can even bind off in the other direction :P

[@judykilger5417]

Love your videos! Thank you!!

[@gretabrown8320]

Great tips thankyou

[@carolweymouth1556]

The lifted increase, Norman! Thanks so much for that neat, tidy tip.

[@NimbleNeedles]

Any time, Carol!

[@star37021]

Thank you Norman!!

[@nell6913]

I've been knitting for 66 years - the best tip to even tension is to keep the needles at 90 degrees from each other while working your stitches. To prove this, try exaggerating the angle and you will see that while the needle is in the stitch, it elongates it.

[@NimbleNeedles]

Wow 66 years. That's a lot of experience. And thank you for sharing your tip here with us! It is much appreciated. And indeed, the way you hold your needles, and the way you stretch out the stitches as you knit them make a big difference!

[@pinkcher1]

Thanks for all the tips.

[@suemercer9859]

Thanks for the extra tips. I’m always open for new ideas xox

[@patriciajansen2776]

This was so helpful. Thank you.

[@NimbleNeedles]

Glad it was helpful Patricia

[@louisedavies1212]

I love listening to you.

[@juliemorley22]

Thank you once again for these tips😀

[@Kerreber]

Great tips, thanks!

[@BritainVthatsme]

So cute!!

[@wilmaakastitchedbyjean3679]

Thank you for the tips

[@leafullerton5611]

Enjoyed your tips. Very informative

[@debabbott3058]

Love your tips🎉❤

[@thepurpleknithouse]

Thank you for the video and answering the neaten up the edges question ❤

[@mothernature88888]

Thank you 💜

[@valerieberesford1407]

Thank you 😊.

[@Limena50]

thank you so much!

[@rosertaylor6139]

I always move sts over onto the next needle every 10 or so rows in circular knitting to avoid gaps

[@rosariobecerril1473]

I really like your videos because you explain very well!!!

[@sarahd.7827]

Thanks!

[@TravisTennies]

Really good. Great! Awesome.

[@Golybis]

Thank you very much! It makes me so happy you include "advanced" techniques in your videos! It makes me a bit frustrated to see, everyone is around beginners and there are like... no resources or masterclass-type materials for non-beginners. You were able to show me new things and also reminded me to be gentle to myself. Thank you! If you would be so kind to make a video about edging stitches, I'd be very happy.

[@NimbleNeedles]

That video is on its way...hope I'lll be able to upload it tomorrow

[@ahc1957]

Great videos, thank you

[@joanmachado9063]

Great video thank you

[@melaniew4354]

I am a left-handed knitter of less than a year. I have been teaching myself with books and KZbin for a little over a year now, and your videos have been the most practical and helpful by far that I have found. So glad I found you! Definitely happy to subscribe and look forward to watching all your videos!

[@NimbleNeedles]

I am glad to have you here, Melanie! :) Though I sadly cannot give you all that much input for left-handed knitting :(

[@melaniew4354]

@@NimbleNeedles thank you for the reply! And that's quite alright, I've found not alot of people can, so I am figuring it out for myself. I watch most videos in my hand mirror, so that's a very valuable tool for me. I truly am a mirror knitter!

[@NimbleNeedles]

@@melaniew4354 that's quite ingenious! happy to hear you found a way to make it work. You might look into youtube flipper software which does a similar thing :)

[@katherinelipsich7724]

I am also a left:handed knitter. I knit continental. I works for me, but I do have problems following patterns for english style

[@melaniew4354]

@@katherinelipsich7724 I knit by throwing, so I guess that's English style. I have figured out that since I hold my working needle in my left hand and my holding needle in my right, I read lace charts from bottom left towards the right, since that is the direction I am knitting. My ssk stitches lean right instead of left and my k2tog stitches lean left instead of right. Since I am mostly knitting top down raglan sweaters in the round right now, I switch those stitches out on the pattern, especially for waist shaping. I use life lines often because sometimes I have to just try it the way the pattern says and if it doesn't look as it should I troubleshoot from there. Most of the time i can follow the pattern and take into account I am knitting in the opposite direction and it works out fine. I have not attempted to knit a cardigan sweater in pieces yet, but I have figured out that when the pattern says I am knitting the right front piece, I can just follow the pattern, but what I will end up with is a left front piece, and vice versa. I'll still end up with both pieces. All this involves some extra mental gymnastics, but so far I am just happy to call myself a knitter after decades of thinking it was something unavailable to me.

[@lynnechinnock4020]

Well done Norman 👍🏻x

[@NimbleNeedles]

thank you Lynne!

[@Mostly_Harmless99]

Love the slip stitch for decreases! I often want to emphasize the leaning direction in lace knitting, and this makes them equally pronounced. Thank You!

[@damirleko147]

Even more tricks... love it! Thank you Norman!

[@NimbleNeedles]

You are very welcome Damir! Always a pleasure to hear that I was able to help a fellow knitter

[@grannyvee5789]

Thank you

[@joypolk3093]

Subscribed, I find your tips so helpful! Thanks.🤗🇺🇸

[@NimbleNeedles]

Thanks for subbing!

[@ramonademmon5951]

Best knitting help videos of any I've ever seen. Clear and concise. I am learning some new techniques to tweak my skills. Glad you are a continental knitter!

[@marthalambert9531]

Love how you explain !!! Thank you very much!!

[@NimbleNeedles]

Glad to hear my way of teaching knitting works for you! Thank you for sharing your lovely feedback martha

[@vernabohnert635]

Great tips, thanks for sharing 🙏

[@MindfulCraftsMore]

Awesome tips and so needed. Thanks so much.🤗

[@SR949900]

I am so glad I found you! Thank you! These are great tips!

[@SR949900]

Wanted to ask if you can show all the different SSK options or the one you mentioned where you knit on the back loop, but in the round, not just straight needles. Another interesting video is one where you list your top cast on’s. 🙏🙏

[@cath1589]

You're so articulate and really treat knitting as an art. You have such an intelligent approach to your subject and audience, this was excellent! Thank you :)

[@NimbleNeedles]

Wow, thank you Cat. Happy to hear you like my...brainsy approach lol :P

[@sarahvekaria1367]

I feel so called out on my wonky garter stitch wash cloths! 🙈🤣 Thank you for the videos that make progressing so much easier! 😁

[@farfallagioiosa2137]

Mi piaci davvero tanto! Hai passione ma anche i piedi per terra, un ottimo mix! Bravo bravo bravo ❤️

[@tarasbulba6064]

Hello Norman, loving your tutorials, vielen Dank and viele Gruesse :)

[@NimbleNeedles]

Gern geschehen, Taras!

[@georgehansen4890]

You are the best!

[@NimbleNeedles]

happy to hear that George

[@jillcaffrey6624]

Your tip about the little tug was life changing! I will keep practicing but I think it will help my gauge consistency tremendously!

[@ymanajohnson5330]

Good suggestions. I did learn a couple of things.😊 Thank you.

[@tammyweyenberg9425]

Simply put... good stuff!!

[@NimbleNeedles]

Thanks for listening Tammy! :)

[@Helga051]

You're amazing I love all your tutorials 💗

[@NimbleNeedles]

Thank you so much!! glad you like them.