How to Loom Knit Mittens

[@BornAgainFarmGirl]

I can't emphasize how helpful it is that your video is step by step . Many others i've watched skip around and that only confuses beginner knitters , well done .

[@GinaLay]

Tracy Lustick, thank you so much for saying that! That is my goal. 💗Thank you for being here.

[@BornAgainFarmGirl]

Gina Lay My pleasure 😇

[@tiannabutros5710]

😍

[@kristineackerman3696]

I love your instructions and your easy yet beautiful patterns! Thank you!

[@leslietarkin]

Thank you for posting this video. I learned so much from you! Cheers!!

[@GinaLay]

Awhhh, thanks for watching! I am so glad it was helpful! Cheers! ♥️Thank you so much for being here!

[@deborahduckworth8759]

Thank you so much, I have made my first mitten by following your video I am so amazed at how easy it was. Thank you again

[@GinaLay]

Deborah Duckworth That is soo awesome! I love getting comments like these! If you have FB feel free to post or send me a picture (or tag me on IG) as I would love to see your work! 💕 Thank you for being part of my channel! 🙂

[@deborahduckworth8759]

@@GinaLay I do have Facebook please go on my page, I did post the mittens I am listed as Deb Williams-duckworth, I just watched you video on the children's mittens and I will try them next as my daughter in law has asked for some for my great grandchildren

[@kathywolstenholme693]

Was the mitten for a left hand

[@tiannabutros5710]

Soooooo cute and easy I did not know the thum cold be so easy. I am giving these to my dad I am sure he will love them... thank you soooooooo much 😍😊

[@GinaLay]

Thank YOU Peter! The time taken to leave your comment is much appreciated! 🙂🙏

[@Sandra-ju6nz]

I have been making loom hats and after watching your video I feel very competent that I can do this! I have trouble with patterns and this looks like something that I can do! I enjoy loom knitting so much, thanks so much for this video it is very straight forward I look forwRd to trying this very soon!

[@GinaLay]

Sandra Coulter Thank you so much for leaving me this comment! You can do this! I know you can! If you have any questions, I can help you along the way! 🙂 Thank you for your kindness! 💕

[@madziugis]

GREAT video! Very helpful! Thanks for posting!

[@GinaLay]

Thank YOU so much for taking the time to watch and leave a comment! 💕💗 I am glad you like the video!!! 🫶

[@linda4669]

Thank you so much for making it so learning friendly. My question is I know you say make it as long as you want but it would help me if i had a guide. I am not good at guessing. How many rows did you do for each section? from there i can see what i need. I have been looking for a long mitten. so many of them only go to the wrist. thank you so very much.

[@GinaLay]

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave me a comment as well as watch. 🙏 Your comments are very kind. I will look in my notes for the measurements but just in case, something I do is place the loom over my hand. It helps me figure out how long or short I want something. I hope that makes sense and I can’t wait to see your mitten! 🧤 Thanks again for being here! 💖💙🩵💚💜🩷

[@stephanieweddle4178]

First time making mittens and your video was so helpful. Thank you!

[@GinaLay]

Oh my gosh! That is so sweet!! Thank you so much for taking the time to leave me a comment! 🙏❤️ It means so much to me!

[@tiannabutros5710]

This is the most awesome activity 👏 thanks for sharing 👍 my fist pair had a bunch of holes and the thumb aria was coming apart, my second pair mitten did not have holes but the top had a problem, finally my third pair wich I am working on right now is perfect all thanks to you 🥰🤩

[@GinaLay]

Awh!!! Thanks for taking the time to leave this message!!! I love ❤️ your energy!!

[@kathywolstenholme693]

I made my first ones making second set now. This was a great video very easy to knit along with.

[@GinaLay]

Kathy Wolstenholme Thank you so much!! I am so glad the video was helpful. ❤️ I am so glad you took the time to comment and if you have FB you can post them on The Mom Writer if you would like to share your beautiful work! 💖🙂

[@erinlodini7672]

thank you thank you I have been trying to find a mitten video that simple and not difficult having to deal with decreases. so cannot wait to try this

[@GinaLay]

Hi Erin Lodini! Wonderful! I am glad you are excited to try this! Thank you for being here! :)

[@shellybrower4103]

AWESOME VIEDO!!! I love loom knitting because it helps me keep the stitches even..Love how you went slow, and step by step!!! Thanks so much...I am going to sew a piece of fleece and put in the inside...Michigan winters get cold...LoL

[@tiannabutros5710]

Thank you soooooooo much I might 9 years but that doesn't mean I can't knit

[@GinaLay]

Thank you so much! I’m sorry I didn’t get a notification of this when you first commented. ♥️Stay warm In Michigan.🥶

[@GinaLay]

Did you start knitting Tianna? 😊

[@monicacervo157]

I found this video really helpful! Thanks a million!

[@GinaLay]

Awwww so grateful! Thank you for taking the time to comment! ♥️♥️

[@dreadpirateroberts9473]

You make it look so easy!

[@GinaLay]

Awhh thanks! It really is when you take your time. If I can do it, you can do it! 🙌😊

[@viankacross5459]

Thank you so much for the site provided. The best part of your video is that you keep your camera focus and never leave the viewing area away from the camera or get the picture so blurry that you cannot visualize what it's being done. Thank you for being so detailed and precise. It is great when you can follow a project step by step till the end. Thanks for your patience in this regard.

[@GinaLay]

Vianka Cross Thank you for saying such kind things! I really appreciate it so much! ❣️Thank you also for being part of my channel. :-)

[@GinaLay]

Vianka Cross I look forward to seeing your mitten. 💕

[@ernaverheijdt2925]

that's simple and easy to follow. thank you.

[@GinaLay]

Thank you so much for being here and watching! 💕✨

[@wandaflores2440]

The thumb part has me all kinds 0f confused. I went back and forth between the six pegs but mine in no way formed a "thumb". It just continued the mitten part ...what did I miss?

[@GinaLay]

After you knit the rows back and forth for the thumb it should be hanging and then you knit around the loom to continue. ♥️Please let me know if you have anymore questions or if you want to send me a phone video through my Facebook page, I can take a look too.😊

[@mariahduprey226]

Love this video! I’m using blanket yarn for a thicker mitten but my cuff is turning out too big, how can I fix this?

[@GinaLay]

Thank you❤️! I am sorry. I have never used blanket yarn for this. Not sure if a way because of the thickness of the yarn.

[@AdrienneKing-f4e]

How many rows would u suggest for a first attempt at a pair of mittens for a man?

[@GinaLay]

Do you have access to the man’s hands? 🙌😊 I honestly have never made a pair for a man so I can’t say for sure other than measuring and giving a little room at the end for movement. I looked up the average length of a males hand…. 7.44 inches. I would keep a hand measure near while knitting. I hope that helps a little. 🙏💕

[@lanvu5740]

I'm hoping to I am able to make them. My first attempt (using a different video) was so loose that I ended up making sock slippers. As well, would I need to purl or a straight knit will suffice?

[@GinaLay]

I know you can do it! :-) I’m not sure what you mean in the last sentence.

[@suelarose4246]

I see you said do them was done with six pegs from beginning, if I'm using a smaller loom how do I figure out where to do the thumb? Am making for next Christmas an Santa Fund free for children. Love your pattern I saw some patterns very difficult, moving a bunch of the loops and other difficult things. Love your calming voice.

[@melindawaslyk6559]

Hi Gina lay I have a small hand I just started making your mittens and small thumb what the best number pegs to use for the thumb

[@GinaLay]

Melinda Waslyk I usually tell people to measure as you go because everyone is different. 🙂

[@stacygarbisch7030]

How many times back and forth for the thumb?

[@GinaLay]

Hi Stacy! I usually suggest (because everyone is different) using your own thumb as a reference if you are making it as a reference. ☺️♥️

[@evylnne]

what size is the loom you are using. I have the Boye set. I used the smallest one in my set which is 24 pegs and it seems to be just a bit too big. Is there a slightly smaller loom you can recommend???

[@GinaLay]

Hello Evin Conyer ! This is a 24 peg loom with 1/2 inch between pegs. I hope that helps! :-)

[@wavawilloughby3131]

Would it be possible for a tutorial on mittens with a thumb for a 2-3 year old.

[@GinaLay]

Wava Willoughby I think it’s possible. :)

[@karenbiega5911]

I love this tutorial. THANK YOU! It was so easy to follow. I wanted to make a pair for my adult son, as the pair I made was way to narrow for his hands. I started a new pair on the next size up loom, however, I realized shortly on that it would be way too big. What do I do to make a bigger size? Is it the yarn I’m using? Help!!! :)

[@GinaLay]

Karen Biega Hello! Thank you for your kind words. What yarn are you using?

[@ttttkk2]

hi, how over i can't knit over the like @ 1:46. The yarn loops are always too tight

[@GinaLay]

ttttkk2 Try pushing the stitches on the pegs up further before you knit off. That often helps and also make sure you are wrapping the pegs too tight. 🙂

[@coolvansince]

Can you add subtitles? It would be very helpful for those of us who depend on them. Thanks! Can’t wait to try this!

[@GinaLay]

I am so sorry! I thought I had them on. Thank you for letting me know! I appreciate your kindness and can’t wait to see your sock. 😊

[@Storybks]

Can you please show how to loom knit a fingerless flip or convertible top mitten? Thank you

[@GinaLay]

Connie Brown I will definitely see if I can make that into a video! 🙂

[@t123ooth]

is that #4 yarn? it looks a bit heavier than 4

[@GinaLay]

B.P.Cap Lock It’s a number 5. Charisma is the name of the yarn. The yarn is from Michaels. 🙂 I hope this helps.

[@kaybryant7987]

Can you say number of rows I can't measure

[@ppyli]

Thank you for giving me this link! I also will watch your messy bun hat! :D

[@GinaLay]

Thank YOU ppyli !! I am glad you are here!!🌸💐💕🌺

[@saschaw9900]

I wanted to know if you can make a mitten with the thumb not covered in the mitten . I have a young grandson who will not wear mittens because he sucks his thumb and will not wear mittens but right now where they live its -7 degrees. Was wondering if you could help me how to make a mitten that the thumb slips over or maybe Velcro or a button.

[@GinaLay]

Hello sascha w ! Yes you can knit one without the thumb. I have a video on how to Loom Knit a child’s mitten. I would suggest following the child’s mitten and omitting the thumb part by wrapping back skipping those thumb pegs. Please feel free to message me on my Facebook page and I can help you in more detail with pictures and such. 🙂 Thanks for messaging me.

[@Sandra-ju6nz]

Hi Gina I tried this but messed up the thumb it looks wider than yours and I didn't make it long enough so disappointing I watched this video right thru before I started I wish I could post a pic for you to see I'm starting again hopefully it will be right this time , the cuff seemed really loose is there any way of tightening it? Thanks Sandra😊

[@GinaLay]

Hello Sandra Coulter! Do you have Facebook? You could send me a picture through my Facebook page The Mom Writer. :)

[@NatalieNick5319]

The only thing i didnt like is no row count i rely heavily on how many rows the step by step is great but going by inches confuses me

[@GinaLay]

Thank you so much for your feedback. It’s important to me.

[@arsuess1]

Did I miss something? Because I didn't see how to make the bottom part of the mitten 😢

[@GinaLay]

Hello Aleta! Thanks so much for being here!! I appreciate you watching!! 🙏💗Are you asking about the cuff? When we start the mitten we work right into the cuff and then the area before the thumb. I hope that helps. 💙💜🦋

[@ladyj512009]

Could you please give us number of rows you did to achieve cuff, thumb etc. then if we need to adjust our row count we could. For me it is harder to measure in inches.

[@GinaLay]

Judy Richardson These measurements are for a smaller hand. I knitted 10 rows for the cuff, seven for the section from cuff to thumb, 11 for the thumb and 10 rows for the rest of the mitten. I hope this helps. 🙂

[@ladyj512009]

Gina Lay yes this helps. This was for your hand size correct ? Also is the thumb knitted any different for left thumb or right thumb? As in some films one goes in left direction and one thumb is knitted in opposite direction

[@GinaLay]

Correct, my hands are on the smaller size, so please adjust accordingly. 🙂 Thumbs are knitted the same for both.

[@ladyj512009]

Gina Lay thank you for all that you do and responding to my questions so fast.

[@erikanowak1]

@@GinaLay looking at the video you did WAY more than 7 rows for cuff to thumb?

[@karenpassolano310]

What is the diameter of the loom you are using. I can't find one small enough.

[@GinaLay]

This is a 24 peg loom. This brand is Knifty Knitter but you can find the same loom size at Michael’s or Hobby Lobby. :-)

[@karenpassolano310]

@@GinaLay Thank you.

[@broncogurl05]

Thank you! Very helpful 👍

[@GinaLay]

Lillian Refuerzo Thank you so much! I appreciate you being here!!

[@beccam1007]

how many rows did you do between the cuff and the thumb?

[@GinaLay]

Hello Becca M! I didn’t count my exact rows because everyone is different so I used my own thumb as a judge for what I needed. I just stick my thumb into the loom as I am knitting the thumb to get an idea. I hope that makes sense. 🙂

[@beccam1007]

I am wanting to make mittens for kids but can't seem to find good instructions that include how many rows I should use etc. I don't really have a clue

[@GinaLay]

Becca M I have a video for children’s mittens. :)

[@loriceresia]

Hi thank you for this pattern. I'm trying to make fingerless gloves with a half thumb. Any ideas??

[@GinaLay]

Hi Lori Crafter! Thank you! Yes, I have an idea for that. Would a video help or would me messaging you be better?

[@kodaxrose50]

Thank you..very easy to follow

[@GinaLay]

Rose b Thank you so much for being here! 💕

[@AdrienneKing-f4e]

Why am I struggling so much 😂, this video has been fantastic but it took me two darn nights for it to “click”

[@GinaLay]

Awww 🤗 Sometimes it just happens. I can totally relate with this. I am practicing a flat panel on my knitting machine and it took me awhile to hang of it. Give yourself grace because you did it and you are doing it! 👏 I also thank you for the compliment. 🙏💕

[@camohunter1983]

Hey how can you go from u knitting the thumb and then it’s finished? When do we decrease? When do we increase, how do we finish the thumb? This video is great but u forgot the steps for the thumb.

[@GinaLay]

Camo hunter Hello, I explain to finish knitting until the finger tips are just about covered.

[@GinaLay]

Also at video number 22:44 I explain how to sew the thumb up. I hope that helps. 🙂

[@lyndamaggio1410]

gina i love your videos easy to follow thank you so much could you do some loom knit pot holders thank you so much

[@GinaLay]

Lynda Maggio Thank you so much! I appreciate you being here and yes! I will put that on the list of ideas! I love when people give me ideas of what they would like to Knit. Have a wonderful day! :)

[@kathygreener8498]

how much yarn does a pair take?

[@GinaLay]

Hi Kathy Greener! I use two skeins of yarn for this project. 😁

[@sharronohara4215]

how many yards are in the skeins

[@rebeccachartier2037]

If u don't use chunky yarn ahould u uae 2 pieces of yarn ...

[@GinaLay]

Rebecca Chartier Yes, you can double the yarn. :)

[@morganmikos5153]

Is this the right hand or left hand? Also thank you for making this video. It was very easy to follow and very helpful!

[@GinaLay]

Morgan Mikos This mitten is for both hands. :-) Thank you so much for the kind words! I appreciate you taking the time to comment! 🌷💐🌺

[@brenda18015]

I have also used the 24 peg blue loom and chunky yarn it is way to big for my wrist .I do like your videos .

[@GinaLay]

breda walsh Thank you so much! I appreciate you being here!

[@kallylahti2478]

Just a little idea for anyone who counts there rows. There’s an app called counter+ and it’s so easy to keep track of your rows that way :)

[@GinaLay]

Kally Lahti Thanks for the idea! I just discovered this myself! ❤️❤️

[@lady13luck]

I used it until another knitter from the states gave me a metal finger counter that you have no option but to click each row as I attached mine to my starting peg! If I ever finish unpacking from a move a year ago, I'll post photo!

[@petedachel8514]

Gina I make baby hats for the hospital I got 25 made

[@GinaLay]

Pete Dachel That’s wonderful!

[@tiannabutros5710]

😍😉😁😋😊

[@tiannabutros5710]

😍😋😋😋😄😄