How to JOIN YARN the INVISIBLE WAY (2 Methods with No Knots!)

[@sheepandstitch]

Which join will you use? Spit splice or Russian join?

[@lsncred19]

The Russian join , you said the spit one only works for animal fibers

[@daily.veronika]

can you do a video on how to knit with circular needles without joining in the round. There is this really cute scarf/shawlette i want to do and it requires using circular needles to achieve the right size. the pattern is super easy but im super new to knitting. I love your instructions so much. you make it so easy to understand.

[@nancyel281]

Russian. Definitely not spit! Lol. I’m thinking you could use spray bottle of water instead of spit.

[@sheepandstitch]

@@nancyel281 So I've tried using water, and I find it to be less effective than spit. Not sure why exactly! Possibly our saliva has glue-like properties lacking in water? If you try water, report back and let us know how it goes!

[@sheepandstitch]

@@nancyel281 You can certainly try with water. I've found that saliva works better though. I guess our spit has some magical glue-like properties!

[@laurabaird1881]

I did it! I can't tell you how excited I am to know this! I've been crocheting for over 50 years and have weaved in and hidden SO many little ends ... the worst part of any project. This is the first tutorial of yours I've seen, and it's a game-changer! I plan to watch more of yours. I love your clear voice, your humor, and that you don't go too fast - everything! Thank you, thank you! I'm going to share this 'how-to' with everyone!

[@lsncred19]

Love your sense of humor . Makes it so much more fun .

[@sheepandstitch]

Lesia Scharbarth haha thanks! I always feel like such a weirdo in these vids, so it’s nice to know someone appreciates it! 😆

[@caterpillarcrafts8635]

Same!

[@LailaMohamad]

Yeah me too

[@lauradavis3046]

Yes I love her humor

[@woineaman6092]

yeah

[@christinejones7070]

I will use the Russian join. Thank you

[@kingdomhearts351]

Just started knitting today, and I'm following your scarf video from years back! I love it already, thank you for teaching me how to knit!!

[@sheepandstitch]

You’re so welcome! I always worry that the video is a bit out of date, but it’s good to know you still find it useful!

[@tessr.1000]

This video was so helpful. Thank you for your great tutorials. You taught me to knit about a month ago and I have already made four scarves and a cowl. I LOVE this! Please put more videos up! I want to knit a blanket for my son to take to college next year, so I bought some circular needles that are 60 inches to use for this project. I would be tickled pink if you could post a video tutorial on how to make a regular size blanket!!! Thank you SO much for being such a great teacher (and for your humor, too)!

[@sheepandstitch]

Thanks so much! I'm so honoured to be part of your knitting journey (cheesy as that sounds!). I've got a blanket tutorial planned for the fall, so stay tuned for that!

[@tessr.1000]

@@sheepandstitch Oh wow, I can't wait for your blanket tutorial. You really explain things so well and my projects turn out beautifully when I follow your tutorials. I will be eagerly waiting for that tutorial. I am a retired autism teacher and really needed something to do while recovering from joint replacements. I was so lucky to happen upon your channel. As I watched your knitting for beginners, I knew this was something I could do and enjoy. Thank you again for sharing your talents and helping newbies like me!

[@Ljwahoske]

@@sheepandstitch Did you post the Blanket Tutorial and I missed it some how? I've been checking and looking but don't seem to see it? Also I've been trying to use the Russian Join method but am having a SUPER DUPER hard time pulling the needle through I can't seem to keep a hold of the needle..... any advice for a very new knitter. :) Thank You for all of your videos you have seen my sole "learn to knit" teacher.

[@sheepandstitch]

@@Ljwahoske Nope! no blanket tutorial yet. I just posted a lace scarf tutorial and am deciding whether to make a blanket tutorial or a quick holiday gifts tutorial. So many ideas, too little time! For the Russian Join, the sharper the needle, the better. I find that once you have a good bit of bunching on the needle, its best to push the needle through the bunching by standing the needle on a table and then pushing the bunching down the needle so that it goes through. Bit hard to explain, but hope it makes sense!

[@BeautifulShaving]

Thanks for making this vid! Of all the Russian join tutorials, you really clarified a few things up for me. They never showed the trick of holding short end & re-bunching to tighten it up if it turned out too loose the 1st time. This is gonna change my knitying life forever! :D

[@agemoth]

Me too!

[@daily.veronika]

I just tried the Russian join and it worked perfect for the scarf I'm making my mom. Thank you so much for your tips. I'm new to knitting and the only reason I been able to knit scarfs and hats for my family it's because of your tutorials. Please never stop.

[@lizzistorm7474]

LMFAOOOOOOO "don't know if Badgers burrow" "Some kind of Gremlin???" I'm so glad I subscribed to you

[@janicehoff2865]

I've knitted, crocheted, tatted for 65 years and these methods have changed the game for me! Thank you.

[@melmcdonald8006]

Not sure if it was said in other comments, but you can accomplish the spit splice without the nasty business of a furry mouth by dipping the tails of your yarn into warm, mildly soapy water, then felting it. Same effect, hairless mouth! That being said both of these methods were new to me. Thanks for the tutorial!!

[@JacquelineFerri]

My Mama used to use the spit join I couldn’t remember exactly how she executed the process. Thankfully your video answered my question. I am knitting an all wool hat and I employed this method! Superb! My Mama would say “ brava”! I will be washing this hat and then blocking it. It will be my daughter’s birthday gift! Thank you!

[@paigedygert7051]

Divina! Omgoodness that spit splice is sooo easy, quick and effective! I'm knitting alpaca socks and I was so mad at my yarn for having so many ends. Now I can fix it in like 1 minute and keep knitting.

[@jodyj7216]

This is the BEST Russian Join tutorial I've found anywhere. Thank you!!

[@cassandrac27]

Wow I can't wait to SPIT

[@Nate963]

lol

[@chichipotter4487]

Davina your tutorials are sensational! I only discovered your channel last night and I have learned so much. I binged watched big time! I am ready now to outknit my mother who is a professional knitter and has been doing so for 60 years. I reckon I can show her a trick or two! Clear, concise and exceptionally cute (pixelated spit cracked me up) ..I am totally hooked on sheep & stitch .. You give a unique and contagious energy to the craft, Thank you so much Greetings from Australia!!

[@N33k5]

I almost always end up with some of my hair caught in my work, so, I always leave a dna trail since I also use saliva to make threading a yarn needle to sew in ends as well. I also wash whatever I make before handing it over. The Russian join will make it easier to use up some scraps at least and make for less bulky color changes compared to my current methods.

[@grandcatsmama3421]

I have a cat, he laid down on a just finished One Ball Shawl by Marly Bird and went to sleep on it. I have the picture on a different phone and posted it because it was so cute. If I gave one away, I'd make sure to wash it before sending it. 🤷🤷🤦😺😺😺

[@MrJayPuff]

That Russian was really awesome

[@shrubhunt]

My grandma showed me how to join thread together with spit to make string. Thanks for that. Brilliant. Especially love the troubleshooting!

[@causticdew8026]

Thank you so much! Your videos are so helpful and easily followable. My mother inspired me to knit but you have given me the confidence to do it! I have only been knitting for three days and I have already learned so much because of your teaching skills. Thank you so much for giving me a wonderful gift!

[@julibeswick-valentine3690]

I love Russian join, my granddaughter calls it my witchery. It fascinates her every time I do it.

[@daniellesnyder1244]

I love that 😂

[@julieswidler3835]

Thank you!! The Russian join is my new favorite thing to know--so satisfying and seamless! Can't wait to learn more tricks from you!

[@elizabethearl3484]

5:34 thank you for the tip!! I finally did the Russian join!! ❤❤

[@andersonomo597]

I love the Russian join! I just knit blanket squares for Wrap with Love, an Aussie charity that distributes these blankets around the world, but if I'm doing coloured stripes, I still use the Russian join at the start of the changeover because it means WAY less loose ends to weave in, and less chance of those loose ends popping out over time. I've worked out that 1 sewing needle length is the amount needed to do 4 stitches from the end so I make the join at the end of that needle length (with 4 stitches left to knit) , and so the actual join ends up on the outside edge of the square. Hope this makes sense and I hope it helps someone else! Thanks!!

[@shahidajabeen3848]

The best way of joining the yarn & that too different colors. I have been knitting all my life but you are an excellent tutor. Wish you all the best.

[@courtasticful]

I'm dying over the lists of burrowing animals 😂😂😂

[@Zammyfan_Gaming]

From my wife and myself, Thank you so much, after trying many so called invisible joining methods, this is the only one that completely removes loose ends. May never tie a knot again :)

[@darcisw]

This is a great tutorial. I used to have a burrowing gremlin, but he retired to Bora Bora. I miss him.

[@cpotochny]

If you don't want to put the yarn in your mouth, you can also spit into your hands (this tip from Stich n Bitch book) or even use water. Looove your videos, you're the only one I really understand and I watch a lot of knitting videos.

[@IceonRose]

Thank you omgggg the magic knot doesn't give the same satisfaction as the Russian join

[@martinedavies1698]

Just tried the Russian join and it's fabulous, thank you, I hate knots in my knitting. I love your zany sense of humour. I am a new knitter and I have learned so much from your wonderful tutorials. Keep up the great work 😀

[@granniesonthegrow]

I love the animal analogies, sounds and quick explanation (without music or non essential speaking). Yay. My kind of lesson. Thank you.

[@catherinebarrett9391]

Your videos are absolutely the best. I love your sense of humor, and your advice is great! Thank you!

[@queenielee4747]

I love your humor and enthusiasm. The videos are so easy to follow. Great job!

[@sheilasperr7301]

I finally found someone who explains the Russian join the way my brain thinks. I saved it for the next time I need to chain my skeins

[@maryjanegonzales2489]

I am amazed at the things I am learning on these videos!!! I have been knitting for many years and wish I had known these tricks.

[@steff4]

K real talk that looks amazing, it never even occurred to me that you could do anything but just knot the two pieces together. This video is awesome, and you're hilarious.

[@latitude1904]

I never knit wi th acrylic, but used some to make a baby gift. This Russian join saved my perfect stockinette bunting. TY

[@BTNomad]

That Russian join is PERFECT for thick yarn!!! Gosh I wish I'd seen your video earlier!!!

[@katemaloney4296]

Davina, you are a hoot, girl! Loved the Gremlin remark! I loved the way you blurred out the spit on the yarn as though it was too obscene for the human eye. Glad I found this channel and a new way to join yarn. You have a new subscriber for life! Hugs!

[@evamckenzie260]

Exceptionally clear instructions. Very helpful. And a great sense of humor to boot!

[@chtitmog]

I use both - it all depends on the yarn and the project I'm working on. But since I am kind of lazy, spit splice is generally my way to go as it is very very quick. Lol. Great tutorial btw - your explanations are always so good!

[@sheepandstitch]

Thank you! I'm glad you think so! I also kind of love the spit splice too. It's so quick and satisfying, haha. Gross but satisfying.

[@heyman.9668]

Ha! Ahh the lion King. So quotable.

[@lokid6125]

This seems so simple to do. I’m so sad that I didn’t see this earlier - I just knitted a hat but I accidentally cut the tail too short and had to knit them together :( I will make sure to use this in the future thanks :))

[@marygillam3283]

I will use the Russian join, the spit join is really gross. I think that it is so easy to join the yarn using the Russian join, this is the easiest way I have seen to join yarn. Thanks for sharing with us.

[@talklifewithSylvia]

I've watched a few knitting tutorials and yours is by far the easiest to understand and your sense of humour is great....both the reasons I subscribed to your channel.....thank you.

[@blueyedkitten7415]

I love the Russian join, as I use a lot of acrylic yarn! But, both these methods are unique and so helpful! Thank you, sincerely, for this video! Great job!

[@helenagould2130]

I used the spit splice method yesterday on my 100% merino wool baby hat and it worked!! Thanks so much Sheep & Stitch!!

[@maycanfield9683]

Your tutorial was perfection. You got right to the goods, you made me laugh which is always the best way to learn something new, and you showed some techniques that other "how to" videos haven't been clear on. I really appreciate it. *Subscribed!*

[@sheepandstitch]

Aww thanks so much! Your comment made my day 🤗

[@holden6525]

thanks for making the tutorial the Russian join is going to save me tons of time!

[@kaym6086]

This is so beautiful. I’ll never do the other methods for a single color again. 😍

[@theempress1104]

You are my first Knitting Teacher. I have never knit before I watched your video about beginner's scarf. After that, my family and even friends remark how good I am at knitting now. I have made a scarf and turbans. Thank you for being such a wonderful teacher. I love your sense of humor. Please teach us how to make a jumper or sweater, please please please?

[@sheepandstitch]

That's so great! You're a knitting goddess now! Thanks for kind words. It's nice to know someone gets my sense of humour! I do have a sweater step-by-step video tutorial. However, it's a premium pattern. You can check it out here: sheepandstitch.com/pattern/the-everyday-raglan-pattern/ Happy knitting!

[@beaksofeagles]

Spit splice has been my go-to for 60 years, not changing now. You don't always have a tapestry needle with you, but you've always got spit!

[@Wildflower-h8d]

This is a great video! I have been looking for a more seamless and secure way of joining yarn while I crochet and the Russian join seems perfect for that. Thank you for sharing.

[@abh8226]

Omg I can't believe I'm going to say this but THE SPIT SPLICE WORKED!

[@klaudiakotowska2098]

I have just used the spit method and it work! It's crazy :D (obviously the knitted product will be for me, I am not gifting anyone my germs)

[@msindraputane]

Wow, this is life changing! 🥳Thank you 🙏 I’ve always used simple knot to join yarns and then struggle to knit it in so that it sits at the purl side, but you can still always spot the join places. 😏 But this! 👏 I just tried the Russian Join and will be using it from now on. It’s so easy to do and so neat and invisible! 💝 Really, thank you so much for sharing.

[@sheepandstitch]

I’m so glad it worked out for you! And I feel your pain so hard about those knots and trying to hide them at the back 😂 those were dark days

[@annaejwritedraw]

I’m a pretty new knitter and came across a knot connection in my skein of yarn. I took it out and used the spit splice. I now have a single happy piece of yarn and a hairy tongue 😛 Patooey! Thank you!!!

[@ruthsusanscaccia4756]

Whoa! This video has changed my knitting life forever!💖

[@txgrandma3]

First one is most useful for me since I use a lot of non-animal yarn. I am planning to try it on my next yarn project. Thanks for sharing!

[@peggodfrey285]

Loved the ‘Russian join! I have always hated knitting my joints, and now I don’t have to anymore! Thank you so much for this useful video.

[@UmmatiMuhammadin]

Thank you 😍 there were lots of videos on this but found yours explained it very well! Lifesaver ❤

[@soma7940]

Always love your videos. Some knitting videos are like watching paint dry. Never yours!! You’re hilarious. You must be a hoot at a party.

[@Silvsx91]

OMG I LOVE BOTH OF THESE IDEAS !!!! I used to knit when I was a kid and recently got back into it and was able to reteach myself how to knit SPECIFICALLY BECAUSE I found your guys youtube channel !!!! I CANNOT WAIT TO TRY THESE 2 METHODS OF JOINING MY YARN !!!!!! the yarn i'm currently knitting with was given to me by a friend and she combined the balls by tying them together (which i discovered WHILE i was untangling the giant mess of a yarn ball that is becoming my first piece) and i cannot wait to try doing these when i need to add my next bundle into the scarf i'm making for my boyfriend !!!! thank you for having such an amazing channel !!!! 💕💕

[@mumscorner]

Russian join thanks , is the hygienic way !!!

[@sheepandstitch]

Haha you can also use water if spit grosses you out!

[@juliesharvin7451]

Brilliant! why am I only finding this out now! It works perfectly. Much neater than sewing in ends. Thank you 😊

[@SabsterB]

You are amaaazing! I've been struggling with my thicker yarn knots for years! No more! Thank you thank you thank you! 💙💙💙💙💙💙💙👍👍👍👍👍👍🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗

[@morganlf4508]

I mostly use acrylic so the Russian join is going to be SUPER useful!! Thanks so much - I am living your tips videos!

[@sheepandstitch]

Glad you found the video helpful! Thanks for watching!

[@vanessaarmstrong2573]

Just used spit slice with merino wool, you're a WIZARD!!!!!!

[@theneedleandleafacupunctur5769]

Russian join! Worked great even the first time! Thank you!

[@sheepandstitch]

Glad to hear it!

[@maureendupont652]

i love the video I have been knitting for many years and always struggled with joining new yarn. not any more Thank you

[@sheepandstitch]

So glad it helped! It’s one of my favourite techniques!

[@ssoozee]

I’m about to do the Russian join. Wish me luck! You rock, girl!

[@sheepandstitch]

Good luck! You got this! 😛

[@Ruchie_K]

That russian joint is incredible! I just did it and can't even tell where the joint is! Thank you

[@yaycarter]

Used the Russian Join for a silk-wrapped cotton yarn. Worked like a charm! Thanks for the tutorial!

[@crazymomcraftsalot6351]

You are hysterical! I love it! Great instruction, well paced, easy to follow 🙌🏼 Well done... In the words of a much older Arnold "I'll be back"

[@patgalonz1644]

Thanks!

[@sheepandstitch]

Thank you so much! 🤗

[@danielle2451]

This is the most helpful video I've seen on this ever (been knitting since I was a kid

[@platinumorange1]

This is the best learn to knit video I have watched in a week! Thank you! New follower 🙃

[@champagne1324]

Game changer! I never thought I would use spit to join my yarn but it really did work a treat. Thank you!

[@Leanne88888]

I used the Russian just now. Thank you, thank you, thank you! I'm not so keen to use the spit splice method, but I really like it's end result, so you never know; I might try it in the future.

[@eminapanina]

I just started knitting in December and I absolutely love your videos. You are so enthusiastic and hilarious. Thank you for teaching me to knit!!!!

[@leisuarez4259]

I tried the Russian join and it was really easy and turned out great for my first try. Thanks!

[@sheepandstitch]

Awesome! Love to hear that!

[@annabelleadkins4408]

Such a wonderful tutorial!! Saving this for when I inevitably forget how to do the Russian join and need it again 😂

[@CountryCrossroadsFL]

Love your presentation! 😂 Thanks for the smiles and laughs 😂

[@sheepandstitch]

You’re very welcome! 😆

[@Noneya5241]

You’re so funny!!! Thank you for these videos I started knitting 5 months ago your tips have helped me so much!!!

[@szilvasijennifer4495]

The humor got me. Subscribed

[@sheepandstitch]

Haha, thank you. Appreciate it!

[@MaDi-wz2lo]

Hi there! I’ve laughed a lot watching the video, all the while learning how to do it. Cheers!

[@sheepandstitch]

Aww that’s great! Mission accomplished!

[@Jennifer-oz8ec]

You are so humourous!!! A piece of myself in the knitting because of spit & splice!!!

[@barbarainalabama460]

Russian join is definitely my choice. Thank you

[@katherinezehnder7232]

I tried the spit method and was amazed that it worked so well. What I like about it is that no yarn is left unused.

[@amydavis4945]

I've been using the Russian join for a couple months now, and I think I'll just stick with that... thanks! LOL

[@robinallison2862]

So glad I found your channel! This is a great method!

[@lindaholmes940]

The Russian join is just brilliant, thank you. And your explanation was perfect 😊

[@官麗齡]

This is the first time I know about Russian join. Thank you.

[@sheepandstitch]

You’re very welcome! I hope it works out for you!

[@thomasstambaugh5181]

I usually use 3-ply worsted-weight wool. I use a combination of these two methods. I unravel the two ends like a spit-join. Then, I use scissors to snip one ply on each side where the unraveling begins. When using 3-ply yarn, this means there will be a total of 4 plies through the join, 2 from each side. Then, in the middle, I fold 1 ply from each end across each other. That means there is 1 ply from each end going through the join and 1 ply from each end folding back on itself in the middle. That means 4 plies, with a fold in the middle. The fold in the middle locks one ply into the other. Then I spit in my palm -- I find this more controllable than putting the yarn in my mouth. Then I put the join in the pool of spit and rub my palms together just like in your video. The result is that I get an invisible join. The folded-over ends make the join much stronger, and cutting off one ply from each end makes the result less bulky. I LOVE not having to weave in ends after I finish the work.

[@kysmik8214]

Awesome! I just can't believe how strong it is! ( the Russian join )

[@focaccia_]

AAAAA THIS IS PEEFECT THANK U HOW DID I NOT FIND THIS SOONER

[@RitaPsych1]

Love this, Davina! I knew of the spit splice but I’ve never knitted with a natural fiber before 😮. That Russian join is pretty cool. To join a new ball, I usually just overlap the ends and hold them together, knitting 5 or 6 stitches with both and then dropping the short end and continuing to knit with the new ball of yarn, weaving in the ends later. Thanks for this incredibly helpful video. 🧶

[@sheepandstitch]

I usually join yarn the way you mention (by overlapping). I find it works quite well, but when I’m feeling adventurous I like using one of these methods!

[@pai009]

I used the Russian join for the first time just now and figured out a trick for figuring out what side is the tail and what side is either going to the project at a glance. After you get the tail out of the center of the yarn and have the loop, you can tie a knot in the tail and either just leave the needle there (if you have another one you can use) or knot that end after you remove the needle. That way you know the end with with the knot weather it has the needle on it or not you know to cut there. My first attempt was successful, but I accidentally cut the piece going to my new ball instead of that tail, that's why I tried this and it made it so much easier to tell which is which. I had this problem because I had a bit longer tails, and the ball was down to my side so I wasn't completely sure which was which.

[@sddRd68]

I went to school with a girl named Davina back in the 80s. (I know it is not you but you touched on a happy memory, lol)

[@sheepandstitch]

Haha I don’t know too many Davinas. I’m glad to remind you of your friend! 😊

[@sddRd68]

I have never heard of anyone since her so you can only imagine how my eyes widened when I saw your name, lol. But she would be 49 or 50 by now bc we were about the same age.

[@suzeburtenshaw9581]

Watched your video through once, dug out an appropriate needle, checked one more time and hey presto! my first Russian join! Thankyou so much for this super-clear video. 😀