How to knit - Basics of knitting - by ARNE & CARLOS

[@kavrunner]

Hi from the US. Just started to teach myself how to knit, 8 years after this video. Couldn’t get the tension right so I started knitting Norwegian way because I couldn’t get the hang of knitting with the yarn extended above my fingers. Thank you for validating what I felt was wrong, or cheating. Now I will have to try Norwegian purling. This is terrific. Thank you! 😊

[@ARNECARLOS]

We are glad to hear that.

[@sallyschnitzius2660]

I luv you guys. I'm an 82 yr old retired tchr & great grandmother just new to knitting & I'm learning so much from both of you. Thank you.

[@DennisShaffner]

Perfect tips and conversation if you are recovering from a heart attack...

[@jackie9068]

When starting new videos a review is always welcome because l have been knitting 20years and you have TAUGHT me so much.

[@judithward7008]

It's never too late for an old dog to learn new tricks! I've been knitting for over 50 years & am a self-taught, left-handed, knitter - people are bemused at the way I knit! I think this technique could speed me up! Thank you!

[@tfrankum01]

This looks so much easier than the way that is taught in America. Especially for a crocheter...Thanks

[@kathyrovenko9551]

Takk so much. I had a knitting class when I was in high school in the mid 1960s. I didn’t do very good on my knitting then. I had a hard time holding 2 needles and the yarn...so I went to crochet. But I really wanted to knit. Your instructions are so much easier for me than how I learned so many years ago.

[@ARNECARLOS]

We are glad to hear that Kathy, never to late to learn!

[@jaesrealm]

I've been trying to knit Norwegian for a few weeks and didn't get it until this video. You two are great teachers and wonderful to watch. Thank you so much.

[@laceycook4935]

I recently taught myself to knit with the help of KZbin, and your channel! I watched some of the newer videos too, but I really wanted to say: HOLY MOLY! Arne can knit so fast, it's very impressive. I like the way you explain the knitting and I have tried to hold the yarn several other ways, but this is by far the most smooth and comfortable. It's so nice to sit and knit with you. Thanks for making all these lovely videos.

[@ARNECARLOS]

Welcome to our channel Lacey!❤️❤️

[@laurabrooks3076]

I know how to knit.. and I have been knitting for a while but I love watching the ABC’s of basic knitting.. because it improves my style and in my skills. It never hurts to go back to the basics and also I share it with my friends who’ve never did it before I have a dear friend who I’ve worked with for years and now we’re retired and she only crochets but I sent her this thinking maybe she might want to try knitting..🧶 It’s December 31 and I do like myself in going into the new year with some pleasant video watches. Such a wonderful experience for me to be in Covid coziness and watch you from miles away I live in Santa Paula California🤶🏻

[@ARNECARLOS]

There is always room for some improvement, keep up the good work! Happy New Year

[@alicesingletary2662]

I absolutely love Arne and Carlos! I've been wanting to knit for years and the Norwegian style has opened up the world of knitting for me! I'm over the top excited and can't wait to catch up on their tutorial's. Thank you, thank you! I've crocheted for almost my entire life and knitting has intimidated me for years, but not anymore. My only regret is that it has taken me so long to find you both. Sincerely, Alice- Marie

[@tracyvirginiabeach8069]

I am new to watching You thank you to Miss Kate from the last homely house👏👏. I am learning a new way of knitting and I feel it it easier. Happy Knitting from Virginia Beach Virginia

[@rosesmith1108]

That’s wonderful. I’ve been crocheting for 50 years and just started teaching myself to knit. I love it a lot slower then crocheting but a lot easier then crocheting. I knit apparently in the German continental style. So far I have made 32 hats and two scarfs. I’ve learned the knit, pearl, castoff and brioche stitch. I can cast on with the long tail cast on but love the German twisted cast on. It’s way easier and faster. I’m 61 years old and always learning. My grandma always said ididl hands are a sign of a troubled mind. 😉

[@rich-ard-style6996]

Me too🥰❗️

[@meatdog]

This is THEE best tutorial ever. You go nice and slow, give clear instructions and the close up is perfect. TY very much.

[@barbarajanerobinson1428]

I love the knitting tutorial. The close-ups are so good and Arne you show the stitches so clearly. Thank you so much.

[@annj4493]

Besides the teaching - I love the sofa 🙂. I can knit, but think I might need to relearn to improve. So this video is very helpful

[@spiffycrat2413]

Hi, arne and Carlos. I love your videos, and I feel like I am visiting friends every time I see you. You are very generous sharing with us your garden, your trips to other countries,etc. please continue do this forever.

[@ARNECARLOS]

Thank you for watching and supporting us!

[@TrudySchwartzBurrill]

Yes slow motion is the ticket. This hit the spot. Thanks 🙏.

[@donnazappala7738]

Thank you for showing us how to do the Norwegian purl....I'm just learning how to knit and I hold my yarn in my left hand because I am use to crocheting. Your method makes knitting and purling MUCH more comfortable on the hands! Enjoy your tutorials! Keep them up!!

[@mariae9584]

I agree with you! Thank you so much Arne and Carlos! I'm glad that I learned both Continental and English method but I now choose Continental or Norwegian because it feels better in my fingers and wrist. I still use English when I cast off though.

[@lorraineseibert410]

@@mariae9584 good

[@judithah41]

I’m making a sweater and have been practicing your Norwegian knitting style. So much faster than throwing the yarn as I learned 50 years ago. Thanks much for the detailed instruction and your KZbin videos. ❤️

[@judithah41]

The Norwegian Purl was a bit more difficult; however, after a few days of practice, I finally have it. Now, I am working on maintaining a proper tension. Yay!!!

[@carolinemurphy1918]

I am so gladden to be able to learn this from you. I can usually pick up a new skill fairly easily just watching but for some reason I could not wrap my mind around knitting. That moment when it clicks is so very satisfying. Thank you so much! First hurdle down! WooHoo!

[@dostopitnow]

I love you guys. I am a continental knitter, but do it more like the German style. I was never really happy with my purl stitches. So I sat and watched this video and learned a new way. Can't thank you enough. I am now a better knitter.

[@maryhancock9681]

I love your red sofa! My favorite color!

[@ARNECARLOS]

👍🏻😊

[@michellecowell7183]

My father was a knitter a rug maker sewing he was a clever man he knitted Fisher men's socks on 4 needles and never used a pattern a lot of crafts were not taught at school late 70 and onwards to c both of u gentlemen with ur skills is beautiful thank you for the gifts u keep posting Michelle UK

[@vinayakshanbhag8717]

Love the way you teach. Thank you.

[@laurabrooks3076]

Delightful couple and you make me smile! I’ve watched several of your videos and I’m hooked ...you’re part of my family!

[@ARNECARLOS]

Welcome to our family!

[@patgt242]

I Love you guys. I have struggled with tension doing the purl stitch until now! I can’t thank you enough.

[@ARNECARLOS]

We are so glad to hear that!

[@patgt242]

I am 73 now and crocheting since 18. Knitting was always secondary because of my loose purls. I love them now. The more I purl the better they are looking🥰

[@Marie-lp4ey]

Love Norwegian style knitting! Life changing - thank you!

[@ARNECARLOS]

You are welcome.

[@tarahdoran386]

good advice : an used 2 pound of minced lamb layering the cabbage served with potatoes butter beans an whole carrots .loved it.kind regards to you an your fur baby.

[@ARNECARLOS]

Aha, thanks.

[@ColeCartwright]

7:00 in completely changed my life. Thank you Arne 💕

[@ARNECARLOS]

You are welcome!

[@karieanne25]

Y'all are just adorable. I am practicing my Continental/Norwegian knitting now....thank you so much for this help!

[@berglettemom6045]

I'm so glad you made this video! I saw Arne knitting in another video and was so confused by the way he makes a purl stitch. It's really helpful to have you demonstrate it slowly. I learned to knit in Norway as a teenager, but I have never seen this way of purling.

[@chickadee04287]

Wonderful! I am a lifelong English knitter, but wrist and hand pain stopped me from knitting. Now that I am retired and don't have to work on a computer all day long, I can knit again but still the pain from knitting caused problems for me. I decided in 2019 I would learn Continental knitting. The knit stitch was an easy transition but the purl stitch was very slow and awkward. I did a purl stitch search of your videos and found this one. Miracle! So simple to do and now I am almost as fast purling the Norwegian way as I was the English way. Thank you so very much!

[@karengrant8556]

I have been knitting for eons!!! Learned the American throwing way as a child, then 4-5 years ago finally learned your way. But my purling was awkward -- until now. How simple! Thank you!

[@shaladaguilar2036]

So clearly articulated! I am grateful for this tutorial,

[@mistyblue5312]

Watching this over n over again - trying to knit as fast as Arne...I’m okay with the knitting...but purling slows me down! Thanks for sharing your talents and encouraging us to learn a faster method!

[@judithkrishnappa5979]

I was taught English throw. Norwegan knitting is so much easier than the continental, seeing eople with the finger stuck up in the air. Im glad I found your video as I would have made a big mistake seeing peole sticking the finger up. Love your analogy , when in an emergency pull the cord.

[@manjushareghupathy522]

Hi Arne and Carlos , I am from India,living in Oman .Love all your videos .. Learning the basics from masters and you both explain it so well and makes it look so easy ..Your patterns are amazing ...Love you both and keep up the good job !!

[@ARNECARLOS]

Thank you!

[@straightenyourcrowntarot7598]

I javecalways knotted English style for many years, but when knitting on double pointed needles or colourwork, the Norwegian way makes do much more semse. Thanks for this! I learned something really cool today 🙏❤️

[@ARNECARLOS]

You are welcome!

[@ruthfriend9168]

I have been knitting for about 50 years after being taught as a young child by my mother. I live in UK so was taught to knit as a 'thrower'. I have heard about a 'continental knitting' but never knew how it actually worked, only that it was meant to be a faster way of knitting. It certainly looks as though it will be and, thanks to this basics of knitting video, I am now going to have a go at your 'Norwegian style' when I start my next pair of socks, I will get plenty of practice with the knit stitch, since it is mainly knitted in the round. I will try to do the k2p2 rib in the 'Norwegian style' too to get a bit of practise with purl as well, which looks a little more complicated but still doable with your lovely slow-motion of how to do it. Now I have found you (through a FB page recommendation), I will have a look at some of your other videos as well - looks as though I have quite a few to choose from! Thank you for posting.

[@saozita50]

Just came across your videos, and already I love you guys...I'm passionate about knitting and crocheting and needlework lol...but mostly knitting. Been doing it for many years, self taught, but learning every day. You gentlemen are amazing.

[@caro1591]

Fantastic. Absolute game changer. Thank you so much. 🙏🏻❤️

[@grainnemcdonald19]

After years of traditional "throwing" style knitting, I have learned to knit the Norwegian style, or "continental". Knit stitches were so easy but purl stitches seemed, not difficult, but, not smooth and seemed to affect my tension because I would raise my index finger to hold the yarn and pull it back to wrap around the needle when purl stitching. A very different position for my hands and holding the yarn compared to knit rows. Your version of purling is a perfect match to my knit stitches and makes ribbing more enjoyable and less of a chore. I love your videos, especially your tutorials and traditional methods and designs. Please don't ever stop. You are wonderful mentors and a great inspiration. xxx

[@ARNECARLOS]

Glad to be of help!

[@samanthabertarelli9307]

Oh my gosh! Picking from the finger when you knit!! I LOVE THIS THANK YOU!!! I'm new to knitting and I just love you guys thank you for you're awesome videos!

[@ARNECARLOS]

You are welcome!

[@Cyndi159]

It all makes sense now haha....I gave up knitting because I just couldn't get the flow (big hands and North America). All I had to do was go back to my Scandinavian heritage :) love your tutorials and I love to feel closer to the yarn/needle without wrapping the yarn as I was taught xoxo

[@bebeveritas7306]

I promise you, I have tried years to learn how to knit in the continental style because it’s suppose to be so much faster. I could NEVER, ever get it where it felt comfortable, I had so much trouble with the yarn getting away, and with tension. A few time times watching your videos and I’ve accomplished the Norwegian method and it feels so comfortable and it is easy on the hands and wrists as far as fatigue. Arne and Carlos, you are wonderful teachers! Your channel is one of my favorites! I enjoy the knitting videos as well as the cultural ones. I want to come to one of your workshops one day! You guys are so sweet and kind and funny! I learn something with every video and I just enjoy every single video I watch! I hope you are doing well and happy and healthy! God Bless you and your staff! Thank you!

[@ARNECARLOS]

You are welcome and glad that you didn't give up!

[@Gardenerbyday]

Thank you for being in this time, in this place. I am addicted to knitting. Hats first. In the round and dpn hugs from Albuquerque New Mexico.

[@ARNECARLOS]

Thank you for watching us!

[@MaryCline-y3x]

Thank you for the purl stitch. I do pick like you do but I hated rib stitches because of the purl stitch. Now I have to practice and work on rib stitch patterns.

[@smallfootprint2961]

I like this. Less movement. I like keeping the yarn on the finger. I want to avoid holding the finger in the air as I've seen with some styles. It' cramps my hand. I've been practicing it a bit along with other continental style knitting and I like this best. I'm not very fast at it yet, but love your instructions. I still have trouble understanding the slip at the beginning. I tried it but it doesn't turn out nice. Now I guess there's two different ways to do it, depending on what row you're on. I'll have to watch it and practice some more. Thanks so much for re posting this. It's my favorite tutorial.

[@annkathy257]

A refresher course is always helpful! Thank you! 😃💕

[@lauriephilemonoff6305]

Carlos, your fingers are dancing! 😊

[@ARNECARLOS]

Thank you!

[@leametcalfe7939]

It's very relaxing watching you knit and your video is very clear so it's easy to follow. So much easier to follow when it's the same way I knit too. Thank you for all your videos. :-D

[@wipawansuthapapon4731]

it's very easy and I am trying this way. It is good for me, thank you.

[@katgore99]

Learning a new style is tough but much easier with your help. Thank you for your work.

[@virginiaskinner8977]

I love the way you pearl. I'm new at knitting. I put the yarn in front of my work to pearl and it is so slow for me. I'm saving this video to go back to as needed. Thank you so much. I love the way knit fabrics look . You're great teachers.

[@donnaseguin391]

Hi Arne and Carlos thank you for showing your way of knitting it does go fast knitting with the yarn an the same finger you hold your work on look for to hearing more about getting ready for spring gardening as well all the best Donna from Canada

[@ARNECARLOS]

Thank you for your and comment and we are glad to be able to improve your knitting!

[@catherinecrawford2289]

Can I come and crash on that couch? Cozy cozy video, wonderful! And very informative and helpful.

[@TheRedheadedminx]

I have only just found your channel and all I can say is thank you. I've been crocheting for a few years but have never been able to get the hang of knitting and throwing over the yarn. Even the continental way of holding the yarn felt unnatural but I have found my people!! Thank you so much xxx

[@clairedeare1139]

I’m English and I’ve knitted my whole life the “English” way. I’ve been fascinated by your videos and I’ve learned how to do it the Norwegian way thanks to your helpful videos. Thank you!

[@ARNECARLOS]

You are welcome!

[@those_eyes]

Thank you guys! You're great! Love your videos!

[@deirdreward9814]

This is a lovely way to spend a cold morning - watching your videos. Thank you. I loved the one on the left over wool and using the carding tool.

[@ARNECARLOS]

Hi Deirdre, thank you so much for watching!

[@dorindacontreras1094]

I learned a cool little saying on slow TV about a year ago to teach kids how to knit. It was go in the cave, grab the princess and kill the troll. I love it!

[@nl2766]

Excellent tips. Thank you!

[@ARNECARLOS]

You are welcome!

[@happymamaof5803]

You just completely changed the way I knit! I've always felt so clumsy knitting the English way (way I was taught). But I watched this many times, pausing and rewinding and working it along with you. I can't tell you how much easier it is to knit a 1x1 rib with this technique! wow. And the cast-on technique worked much better for me. Thank you, thank you! I'm now working my first sweater for myself and I'm very excited. Already the rounds are going to much easier.

[@kathyconner7144]

I love watching you both.. Thank you for all you do

[@dragonlord0666]

yeah, finally found someone who knits like I do..... every one I meet in the UK, once they get over the fact it's a man knitting ;) then cannot grasp how I cast on with one hand and how I hold the yarn to knit and how I purl... and now I know I do it the Norwegian way

[@jojoUK120]

dragonlord0666 lol loads of British men can knit, they’re just scared to tell anyone because of the sexist ridicule so nobody thinks men knit and they usually gave up to fit in. But when I proudly say my dad taught me, (if there’s nobody else to hear) they open up about learning as a child- equally proud.

[@teslaandhumanity7383]

My Dad was a knitter and his mother owned a wool shop . This Norwegian way I just discovered today , I’m so impressed, can’t wait to master it .

[@sandrastreifel6452]

Thanks for sharing your very efficient way of making purl stitches! I’m going to watch it again and try it out for myself.

[@ARNECARLOS]

Do try it and remember practice makes perfect!

[@rosegaither]

Thank you for this great video. I loved learning the purl stitch, it took me a couple of stitches, but I got it. My purls seem to be a little loose, so I will have to work on that. Love you guys

[@jennyc2334]

This is amazing. You just made me switch from the continental what you call German method to the Norwegian method. Holding my index finger out gets really tiring. This technique makes so much sense. I’ve just trained myself using your video and love the purl stitch this way. Thank you!

[@madaketmom]

Love your videos! I have knit for over 50 years the way you describe as German, and I am very fast 😊

[@GezButterworth]

Life changing! Thank you for a brilliant video. For 39 years I've knitted the English way, today all that has changed !!!!

[@VidaDeVigo]

me and my boyfriend love your videos! you are awsome guys!

[@antoniomartinazzo5847]

Thank you so much, guys! This is an ergonomic way of knitting in the continental style! You are great!

[@ARNECARLOS]

You are welcome.

[@NotAriadne89]

Wow. Wonderful podcast. I knit by throwing, English Style. Just trying the Norwiegian picking style as you are teaching, my needles are flying around my sock rows. I will have to try the the purl stitch your way. I can't wait to view your other podcasts. Thank you. Also love you sock colorways.

[@mishkay6887]

What a beautiful harmony in knitting....❤

[@ARNECARLOS]

Thank you!

[@judithmatus3]

I just want to say thanks! Your instructions are so clear and the visuals so excellent that I was able to switch styles. I lived in Berlin for a year but never saw anyone knit like this. Mostly, like me, American throwing style. Right now I am in the awkward beginning phase which is weird as an experienced knitter but I already know this will make me super fast on the needles. Love your videos! You make me want to try so many new things that were just too slow the other way! ❤️ knitting!

[@sexy59red]

i love you guys. love your videos and enjoying watching you knit. carlos is very good and i am now going to try and teach myself how to knit his way...

[@suetupper9162]

Love you guys...thank you for wonderful Info!

[@guilhermelarre7625]

omg this purl is so easy!!! as a crocheter learning knitting it really helps a lot, thanks for sharing it

[@memefraser3961]

Great video. I’m going to practice the Norwegian way. Also, here in Canada, we use metric as well. Thank you for sharing.

[@letiziacrudeli4648]

Siete veramente bravi complimenti!!!!!!

[@ARNECARLOS]

Grazie!

[@dianabrusco9590]

Thank you for refreshing my senior mind.

[@fredagaff]

Hi Arne and Carlos. I just started knitting a year ago and I learnt everything from youtube channels. I am very new to your channel but I am very grateful that I found both of you! I used to dislike to purl, however after watching this video (many times) I am finally enjoying purling. Even when the pattern gives a choice to either purl or knit, I now rather purl 😉. I am not as fast as Arne but I do think I am ‘dancing’ the purls!!

[@variationsonaseam6939]

I've always been a continental knitter. It just made more sense to me, but I was never thrilled with my purls. I thought there had to be a better way. And now I see there is! Can't wait to practice this purl. Hope you both are doing well.

[@argonwheatbelly637]

This is how my mother used to knit. Very, very fast method! If you knit one-handed with a knitting belt, however, you'll probably do a variation of throwing instead of picking. Awesome video!!!

[@ARNECARLOS]

Thank you Argon!

[@SuzyCowpersTeaCosyFolk]

Great information, beautifully delivered :)

[@joanwhiting546]

Awesome, thank you so much.

[@barbaralaidman5841]

I just found you guys. I understand the knit sort of. I liked the Norwegian knit

[@ARNECARLOS]

Welcome to our channel Barbara!

[@Marisol0625]

Thank you for your knitting lesson, love your sweaters! Just lovely 😊Will keep watching....

[@lindacantwell8266]

I just learned your method, and it is so awesome.

[@ARNECARLOS]

Congratulations Linda!

[@colleenberg5094]

Thank you so much. I know how to crochet but I want to learn to knit because I look at your items that you show or wear and they are so so beautiful. So watching how you do it makes sense to me. I definatily need to practice. You knit so quickly so it's so mesmerising. I will definitely watch so I can learn from some cool guys who know how to create lovely things. Your scenery in some of videos are very beautiful. One can definitely enjoy like going on a tour or a vacation spot. Okay I will spot ranting how great your guys are but I can't help but be impressed Take Care

[@ARNECARLOS]

Thank you for watching and this lovely comment! Practice makes perfect.

[@Motboys]

Thank you!! I’ve done crochet for years and recently thought myself to knit continental style (what the US calls how you knit). But the way I learned to purl was always hard for me. Your way is SO much easier! Now to build that muscle memory so I can go fast too.

[@rainbowcreationsbydeniseco7570]

You make it look so easy

[@helentucker6403]

this is great. I've always had tension issues with continental style knitting till I tried it your way! thanks for this

[@ARNECARLOS]

Glad it helped your tension!

[@ofirshorshy8281]

thank you, I am new to knitting and my goal is to know Norwegian knitting and to do all this beautiful staff . thank a lot!

[@ARNECARLOS]

You are welcome, and good luck on your knitting journey!

[@alisonmary1443]

Ha!!!! Found it, cast on Arne & Carlos way, Thank you.

[@ainhoaaparicio3729]

Thank you so much for the purl tutorial! I learnt to knit in a "norvegianish" way (dealt the tension the way one does in crochet) and ended up coming up with a purling technique where I no longer throw with my right hand but with my left hand thumb instead. However, that is only an improvement when you purl many purls in a row but not when you do ribbing, since you still need to carry the yarn back and forth and that can only be achieved with the intervention of the right hand. I love the norvegian purl because the yarn stays on the left hand all the time and the yarn, in a way, always stays in the back. I love your channel!

[@ARNECARLOS]

Thank you!

[@belindahammond1679]

Taught myself to knit recently from KZbin in the English way. I got a knitting injury! I’m relearning your way and I think it will be much better, although at the moment everything is very tight! Thank you!

[@candyyoung2675]

Really love your video's & I am learning much. Thank you!

[@ARNECARLOS]

Thank you for watching Candy!

[@marialuisaponce18]

Wow!!! I will try your way of knitting , and see if I could do it better...

[@ZimVader-0017]

In my local store, they carry needles with the mm sizes, so that's no problem XD I already crochet (for about four years), but recently my mother got me two books with knitting projects from Spain. They include abbreviation charts and small tips in the patterns themselves, but I wasn't really getting it. Your instructions were very clear and easy to follow, so thank you for this video. Also, Arne, I love your sweater :D

[@TG-mx5wb]

The book I learned from taught the ‘throw’ method but I couldn’t do it. I learned crochet first and throwing felt awkward, so I held it like a crochet hook. I didn’t know there was a German way, but that’s definitely what I do.