How to Knit: Easy for Beginners

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So you want to learn how to knit but don't know where to start? Look no further! Here I'll go over all the very basic knitting technique you'll need to know.
How to make a slipknot: 1:00
How to cast on: 3:24
How to actually knit: 6:32
Knitting the second row: 13:55

[@RJKnits]

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[@marw560]

just ordered this the other day. well done you!

[@rachael5883]

Where did you get your needles?

[@clairea1223]

I have to say I bought this book without expectations and couldn't put it down.

[@agemoth]

@@clairea1223 I hope you could put it down long enough to actually knit! 😂

[@marybaker8582]

It sure wasn’t me. Knitting scares me to death

[@karatucker7237]

I’m gonna be the best grandma sure I’m only 15 but I’ll be ready when the time comes

[@lucasliam8238]

Ok so you need to find a pregnant women without parents, and say you’ll adopté them as your child...

[@CookieCat712]

Same lol

[@kealieghbaker8019]

@@CookieCat712 im 9

[@xoxogossipgirl133]

❤

[@kittycorn7686]

Yea me too Iam only 12 and i know how to knit now i have a scarf for my mum

[@anxiousamoeba8661]

I’m 20. Diagnosed with severe depression, anxiety, and ADHD. Some random night I decided to try knitting. This tutorial got me started on something that would eventually genuinely help my mental health for the last year and a half. It’s calming for when I’m feeling anxious. Gives me something else to think about when I’m feeling depressed, and helps me become focused all at the same time. Thanks for the good tutorial

[@emmathain1072]

Same, hope you well

[@montyhale1899]

I’ve started crocheting for the same reason! I have all of the things you’ve mentioned, as well as bipolar. Yarn crafts are really helping me so far, too! Incredibly soothing. ☺️ Cheers for finding positive hobbies. 🥳

[@peony6410]

I'm also 20 and suddenly thinking that i should try knitting and i think it may help to get rid of anxiety,depression.

[@piperhemmersbach5157]

Omg we have the same thing girl. But I’m 10 years old and have dyslexia too.

[@anissalanderos3168]

Honestly I couldn't relate more! I've tried the recommendations, but I find this to be more therapeutic

[@rejpri]

This. This is what the magic of the internet is all about. You’ve given so many people a tool that is potentially life-changing for some. THANK YOU!!

[@looloo4029]

Perfect comment!! ❤❤

[@Suezie_Mae]

My grandma only has a couple years left with me. She has always wanted to teach me how to knit, but she lives far away I want to learn how to knit. So I can give her something before she passes. She’s knitted hats, mittens and blankets for me and my siblings and I can tell knitting just means a lot to her. She had to quit because her fingers are too stiff. Thank you for making this video it means so much to me ❤

[@Daisy-kb3wl]

Why’s everyone in the comments like “oh thanks I can do it now” “I’m a pro knitter now” AND IM SAT HERE CRYING MY EYES OUT WITH A NOTTED UP PEICE OF WOOL

[@abigailfletcher6050]

DW SAME IM LITERAlly reading the comments while crying rn because I’m having so much trouble omg

[@katanamarshall6577]

I HAVE A REALLY BAD PROBLEM WITH BEATING MYSELF UP OVER THINGS AND I'M SOBBING RDTFGYUYTFRDESDR

[@graciesca1200]

I don't think I've ever cried so much in my entire life

[@hamidabdin83]

SAME HERE SIS 😭😭

[@usmintz3860]

jdjssisjjdjdejjedj sameeeeee

[@ghostliek6627]

It’s 3 AM and I suddenly have the strong urge to learn how to knit.

[@chiggywiggy524]

Interesting!

[@flynnjagers7289]

I've wanted to learn for a while lmao but only at 1 am fo I deside to learn

[@annabelleconklin2623]

7am and relate

[@citycupid]

me rn lmao

[@jackie1509]

I ordered a kit from amazon im ready to knit even though im 13.

[@alixcornett2260]

i don't know why but your video is the only beginning knitting tutorial that has clicked with my head enough for me to make multiple rows. definitely will be tuning into your channel for more help!

[@bessycedillos]

exactley me too! right?

[@mellissamcconnell]

Ive been crocheting for years and this is the first video that gives me the courage to try knitting! thank you for going slow and really understanding how challenging it can be to get started!

[@CatfishWingsOfFire]

Yep! As a crocheter, I think I might try this out! Should be fun.

[@emily1520]

I’ve just made a row of the ugliest stitches on earth and never been more proud!

[@ritabalogun2037]

same here sis

[@nancyvillegas7741]

Me too!

[@HaveABreak_HaveAShort]

I can’t even do a slip knot

[@marcuspotkato666]

same

[@eee7300]

That’s the spirit👏

[@AwesomeAmani]

I’m 11, nearly 12, but my nana recently passed away and I’d forgotten how to knit (she had taught me before) but I wanted to finish a blanket that she’d started! This video was really helpful, thank you! Edit: Thank you so much for the nice comments!

[@xuxi8557]

Aww that’s a cute story 🥺 I think she’d be proud of you 💗💗

[@maxdag1290]

Wow in nearly 12 years old too

[@peanutbuttertoast7742]

Wholesome

[@Zyn_Shi]

Awww 🥺 good luck! I'm sure she'd love it if you finished it

[@idontlikehumansthatmuch]

💕

[@bluepurpleable]

At almost 70 I thought I'd learn to knit. Your directions are so clear and easy to follow! Love "scoop the loop!" tysm!

[@bigmomma_x368]

I’ve watched many knitting videos in the past two days. I must say your cast on is more understandable then those other videos that I’ve watched.!I have been crocheting for 24 years. I’m wanting to learn something new. Bought new needles and yarn cakes for the bag I plan on making. 💜

[@disgusted_noise]

RIGHT!? I watched other videos and could not for the life of me understand.

[@porchdeck574]

I got into an argument with an old lady about knitting. She challenged me to a knit off. Not knowing how to knit, I accepted. Here I am.

[@petrichor9796]

Wtf 😂😂😂

[@zetamikaella1029]

This... this sounds epic... how’d it go 😳

[@porchdeck574]

I am sad to say she knitted me under the table. The rematch will be scheduled next time I see her at the bus stop and run my mouth. (I never get disrespectful with her)

[@AnaRamirez-ng1tj]

@@porchdeck574 keep us posted

[@skittlesthekillerklown7088]

Omg 🤣🤣good luck

[@springday6259]

everybody gangsta until you need to use the second needle.

[@leilastyles8932]

frl mee 💀

[@eo7063]

Here

[@ipuhstickeronmycarrier7305]

the thread always gets tight or falls off the second needle 😅 what am i doing wronggg 😭

[@yansness7402]

Hahahahah

[@loriallen8768]

Ya

[@user-sb5zb1ge5p]

I'm glad everyone else found this helpful. My perfectionist self is still struggling. I've always struggled doing things with my hands. I'm ending tonight frustrated and with nothing but will hopefully get the courage to come back and try again tomorrow.

[@just_pluto_]

so, how is your kitting adventure going? i just started today!

[@stephanieturner5931]

I’m also feeling frustrated. Not by the video, this man has given very clear instructions. I’m just struggling to use my hands the right way. I’ve mastered crochet, but knitting is so hard to me.

[@iris1329]

I bought so many books and ended up in tears. Then I saw your video and you made it look so easy. I got it with the first try!!! Thank you so much. I am so very grateful🥰

[@larissacarvalho7292]

Everything was fine until the moment he said that we would start knitting

[@jessicaburns1894]

same

[@ileenflores3967]

how are u being rude cause u are am oretty sure u dont know how to knit

[@ileenflores3967]

Whoops! my cousin told me what u meant but sorry if u meant soething rue look and read the other ntification

[@blancayt1377]

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[@beatm6948]

@@ramonagerig3938 I mean, I tried to be taught 8 years ago, it did not work. I'm still on my first project, just using this stitch, and it's going pretty well for me.

[@oghaleomugbe6322]

Friend: "calls me" Me: "answers" I cant talk right now I'm doing hot girl shit Me: Knitting like a pro

[@denisepatterson8501]

can i get your help

[@funstories3448]

WaOo help me too 😂

[@skittlesthekillerklown7088]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🔥🤌🏽

[@tkbotsss7564]

Hot girl shit nice😂

[@staceykeel3646]

Real hot girl shit 😂

[@ldailey95]

Thank you so much for this video! I used this to get me started when my best friend went in for surgery to remove a brain tumor. I continued to knit the entire time and the next day while he was in ICU. I’ll continue knitting now because it gives me peace and a way to create something for people I care about. ❤

[@WhirlyCurly]

I hope your friends OK!! that's really scary... glad you could do something while you're waiting😊

[@DrKaloo]

…

[@aliciad8553]

I'm a lefty and the right-hand method works just fine! I started knitting last week and I'm already addicted. It becomes almost meditative and has significantly reduced my anxiety. When I get into a good rhythm, I call it "flow state" - relaxed, calm, and just focused on knitting. Thank you for making your videos! 🙏🏻

[@meandmybobbygee1812]

Everyone is gonna come out of quarantine as knitting/sewing masters

[@okthatscool9503]

Y E S

[@Dante_Zerubi]

I know how to sew

[@terrantum4813]

Y E S

[@shangtine]

Bakers too

[@maryw35648]

knitting , sewing , baking and woodwork for me . wood work is the least thing im good at but I surprised myself when I started

[@ToEuropa]

So who was the first person who looked at a ball of yarn and said, 'I can use this to make clothing using two big needles and loops." Genius or mad person, no doubt.

[@travisvardelman1079]

Hello how are you doing?

[@_anais._.]

I mean weaving has been around for generations

[@midnight3766]

why not both?

[@snootsnoot5590]

i think about this legit every time i crochet or knit. like who had a bunch of string and was just like 'yes i know of a good way to weave this to make a shirt' wtf did they just mess around with it until they found it?? or did they stare at it for awhile until the thought was beamed into their mind??

[@andij605]

@@snootsnoot5590 it must have been some well-fed ancestor, nobody who is starving has the time for this stuff

[@natabledance]

It’s not only the way to teach (amazing) but your voice is so relaxing and let me concentrate. I have ADHD and I’m dealing with a lot of stress and anxiety right now. I decided to look on KZbin instead of buying a book for me to learn because my ADHD and I thought that was going to make it more difficult but thanks to you I’m even more excited to start! ✨

[@Memawjune]

My oldest granddaughter watched this and really liked this. Bless you. 🙏🙏☺️☺️☺️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@elliot4417]

Him: "18 stitches-" Me with the ✨40 sitiches✨ that I made because it was really relaxing: oH-

[@awed6]

Edit OMG 5 LIKES WOWH

[@awed6]

Same

[@ianmckewen]

Imma make my scarf thicc. Oh no... this hard

[@alienqueen9114]

Literally me rn

[@hooman2927]

Lol I forgot to count so I had to go back

[@pussydestroyersora4892]

who’s here not because of quarantine and just because they genuinely want to learn

[@RileyMitchell01]

Me too

[@amyavisykes7088]

Meee... ✋

[@johnconnors3971]

Me it’s going great I love it!😄😄😄

[@itsshirayukii]

Same.....Btw, are u army?

[@pussydestroyersora4892]

I was born in Busan first yess I am!!

[@kpopp-143]

I tried knitting to relieve some stress and it gave me a new thing to stress about (IF I DON'T GET IT RIGHT I'M GONNA KMS😭✋🏻)

[@user-kr2ph9lh3i]

to me it still relives some stress and usally I am bad at learning new things but for the first time i learned something new in under 10 minutes and im ten years old

[@kpopp-143]

@@user-kr2ph9lh3i aww that's a great accomplishment!!

[@violad8644]

I’ve been crocheting for a while and I’ve gotten pretty good at it, this is so so helpful I’m just now deciding to learn now to knit and your video came up first

[@polya8138]

quarantine squad where you at?

[@bellagenova7732]

yup

[@r0xyepis0de4]

Here

[@azzahassan2565]

Here

[@ashishbasnet5090]

Polya Popova here

[@eee3712]

Placing huge 🧶 order from vilrita.com 😀 what about u? Any ongoing projects ?

[@marshmallow_milkxd3489]

I was ok until we started actually knitting

[@nicole-gi6kf]

BAHAHA

[@kweenk5072]

Ahhahahaha 🤣🤣🤣

[@briannasoto3791]

literally me rn- like how does the first stich not look like his???? im so confused help its 1:30 am

[@rubyann9948]

Exactly I was swearing like hell it came undone it’s like riding a bike except the bikes on fire and so is the floor and everything is hell

[@munasuleman3]

Innit bro u literally read my mind yo

[@shazyZz126]

We love loops, we're made from loops, and we do loops all the time! Let's loop ❤️

[@morenikejiakinloose883]

I am here because my daughter got a gift of knitting set with the yarn and needles. We are clueless until we saw this video. Thanks alot

[@ecamville2928]

My yarn and needles are delayed in the mail so I'm literally practicing with embroidery floss and chopsticks...and it's working.

[@ecamville2928]

Not advisable for a good product, everything is the wrong size of course and things end up a mess, but it is a good proof of concept.

[@ecamville2928]

Update: Got my supplies.Made a lovely scarf. Working on another!

[@GabbieDunney]

This made my day 😂 what has my life come to

[@MrFoot-hc1zv]

Good for you taking advantage of stuff at ur house

[@chioma2983]

May I ask what needles you're using?

[@EvaVanDeFolk]

Thank you for teaching me to knit at almost 50. I showed my 80 year old mum my new skill and she and I sat together and knitted. She taught me how to cast off. It was the most special moment and I will treasure it forever. Thank you for sharing your video with the world. You think it’s “just” showing someone how to knit but you’ve given me a tool to save money, create warmth through clothing, be creative and build relationships. I am so grateful I found this video :) Thanks from Australia 🇦🇺

[@michelleschmidt2368]

I'm so grateful you got to have that beautiful moment🥰

[@ASTRIDTHESHININGSTAR]

Wait is mom is 80 years old??

[@WagonPilotAdventures]

Same here, just a few months shy of 50 and looking for something new to keep my brain active. Enjoyed his tutorial. Have fun kitting with your mum!

[@genericname8727]

@@ASTRIDTHESHININGSTAR yes, that’s what they said

[@Repentforthekindomogiah]

Yeahhh... its means his mother didnt have him at a young age like most people. When kids are closer in age its means the parent had them younger. My older sister is a out 37 or 38 , our mother is 55. Which means she had my older sister around 15 /16. ​@@ASTRIDTHESHININGSTAR

[@peachynesssyyyy6501]

Coming from someone who can Crochet pretty alright, I now suddenly to want to learn knitting and this video is such a good pace and relaxing to watch. Absolutely enjoyable in every level

[@twinseyecosmic_aplayz8171]

0:39 pull out enough yarn to be comfortable Me: Throws the ball of yarn down the stairs

[@axiscorner1218]

TwinsEyeCosmic_a Playz Oof

[@bblk778]

Lol too funny

[@lokalinel3841]

This would be me as well. Lol

[@jctell1014]

Bwa ha ha ha ha ha!

[@createwithme9868]

😂

[@pouncer29]

I am 25, and not the dude that you may expect to knit. I was looking for a hobby that didn't involve staring at a screen. 1 week after your video, i have completed my first project! It has the charm of a beginners project, but i owe it to you and your videos! Thank you so much!

[@Rachel_58]

I am 12y. And suddenly, I want to knit.

[@Narrow-Pather]

Keep going...Perfection is in your future..😊

[@cloudyskies8458]

I recommend trying crochet as well :) it's really easy and fun to learn, and there are so many patterns on KZbin to make the cutest things. I started with that and am now trying knitting.

[@marshwraithmell4325]

💖

[@Cinder_311]

​@@cloudyskies8458 crochet is soooooooo much better imo..I don't have the coordination for knitting..it just aggravates me lol..nice instructions tho

[@dragongnet]

I am currently bedridden due to a broken ankle and I finally decided to try knitting (had made an attempt years ago with utter failure) and thanks to your video I have currently finished 50% of a scarf! Many thanks, it’s such a lovely craft!

[@lauriewurster3022]

I learned to crochet over 40 years ago with my grandma. Never learned to knit. You made knitting very basic and easy!!! Thank you R.J.🙂

[@melissadunbar194]

As someone who has always done crochet, knitting always seemed intimidating to me. Trying to handle two needles plus the yarn sounded complicated. But this video was so great and easy to follow. And now I’ve got a little swatch I was able to do, with only one small gap in it 😅 lol! Can’t wait to watch your other videos and learn more! 😃 thank you!!

[@shariznice]

Lmaoo same! At the beginning when we were doing the "base" I wrapper my pinky and pointer finger like I was going to crochet 😂

[@Nischaworld1785]

But its so true lol

[@xtrmsleep]

i crochet, im just now learning how to knit, currently knitting along right now, i hate this. i hate knitting right now but i'm sure i'll get better. i about cried because of how difficult this crap is.

[@mag.b0o]

I learned to knit when I was 9 so it’s always been the opposite for me but I’ve been trying to learn how to crochet😅

[@lauradiaz-autin3178]

Omg same here..he truly made me want to try it and can't stop thinking of the next stitch he spoke of the purl

[@Family1228]

This man is the best instructor around. Patient, detailed, goes slow. Amazing! Thanks for taking the time to do this!

[@sophiethepreppy3972]

Yeah yeah it’s true this might be the best video and he doesn’t get of the topic too

[@amandaelia6307]

Yeah so true

[@6281day]

Yes!! I tried to follow 3 pages before I found him.

[@amandaeglit1228]

Not realy bc I got to the secand rowthing to make it longer and then my hole thing fell apart and I was working for 2h bc he did no explain wich one to do

[@sharonwebb945]

Oh wow! Your casting on method is life changing 😮 (yeah I know exaggerating a bit but wow!). I am a simple knitter ie: I only know basic stitches & have knitted that way for past few decades. I’ve never been taught this fast easy way to cast on! It’s revolutionary! I’m also going to watch your video on knitting faster… thank you SO much!🎉🎉🎉

[@user-rf5ji8qv2y]

I learned to crochet over 40 years ago with my grandma. Never learned to knit. You made knitting very basic and easy!!! Thank you R.J.

[@ducky4889]

Ok so i crochet all day every day for a few years my brother in law found me some knitting neddles at a yard sale hes like I got you some knitting stuff cuz I know you like doing that... Bless his heart... Now im trying to use the needles and im so lost lmao it is so different... Imma just crochet and tell him I knitted it lmao

[@ThePhantomgirl1]

Lmao! It was so sweet of him! But I agree... knitting is so much harder than crochet!

[@Wra8h]

it's interesting bc I find knitting much easier! I think it's that if you tried one first your mind is already used to it and you find the other one harder.

[@gaylescovel7308]

Oh ur so devious! 😂

[@jessa5388]

I'm rather good at crochet but can't knit (why I'm here) and my twin sister is rather good at knitting and doesn't know how to crochet. Together we make one grandma. And yes our grandma is a beast at both.

[@ExistentialNathan]

Crochet is easy compared to this two-needle monstrosity! I’d love to learn but it’s scary as hell and I know what I’m doing when I crochet.

[@vortexx8478]

my dad said knitting is a "girls job", so im gonna learn just to piss him off (hes so sexist)

[@msemple111]

In Europe men knit also. There are pictures on the internet of men knitting. In Germany they used to teach knitting in school for everyone.

[@dinarubin1490]

PERIODT

[@oliviahiggins5947]

@@dinarubin1490 as you should

[@user-ng1go1st6r]

my great grandfather is to so i cut down all his trees he loved so much with an axe 2 big cottenwoods 3 walnuts and 3 pecans and a big bush

[@altoclef4989]

LOVE this for you. This is only vaguely related but I love how hardcore survival "live off the grid" types scoff at doing "women's work" when knitting, sewing, cleaning, cooking, etc. Are all essential skills

[@nicola3962]

Thank you SO MUCH! By far the best knitting tutorial I've found so far. My mum has shown me, and you're the first person who explains it similarly to how she explains it so I can replay this rather than pester her when she's busy haha. Thanks again :)

[@9monava]

This is the best explanation and video I have ever seen about knitting! I can't wait to try it! I have been wanting to knit for a couple of decades and have never been able to get it and stick with it. Your camera angle and explanations are fantastic and thank you for speaking slowly and explaining "not to make it too tight," and what might happen and which of these occurrences are ok or not, etc. Nice job. I subscribed and I've only seen the first 6 minutes.

[@LetsTakeWalk]

To imagine someone figured this out millenia ago.

[@mklepserrunescape6367]

"Right, so you know that wool stuff we got from those goats? Yeah, if we spin it like we do with rope, we get this stuff called yarn, and if we take two thin sticks and tie it around, and then do some loop hoop scoop fuckery, we get this cool material. Lets wrap our necks with it"

[@hannahhammondmusic]

When he says “and know we’re going to start knitting” it was like a he beginning of 2020 , it seems all fun and new and then it slowly just falls apart

[@HelloPotatoYT]

I just started my knitting and your tutorial is the first one I saw ✨️✨️ it's so easy to follow and I already feel like a professional !!!! Thank you so so much for posting this 👏🏾😭✨️

[@GimlieGirl16]

Same! I found it today and I'm knitting? ❤ Amazing!

[@nandanier640]

I learned how to do crocheting and macrame. Now I'm into knitting. I'm now taking my first lesson.I don't have knitting needles but I'm practicing with pencils until I buy some from the store.It's very easy to do,so thank you so much for the tutorial.

[@Julescelt01]

"It's knitting, not the end of the world". Perfectionist me needed that. 😁

[@travisvardelman1079]

Hello how are you doing?

[@aziraphaleangel-22]

I want to learn how to knit so I can sit in a rocking chair at 3 months pregnant knitting baby shoes, blankets, hats, you name it. Edit: Wholly moley! I did not think my comment would get this many likes and replies. Thank you all so much for your kind words but I am not actually pregnant, I should've clarified on that. I just meant that I want to learn how to knit for when I actually am pregnant because when I was a baby, my grandmother crocheted a blanket for me and I want to learn how to knit because it seems relaxing and fun

[@tinybabywater4671]

Christy Tipps Stan the baby through the belly with the needle

[@BeriiQueen]

Yassssss!!! love it!!

[@tiredbun7951]

*Yes.*

[@kaitheratgod]

Aww.. so sweet... I hope it'd work, mind you.

[@stephaniecoffey412]

Good luck! Hope you have a happy and healthy baby!

[@coleorange970]

I’m 19 and my fiancé bought a sewing machine to make a quilt out of our daughter’s that we really loved on her that don’t fit anymore (the rest we donate) and it inspired me to start doing traditional knitting because my aunt taught taught me finger knitting when I was like 6. Knitting is definitely not just for old women like people think lol its an amazing skill to have

[@knelson2019]

My mom taught me how to knit a long time ago, and I recall how satisfying and relaxing it was for my mind. As an adult now I am coming to refresh my memory and pick this habit up again. It'll be great to make cool things for family for birthdays, holidays, and special occasions. Thanks for making this so easy to follow along!!!

[@saipoojithabhamidipati4013]

Hey. I am from India. I am pregnant and doctor advised me complete bed rest. Bed rest is very boring. So one day I randomly came across this tutorial. I found your tutorial extremely interesting. So, I immediately ordered yarn and needles. Now i am trying to knit a sweater for my baby. Thankyou so much for making knitting so easy. I am sure your hardwork will definitely pay off some day👍

[@jin_cotl]

That’s so wonderful. I hope everything went smoothly for you and your child :)

[@jin_cotl]

Also congratulations on the news

[@saipoojithabhamidipati4013]

@@jin_cotl thankyou so much ☺️

[@neikerhenovese2015]

@@jin_cotl I am in love with you jin

[@neikerhenovese2015]

Jin cotl is my boyfriend

[@harneevkaurdhaliwal1723]

Time stamps if you want to skip something How to make a slipknot 1:00 How to cast on 3:24 How to actually knit 6:32 How to knit the second row 13:55 Your welcome

[@kaitheratgod]

Harneev D Some man corrected me for grammar on a reply for this video, it's polite to listen, so... On the second last word of the last line, add an apostrophe and an "e". It should be "You're welcome."

[@nataliefernandez9681]

Harneev D thank you

[@kaitheratgod]

Thank you for your kindness.

[@AtheNiify]

Much appreciated my dude

[@lisamedla]

@@kaitheratgod Whew...it was bothering me but I didn't want to be rude so thanks.

[@lnrs]

i first learned how to knit at the psychiatric ward roughly two years ago. i forgot practically all of it. this year my mother in law gifted me a ton of yarn and an "easy" knitting pattern thinking i was better at it and im finally getting around to relearning the basics. i am hopeful.

[@mml9018]

This is exactly the view of knitting I needed. I just watched another person teach casting on. I could understand their video. But when they started knitting, I couldn't see from the angle of their camera. I'm a brand new beginner.

[@kaitheratgod]

You've helped me to knit a scarf for my nan for Christmas this year, and I'm only 10 years old. By you, I actually mean, you. No other videos were used to knit it, just a tiny bit of help from a website to help me finish it. This video is absolutely brilliant, so are all of the others that you have made. Thank you so much! Plus, I'm left-handed but your tutorial encouraged me to try doing something with my right hand for once, because I don't do anything else with my right hand other than hold a book up or something like that.

[@markjanssens1658]

awww what a sweet message :):)

[@kaitheratgod]

@lps kitty cat films I mean, I'm kind of 11 at the time of replying to this... well... weird.. reply.

[@kaitheratgod]

Malaysia Calvin Thank you ever so much. I had never imagined this much support and praise from others, let alone those older than me. Also, I have recently taken some depression tests, I know that they are not proffessional diagnosises, but they all came out with a moderate to severe depression. This much support really helps, especially as it shows that there are those who would notice and do something if I did leave this all behind.

[@kaitheratgod]

lps kitty cat films 15th of January.

[@imnormal4409]

Kaitlyn Marie wow you’re only 10? Your grammar is great! I can tell you’re a very smart person, also I have anxiety and hearing that you have depression is upsetting and I know saying “I hope you feel better” won’t help but hang in there🥺

[@viviennes.9438]

i love how this video has been up for two years and everyone is now watching it in quarantine...

[@2007_Toyota_Yaris_]

im even useing chop sticks as Knitting needles

[@herecomesthesun5851]

mrglipglopman i’m using skewers😂

[@hannatutijjaniahmed4979]

Ikr

[@travisvardelman1079]

Hello how are you doing?

[@2007_Toyota_Yaris_]

@@travisvardelman1079 not too good

[@megspitzer9406]

When I first learned how to knit back in 2006 at school, I used to ask my mom to help me cast on the yarn on the needle (apparently, she learned how to knit a long time ago by one of my aunts), but because of your video, I now know how to do it myself!😊

[@LoriL6657]

At 57 I’ve been learning how to crochet from KZbin videos. I said well let’s watch a knitting video and seen you and said let’s try it. I just want to thank you for really showing and explaining as you teach. I’m thankful for your how to start knitting video, I’m ready to follow along.

[@46raulfull]

Summarized video: scoop the loop

[@tasam.5501]

yess - scoop the loop - whoop whoop

[@prettyhamburger6462]

Just out here trying to knit myself some hopes and dreams

[@caseycampbell8447]

I have been trying for years to knit. I just completed two rows!! I am so happy😊 Thanks for making it fun! I'm starting over to keep practicing, some of my loops are tighter than others. I'm going to keep practicing adding a row as I go. You explain it so well.

[@LadyovVein]

You are an AMAZING educator. Every single “huh?” That came up in my head you immediately debunked seconds later. You also seem very patient for beginner confusion! Definitely a perfect teacher for this skill

[@harsinaharsina3714]

Your soo ruude

[@harsinaharsina3714]

Dont put your middle finger up

[@cracker9818]

@@harsinaharsina3714 that’s what you’re worried about? i’m worried about why their banner is an xray of teeth

[@Nana-56]

Idk who u are, but that picture seems personal. What did I do this time😔

[@tomsmith9983]

Have you been saved by putting your trust in Jesus?

[@leandrasisco4597]

Finally, someone showed me how to cast on easier!! I’m 68, been knitting since I am 11. Casting on a goofy way, til now. Thanks!!!!

[@nursyakirah3188]

That is a LOT of years you've been knitting...

[@asmrlacedwithpearls4310]

I hope you find yourself well during this crisis Leandra!

[@kaitheratgod]

Meaning that you had to re-learn the beginning of knitting again?

[@kuraeru_dayo]

Megan Manthei hey random fella, i was born on 2009 too, Feb 17

[@kaitheratgod]

@@kuraeru_dayo I was January 15th 2009, slightly older than most of the ones freaking out about birthdays.

[@aliceamery5410]

I learnt how to crochet about 10 months ago. I remember being taught how to knit by my nan when I was younger but I didn’t really have the patience for it. Now I’m ready to try again and this is helpful

[@lizygirl651]

Teaching myself how to knit purely using your videos! You make it a lot simpler than some other videos I watched!! So thank you for that!😆💗

[@zoidmo3388]

I'm a crocheter. Knitting was as elusive to me as changing a motor in a car. I tried for years to learn. I just couldn't grasp it. I'm now retired with time on my hands. @ 2am I couldn't sleep so i picked up those unused knitting needles & came across your channel. I tell ya RJ...you are the bees knees in tutorials. Thank you thank you thank you. By George I think I've got it. Just to help some others that come across your channel-try bulky yarn. It was much easier for me to see where I went wrong & the pattern was horrible for about the first 50 times with thin yarn. lol. RJ is right, it does get easier. Keep at it. God Bless everyone.

[@P1ayD0hpaul]

That’s odd since I crocheted for a few months a couple years ago and I found this very easy to pick up. Maybe you had lousy lessons before. Crocheting was too much for my wrists and I’m hoping this isn’t.

[@taram9409]

I'm so glad you finally got it! God bless you!

[@ahmani7164]

“it’s knitting it’s not the end of the world” NO SIR I THINK IT IS IM STRUGGLING HERE

[@dailinelily]

Lmao-

[@hannahjade7118]

After watching so many videos this one is by far the best for beginners and I’m now off and away with my first ever knitting attempt! 🎉

[@AtlasandMe]

I remember knitting as a kid but couldn’t remember all the steps. Now I’m teaching my Autistic son how to knit and this video was so easy to follow! Thanks for making it fun to get back into this awesome craft.

[@wolvie1618]

Me: "imma learn how to knit" Me some minutes later leaning over edge of bed: "did I do good?" Spider under my bed: 👁👁 👁👁👁👁👁👁 👄

[@wolvie1618]

@@WomboLive thank you

[@bpiobpio9569]

*pig snort*

[@glomgold.industries]

The spider: you did great!

[@caramelkisses8857]

😂😂😂

[@laurindan3749]

FINALLY!!!! A video I can follow. There are SO many awful beginning knitting videos on KZbin. Your video is easy to follow, in focus, great camera angle, you speak clearly, you go slow, and repeat the stitches. You're an awesome teacher! And how in the heck can this video have ANY thumbs down?! Are you people crazy?

[@danoonzpeterson2910]

Agree!!!

[@danoonzpeterson2910]

Meaning, I agree that this video is amazing for beginning matters! So easy to follow, the other girl I was trying to watch before I found this one I was so frustrated

[@danoonzpeterson2910]

*knitters, not matters😂

[@Tweedlededumdum]

Actually there was another that was very helpful to me with the knit stitch, I just couldn’t really get it with anybody else though this video was very helpful too but I didn’t finish it yet.

[@valeriestirrett1729]

I totally agree the other knitting videos make it seem like rocket science they make it more difficult than it has to be

[@upside_downtape.9222]

Never knew how knitting is done just saw my mom and grandma doing and now I'm here learning it to knit something for my girlfriend.

[@sarahjane3897]

I never leave comments on videos but I wanted to say thank you for sharing your knowledge and talent with us beginners. As an avid crocheter I was always under the impression that knitting was hard. I'm so glad I found your videos and I can't wait to continue my journey into knitting with your videos to guide me. Happy Holidays and God Bless you 🙏🙏

[@victoriao2328]

Me after quarantine “done with my Christmas presents”

[@zoey_heckzz]

Lol

[@Marwa-nq2ws]

😂

[@britischenadligen3760]

Literally. I'm becoming more and more of a granny with each day of lockdown 😂💞

[@avasionna]

bro same 😅 even my hips and back are starting to hurt 😔

[@cinna8474]

When I tell you I have been absolutely MYSTIFIED by knitting for years! I have been a crocheter since I was thirteen, but knitting absolutely looked like witchcraft. THIS cleared most of what I didn't know up! Thank you for this tutorial!

[@jessica9043]

omg i watched this video just to quickly remind myself how to knit again after many years, but i always thought crocheting looked so complicated! i asked my friend how to crochet, and i will exchange with her by teaching her how to knit

[@peggynunez391]

I'm the opposite. Knitting comes easy to me, but crochet is some sort of sorcery. Lol

[@ambrianaxoxo839]

Crocheting since 9 years old, Im now 29 trying yet again to learn to knit, but this tutorial is gold I can finally do it! But I still love my crochet above all ❤

[@kimanthony3076]

Me too!

[@SomanGosh]

i really wanted to learn to knit for years. I tried learning last year from someone - she helped me a bit and i tried - i never picked the knitting needles - dint even get thorough the 2nd line well.. Found your video (thank god) and it helped me so much and its so simple now - i have 8 line done on the 1st attempt. Its totally depends on who teaches too. thank you !! also it feels good and productive when i watching tv - i am not wasting any time :)

[@mystrugle900]

I’ve wanted to start knitting for a while. I’m trying to become that person who tries all the things they say they want to do instead of just talking about it. I’m going to order some needles and yarn. Wish me lucky!

[@SmillyDonut]

I'm doing the same. Trying all the things I've wanted to and just never have.

[@gabbycharokopos8944]

good luck to both of you!!!

[@SmillyDonut]

@@gabbycharokopos8944 Thank you. 🙂

[@beatricemwangi6004]

good luck

[@Poonam-ne6tt]

I am doing the same

[@VC-rl6fz]

“Tight but not too tight” Me: Right... BuT NOt ToO RiGhT

[@williamcourtney8593]

Great instructional! I got a wild hare yesterday and decided I wanted to knit a scarf for my chihuahua and, having never kitted/crocheted, etc. set about the task. After a few hours of four letter words and frustration, I found your video and was knitting up a storm in no time. About 1/4 way through my first project now! Thanks, bro!

[@neocyn8306]

one random night i decided to crochet and since then it has been my favourite hobby now I've want a new hobby so I've started knitting even tho im pretty bad at it and it's all messy but let's see where this goes :D

[@tiffanygonzales910]

My life ended when he said "Time for the real knitting"☠️

[@rickparsent9632]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/mGqppqF7oM2HhNE

[@munaalaskari4162]

Girl same girl was like wtf were we doing before

[@catherinepotts-halpin1887]

I am keeping my goals small. No real knitting please - I broke into a sweat when he said that

[@GeorgiaWhisper]

Now I'm scared to watch until that point. Lol

[@travisvardelman1079]

Hello how are you doing?

[@leelahasan3988]

It's funny to think this video is where it all started. I can't tell you how much I appreciate your tutorials. In the last 2 years since I first watched it I have knit so many scarfs. This week I even graduated into sweaters. I also got really into crochet, and I've made way more things there. Thank you so much. Knitting has been so important in my life these last 2 years. I went to Uni half a world away from home, and a shared love of knitting is how I made one of my first close friends in the US. I wish you the best, and hope you keep uploading

[@viridianatristan1470]

Girl you have the same google icon picture like me 😂

[@PrettyTee23]

If you don't mind me asking, which Is easier and faster, knitting or crochet? Cause I want to get into both but for now I want to start with what's fastest and easiest.

[@leelahasan3988]

​@@PrettyTee23 Personally, I find crochet projects and patterns much more intuitive. There is the additional benefit of free patterns being easier to find on KZbin, and the hooks are cheaper by a lot. There are also a lot more start up costs to knitting. Knitting projects will require different needle types (flat, round, double pointed) which are all more expensive. But crochet is generally better for structured items like corsets, bags, dolls, toys, etc... whereas knitting is better for flexible garments.

[@maryamma9576]

​ crochet 💯

[@youthecat]

@@leelahasan3988 : Very informative comparison, thank you kindly!

[@yvonneaisi1278]

I've always wanted to knit. Found your channel by chance and so glad i did. Your explanation's so clear and easy to follow. Thank you!

[@deenaproffitt7473]

I'm a crocheter trying to learn to knit. I find your voice very calming. TY

[@SongbirdAlom]

“We need to make a slip knot.” Great, where am I gonna find 37 band members at this hour?

[@nahlak3821]

😂

[@ZombieMan1997]

😂🤣

[@caramelkisses8857]

😂😂😂😂

[@laurahardie7677]

As a major slipknot fan I must say….great reply 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🤛🏻👏🏻

[@Jamesmartens55]

I push my fingers into my YAAAAARNNNNN

[@DivineDianne]

Amazing!! I am a crocheter, and I said I would never learn to knit because I just dont get it. Here I am on my second knitting project! I've watched so many beginner knitting videos that just confuse me. You broke everything down so simply. I love your casting on method. It was the only one that worked for me because the way you hold the yarn felt like crochet almost. Thank you for these videos!

[@justasinnersavedbymercy]

I’m a crocheter and I want to learn how to knit too. There is just some patterns that you can’t make with crocheting that you can with knitting! Knitting is so much more detailed. Hopefully I can get my knitting needles soon!

[@marietheartist9113]

Fr yeah I’m a crocheted too and the way he explained things just made learning way easier 😪🤝

[@fathi_ma]

​@@marietheartist9113 is knitting and crotchet are two different things?

[@marietheartist9113]

@@fathi_ma yes knitting and crocheting are two different things knitting is with two stick and crocheting is with one hook

[@whitgarr7585]

@@fathi_ma yes! Knitting is done with two needles, whereas crochet is done with one hook. They are achieved using very different motions, and look quite different.

[@kayceegreer4418]

I love your videos because they're simple, direct, no palavering and not pretentious.

[@purplebec9112]

I'm an advanced crocheter and knitting is kind of like crochet. I've been trying to think if I should just try it or not for a while. And I found a beautiful pattern to do so I'm going to try it out. Just feeling my way with practicing first, and hopefully it all goes well. Thank you for a more detailed video on how to knit. Definitely try it out when i get my knitting needles. ❤❤❤ Edit:learning crochet defiantly helped me learned knitting, which literally took a day to figure out. Remember how people say crochet is knitting easier cousin? Well it's the other way around crochet is harder. Something personal, me and my dad have a business and I'm going to sell knitting blankets and I can't wait!

[@Ughlivi]

Me getting ready to start with my dollar store knitting tools:🥸🤓

[@et9154]

same bro

[@roses5072]

LMAO SAME THO

[@alveenaalam1595]

IM USING PENCILS LMAO

[@SarahBearahh]

@@alveenaalam1595 wait you can use pencils??

[@l3yz_w0rld]

stop i just came home from the dollar store rn

[@aslan.c0m]

Here’s me thinking I’m doing amazing then he says “TIME FOR THE REAL KNITTING”

[@gremliin_priince]

Him at the beginning: knitting’s really easy Him ten minutes in: so it’s gonna get hard now me: you son of a-

[@amy-janepinto4868]

Same 😂☠️

[@angel29086]

@@gremliin_priince right like i got stuck and came to read comments

[@celeste84]

🤣🤣🤣

[@mameemia]

lmaooooo

[@blueinkdemon]

Years and years ago I had a crochet and knitting class in school. Crochet i was able to easily pick up, but when the time came for knitting i just couldn't follow at all. The teacher was also the type of "I showed you once, that's enough. If you didn't understand, not my problem." So for years now, I had the materials to knit, but just didn't want to try again until i talked with a friend about past crochet projects. And somehow that made me want to try the knitting scarf again. And now I finally understand how its supposed to work xD So thank you for explaining it!

[@maggiegentilini6294]

After watching a couple other videos, this is by FAR the best video and easiest casting on method. I'm an experienced crocheter, so this was totally new to me.

[@gwynnechang5883]

The beggining: go faster enough talking Later: he's already finished the first row and im still on the first stich trying to get needle through

[@Icarus_doodles]

Don't get discouraged! It gets mindless as you practice

[@alexandravida934]

8:47 robber: gimmie ur money me: i know how to knit,and i think using the second needle is easy robber: *shaking with fear* understandable,have a nice day

[@cobwebssss]

LMAO-

[@Queen-ge6yw]

@Ashley Burghdoff did he stutter?

[@Queen-ge6yw]

@Ashley Burghdoff it was a joke lol im screaming-

[@Zyn_Shi]

Bruh that's terrifying Are you even human?