How to Make a Crochet Bag by ARNE & CARLOS

[@mediamom27]

Long time crocheter, more recent knitter. Plus I sew clothing and quilts. Sooo grateful for Carlos' Norwegian purl tutorial. Now I knit the "Arne and Carlos" way. 🧡😊

[@thumbsup9639]

Thank you for the video. I have knit for 61 years; mostly Aran/Fisherman Knit sweaters and other garments. I have crocheted for about 50 years; mostly afghans. I prefer knitting, but enjoy crocheting for a change.

[@MargaretUK]

I learned to knit and crochet from my grandmother when I was 8 or 9, now 50 years on I find crochet easier. I love the simplicity of your bag design, thank you 👍😀

[@vivianpowell1732]

I have been knitting for 16 years now, since 2004, and I enjoy it. I crocheted several shawls and a beautiful star-shell afghan back in the 1970s. Recently I have been trying to crochet again. I am starting with adding a single crochet border around a scarf I've designed and knitted. That hasn't been a problem for me because I don't have to worry about making a chain. I knitted a selvage as I went along on the scarf, and the single crochets will be worked into the selvage stitches. My trouble with crocheting now is mastering how to start from the beginning, by making a long chain using uniform tension. I know that maintaining good tension takes a lot of practice. I don't think my left hand is as strong as it was back in the 1970s when I first learned to crochet. 50 years makes a big difference.

[@murielinez]

Meant to say that I’m now in my 70’s. Knitting and crocheting have given so much pleasure over the last 60+ years.

[@ARNECARLOS]

Great!

[@Pattiepies55]

My Dear Boys, how could anyone not like you or your tutorials ? I'm 72 and continue to learn from you xx

[@ARNECARLOS]

Never to old to learn!

[@carmenbailey1560]

Unfortunately the efforts for not using plastic has fallen to the wayside, because of the COVID-19. Sad coarse of events. Thanks for sharing our bags and inspiring us all to once again think no plastic. 👍❤️😊

[@juswannaknow9199]

Do both, learned from my grandmothers .... 70+ years later, not an expert but brings me so much enjoyment and peace. Love listening to you .... binge-watched your videos during these last few months. Thank you so much.

[@ARNECARLOS]

You are welcom!

[@murielinez]

I too do both. As a child of about 7 my Mother taught me to knit. In my early teens I taught myself to crochet and in turn taught her. Mother found crochet most suitable when travelling to work on the crowded NYC subways and knitted mainly at home. Throughout my life I have loved doing both. Using knit and crochet to create baby cardigans to afghans through to lace and decorations. I first saw you two on British television and have been a fan ever since. I trust you are now recuperated from Covid-19. Thank you for your help, your enthusiasm and your joy.

[@ARNECARLOS]

You are welcome, thank you for watching!

[@monicallaugertorrado5695]

I both knit and crochet, and I really can't understand why some people love one and hate the other. They're so similar in my opinion, and they can complement each other very well.

[@PimakhovaElena]

So, do I)). Sometimes I like crocheting more than knitting, sometimes vice-versa. But both are so cute!

[@zQoQz]

I prefer the look of stockinette stitch in knitting but I just crochet a lot faster. Knitting is definitely a lot more addicting and soothing to me although I am still somewhat a beginner (I’ve been knitting and crocheting for two years) so crochet is my preferred for more complex projects

[@joantjonahie1999]

I do both as well!

[@rachelmurguia9874]

I do love both. I love the smoothness of knitting socks which can be bulky in crochet, but when making a shawl, I use crochet for getting it done quickly and I can get a lace shawl without having to worry about dropped stitches.

[@lynnbean7200]

I can do both but I'm not good at crochet as I'm left handed and everything is back to front for me. So, I prefer knitting. I've been knitting for about 50 years and crocheting a bit for 40 but over the time my knitting has improved a lot but not my crochet. I love colourwork knitting and am mostly making fair isle blankets these days.

[@l24ryan]

I both knit, and crochet. I crochet like Arne, holding the hook overhand. I thank you gentlemen for your creativity. I'm pretty much a homebody these days, between covid and other health issues, so you've been a great comfort and friends.

[@ARNECARLOS]

You are welcome Lindsay!

[@antoinettemccollum729]

I knit, crochet, sew and embroider.... I have always enjoyed the act of creating... I learned sewing first, then crochet, and taught myself to embroider and knit many moons ago. I enjoy them all.

[@ARNECARLOS]

So do we!

[@chrisdonohoo]

I hope your health is improving day by day! You are both sorely missed by many.

[@cindinasveschuk9682]

I taught this pattern to my granddaughter, Julie, age 8! She loved it! I knit and crochet... my Yiaya taught me to crochet first, and my Mom taught me to knit! I have taught all 4 of my granddaughters how to knit first... and crochet, too!

[@jillibeens57]

I do both. I knit when I make wearables and crochet when I make afghans, rugs, placemats, etc. I've been crocheting for over 50 years but only learned to knit about 4 years ago. I love both. A few years ago, I crocheted a plant hanger using fine rope, so it could be hung outside. I ended up making many of them because everyone who saw it wanted one!

[@kaitlanroisendubh884]

I do both depending on my mood. Usually, I do afghans in crochet and knit other things, is a great way to become settled during all this COVID 19 stuff and quarantine.

[@terriclarke9026]

I'm self taught crochet watching people like yourselves on KZbin & I can knit a little (not brilliant/expert at either). My nanna (mums mum) knitted, my mum crochet's. Enjoy watching both of you on KZbin especially how fast you are crocheting & knitting.

[@alexandrarebelcrafter9328]

I’ve crocheted for 50 years but I finally learned to knit 2 years ago. I love both for different reasons. I’ve done 4 knitted sweaters, 4 pairs of knitted socks and 1 knitted shawl. I’m now crocheting your bag and knitting socks and sewing placemats!

[@ARNECARLOS]

Wow, you have been keeping busy.

[@patwagner9308]

I taught myself to crochet in July 1971 in my early 20's w/a size 1 steel hook & crochet thread. It's been a passion ever since. I started wanting to learn knitting many years ago but just couldn't get the hang of it. Everyone said to learn on big needles & big yarn. But that was so awkward for me! Then recently, a young knitter suggested I try 4.5 - 5.5mm needles & smaller yarn. I bought some 4.5 mm , bamboo, circular needles. Well ! What a difference that has made ! Now, I'm having a much easier time w/it ! I think I'm going to be able to get the hang of it now & that makes me very happy. Besides, it's so good for the brain to learn new things. I really like the look of these bags you two made. I'll probably be making some using your ideas. Thanks so much!

[@ARNECARLOS]

You are welcome and we are glad to read that your knitting is improving!

[@patwagner9308]

@@ARNECARLOS boy, I am, too! I thought I'd never get it...but smaller needles than "everyone" recommends for learning has made a huge difference in the ease of wielding 2 needles & the yarn as opposed to just 1 hook & yarn. Wow.

[@helenjharris7608]

I do both crochet for 40 years and knit as a beginner once in while. Have a joyful day.

[@ARNECARLOS]

You as well.

[@Chrisc.k]

I crochet and knit 💚 Have a wonderful week Arne Carlos and Freja 💚

[@marymcrae3051]

Hi I am a knitter and crocheter and love your podcast and the fruity knitting podcast!

[@ARNECARLOS]

Thank you!

[@sandpiperca4722]

I was a knitter first as a seven year old. I learned to crochet as a twelve year old. I knit a cable cardigan as a twelve year old and haven’t really knit more than dishcloths or baby vests since. I am a fairly accomplished crocheter. Have made many crocheted afghans. I am an accomplished quilter and needleworker. Needles to say I am busy now that I am retired. Thanks guys. Love your vids here in 🇨🇦

[@k.leetalon742]

I knit and crochet. I knit most of the time but your crochet patterns have inspired me to crochet more blankets.

[@constanzehancock8667]

I do both crochet and knit. It depends on the project. Crochet is so much faster. Crochet gives a beautiful edge to a knitted scarve, or sleeve etc. You can recycle a worn out t-shirt that you can’t part with, but it has seen its day. Adding a crocheted border gives it new live. And you helped the planet.

[@ARNECARLOS]

That is such a nice idea for recycling worn clothing items.

[@pat_in_va8605]

My grandmother gave me a little soft-cover book by Coats & Clark titled "Learn How To." It was from 1959, had a light green cover. It had instructions for Knitting, Crocheting, Tatting, and Embroidery. My sister and I used it to learn how to embroider on our jeans and chambray shirts in 1970 (It was that whole hippie thing). I kept my copy of the book with me for years. In about 1977 I started crocheting, learning from that book, a roommate, and a friend of my grandmother's. In about 1985 I taught myself to knit from that book. I also tat. The only thing I do not really do much of is sewing, though I did do a coverlet for my first child back in about 1988 on an old sewing machine.

[@blythelund6509]

I was watching your episode about crocheted shopping bag-I crochet and knit and find crocheting goes a lot faster. I hope y’all are healthy and have regained your strength.

[@sherinylund1659]

I learned to crochet as a child, I learned Hawaiian quilting over several summers in Hawaii, Arne and Carlos taught me the proper way to knit which brings me great joy and next I want to learn to sew something to wear like a dress maybe. I also have a loom and thirty balls of felted tweed yarn. Looming and sewing are on my bucket list. I never get bored with so many options and they are all good!

[@ARNECARLOS]

Hawaiian quilting sounds very interesting.

[@SandPell123]

I have been crocheting for about 42 years and just started knitting at age 52 so I have been knitting for about two years now and loving both, but I have to say that I knit more than I crochet now.

[@ARNECARLOS]

😀

[@cindinasveschuk9682]

I learned to crochet from my Yiaya (she was born in Cyprus) and my Mom taught me to knit. I prefer knitting, but crochet is fun and my granddaughters are learning all of it!

[@kiddycar16]

I am self taught on knitting and crochet. Have been always learning something knew on both for the the past 60 years.

[@ARNECARLOS]

We should continue learning new tricks.

[@ruthsmith9494]

I crochet for about 50 yrs.. I began knitting about 5 yrs ago..and still learning!!! I mostly knit socks, shawls, hats and scarves. I just began learning how to knit sweaters.

[@ARNECARLOS]

Keep up the good work and don't give up!

[@karenlombardi8242]

I taught myself crochet when I was a teenager, working in a fabric store - from a book ... so the way I hold the hook and tension my yarn is very much ingrained, but comfortable. When I taught myself knitting when I was 50, there was KZbin to help ... but was amazed at the different techniques and terms just for the mechanics of holding and working the stitches! I go back and forth between knit or crochet projects. My most recent kick has been crocheted shopping bags, totes, and small project pouches. p.s. I love watching Arne knit without looking ... that's the way I crochet! Thanks for a great show - cheers from California, USA!

[@ARNECARLOS]

You are welcome Karen, thank you for watching!

[@agnesvamos4597]

I've learnt to knit as a child in elementary school in Hungary. We all knitted a necktie for our dads. I have re-learned how to knit as a grownup from a Finnish lady. I prefer the look and feel of knitted items, however crochet is more practical for certain projects such as baskets. I have taught myself to crochet much later. Recently, I came across a crochet stitch imitating the knit stitch! The best of both worlds, the speed and firmness of crochet with a look of knits.

[@ARNECARLOS]

Neckties are a lot of fun.

[@janiceprodor3456]

I crochet only. But I love the look of a hand knit sweater, so one day......knitting could be a new skill to learn!

[@curlew-3592]

I do both knitting and crochet, but I also make lovely books now as well thanks to both of you. You inspired me to get my grandmas old hand cranked sewing machine out out of the loft and do it all up. It now sits gleaming permanently on my kitchen worktop, ready and threaded for any minute I feel like sewing a few pages together 😁🥰It started sewing perfectly first time after nearly 50 years in various lofts.

[@ARNECARLOS]

That is amazing, we are glad you are making art journals.

[@sheliamiracle5855]

I'm a knitter. I picked up my needles after a very long time. I used to read a lot but reached a point where I couldn't read anymore. I chose to try knitting again and fell in love all over again! I'm still a beginner after 6 years but that's okay with me. I'm slow because of arthritis but I keep trying. Since I started watching your quarantine KAL, I decided to also try crocheting. I discovered I can crochet too! Not much, just s little bit. So I can do both now. Through the encouragement I got from your videos, I'm now concentrating on quality of my work as far as the tension goes. You make it all seem so easy to try any of the patterns and if i make a mistake just don't worry. Ty both so much!

[@ARNECARLOS]

Yes, you should be enjoying the work and not be to focused on getting it perfect. 😀

[@serafinalewan698]

I just turned 52 in February. I started knitting in January and have spent many hours on youtube during the quaratine watching knitting videos. I am hooked. I do want to learn to crochet though as my Sicilian grandmother was an all star in both crocheting and embroidery. Arne and Carlos I really have enjoyed watching your channel and so glad I found it. (Well that is one good thing that has come from lock down for me.). Have a great weekend. Oh and both of you have such good English!

[@ARNECARLOS]

Thank you Serafina and we are glad you found us too!

[@christinel6265]

I do both too. I've loved knitting for the last 40 years but this year ... after spending the initial lockdown with you doing your daily knitted charts, which was a joy to complete, I decided to teach myself how to crochet with the help of your tutorials and have become addicted, but I still value and enjoy my knitting. So 'thank you' both for all your help. 😍 Christinengland

[@ARNECARLOS]

You are welcome, thank you for watching and congratulations on mastering crocheting!

[@judycurtis44]

I use to just crochet for years but decided to try to learn knitting by joining a knitting group at a library in Proctor, Vermont. I fell in love it!!! So now I go back and forth and love them both equally. Thanks for all you do for us. Judy in South Carolina.

[@ARNECARLOS]

We are glad you find joy in both of them!

[@francesjackson2511]

Thank you for your instructions. You are always so interesting and helpful. I learned to knit and crochet as a small child, back in the 1930's. To save you doing arithmetic, I'll be 90 next week. I learned to sew and embroider too. I find all kinds of needlework enjoyable and relaxing... except one. For me, tatting is finicking and frustrating and downright exasperating. Once long ago I tatted a lace edging for a handkerchief. it took a year. I gave it to my grandmother, and found a new home for my tatting shuttle.

[@ARNECARLOS]

Happy 90th birthday Frances!

[@elizabethlewis7736]

Do I crochet or knit? Neither, i quilt! I just love sitting and having tea with you.

[@murielinez]

I knit, crochet and quilt but you’re right nought better than sitting down with them for a cuppa.

[@kathygates1955]

I recently came back to knitting and crochet after watching your videos in February. I am not a fast knitter or crocheter. Thank you for the wonderful videos of your garden and all the tutorials. :)

[@ARNECARLOS]

You are welcome, thank you for watching!

[@bozviolin]

I do both knit and crochet. I started with crochet and then knit later in life. Thank you for this bag. I love them

[@ARNECARLOS]

You are welcome.

[@sunshineondfg8239]

l am both a knitter and crocheter, I live in South Australia so is winter now and can be quite cold no snow though. Just finished knitting beanies and mittens for my grand daughters , so thanks for the crochet bag inspiration

[@ARNECARLOS]

You are welcome!

[@Lola.2248]

I knit and crochet however, I prefer the look of knitting. I hope you both are well and enjoying time in your garden. On the lake! See you next week!

[@jenniferbarrett3272]

I am mainly a life long knitter, but I like to crochet once in a while. I am currently making the Primrose blanket while knitting socks for my kids and sweaters for my grand baby due in November! Variety is the spice of life a d easier on the old joints! Love the bags. I am going to try making one- so many projects, so little time!

[@susansstudio267]

I knit and crochet both. Enjoy them both. Love your videos. Thank you. ❤️ Glad you are feeling better.

[@evergreen7981]

I also knit and crochet. As I don't like the typical look of crochet so much, I have also learned tunesian crochet. There are so many beautiful options! 👌 Would by the way be perfect for a tote bag as well, as it is really sturdy. 💪

[@journeyspastlightahead1606]

I crocheted when I was younger than quit. Since just before covid because I retired, started up again and have made many items to date. I’ve never learned to knit, however seems it’s my next project to learn as I love the outcome or look of the items made. Thanks 😊 for your inspiration of sharing your love of knitting, even crocheting. I loved the bags

[@pearlcook597]

I knit, crochet , sew, embroidery, tatting, anything yarn, string, love it all, even other crafts! Painting drawing.

[@ARNECARLOS]

Very crafty!

[@laurelstieg9375]

I love those easy bags.I crochet and I hve to tell you I was a thrower foer years and now I can say I am a Norwegian knitter.thank you so much for teaching me that skill.So now I am diving into lace work and have done some of your colorwork. I sew and embroider and do beadwork.theo only thing left is weaving on a big loom and spinning..😁I can paint too...always busy..and like Arne I love being outside with tools building.Anyway enough of that..big hugs from Milwaukee ❤I just love you guys.🤗🧶🧵🎨🧩🎣

[@ARNECARLOS]

Good luck!

[@judythomas685]

Both. Knitting in winter and crochet in summer. I adore both. x

[@barbarastevens9584]

I mostly Crochet, for me it is easier, I can knit but it has been a long time since I have knitted. Love to Crochet...Love you tutorials and your stories.

[@ARNECARLOS]

You are welcome, thank you for watching.

[@olgareads9107]

Learned both years ago from my grandma, knitting continental style. Prefer knitting. But love these bags; will definitely make some for my shopping. Be well my friends.

[@ARNECARLOS]

We are better, thank you Olga!

[@tamieneal2343]

Hi Arne and Carlos from Central Ohio. I knit, crochet, sew, and cross stitch. I learned to crochet from my mom that crocheted doilies and table cloths and years later I taught myself to knit by reading books. I like both for different reasons and equally. I sew masks and project bags and clothes and cross stitch is another form of relaxation. I love your accents and wish your videos were longer just to hear you talk!

[@ARNECARLOS]

Thank you Tamie! You can watch some of our podcasts, they are about 1 hour long.

[@strandfarm]

I learned to crochet while stationed in Okinawa. A few years later I took a knitting class in North Carolina but found it too slow. Fast forward 25+ years and I taught myself to knit and love it. Stopped crocheting after I started knitting. Now, I do both all the time.

[@ARNECARLOS]

It is good that you make time for both!

[@TheTincry]

Thank you for all your tutorials! I love this funny bag! I love crochet and I love knitting.

[@culinarygurly987]

I love doing both. I started knitting with my Very British Nan when I was 8. I actually didn't crochet until I was an adult. I worked in a nursing home and the ladies had to do hand therapy so they would crochet and they taught me. I learned Norwegian knitting from you guys the past year, made my knitting life so much easier

[@ARNECARLOS]

We are glad our tutorials have been helpful!

[@culinarygurly987]

Yes and everyone I talk to that wants to learn something with knitting I send them to your youtube. From socks to Norwegian style, to finishing garments. I copy you KZbin link and I send them to you because you guys are so thorough and professional about it obvious to anyone viewing you love what you do and your craft. I just hope you guys are healthy and well and keep enjoying what you do because your work is beautiful and your teaching is awesome.

[@culinarygurly987]

And you make me wanna move to Norway lol

[@lindawellinghoff5432]

I do both. Learned to knit first. Sooo crochet was easy. Love them both. The bag is so nice. Thanks

[@cathyellis248]

I knit and crochet, but have done crochet the most. I will be making your shopping bags. They are so lovely. Thank you both! Love what you do! Hugs from Sweden!

[@ARNECARLOS]

Thank you Cathy!

[@mariae9584]

I learned both knitting and crocheting and I'm glad I did because they produce a unique look. If I were to make a sweater, I prefer the look of knits and if I were to make a hand bag, I use crochet.

[@ARNECARLOS]

👍🏻

[@debrawortman1712]

I do both, but I tend to gravitate more toward crochet. I love the simplicity of hook and yarn. I had always thought that knitted garments drape better, but some current crochet garment designs are very beautiful and wearable.

[@alisonbainbridge1735]

My mum taught me to knit and crochet at around 13. I didn't like or understand crochet until I did a 4 day free form workshop with Prudence Mapstone a few years ago. Then I understood the construction of stitches so much better. Also i was holding the hook wrong for me. In my 50's I now teach crochet! Knitting is still my first love but it depends on how I feel as to which project I will work on. It's a cold winters day here perfect for working on my many project. Stay safe and well...you have brought me great joy and inspiration.

[@ARNECARLOS]

Thank you Alison!

[@dorindacontreras1094]

I knit and crochet 🧶😍 I love to do both and I do all kinds of handicrafts. I love it all! I find knowing both helps me with both knitting and crocheting.

[@ARNECARLOS]

Great

[@dianah2739]

I do both! It is fun to have multiple projects going using knit and crochet for variety. I have been practicing Norwegian knitting and I really like it--especially for the purl stitch! I am working on my muscle memory and getting better at it. Thanks!

[@dvines972]

I learned to crochet first and later learned to knit. I found knitting much easier to work an even gauge. Love to do both, but I knit more than crochet. Hope you are both doing well and that your health is much better. I do miss seeing your daily videos. Thank you for sharing your knowledge with all of us.

[@ARNECARLOS]

You are welcome!

[@annahanley5106]

Love the bags. I knit and crotchet - love making summer tops in a lace crotchet, and enjoy knitting fall and winter garments

[@peggyd3643]

I have knit for almost 60 years so am a good knitter. I can crochet but am not as proficient at it nor do i do it very often. This would be a fun project. I know that crochet is better for some things so will use it when it is best.

[@ARNECARLOS]

That is a good theory!

[@lucianaferreira8998]

I knit and croche both and I love following you while I am doing my job. You are perfect in every way! Kisses from Brazil!

[@ARNECARLOS]

Thank you Luciana!!

[@carolynveith9167]

I taught myself to knit and crochet when I was 17. I still do some crochet, but mostly knit now since crochet activates a bit of arthritis in my right hand. I have tatted, but only one design (a snowflake) several times. I actually do anything with fiber, including quilting, but the two main thing I do are knitting and full-coverage cross stitch landscapes. I also do other crafts and always have at least 3 or 4 ongoing projects so I can alternate them when I get tired of what I am currently doing. I love these bags! I keep shopping bags handy and use them on every grocery run.

[@ARNECARLOS]

Do you do your own landscape designs?

[@slhouze]

I both knit and crochet and enjoy creating projects using either.

[@ARNECARLOS]

Great.

[@slhouze]

😊🥰

[@beverlyjames2850]

Both are fun. You taught me Norwegian knitting technique and it’s so much faster and ergonomically better for my hands! You guys are wonderful!

[@ARNECARLOS]

Thank you Beverly!

[@mizztab3677]

I knit and crochet. I taught myself both from books. What really changed crochet for me was finding a book on chain-free crochet aka foundation crochet.

[@britdowson8324]

I like to knit and crochet. Variety and a change of tension is a good thing.

[@77sun222]

Hello ArneCarlos These bags are wonderful. Hope you two are still keeping safe.

[@hedwignl8118]

I do both .., knitting and crocheting 🧶. Knitting for sweaters and cardigans, crochet for bags, blankets, scarfs. Or I mix it all up together! Just love working with my hands and yarns. Collecting yarns is a total different hobby than actually using them too. 🤪

[@ARNECARLOS]

haha, that is very true.

[@cherylsimpson8983]

I started with crochet but about 10 years ago my friend taught me how to knit. This past winter I slipped and fell on ice a broke my wrist and couldn't do either for a while. Now I'm finally back to both with minimal pain. Yea! I love your bags! I have knitted a couple for myself and now plan to do some crocheting. I'm also like you having totes in my car for shopping. Have to save our world in any way we can.

[@ARNECARLOS]

oh my, we hope you are a lot better.

[@302sparkette2]

Both! Glad to hear you both are getting better! Hugs

[@luciebacon4960]

I do both! I’have learned knitting first t the age of 8-9 years old and then i have discovered crochet. I love both. Lucie from Québec, Canada

[@ARNECARLOS]

Thank you Lucie.

[@MomInFlyOverZone]

I do both. Grew up crocheting with my Italian Nona and then as an adult i learned to knit.

[@ARNECARLOS]

😀

[@maemak6182]

I do both because some things look better knit and some look better crochet. It good to have both skills so you can create more!!

[@ARNECARLOS]

That is so true.

[@margaretblair9340]

I only knit at this time. I used to crochet over 40 years ago, but got tendonitis from doing so much. Taught my daughter and two sons to crochet. I love, love knitting. Everyday, all day long. Just a quick note, hope you guys are getting better, it's been awhile since we have heard from you. (other than a comment here and there on facebook) Hugs sent your way

[@meshamybelle]

I learned to crochet when I was young. I recently decided to challenge myself and learn to knit. That’s how I found your channel 😀 I found your Scandinavian style to be the easiest to learn since the way the yarn is held is similar to what I am used to from crocheting.

[@ARNECARLOS]

That is a great challenge!

[@gwyncorneliusjensen4674]

Good Day from MT. I knit, crochet, tat &net. Plus sew & quilt.

[@mindaheidenreich1607]

I started out with crochet - many, many blankets! - but I now spend most of my time knitting. Love this crocheted bag, though! Hope you are feeling better, Carlos.

[@ARNECARLOS]

We are feeling a lot better.

[@lauraloper3740]

I crochet mainly, but I’m learning how to knit thanks to you guys!! Thank you!!

[@ARNECARLOS]

You are welcome!

[@jacquiwilson1483]

Hello Arne and Carlos. Hope you both making a good recovery from covid 19. I.m 80% knitter 20% crocheter. Knitting is what gets me up in a morning. Love your podcasts. Thank you. Lol Jacqui x UK

[@ARNECARLOS]

You are welcome and have a nice day!

[@kellywest2820]

Both, I learned to crochet first at 10 years old, and knit at 18. I think because I was a crocheted first, that is why I knit continental. I hold the crochet hook and knitting needle in my right hand the same way basically. And hold the yarn in my left hand basically the same way. Keep healthy and as always, thank you for sharing!

[@ARNECARLOS]

Thank you!

[@Chrisesparkle]

I knit but find tension problems with crochet. That said, I will try to do the bag. I have seen some amazing work combining both which is inspiring. Best wishes for a speedy recovery.

[@pelodarame8955]

Hey, guys! I do both Knit and crochet. And I had learned the first stitches in both techniques with my father. Kiss kiss! ****

[@misscarr3286]

I do both but my knitting has always been at the beginner stage. That is until I found Arne and Carlos. They and those that have shared their projects have inspired me. I made a block in the knit along and it was awesome! Now my plan is to knit a pair of socks. As to making the bag, I'm going to try out both but crocheting will go much quicker.

[@Tinacrafts2]

I do both but currently enjoying knitting more. So peaceful watching you on my sunny 🌞 Sunday afternoon in Ohio. Fond of you both 💕

[@malinmattsson87]

I am a knitter but I do crochet just like borders around blankets and things and one shawl pattern. Fore me it is so that I am more interested in knitting and have always been so it comes easy to me 🙂

[@sigrid45mb]

Jeg strikker, hekler, syr og broderer, og jeg gleder meg over hver video fra dere. Det å se og å høre på dere er balsam for sjelen. Takk for at dere er der og at dere er villige til å dele. 👵🤗🥰💖

[@ARNECARLOS]

Takk for at du ser på!

[@dyannevandenheuvel3511]

I do both. I learned to knit from one Norwegian grandma and to crochet from my other Norwegian grandma. Thinking about this makes me smile.

[@kimwatts5750]

Hi Arne&Carlos, Love your bags😀 I am a knitter, and I can crochet, I also like sewing and making garments and bags , I will have a go at making anything:) Also love cross-stitch KimX😘

[@carolcobb8368]

Both crochet and knit. As well as combining them is so fun. If you learn tension you can learn both. I know did not learn to knit for years after my grandmother taught me to crochet

[@ARNECARLOS]

Thank you Carol!

[@annetteferrari8093]

I agree with Arne! Take a break and switch it up! Realized this while knitting the quarantine pillow - all of my colorwork was done in duplicate stitch - a great break from constant knitting. Love to knit, crochet, and do needlework. Right now, I'm making these market bags to plow through my cotton yarn and empty another box. Thanks for your great ideas! ;-)

[@ivesort9677]

I knit and crochet and have so enjoyed your lessons all summer. Thank you so much. You have helped me keep my sanity during "sheltering."

[@ARNECARLOS]

We are glad to be of help!

[@ivesort9677]

@@ARNECARLOS Miss you. Have gone back and listened to older videos. Hope you are getting better. Looking forward to someday visiting a class you will give in the USA.