Knitting Short Rows (Wrap And Turn without holes!)

[@KnitWithHannah]

Are you wrapping and turning on a purl row? Here's the second video with those instructions instead: kzbin.info/www/bejne/e2SkpHapeLB8jLc Happy knitting

[@kileedo]

Of all the wrap and turn videos I've watched, yours is the first one to actually make any sense to me. Thank you for being so clear!

[@KnitWithHannah]

Hi! So glad this video set you straight. Happy knitting 🧶

[@joanhayes4103]

Thanks Hanna I have been knitting for 72 years and this is the first I came across this Is was so easy to follow you Thanks again Joan 😊

[@KnitWithHannah]

Those pesky techniques like to surprise us! Haha! Happy knitting 🧶

[@annewalley3633]

Hurrah someone who does knitting tips slowly and visually. I have now subscribed too! Thank you Hannah.

[@KnitWithHannah]

Hi Anne, so glad you liked the video. happy knitting!

[@Marooska1]

Thank you!! W&T simply explained AND how to close the gap very helpful! Thank you so much!

[@KnitWithHannah]

You are so welcome! Happy knitting 🧶

[@dianacharles2088]

Thanks

[@KnitWithHannah]

You’re welcome, Diana. Happy knitting 🧶

[@lieulam9789]

Thank you so much Hannah. Ive been knitting for 60 years and has never come across a successful wrap and turn before. Delighted with your easy to understand and see how to do it.

[@KnitWithHannah]

You are so welcome! I'm so glad it was helpful, happy knitting!

[@lesliehanna5688]

I have watched SO many videos on short rows....yours is definitely, for me, has been the best! Thank you and I’m now subscribed. Maybe the fact that I learned to knit with a group of British ladies; I was so pleased to see you knit the same way I do....

[@KnitWithHannah]

Hi Leslie! Thanks for leaving such a lovely comment. It's so good to know this video has helped you! Yes, so many styles of knitting can get confusing. :D have a great week, happy knitting!

[@fayecampbell3876]

Clear, concise instruction! Thanks Hannah. Your directions are frustration free.

[@KnitWithHannah]

Hi Faye! You’re welcome, glad it helped. Happy knitting 🧶

[@fussyrenovator7551]

Best explanation I’ve seen. Trying to improve my skills but so many KZbinrs knit Continental. I’m an English style knitter and the way you explained it made it seem so sensible and simple. Well done.

[@KnitWithHannah]

Yes, I noticed that too when I was watching a lot of videos before I started this channel. So glad it was helpful to you. Happy knitting 🧶

[@TeresaWard-s6n]

thanks so much Hannah for explaining wrap and turn so well . cheers

[@KnitWithHannah]

You’re welcome! Happy knitting 🧶

[@sandyhobbs6139]

Great teaching!! Thanks so much. I love how you explain what a short row is, etc. and all the other explanations in doing this technique. Thanks, Hannah. *grin*

[@KnitWithHannah]

Glad it was helpful! Happy knitting 🧶

[@Paddyjk8]

The *best* tutorial on wrap and turns. Love the trick about hiding the holes as well. This would have been helpful knowing years ago! Thanks so so much!

[@KnitWithHannah]

haha! i felt that too, when I learned this... why didn't I know this earlier! Knitting is full of hidden secrets. :D happy knitting!

[@zehraoksoy1137]

Just landed on your channel. This wrap and turn now makes sense. Thank you for this. Greetings from Turkey. 🌺

[@KnitWithHannah]

Glad it was helpful! Happy knitting 🧶

[@diannebogus3820]

Thanks Hannah. Short riw now looks so good

[@jesvan100]

Absolutely brilliant thank you for sharing I have been struggling with short rows and this tutorial explains it beautifully.

[@KnitWithHannah]

So glad it helped! Happy knitting 🧶

[@karentroise8584]

Thank you for your clear, concise and slow motion demonstration especially when picking up the stitches. Your so much better than other teachers out there!

[@KnitWithHannah]

Thank you Karen! such kind words, lifted my day

[@susanmeyer2353]

Will this stitch mak e a heel?

[@fujimaylor4614]

Thank you for your video! I love your W&T. Yes, it absolutely looks so nice with the way you have shown in this video. I love it

[@KnitWithHannah]

Glad it was helpful! Happy knitting 🧶

[@susanb3525]

Thank you for the wonderful tutorial. Wrap and turns always confuse me but you made it much clearer for me.

[@KnitWithHannah]

That's so great, Susan. So glad you found the tutorial worked for you. Happy knitting! 🧶

[@YvonneWilson312]

Thank you so much Hannah! You made it look so simple and straightforward - and it was! I had been *dreading* getting to that part of the shaping but I sailed through it, no holes, first time ever doing a w&t! I am so glad I found your channel!

[@KnitWithHannah]

Glad it was helpful! Congrats on your first wrap and turn! happy knitting 🧶

[@pattyreid6602]

Wow you make it look so easy

[@KnitWithHannah]

Thanks, Patty, hope you're finding it OK now too. Happy knitting 🧶

[@reanna3425]

So so glad I've found your channel! I've been knitting for a while but kind of stuck to easier patterns whereas now I'm branching out into more difficult patterns and learned how to do loads of different things through your channel! 😊

[@KnitWithHannah]

Great! so glad you found what you needed. Happy knitting 🧶

[@KarenHansenSmith]

What a brilliant trick!! Thanks for the information

[@KnitWithHannah]

Hi Karen, you’re welcome! 🧶

[@junewilliams3532]

Hello, I've been knitting for 40yrs plus but never come across wrap and turn 🤦🏼‍♀️ I had made up most of the garment but when I got to this bit I was about to abandon the whole thing but this video has been really helpful. Thank you 🧶😊

[@KnitWithHannah]

Yes, the only time I came across this in my early days was form knitting Christmas decorations, all the shaping came from wrap and turn in some patterns. Happy knitting 🧶

[@junesalmon3186]

Wow nice and easy explanation, never heard of wrap and turn before have now subscribed 😀

[@KnitWithHannah]

Cool! Thanks for the subscribe, it’s a clever trick for sure. Happy knitting 🧶

[@katym1254]

Oh this has been a big help, thank you so much!

[@KnitWithHannah]

Glad it helped, Katy. Happy knitting! 😍

[@maryannbergeron9531]

Thank you for such an easy explanation on how to do the wrap & turn. ❤️🧶

[@KnitWithHannah]

You're welcome, glad you found it helpful. Happy knitting 🧶

[@nancymarchefka3244]

Wow I have been knitting sweaters using wrap and turn but never knew this second step when you come back to the st that you wrap and turn st. Thanks so much🌺💕❤️

[@KnitWithHannah]

Hi Nancy! it's a great trick isn't it. I was so thrilled when I learned this about ten years ago. So pleased to you love it too. :D Happy knitting! 🌻

[@sandras2479]

Fantastic tutorial. Thank you!

[@KnitWithHannah]

Happy knitting 🧶

[@debbiegolightly5800]

Thank you, this video was so clear and helpful. Looking forward to seeing more video's.

[@KnitWithHannah]

Great, I’m so glad this one worked for you. 😍Happy knitting 🧶

[@charlotteeudy6236]

I am new to knitting but I have a pattern that calls for short row knitting. I feel I am ahead of myself.(ha). Thank you and I am so glad I found you. I also subscribed to you channel.

[@KnitWithHannah]

You are so welcome! happy knitting! 😍

[@jenniferleedy2706]

Thanks for the help on knitting with wrap and turning

[@KnitWithHannah]

You’re welcome, Jennifer. Happy knitting 🧶

[@jessicabarajas6706]

Thank you so much! This was so helpful! I’m new at knitting and I couldn’t for the life of me understand how to get rid of that wide space. ❤

[@KnitWithHannah]

You are so welcome! Happy knitting 🧶

[@TheHootingPirate]

Wow, it looks so smooth and polished!

[@KnitWithHannah]

It's a great hack isn't it?!

[@alisonharris1043]

Excellent Hannah thank you so much

[@KnitWithHannah]

You're so welcome! glad it was helpful, happy knitting 😍

[@ieuanrowland1647]

Thank you that was really useful

[@KnitWithHannah]

You're welcome! Happy knitting 🧶

[@MariaMartinez-kr1ub]

Thanks Hannah 🙏🏻 I loved seeing your instructions for the wrap and turn. I’ll be honest it hasn’t been my favorite shaping for knitting but you made it seem very simple and easy to use. Also I loved seeing you 😁 Maria

[@KnitWithHannah]

Hi Maria! so good to see you here. 😍Yes, wrap and turn is a bit of a faff, but it certainly works. Happy you're on your way again. Happy knitting! 🧶

[@susanholman5419]

Wonderfully, clear instructions

[@KnitWithHannah]

Hi Susan, I'm so glad this was helpful! happy knitting. 😍

[@shutupcaf]

Thank you so much for this! I’m knitting my first ever jumper and kept ending up with huge holes where the sleeves started due to W&Ping normally. You’re a life saver :)

[@KnitWithHannah]

You are so welcome! so glad it was helpful. :D Happy knitting

[@nilimagupta9648]

Thank umam l will try myself

[@KnitWithHannah]

Happy knitting 🧶🎄

[@chrisJ754]

Love your videos. Thank you.

[@KnitWithHannah]

You are so welcome! Happy knitting 🧶

[@Laranel4675]

Yes thank you

[@KnitWithHannah]

Happy knitting 🧶

[@oliverbradley4788]

Thank you for sharing this technique with us. When getting ready to knit the wrap and the stitch together, is there any difference in how you pick up the wrap if you need to purl across the row instead of knit?

[@KnitWithHannah]

Here's the video you need - It's wrap and turn on a purl row! kzbin.info/www/bejne/e2SkpHapeLB8jLc Happy knitting

[@oliverbradley4788]

Thank you so much!

[@tonibrown615]

I have wanted to add short rows to sweaters, but always had holes. I've watched a lot of videos, but yours is the only one that gave me the results I wanted. Thank you for this.

[@KnitWithHannah]

That’s great news, so glad this helped you. 🧶

[@memseaman8850]

Thanks finally it's clear

[@KnitWithHannah]

Fabulous, I’m so glad this was helpful for you. Happy knitting 🧶

[@catherine3611]

Thank you!

[@KnitWithHannah]

You’re welcome! Happy knitting 🧶

[@wencheeltervaag]

Interesting! What is the difference between wrap and turn and german short rows?

[@marilynharlow8720]

Is this the same as MDS make a double stitch? I would so appreciate a response 😊 thanks

[@KnitWithHannah]

Hi Marilyn, I'm always here in the comments, no problem. some times it will take a little longer than others. 'Double Stitch' is another term for German short rows - which is in this video. Knitting methods can be confusing with the different wording used in different styles of knitting: Double knitting, rather than double stitch, is a different method of knitting. You make a double layer of fabric, knitting the back and front at the same time as you go across the row. (Doubel knitting is also a type of yarn) Makes it nice and easy, doesn't it! Happy knitting 🧶

[@gillianbailey1331]

Love it thank you so much

[@KnitWithHannah]

You are so welcome, happy knitting! 🧶

[@robertastewart2083]

Nice! Can you demonstrate wrapping and turning on the purl side next please?

[@KnitWithHannah]

Hi Roberta, it's on my list for next time I'm filming some jargon videos. It'll be released some time before the summer I should think. :D

[@nancyreed4659]

I just have one question, if the pattern tells you to knit to the last five stitches do you do your wrap and turn on the stitch before the 5th stitch.

[@KnitWithHannah]

I’d knit until there are 5 stitches left on left hand needle, then wrap the first stitch on left hand needle and continue with pattern.

[@chrisJ754]

Do you have a tutorial on how to turn a heel?

[@KnitWithHannah]

No, I’ve not got any sock patterns or tutorials. I see you found the wrap and turn video, hope that helped! Happy knitting 🧶

[@ruthwitczak4253]

Thanks so much!

[@KnitWithHannah]

Happy knitting! 🧶

[@aperson118]

This is so helpful! Thank you!

[@KnitWithHannah]

You're welcome! so glad it was helpful, happy knitting! 🙂

[@ranias76]

great little trick ,as im left with holes .

[@KnitWithHannah]

So glad it helped you! Happy knitting! 🧶

[@dee4174]

Great! Thank you. X

[@KnitWithHannah]

So glad it was helpful, happy knitting 🧶

[@christinemurphy3120]

Thanks novice here Do the stitches you knit after the turn count as another row?

[@KnitWithHannah]

The pattern will say turn and knit back, or something like that, that’s what creates the shaping. the next written row will likely be the same stitch as you started the wrap and turn row with. Happy knitting 🧶

[@annehudson1340]

Hi, Hannah, I've got a couple of questions. 1) I didn't find the place where all your demos are collected in one place.Where is that? I did click "Subscribe" however.2) What about wrapping from the purl side of a piece of stockinette knitting? Thank you!

[@annehudson1340]

So sorry - I just spotted the KZbin video for wrap and turn on the purl row. But I would like to find the link to the PDF of your wrap & turn video. Thank you very much!

[@KnitWithHannah]

Hi Anne, great- glad you found it. Yes, the pdf is here: knitwithhannah.co.uk/demos Happy knitting!

[@GracefulDance-cs4ub]

Hi Hannah, I just found your Knitting Short Rows video and wanted to say thanks; it's so helpful, and the work is so neat. I have one question: at about 3mins 45 seconds, you "Knit across the wrap", and as I said earlier, it's wonderful, but what would I do if I wanted to continue with short rows for a while longer. Should I still "Knit across the wrap" and then continue with the short rows, or do I not "knit across the wrap" until I'm ready to recommence full-length rows? I look forward to hearing back from you.

[@KnitWithHannah]

Hi, the knit and wrap would only be knitted across if the pattern says to knit further on the next row going in the same direction. A lot of short row patterns either reduce or increase the number of stitches and continue wrapping and turning a few times to make a specific effect, but the pattern will be telling you which to do. Whenever you knit over the wrap for the first time, so the technique I suggest here to prevent the hole. Happy knitting 🧶

[@annaw2812]

Thanks for the clear instructions! I'm following a pattern that says to slipstitch and turn... is this the same as wrap and turn? If not, can I wrap and turn instead?

[@KnitWithHannah]

Yes, it’s similar, just use the technique to knit the wrap and slipped stitch together as I showed here, and it’ll be the same. The only difference I think is that the unknitted slipped stitch is on a different needle as you turn.

[@annaw2812]

@@KnitWithHannah Thank you very much! I really appreciate it!

[@swouldifshecould]

When I tried this I ended up with an additional stitch on my needle. What did I do wrong??

[@KnitWithHannah]

Hi, You could be knitting the wrap and the original stitches which would give you an extra stitch from the wrap. Hope it's worked out for you. 🧶

[@marilynharlow8720]

Not able to navigate sending a photo the pattern after starting 4 times and reading the directions over and over and watching the video I’m making progress! It’s not knowing if I should be on the knit side or purl side when making the DS? Because I am not very experienced I haven’t been aware while reading the pattern. Lento by Jonna Hietala, Sweater in LAINE Summer 2021 Thanks for your help 😀

[@KnitWithHannah]

Hi Marilyn. KZbin comments don't accept photos, but glad you're making progress now you've watched the video! Happy knitting 🧶

[@rolexk3de]

Thank YOU!!!!

[@KnitWithHannah]

You're welcome! happy knitting 😍

[@sistazknitmore]

New subscriber. Get tip. Question how do you do it for the purl side? Thank you.

[@KnitWithHannah]

Hi! Yes, good question. :D It's basically the same technique, just making sure you knit the wrap and stitch together will prevent the holes. I'll put it on my list for another video. Happy knitting!

[@sistazknitmore]

Thank you so much 😊

[@NickyLindolls]

I came to the comments for the answer to this question too!!! I’m knitting with a tiny needle and sock weight yarn. Will check the other vids on your channel.

[@sparkss1386]

If you have a second row of the wrap and turn do you still knit 2 together?

[@KnitWithHannah]

Yes, multiple wraps and turns will stop at slightly different places along the row, to give shape, so if you're wrapping and turning multiple times knit up the wrap with each repeat. Happy knitting!

[@sparkss1386]

Thank you!

[@marylovie7628]

How is it that the stitches still look knitted on Perl side when knitting in garter stitch? That’s what is happing in my work?

[@KnitWithHannah]

hi Mary, you're still making stitches in the same way, the previous stitch is being discarded to either the front, if you're purling or back, if you're knitting. So, when you're moving the needles from front to back and purling every row it will look like knitted garter stitch. This video will help explain it too: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rILQinSkl92tapY Happy Knitting!

[@marylovie7628]

Thx for ur suggestions and the link. But that does not address my problem. I’m knitting short rows and on the last return row I have very loose stitches over the t& w stitches ( the holes). Is there a way to send you a photo. I tried to tighten up and other methods and to no avail.

[@KnitWithHannah]

@@marylovie7628 I'd definitely make sure you do use the trick I suggest for returning along the next row, but it is really down to practice. Sometimes tightening actually makes the stitches bigger, because of the way the yarn carries across the row.

[@margaretchadwick8619]

Still confused as to when I knit the rest of the row.Pattern says k7 w&t 2nd row k am I just on the first 7 or straight across😤

[@KnitWithHannah]

It can depend on who's writing the pattern, as to whether the returning across the row is included in the instructions for w&t or written as a 2nd row. If you're knitting 7, then w&t, you'll need to go back across those 7 stitches. If the 'row 2' says knit 7, that's your row 2. If not, it's assumed that you've already knitted those 7. Row 3 and onward will also give you clues, depending on the pattern. You'll have a better idea of whether you're increasing in the same place again or on the opposite side for different shaping reasons. Perhaps you have different stitch patterns, like purling and ribbing for different rows too.

[@SugarandSarcasm]

This work wrap instruction I have seems a little different than what’s here. “Insert right needle between the 4th and 5th sts on left needle; k1, drawing a longer than usual st, k4, pass one strand of long st over the other 4 sts to make wrap” It sounds like a decrease and wrap, while also keeping enough yarn to make it look like I weaved/stitched it through the work.

[@KnitWithHannah]

Hi Melissa, this isn't actually a 'wrap and turn', it's a wrap so that the yarn is visible, more like a feature so that the yarn is creating the pattern, not shaping the knitting fabric, like wrap and turn does. Also it doesn't look like decreasing, as you'll have the same number of stitches by the end of the row I think. This style of feature is sometimes done by slipping stitches too, like here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jF62cnagad6IoNU Happy knitting 🧶

[@ooohlaa13]

LOVELY but what about how to Purl it? I will look and see if you show in another video! thanx

[@KnitWithHannah]

There is a purl wrap and turn video here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/e2SkpHapeLB8jLc Happy knitting 🧶

[@judithgill5105]

What does UM mean is short rowson 4 needles

[@KnitWithHannah]

Hi, Judith. I don't know. I've not come across that before. I'm wondering if it's a typo. Always take a look at the abbreviations list in your pattern - there should be a list of what the letters mean, either at the beginning or end of the pattern or if you're reading a pattern from a book it'll likely be in one big list somewhere. happy knitting! 😍

[@NickyLindolls]

Wow omg this is amazing!!!!!!! I knit wig caps for rag dolls using the shirt rows and can’t stand the little holes. This has made my work look soooo much better!!!!! Now to figure out how to do it in purl!!! 😳😅

[@KnitWithHannah]

Hi Nicky! so glad this was helpful for you. (yes those pesky holes are annoying!) Use the very similar technique when you're starting on a purl row, making sure you purl both pieces when you're on the next row.

[@candicemitrousis6979]

Do you always have to wrap and turn? I am a beginner and the pattern I am knitting just says “turn”

[@KnitWithHannah]

Hi Candice! If you just turn you’ll likely end up with a bit of a hole, wrapping avoids that. It will depend on the pattern, whether the possibility of holes are allowed for on consequent rows. But in my experience using the method in this video gives the best results. Happy knitting! 🧶

[@candicemitrousis6979]

Thank you. It is a jumper and shaping the neck, so can I guess that a hole is not so much an issue? 😉

[@KnitWithHannah]

It's entirely dependent on how you'd like it to look. But right at the side of the neck, yes it won't really show, so go for it as you are and add more abbreviations and techniques when you're ready. Hope it goes well! happy knitting. 😍

[@candicemitrousis6979]

Knit With Hannah thank you SO much. I am finding some things in the pattern a little ambiguous- well for me as a beginner. Thank you for your help and clarity 💕

[@robbieharding691]

It’s the purl row that gets the hole But didn’t show that When you need to make longer piece on back for jumper in the round

[@KnitWithHannah]

There's a wrap and turn on purl row video too: kzbin.info/www/bejne/e2SkpHapeLB8jLc hope that helps, happy knitting 🧶

[@lindapedersen2206]

This is a fantastic idea very clear instructions. However how do I avoid those holes on my knitting. The instructions say knit to last 3 three stitches then turn then I do the purl row where it then says purl to last 6 stitches then do w&t. So I never get to the first w&t. So I can’t do what you said to avoid those holes. Can you please help??????

[@KnitWithHannah]

Hi Linda, is there any point at which you'll knit across, or purl across the whole row, further along in the pattern?

[@lindapedersen2206]

@@KnitWithHannah I have never knitted like this before. Actually this is the first time I have heard of this w&t. After several rows (I am Trying g to shape shoulders) 6 rows of w&t’s row 7 knot to end knitting each wrap with its corresponding stitch. I am confused but I trying to knit a dress for my granddaughter. Thank you for your reply.

[@KnitWithHannah]

That 7th row looks like it will even everything out, so you'll not have the holes. Watch this one too, for a bit more information, so you can see wrapping on a purl row and returning on the next row: kzbin.info/www/bejne/e2SkpHapeLB8jLc Happy knitting! 😍

[@lindapedersen2206]

@@KnitWithHannah Thank you so much. I will definitely try that tomorrow. Lol night time here. I will let you know how I go. Again a big thank you.

[@joshnic2007]

Can you do a turn without wrap??

[@KnitWithHannah]

If you turn without the wrap you’ll have a hole in your work which will show itself in the next row. So a wrap is the best option. Happy knitting 🧶

[@simonneingamells5841]

Please show again

[@KnitWithHannah]

Hi Simone, please feel free to return any time! Happy knitting 😍

[@elizabethelliot1246]

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[@KnitWithHannah]

Hi! Happy knitting 🧶

[@user-dy1nb1ii7d]

Thank you- it worked! 🤗🧶

[@KnitWithHannah]

Yay! Happy knitting 🧶

[@lizanderson1805]

Thank you!

[@KnitWithHannah]

You're welcome! Happy knitting 🧶