KnittingTutorials - How to Avoid Ladders when Knitting with the Magic Loop

A common problem when knitting in the round using - magic loop or two circular needles is laddering. This tutorial shows how to correct this problem on when using a magic loop to knit socks.
Special thanks to Denise DeSantis - Earthtones Girl for introducing me to the concept of correcting ladders using two needles.
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The featured pattern is : The Magic Heel by The Autumn Acorn.
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[@deblucero4685]

Oh my. Definitely going to try this. I have been avoiding magic loop because of laddering. What a game changer. Thank you so much for sharing this tip.

[@katiebharwani1680]

oh my gosh i love you for this i spent 2 hours trying different videos to fix my ladder issue in magic loop and this tutorial has just saved my knitting life thank you so so much

[@janedoe1234100]

Oh my goodness!!! This technique is a COMPLETE game changer for me! It totally changed the look of my sock! Thank you so much for making this tutorial!

[@christinegehlbach208]

Thank you for sharing! I feel more inclined to try the magic loop again.

[@camilasb1977]

loved this tip! worked perfect! i watched many videos and this is just the best :)

[@coz-dl5hi]

The best tip ever to avoid ladders. Thank you for sharing.

[@michellekitson5405]

Thankyou for showing this technique. I am a loose knitter as well and have bubbly ladders on both sides of my socks. I have only made four pairs so far and up to my 5th. I will see how I go. Happy New year.

[@sylvanaire]

I find that using the mini cables for the Chiaogoo needles makes a huge difference in avoiding ladders especially when you go up to the small needle sizes (2-8). The small cable that goes w/the the small needles is quite stiff & I always get ladders when I use them. You have to get the small to mini adaptors to get the mini cables to fit, but it is totally worth it. The mini cables are so much more flexible than the small ones. Then use this tip on top of the mini cables & you’re golden! 👍👍😄

[@andreamatwyshyn40]

After trying multiple methods of avoiding ladders in magic loop, your method absolutely works!! Thank you so much!!❤🎉

[@cyndylee544]

I love magic loop and I do not have that issue, but I know a lot of people do. Thanks for sharing. I love using the Chiagoo needles and love the circular cables. However, I did notice a potential problem for you and I'll share because it happened to me. You talked about turning the needles together around and then "pushing" the needle in front into position for knitting. However, from watching your video, I noticed that at times the cable would push up in an arc and then you would get it to go on through. I also noticed right at the end of that, that there was a distinct kink in the cable right at the join to the needle. Over time, that will cause the cable to break because it is bending it right at the join. Eventually it will break. It's like bending metal back and forth and eventually it breaks. That is what happened to me. SO-o-o-o-o.....instead, what I do is being careful....I pull the cord that needs to be "pulled" into position until it comes up to the needle join and then I can push it on through to the start position. I hope this is making sense to you. That way you won't be bending the cord to get it into position. I had to purchase another circular needle to replace the one I had and I learned NOT to "push" it into position and to avoid that problem. My second needle has lasted and lasted for years now with no sign of wear on it. Your cable looks to be ready to break or soon could. I hope you will consider what I've shared, as I think we all love our needles and want them to last. Again, thank you for sharing your tips in this video.

[@marjonmooj8021]

Thanks, never heard this one be. I use the traveling loop! No ladders. But your stitches travel over the two needles..

[@pharbottle]

Thank you so much for sharing this! I’m in the process of knitting a pair of socks now; will definitely give this a try.

[@barbyantha6183]

Brilliant! Thank you for this!

[@michellebabin7582]

Yesterday I saw your video but tonight I practice this technique and it is so amazing. Thank you very much

[@SnowdoniaStitches]

Game changer! Thank you so much for sharing I now have perfect socks every time! 😄🙏💕

[@sheliahuggins5721]

Thank you for this tip. I always use a 9” needle because I don’t get ladders from them but it’s not my favorite way to knit socks I prefer to use magic loop.

[@novaconetta1577]

Oh wow!! Why didn't i think of that?? I was doing hand trapeze moves to try to get the stitches close together before. Can't wait to try it.

[@Tool2370]

Thanks 4 sharing 🤗

[@Nordlicht29]

Thank you! Just tried this yesterday and it's crazy to see my first 5 rows getting those pesky ladders and the next 10 are now just smooth, not a ladder in sight!

[@knit-paper-scissors3844]

Fantastic!

[@carolulmer9568]

Great suggestion!

[@pecopecof8074]

Very good tip! Thanks for sharing!

[@elizabethcastratarocapua]

Love this tip. How do you do this with two at a time. Thank you.

[@cominghome7632]

Thank you I’m going to have to try this next time!

[@ccpperrett7522]

Brilliant!❤

[@gallosilvia585]

Amazing thanks for sharing ❤

[@sheliahuggins5721]

Awesome I love it❤

[@ennioamato5022]

I’ll try this on my next pair of socks. It seems to be easy. Thank you.

[@saraspangler890]

Thanks for the tip, I’m working on a second sock now with magic loop, but I’m having more trouble with magic loop than I do with dpns. I did a bulky weight sock magic loop, but I’m pretty sure the second sock was done on dpns.

[@knit-paper-scissors3844]

You can do it!

[@rowdyishak5635]

Thank you for this great technique ❤

[@knit-paper-scissors3844]

Glad you like it!

[@CJSGMQS]

Thank you, I really appreciate you sharing this tutorial. This technique works fantastically! No more ladders in magic loop, I am so excited.

[@bambinaforever1402]

To avoid ladders i always change the place where i pull out cable. So instead of just one place I have two places where i pull out cable. Also i do not have such a stiff cable

[@michellebabin7582]

Wowwwww

[@melanielietz]

What is that gorgeous yarn you are knitting with?!

[@knit-paper-scissors3844]

Lazy Bee Yarns - Clover Sock. She dyes yarn exclusively for us at Knit-Paper-Scissors. You can shop at www.knit-paper-scissors.com/

[@sallycunningham9608]

Where do get the pattern for that heel please😊

[@knit-paper-scissors3844]

Thanks for asking. Please visit Earthtones Girl shadow wrap heel tutorials here on KZbin. We just love her videos to learn this technique.

[@sallycunningham9608]

I also like your informative knitting video. Thank you

[@WoolRevival]

Grazie! This is my biggest pet peeve and it’s exciting to see the results. Much appreciated. 😊🧶