Learn to Knit the Shadow Wrap Heel

In this technique video I take you through the steps and stitches used in knitting the Shadow Wrap short row heel.
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[@sarahdavies8900]

triplets, twins and mother's left leg/right leg.... but I understood it all lol thankyou for this great tutorial!!!

[@albertataleb696]

Thank you for your excellent teaching I’m 92 years old and learned something new 😊

[@PurlTogether]

You are so welcome!

[@vivienne8656]

This is the best heel. No counting, no gaps and so neat. I've just used it for the first time. I find it hard to believe I'll use another. Thanks so much🥰

[@cheryllitzinger5076]

This is bar none the best explanation I’ve seen of Shadow Wrap heel! So simply explained ❤ Thank you so much

[@krisvanallen]

When starting the contrast color, I shove the tails down into the center of the sock

[@dawneschuk4221]

Your explanation and demonstration is wonderful. Clear and easy to follow. I love how there are no holes or gaps to deal with in the shadow wrap heel that you have demonstrated. Thank you for your video!!

[@judithburke3637]

Thankyou so much so clear I gave up on the fish lips could not work it out this looks fab

[@bags-by-carol]

I so love when I go looking for a tutorial and I see that you’ve done one for it!! ❤ Like Jana visits every time I need a new skill refresher. Thanks!

[@deblucero4685]

I have just learned to make socks and had to pay attention on the heel which row I was on. In the process of doing a sample heel using this technique and finding it so much easier. Thank you so much for this video.

[@barbmckinlay3400]

I discovered this heel through Denise and haven’t used another heel since. I like that you aren’t limited to 56, 64, or 72 stitches and it’s easy. Great closeups and explanations, Jana. 👍🏻👍🏻.

[@marynolan6627]

Me too!!

[@annahill-dombrowski1473]

I as well had problems. This is now my go to for this heel! I’m so excited now 🎉🎉😊❤

[@dianelakata1308]

Me too!! There is also a “modified shadow wrap heel”. I think I will combine the two as an experiment.

[@shelleysmith4017]

I just had to pop in to thank you. I found your video a little while ago and enjoyed it. I have finally got in gear and made a pair of socks using the shadow wrap heel. Thank you for the video, it was incredibly helpful. Your instructions and video were clear and easy to follow. I made these socks to give to a gentleman who owns a woodland and makes the most amazing bowls and things. I asked if he could make me a yarn bowl and he had no idea what they were so I sent him pics of various styles. He made me one and he had such fun doing it he gave it to me for free as it gave him a new line of things to make and sell. It was kind of him to do and as a thank you, he now has a pair of warm woollen socks to work in the woods or the out building. A win/win all the way around I think. So thank you again!

[@js62pster]

I have not knit socks yet but this looks fantastic! I am getting my magic loop needles delivered today and cannot wait to cut my teeth with this gusset method. Thank you 😊

[@jeannettecordell5509]

I have finally found the perfect heel when you want a contrast heel! Thank you so much! Just used this technique for the first time and it came out perfect.

[@hollyjobitner3285]

Throughout my self taught knitting experience of knitting 2 at a time, sew as you go on my flat bed machine, knitting in the round, and now onto my Dean and Bean CSM this is the easiest toe/heal I’ve ever seen for hand knitting. Thanks so much for clear and conscience instruction. I wish I would have seen this years ago.💙

[@ibriggie]

Wow! Yet again, another phenomenal tutorial!! You might make me leave gussets in the dust! Thanks!

[@sabineweyer2283]

I have just finished my very first sock heel according to your tutorial. And I am really happy with the result. No stichmarkers and no counting needed, just knitting. Although I was very intimidated to knit the sock heel, I had so much fun at the end. Looking forward to my second sock! Thank you so much for charing this great tutorial with us 👍

[@OONZdesign]

Hi Jana! So happy I found your channel! I am a beginner knitter and your explanations are helping me so much! Thank you!!!!❤

[@lauramissy7492]

She's awesome!

[@OzarkGypsyknits]

After years of the simple wrap & turn heel ( I don't even remember where I learned it ) and occasionally having to "go back" and tighten up some holes with an extra thread at the end - I am completely IN LOVE. I work toe-up freestyle 99.7% of the time using a formula I put together years + ago, but this makes a much more secure heel. Video was easy to watch- clear, precise and instructional! I will be watching more and I subscribed!

[@donnaokeefe6463]

Yes it makes sense. Thank you for keeping your work in the frame so we can see it

[@g.llewellyn6088]

I have been knitting this for some years now and love it, perfectly easy and looking pro.

[@pamelasertich9850]

Great description, especially for newer knitters. I’m looking for the strongest heel because my son wears them out

[@angryghost2654]

I've made seven socks in my whole life (christmas stockings don't need pairs) and for every one using the wrap and turn I've had to try the heel at least three times.... I got this on the first attempt!!! I am never going back thank you so much!!!!!!

[@cruisepaige]

Oh goody I want to try it. I love Jana, she can TEACH! Fish lips kiss did not work for me.

[@asapalm7150]

Super nice! Thank you ❤ will knit this heal in my next pair of socks 🎉

[@jessys9868]

Great video! Everything is so clear and easy to follow. I will definitely try it on my next pair of socks.

[@sonjanordahl3158]

OMG! That is the best explanation and memory aid I have ever seen for the Shadow Wrap heel.

[@PurlTogether]

Wow, thank you!

[@nikkoalschreck8938]

Oh my goodness. I love how this looks! Thank you for this video. It's amazingly well done!

[@splibragirl]

This was so clear! I think the colors helped to give me the visual I've been missing to feel more confident to make more socks! Thank you for your help!

[@pattyallen1994]

I loved this vid. I make socks all the time and I’ve been using German Short Rows for my heels but no matter how careful I am, I usually seem to have a gap on each side of my heels. Then I have to sew up that gap afterward so I will definitely try this new way (after I watch it a couple times more) while I’m knitting. Thank you for making it look easy.

[@lydia7061]

Wat een mooie stevige hiel. Heel hartelijk dank voor het patroon👍👍

[@thatonegirlthatcanneversleep]

I decided to make a friend of mine (who also has large feet like I do) a pair of socks for her birthday. The heel instructions in the pattern made the tiniest heel turn I've ever seen on a sock? The heel was so shallow there was no way either of us would have been able to get our foot into the sock properly. So, after doing the heel 2 different ways I tried for the third time, this method. The third time is definitely the charm!!! The heel is perfect and I'm so pleased with how it looks!

[@Livinglifeoffgrid]

This is a fabulous tutorial. I love that you have the camera focused up close to your work. It makes it easy to see how you are working the stitches. Thank you for your tutorial.

[@knit_bear]

I can't wait to try this, thank you so much 💕

[@marymacpherson3683]

Loved this video. I’m going to use this technique with all my sock knitting.

[@rrene5431]

Thank you Jana! So well explained.

[@shonawarwick3259]

You are always so clear and concise. Thank you so much.

[@christi4169]

I love the way you teach!!!

[@yarnmotivated-joyceswensso9744]

You did a wonderful job. I'm saving this one!

[@cheryljames8595]

You are an excellent teacher. TY

[@52Peg]

Such a great explanation! Thank you.

[@lindaw505]

Thank you Jana - another great tutorial 😊

[@abbyblackburn6326]

You give me confidence to try new things and they work, thank you

[@Tiger-Creations]

I've been knotting for 2 years. And have 7 sets of socks under my belt. This is the first time I'm doing something other than a heel flap and gusset. Love the explanation and the view of the camera, I can see every detail as you explain. Will definitely be trying it again. Thanks so much!

[@StarCrossedWastland]

Great tutorial. Excited to try

[@virginiamagann]

I really liked your demonstration...thanks.

[@kevinorr6880]

I like the shadow wrap because I can remember it. I did purchase the FLK, but didn’t know what the difference was. Thank you.

[@cindymswyo]

Great video, very clear instructions! Thanks so much.

[@deannaneedlenhookburrow5421]

As always, very clear, easy to see and understand. Thank you so much 💓

[@Margaretjhills]

Best instructor!!

[@Melanie-Jay77]

Great tutorial as always!!! I love your shawl!!!

[@georgil554]

Definitely going to try this heel. Thanks

[@karenswenson1204]

Thank you for this great tutorial! This is easy to understand.

[@zananna]

Thank you so, so much for this tutorial! As always, your directions keep things clear and simple, and I was able to finish my sock without it being a stressful situation. I love how seamless the finished sock looks! You're the best, thank you again!

[@ellenfuller4393]

Thank you for this information. I'm definitely going to give this a try on my next sock!

[@lulynnfoster8011]

I just knitted this heel! Thank you for an easy to memorize heel! Love it!

[@gayecairns7904]

Thank you Jana! This is a very clear and easy to follow tutorial. This looks like an interesting method for turning a heel.

[@PurlTogether]

Glad it was helpful!

[@christineborgatti3760]

Perfect timing. I need to start a Christmas stocking and I use a short row heel. I always need to look up how to do it.

[@phf3238]

Great explanation. Thank you very much

[@claudiam5358]

This was a perfect tutorial!!

[@robinspicher2924]

Wow! I am anxious to try this heel on my next pair of socks. I think I'm going to love this. Thank you!

[@melindapearson295]

Thank you for a WONDERFUL video for a newbie!!!!!!!!!!

[@DianaL647]

Thank you! Yours is the first video I truly understand on this type of heel. Mothers and twins and triplets, and thirds and high in steps .... thank you for the confidence to try these again.

[@alissarice9725]

Absolutely the best tutorial and my favorite heel to make!

[@katialambrechts2617]

Thank you Jana! This is a very clear and easy to follow tutorial.

[@lynee8476]

This is my favorite method! Quick fast and easy thank you!

[@kathywarburton2196]

Beautiful heel, I must try it!

[@Sommer-xw8my]

One of the best easy explanation. Thanks a lot.

[@bonniehall3194]

Thank you Janna. Very clear instructions. I will try on my next socks. Just did FLK Heel on current pair.

[@elizabethraworth64]

Perfect timing ! Thank you. I have sock heels to do this afternoon. I am going to try this.

[@erinholman4959]

WOW. This was so, so clear and exactly what I needed. Thank you, thank you so much!

[@carolyncibik8429]

great demonstration!

[@giyoungpark2266]

Love your shadow wrap. I learned a lot. Thank you.

[@PurlTogether]

Glad it was helpful!

[@AntW11]

excellent video, thank you for posting👍

[@Knithappenswithpam]

I will have to try this heel. Thank you.

[@susanphillips7211]

Love your videos. Clear and precise.

[@PurlTogether]

I appreciate that!

[@niftythriftybits3727]

I have been using this method most often recently and love how the socks look. You did a great tutorial as always!

[@cruisepaige]

I want to go back from The heel flap to short rows but mine always have holes. Going to try this method. I will do a few practice/baby ones w/ cheap yarn and then try w the good stuff. Love you Jana!!

[@subellekazooti9589]

Great tutorial. Thank you!

[@annahill-dombrowski1473]

You are my hero!!! I love the look of the shadow wrap heel and have watched others do it, but your instructions are the only ones that make sense 🙏🏾🥰❤️

[@Knits-WIPs-N-Chains]

I thought I had tried a shadow wrap heel once but it wasn't this. I will definitely give this a try. Thank you for this.

[@beverleyedge8262]

Just done your heel it fantastic thank

[@knitlover1]

I love this method. Thank you for this excellent, clear tutorial that is very easy to follow!

[@loretta4]

Perfect! Just perfect as all your videos! I knit the heel straight away, no tinking, no frogging, no sweat! If I had all the money I wanted I would give you half 😉💙 for all you do for us! Thank you!

[@christineborgatti3760]

My new favorite heel. I wish I could remember how to do it but I can always rewatch this video.

[@teljnyazhka]

Awesome method and thank you for a clear and detailed tutorial P.s. love the colour combinations

[@nanastevens4094]

Can't wait to try this. Off to dig out some sock yarn and do this

[@ecoknitty]

Amazing. Want to try it with my next socks' project! Thank you!

[@pennycasey1166]

So clearly explained! Thank you🙂

[@PurlTogether]

Glad it was helpful!

[@theastewart6721]

Very nice heel. Interesting technique! Your instructions were very clear. Thanks for sharing with us.😊😊

[@dorothyrushforth888]

Thank you for a very clear video. You’ve taken the fear out of the shadow wrap heel for me.

[@stevepalko1945]

Thank you for sharing this Janna. I tried this and I like doing this style of heel on socks. You made this very easy to follow and very clear instructions. Thank you for sharing.

[@thechosenvoice3472]

Thank you! I adore your videos :)

[@nicolasmith1460]

This is the best shadow heel video. ❤️

[@PurlTogether]

Thanks so much!

[@marisoldevilla1]

Great! Very nice heel! Than you very much from Spain

[@jacobashepherd3397]

Thank you so much for this tutorial, on the heal . This is so nice and it looks so good , easy to do and a great explanation 👍

[@PurlTogether]

Glad it was helpful!

[@user-pd1wx2zp8o]

You have a wonderful way of explaining this.....thank you I just learned a new heal technique

[@atsukorichards1675]

An excellent tutorial. Very clear to understand. Thank you!

[@PurlTogether]

Glad it was helpful!

[@ihesharema]

Soooo informative ☺️ thanks so much!

[@PurlTogether]

Glad it was helpful!

[@lynnejones3525]

Thankyou so much for this lesson It made perfect sense to me and I'm now turning heels with a smile on my face. I say "Magic" everytime I do one

[@irenephillips1523]

This heel looks so nice im going to try this for my next sock

[@colleendraper4520]

Thank you thank you! This tutorial is the best I looked at when wanting to learn to do 2aat! It’s a game changer for my sock knitting! Much appreciated for this clear concise and easy to follow video! ❤

[@annelaws800]

That was great! Psyched myself up, watched this video and got my heel done! Quick and clean! Thank you.

[@gayecairns7904]

Thanks Jana. I learned a lot from your fabulous tutorial.

[@PurlTogether]

Thank you so much!