My First Big Comfy Knit Sweater

The My First Big Comfy Sweater is a great first sweater pattern for beginner knitters.. With a few basic knitting skills, you can make this fantastic sweater for you or a loved one. It's cozy but it's also stylish. And with the combination of a free written pattern and my video tutorial, you should find it fairy simple to make this beginner knit sweater.
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[@flipvids04]

Marley is a BOSS! knits without looking and talking to camera! Goals

[@crystalsmith2990]

I really like this lady! She's really upbeat and happy. She does a few things different, but she really knows her stuff!

[@MarlyBird]

+Crystal Smith well, you made my day! Thank you so much!

[@pennykobernusz5289]

I like the way Marly shows the different methods of knitting and purling, going back and forth between them. Thank you for a great lesson.

[@MarlyBird]

thank you.

[@Laurabeth9999]

you have become my new knitting guru. You are the first person who has been able to explain everything on the pattern to make it understood!

[@fuzzylimefairy]

I can crochet up a storm but was NEVER able to knit till I watched this video! OMG! I can knit. I have watched hundreds of knitting videos with no luck. The way you teach is simple and to the point. I am so glad I came across yours. I cant thank you enough. What a great Christmas gift.... to finely learn to how to knit.

[@tammi67able]

Congratulations that’s the way I feel too

[@dianelap67]

Thanks Marly, I've been knitting for over 70 years now and I'm still learning new things from you. My mom taught me when I was very young, and because I was sitting in front of her and watching her I now knit backwards lol...I tried other ways and for me at my age I'm going to stick to my old ways. You are doing a great job as a teacher for all the young knitters out there, keep up the good work. And also I love your mom, such a good sense of humour you are lucky to have her in your life.

[@xhilr8on523]

Really appreciate your help.

[@soulsisterssurvivorssister8463]

I absolutely love your teaching style. please don't stop making videos.

[@LindaCBMediaGroup]

Just watched this tutorial for the first time, love it. I'm going to make it for my first "full" sweater. I will need to shorten the length of the body, as tunic style sweaters bunch up when a person is in a wheelchair. Being able to knit and crochet my own will allow me to wear fashionable sweaters again. Thanks for all your tutorials and podcast, I've been learning a lot from them.

[@LindaCBMediaGroup]

One of the biggest helps is the section on seaming it up. It's one part the can really stress out someone who's new to making knitted and crocheted garments.

[@gabeferreira2841]

I love this woman, beautiful tutorial , teaches the right way and I love how you explain the pattern cuz I stink at reading patterns and I wish I could understand it , I think crochet is even worse to understand, thank you , hope to see more beautiful tutorials like this

[@deborahholtgentry1200]

I learned more in these 49 minutes than in the last 50 years about knitting. Thank you for the basics!!

[@MarlyBird]

+Deborah Holt Gentry wow, that is a huge compliment! Thank you.

[@margauxwolson4226]

Loving Marly! Wish I had a knitting buddy like her. She’s so knowledgeable and makes everything seem really easy.

[@nogaly123]

I wanted to say thank you. You are amazing. It's the first time that there's a video that actually explains how to do both sleeves and no just saying "do the other sleeve exactly the same", without actually showing the process. It helped me so much. So thank you very much!.

[@peaches2766]

Just finished my great sweater ! Thx Marly!! This yarn is great, too bad n sad they discontinued it. Grr. Thinking about trying it again making it shorter and more great practice- knitting n sewing together .

[@beverlymccall7575]

Gathered my supplies. Will soon begin by swatch to determine gauge.

[@annaray5169]

I'm new to knitting, been a crocheter for 37 years but watching you has made it easy to learn. Thank you for the videos. Going to start this sweater, wish me luck 💕

[@pamelareith870]

You are so comforting and upbeat.. I wish I had a friend like you! Thank you for doing this even though it's been years since you did this.

[@herohonda420]

Marly please make more videos with your mom. I have recently learned knitting watching those videos.

[@sabiduria56gr]

The blue color that you are putting together is gorgeous.

[@samrenee6632]

Ive always been a crocheter, and have tried to knit, but I was never good at it. My niece was 10 when she learned and when she was 13 started a knit club at her school on lunch hour. When she was 16 she made her Mom a sweater. I was inspired and this year I have been practicing knit stitch only, always had a problem with purl.....but found this video, because I love sweaters and this was beautiful and have decided to make this. I love this tutorial. You show different ways to purl, and I love how you just are so relaxed and so informative.....I cant wait to make this sweater!!!!!!!! I think any future projects I will come to this page. Thank Marly for giving me inspiration for knitting

[@MarlyBird]

+Sam Renee bless you :) mwah! Xoxo

[@YolieW]

I am a left handed crocheter and always have felt intimidated by knitting. You have made this seem so easy. I am ready to start. Thank you

[@mariehodosi3148]

This girl is such an excellent knitting teacher, I'm just learning how to knit and understood everything that was shown and explained. I'm so excited to get knitting this comfy sweater pattern. I pray I can follow this pattern as easily as Marly Bird showed how to achieve completing the sweater. Thank you!

[@nuralp1881]

You are very sympathetic.🤗🤗your projects are just my style.😊😊

[@vickie5394]

Hi Marly, I taught myself to knit a few months back, still learning alot of course, and I just want to tell you that you are a fantastic teacher! Keep up the good work! Thank you!

[@TiffanyFiferA]

This is my first knitted sweater and it’s looking great so far. Thanks for making it super easy to follow the instructions!

[@stellaraj3741]

Thank you SO MUCH Marly for very patiently teaching us to knit such a beautiful comfy sweater! You also taught to do invisible seam. With your sweet smile, I think you have won the heart of the knitters! Please keep up the good work. Thanks again God Bless

[@Phil132]

I can't wait to give this a try. I'm an absolute beginner with knitting... having just completed my very first piece (scarf for my hubby). Your clear tutorial has given me the confidence to have a go. Thanks!

[@MarlyBird]

I believe in you

[@TheFaheem0707]

Oh My God. Its wonderful how you knit without even looking at the project.

[@kellycoleman7898]

Wow. You are an awesome instructor. You are awesome. I think I’m just shocked that it’s been explained so well. Thank you

[@arlenemock7538]

I'm glad I found a pattern that's big enough.

[@carrienabors8660]

Thank you for this tutorial! I love how easy you make knitting look. I'm a crocheter with a little knitting experience. I can't wait to try this.

[@carrapatillo2451]

This sweather is so easy to knit than I thought. Thank you for teaching this 😊 can't wait to make one for myself 🧶🙌🏽💖 you're a awesome knitting teacher and Crochet teacher 👏🏽

[@nicoleiannuzzi449]

You are such a great teacher! I am crochet person now trying knitting. I feel I can do this because of your lesson here! I am so excited 😁

[@mosaicmagpie5640]

The yarn in your long tail cast on looks like a heart as it is wrapped around your fingers. Perfect for Red Heart yarn!

[@MarlyBird]

ha! That's funny :-)

[@needlepullingthread1573]

Marry you ROCK. Thank you so much. I started my sweater today Micheals had Red Heart Soft for $2.50 a skein today! Whoop whoop

[@lindalangeheine5787]

Thanks to your wonderful teaching, I have tried many new projects and patterns. If I hit a hurdle, I just see what Marly Bird has to say about it. And I'm off in the right direction again! Thank you.

[@elenityler7917]

Thank You For Sharing and Showing!!! I always wondered how to sew a sweater and I never had anyone to show me. Your video taught me so much!!! Thank You!!! You are a wonderful teacher! Thank You Red Heart for a great pattern and wonderful yarns!

[@MarlyBird]

I'm glad I could help. I plan on doing a solely Mattress Stitch Seaming video sometime soon but I am happy that this one got you where you needed. :)

[@jadieeisthebest]

I'm new to knitting but I love how you teach and I ready to give it go thanks

[@nondumisondhlovu9181]

Wow! I actually cannot wait to get my yarn so that I can make my very own first sweater. Winter is approaching soon so I better get prep'd. Thank you Marly... Much love from South Africa.

[@cflower9458]

You are a great teacher! Thank you

[@MarlyBird]

Thank you! 😃

[@intheparlance]

I've been knitting and crocheting for many years. I make afghans, dog sweaters, and scarves mostly, because when I attempted to make garments for myself they were so heavy and pulled out of shape (big girl here). I've been browsing lately for something that might work for me, and this sweater looks fairly light. I'm going to try it! Wish me luck!

[@jessicachittester7719]

I’ve knitted hats and leg warmers and scarves but that’s as ‘advanced’ as I’ve gotten. I would love to knit a sweater. This pattern was confusing to read but if I follow along with this video I should be able to do this! Thank you! It’ll be my first real garment!

[@MarlyBird]

You are welcome

[@robingirard5423]

I learned to knit before crochet. I haven't had the desire to knit til this video. Gonna pick me up a set of needles and practice. I'm excited to try. Wish I had s at of needles Ty for video.

[@tansumin7430]

Thanks marly, this will be my first knitted sweater for myself, I'm a novice knitter, love your video xx

[@MsFrozz]

I just clicked on your video and immediately loving your attitude.

[@pratheekshalp9040]

Thank you for the tutorial. Please keep uploading videos. It is easy to follow your instructions.😄

[@maeganszmolke9648]

Something I just learned is that stitches that I just knitted will now be purls (on the back side of the knit) for when I work the next row. Really helped realizing that for seed stitch. Before I kept getting ribbing because I was knitting stitches that I knit the previous row, and purled the stitches I purled the row before. Its important to work the stitch as they appear now, not how you worked it the previous row.

[@MarlyBird]

that is correct.

[@lesliebowles3649]

You are also my new knitting guru! I will try this sweater for sure. With 7 granddaughters I may get a lot of practice!

[@wvalohaful]

Great sweater for a beginner. Looking forward to a tutorial on a basic top down, raglan sleeve sweater. Thank you. Your instructions are very clear.

[@kmsy200]

I think you are amazing teacher ,thank you for all hard work ,please make video more I love it

[@MarlyBird]

+Anna Azarov thank you

[@wookori]

You are so sweet and patient and adorable. A perfect instructor!

[@snvazquez724]

Thanks so much! I have never knitted a sweater!

[@herohonda420]

I love how you teach. I want to learn to knit. Watched all your videos with your mom on beginner knitting. I will attempt this as it looks doable with your explanation.

[@Jennifer-oz8ec]

The nicest pattern I've seen in a long time. I have downloaded the pattern and will be making that for me. You are an excellent instructor and have a lovely smile. You break down every detail to ensure that nothing is misunderstood by demonstrating each detail very clearly. Thank you!!!!

[@yvettegonzales6528]

I'v been waiting for some one to show me step by step. Thank-you very much Marly Bird

[@MarlyBird]

+Yvette Gonzales you're welcome.

[@susanloran5767]

Thank you so much Marley you made this seem so easy, I’m going to do this. I feel now I can. Thank you again

[@MarlyBird]

Fantastic

[@brendadodd1075]

Hi Marly Bird. In anticipation of your next KAL My First Sweater for 2019 I had to watch this video. I have downloaded this patter and will make it. This video of yours make it look so simple and easy, can't wait. Thank you.

[@wesingtogether]

I love how you continued talking whilst finishing the tiny sweater

[@doriseaster8043]

you must all so be a sewer because you do such a good job

[@wintergehrman4228]

thank u i had no idea what to do BTW i know the mattress stitch as the ladder stitch

[@56732a]

You are so clear in your instruction .

[@angellaheiden5537]

Wish this was in crochet! Love it!

[@MarlyBird]

The crochet version is coming :)

[@paulettabenning3679]

Wish there was a crocheted version. I don't knit, but I LOVE this.

[@MeemeeMao]

Wow...loving this. It's easy to understand your instructions

[@MarlyBird]

Thank you!

[@elisaandjoesdestinations703]

Ok getting ready to start my sweater , wish me luck!

[@sarawilkinson6766]

Did you make your sweater?

[@teresaevich5001]

@@sarawilkinson6766 Sara, did you make this sweater?

[@gixnla]

You made this look so easy :) I hope it will be equally easy when I start knitting :) Thank you for this tutorial.

[@alisonzaccagnini1528]

Thank you. So clear instructions. Nice beautiful hands! Will be tasking this knitting project.

[@MarlyBird]

thank you.

[@veronikamelamed4068]

I love your teaching technique. Really looking forward to making the sweater.

[@cathymorrison7156]

I love to watch your videos. I am learning so much. Thank you so much!!

[@scoobydoo9088]

Thank you Marly Bird for this wonderful tutorial, I've been knitting for several years now (self taught by watching youtube videos lol) I've knitted baby blankets and hats but I've never knitted a sweater, I've always wanted to, but to intimidated to try, until now, I love how you go step by step with the pattern and make it simple to understand. You gave me the confidence that I needed, I'm going to give this a try, cannot wait to get started. I think you are an amazing teacher, thank you for all your hard work, love all of your tutorials. Keep up the great work. God Bless

[@QUEENIEUNIVeRSaL]

Thanks for giving and sharing on knitting sweaters.

[@figenfigen7888]

you make everything so basic thank you !! :)

[@lifeofamomadventures6978]

Hi Marly. I LOVE this big sweater, & cannot wait to learn how to make it. Right now, I'm working on a bag. Thank you for sharing your talent.

[@dinaroberts4912]

Your so great in explaining how to knit. I love your tutorial, your so patience in explaining.. I am going to knit this sweater. Tomorrow I'm going to purchase the yarn. I will let you know how I do. Thank you so very much for being a great teacher. God Bless

[@iotaultsch]

How divine! My Mom taught me your exact long tail method for casting on. I didn't know what that casting on method was called and got terribly confused with the method shown on Wool and the Gang youtube channel which totally complicated the method. I LOVE your tutorials Marly. You're knowledgeable and kind. Thank you.

[@Ladyduchess313]

thank you for this cause I want to learn to knit too..

[@honey-go5qj]

Wow.... Thank you for making this video I'm going to make it for back to school 😁

[@samstrainstation2220]

cool I'm going to try this sweater for next winter I've been knitting for 4yrs.

[@jenitude1]

You are a great teacher! great video!!

[@khaley37781]

Wonderful tutorial! Clear and easy to understand. Thank You!

[@MsSassySean]

Thanks for the nice camera work on the mattress stitch...so very helpful!

[@ritaspence3246]

I'm loving these videos. Thanks for all the ideas & tips.

[@MarlyBird]

Thank you so much!

[@julliana2ify]

Marly thank you so much you gave me the confidence to knit a sweater with this well explained tutorial...it was easy!! wow !! I did I knitted a sweater!...This is one of the best explained tutorials I have come across.. Hope you knit a few more sweater patterns for us in the near future. Thank you so much!

[@Evangelia2024]

Hi Marly, I have watched your video just now. I have had a bit of a hard time with learning to knit and understanding the stiches. I have found your video very helpful and easy to comprehend! So thank you very much indeed for the time and efford you have made to show us and thank you for sharing! I now feel confident enough to try it our 🤗

[@amaalahmed4366]

thank you so much , essay instructions from great trainer. Please add more videos as the same level of elegance.

[@muniraismail1158]

Thanks really good teacher I will make one this, you have great patience and I appreciate how you teach step by step.

[@Perfumeconcubine]

You are wonderful! Thanks for doing this video.

[@jeannakelly4174]

Cool beans! I think this will be my 1st knitted sweater! I’ve been so afraid to try a sweater but with your help I think I can do it. Another Marly Minion had recently posted a picture of this sweater and it looked awesome. I love being a Minion love you Marly ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@carolanneparker3355]

great pattern ive just finished front for my little girl xxx

[@judyk909]

Thanks for the tutorial as well as your tips. very good!

[@MarlyBird]

thank you

[@irisbarrera2411]

Wow!! Nice! THANK YOU SWEETIE.

[@JK-bb7wc]

This video is sooo good. I just started to learn how to knit and I have finished a small scarf. I wanted to do knit a sweater for my mum and I couldn't find a good video for beginners. You have made it so easy and the design looks so beautiful. I am definitely going to try this and I will let you know once I have finished. Thank you!!

[@fabulousmarilyn3.088]

you taught this so well, great job. can you show us beginner how to knit sicks as well the easy way please

[@pamelaburdick8366]

I’ll knit this in the round

[@30endlesslove]

Thank you your tutorials are fantastic. You are a great teacher. . it comes from the heart. Love your explanations I don't have to go to anywhere I am garuanteed I will learn here without going to any other links. love your tips. love from Australia ;)

[@MarlyBird]

Wow, thank you so very much!

[@sheilaspick]

Really great way of teaching!..bravo..thank you marly, i’m starting my big comfy sweater today..God bless you

[@mikaylacarpenter3639]

I love this video. Just finished my first sweater

[@teresaevich5001]

Great Mikayla! Did you block your sweater? I noticed Marly didn't say anything about blocking. I don't know if it should be blocked or not?

[@muthiaulfa8653]

Looking forward to see your knitting lace shawl!

[@Nyknits]

Great tutorial! I cannot wait to start.

[@MarlyBird]

thanks :-)

[@karimazennouhi1740]

uum.

[@fhamy1mastuki117]

Marly Bird

[@HappyCat3096]

Great discussion on finishing.