Two-Color Brioche Worked Flat - ENGLISH STYLE

Welcome! This little video demonstrates who to work two color brioche flat for English style knitters (aka Throwers) who hold their working yarn in their right hand. If you are a Continental Style knitter you can head here: • Two-Color Brioche Work...
Abbreviations:
MC - Main color
CC - Contrast color
K - Knit
P - Purl
STS - Stitches
BRK - Brioche knit; knit the slipped stitch and it’s “yarnover shawl” together as one stitch.
BRP - Brioche purl; purl the slipped stitch and it’s “yarnover shawl” together as one stitch.
(YF-)SL1YO - Bring yarn to front of work (if it is not already there), sl st purlwise, wrap a yarnover around the slipped st. (YF is only included on "brk" rows, since the yarn already hangs to the front on "brp" rows.
RS - Right side
WS - Wrong Side
Swatch Instructions:
Cast on an odd number of stitches with your MC yarn. (I am using DK weight yarn on a size US 6 circular needle.) I just to cast on 15 stitches.
Setup Row 1A (RS): K1, *yf-sl1yo, k1; repeat from * to the end of the row. Drop your MC yarn and slide your stitches back to the beginning of the row on this side. DO NOT TURN.
Setup Row 1B (RS): Slip 1 stitch, join your CC yarn, *brp1, sl1yo; repeat from * to the last 2 sts, brp1, drop CC so it falls towards you on this RS of the work, slip the last stitch and turn so the WS is facing you.
Pattern Repeat
Row 1A (WS): Using MC, p1, *sl1yo, brp1; rep from * to the last 2 sts, sl1yo, p1. Drop your MC yarn and slide your stitches back to the beginning of the row on this side. DO NOT TURN.
Row 1B (WS): Using CC, slip 1 stitch, *brk1, yf-sl1yo; repeat from * to the last 2 sts, brk1, drop CC so it falls to the back, slip the last stitch and turn so the RS is facing you.
Row 2A (RS): Using MC, k1, *yf-sl1yo, brk1; repeat from * to the end of the row. Drop your MC yarn and slide your stitches back to the beginning of the row on this side. DO NOT TURN.
Row 2B (RS): Using CC, slip 1 stitch, *brp1, sl1yo; repeat from * to the last 2 sts, brp1, drop CC so it falls towards you on this RS of the work, slip the last stitch and turn so the WS is facing you.
Repeat Rows 1A/B & 2A/B until you feel darn good about brioche!
You can find all of my Brioche Tutorials on this playlist:
• Brioche!

[@kelloggkirsten]

After watching and reading many various tutorials, I FINALLY understand the "yarn over" part (this is why I have to keep undoing and redoing because It doesn't look right). THANK YOU.

[@lyndsayheck1220]

I watched several other videos by other well known fiber designers. Read blogs. Tried to work off the written instructions. This is the video that pulled it all together and finally made it "click"! Thank you so much!

[@Rare_Indigo]

I've spent more hours over the past few days than I can count trying to figure this out. Your videos and manner of explanation is hands down the best. I DID IT!

[@yolyrom7233]

Exactly my thoughts!

[@MsNurseNat-ze1sh]

I was just thinking the same thing! All her little comments about snuggling up I loved it. I have literally spent a week trying to learn two colour!! Thank you Andrea!

[@jonlynangley9066]

I love your tutorials. There is something about your voice and calm speech pattern that gives me confidence. And It helps that you clearly explain the "why's and how's" of things. I think I have finally got brioche! Thank you 😊

[@susankerridge1030]

THANK YOU. I've been trying for a week to learn brioche. I've been watching numerous videos, unpicking, watch another, unpick, on and on. Almost gave up ever getting the hang of brioche but found your video. It's the only one that worked for me. Thanks a million. Sue

[@Choko4343]

I love you Andrea!

[@sharoncarpenter4658]

Wow, this is the first time I have u derstood brioche

[@yolyrom7233]

Thanks to your tutorial I finally get it using two colors!

[@maryfitch1008]

Great job! I've been hunting for the perfect tutorial and I found it! Thanks.

[@rebecca-72]

Perfect. The mist surrounding brioche clears…. Thank you, Andrea❤

[@SS-hw9vu]

THE MOST clear and concise tutorial I've ever watched I think. Thank you so much- I this stitch is finally clicking for me:)

[@claymonsterpottery]

Kinda helped me with the edges being raged. I’ve watched 6 different videos now and I still seem to be ending up with weird edges. Knitting in the round is so much easier. Thanks.

[@doriskarloff964]

Thank you - beautifully demonstrated. I've never heard of brioche knitting before today (and I've been knitting for a loooong time). I've been trying to get my head around brioche crochet, so I can understand how your video popped up in my playlist. I'm glad it did!

[@makerj3446]

Hands down the best brioche tutorial I’ve seen for the way I knit. Much appreciated 🥰

[@cynthiajohnson1124]

Thank you so much for this great video!! Your calming voice and written instructions make this doable!!

[@brucebrandimore1128]

I spent days trying to figure this out with a block of the month video I’m doing. Ready to give up and then I came upon your video. Yours cleared it up for me! Thank you for your excellent presentation of Brioche.

[@janicecarole5013]

You are a great teacher. This is the first time I understood brioche. Thank you

[@7Copper7]

THANK YOU for explaining what to do with the edge stitches. Very good video!

[@s.springer5971]

Thank you, thank you, thank you. Your video has been the turning point, where I finally feel comfortable with brioche knitting🎉🎉

[@noway4435]

You’re amazing, this is the best tutorial

[@nl2766]

Thank you for explaining that subtlety of the YOs, and the resulting differences.

[@dreareneeknits]

I'm glad you found it helpful!

[@theresamacneil1648]

Clapping with excitement you are such an amazing teacher finally think I can tackle a brioche pattern thank you Andrea you are a gifted girl.

[@jeannedelaforet6441]

Thank you for an excellent tutorial, Andrea.

[@chelseas6577]

Thank you! I have tried to learn brioche three times before, and now it finally makes sense!

[@rhondacutler6712]

Thank you so much! Brioche no longer seems so daunting!

[@contactjoy4140]

THANK-YOU for unconfusing me!! 1. I'm am an English knitter. 2. You said I might be yf at the wrong time "which makes the stitches loose" EXACTLY! 3. PHEW!!! FINALLY! It looks right! 4.💋💋💋💋💋💥

[@dreareneeknits]

Yay! So happy you found it helpful!

[@etoylemckee6832]

How generous of you. That was wonderful. Thank you

[@lifeinamerica.veronika3341]

👍 You are a talented teacher ❤❤❤I have watched a lots of videos before and I don’t get it 💝 your tutorial is so clear 💐

[@lindatoffolo3229]

I can do this, thanks so much for this easy tutorial - brioche knitting demystified. I loved your patient pace, I am now confident that brioche is doable! 🧶👏🏻❤️

[@lynnflynn3382]

Thank you so much for your tutorial. It was so clear and easy to understanding. I am going to try to knit one of your beautiful shawls, wish me luck. Love your you tube podcasts as well.

[@clarescaife7391]

Thank you so much for such a clearly explained introduction to brioche stitch …. I am now ready to try making a brioche beanie

[@clearwater7000]

Thank you. I knitted 10 brioche hats but straight is little different. This video helps me!❤

[@shines16]

Thank you!! Excellent explanation! 🎉😊

[@dianejohns8648]

Thank you for a really clear tutorial, I might have a go now.

[@dreareneeknits]

Go for it!

[@laurijankowski5293]

Great tutorial! Gives me the confidence to try brioche. Thank you Andrea!

[@melaniebielawski3552]

I think I might be able to work brioche now Not that I have yet but I will try

[@AlexFHoerner]

I think I finally got it!!!! Yay. Going to try a 2 colour scarf. Is there written instructions I can find somewhere? Wonderful tutorial.

[@janegelberg2003]

Brioche demystified - thanks!

[@aarontrish02]

Thank you! That was so helpful!

[@AdrianaElizabeth76]

You're perfect! Thanks.

[@libellula3313]

Great explanation, thanks.

[@dreareneeknits]

Glad it was helpful!

[@laurajmcdowell]

Thanks❤

[@suzannefenton1589]

Yippee thank you!!!

[@saintsgirl56]

Great video! My only question is when I put it down for a while how do I know if I am on a knit or purl row?

[@paulastamper6225]

Thank you

[@tracyholland1048]

Thank you for the great tutorial! I do have 2 questions.....I really should put them in your weekly podcast.......1. Is 2 color brioche easier or more learner friendly that 1 color? 2. How do you know when to purl? Is each row a knit then purl or since its knitted twice is it knit/knit color 2 then purl color 1/purl color2? Does that make sense? My goal this year is to try Brioche but need to figure out to either start with the Boho Blush or Biochealisious shawl. LOVE your work! HELP ;)

[@dreareneeknits]

Hello Tracy! I recommend starting with 2 color brioche as it is easier to see what is going on with the stitches using contrasting colors! On the RS of your work you will knit (brk) with the main color and then do a 2nd pass purling (brp) with the contrast color. The WS is the opposite of that - purl (brp) with the main color and knit (brk) with the contrast color.

[@earthwiseemporium]

I’m excited, knitting brioche is finally sinking in! I’d been knitting what I think is the fisherman’s knit stitch which gives a very similar effects, but was/am determined to learn brioche. I got confused when in some rows, you slipped the first stitch and in others, you knit or purled them. Can you explain why? Is it because the next stitch would be a brioche knit or purl?

[@mjb9525]

Great video. Which of your patterns would you recommend for a very beginner brioche knitter? Thanks for your help

[@dsoto9296]

I’ve missed something. How do you tell if you should knit or purl a row?

[@dsoto9296]

Written instructions made which rows to k or p clearer.

[@ethancotton1549]

I have a question about the order, what's the easiest way to remember if I'm meant to be knitting or purling? You seem to be switching between each half row so I'm a little bit confused and I don't want to mess up by doing the wrong way

[@sharonmciver8857]

That would be yo,sl1,k1 written in Scotland 💕(that would be a “yarn on” needle rather than yfwd

[@kitgreen2879]

Hi, thanks for the tutorial! I want to make your nascha poncho, is this a useful tutorial to get the hang of brioche in order to make that? I'm getting confused as some tutorials say cast on an odd no. then some say a multiple of 4...

[@dreareneeknits]

Hi Kit! Nascha is worked flat, so this would be a great tutorial to practice with. You want an odd number of sts when working brioche flat and an even number of sts when working brioche in the rnd :)

[@kitgreen2879]

@@dreareneeknits thanks a lot! :D

[@suedaines101]

I’m alright until the end of the video, but then what? I’m lost!

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