Uh-Oh! Stitches Came Off the Needle!

Practical help for what to do when your stitches fall off the needle. The easy way to get stitches remounted correctly, making sure stitches are not twisted, and what to do when a stitch runs away.

[@allikasterg3021]

Your manner of teaching is so clear, explaining every detail in such a calm manner. I am a new knitter. You addressed my problem in such a way that made my stress level come down. Because of you, it all seems doable! Thank you so much! I am very glad I found your channel. 😊

[@ravenlunatic1177]

Right foot forward is something you just taught me. I’ve been crocheting and knitting for years and never knew that🤦🏼‍♀️🙄 Mind completely blown! Thanks so much! Cheers from FL😺

[@alaknandamanikoth8911]

Just learning to knit...so your videos are extremely clear and helpful. Thank you so much

[@missyrogers1759]

Wow!! So incredibly clear and helpful!!! 😊 Thank you!!!

[@GoodyTwoSticksKnits]

Thanks for your kind comment. Glad you found this practical! Smile.

[@virginiawilliams9998]

I'm teaching myself how to knit. So fixing problems and mistakes has been a huge challenge for me. But little by little I'm getting there - with the help of videos like yours. So thank you for this!

[@GoodyTwoSticksKnits]

Thank you, Virginia! You are generous to take the time to reach out. I'm glad this was helpful for you. - Lizabeth

[@Padraigp]

I have had to throw away many bits ive made ..im using a fine guage machine... omg I just managed to use a crotchet hook to close the top now I have to fix the bottom cos its also not closed. And i started a new peice got really far was so pleased then tried to make the neck and made a huge mess. I just keep telling myself that eventually it will become easy. Maybe it will take a year but then it will be super easy in the end.

[@CindyKinney]

Hi Liz. Thank you so, so much for making this extra video for me/us. I was so excited when I saw this pop up. I am so grateful I found you. I have already saved it. For me, it is an invaluable tool for my knitting projects. I'd hug you gently if I could. Continued good health and safety, my friend.

[@GoodyTwoSticksKnits]

Thanks again, Cindy. Well, this was YOUR idea! You stay well and safe, too, Friendie. Love and gentle hugs. - Liz

[@AWflute]

Thank you. You saved my scarf and my sanity. I’m using 8mm needles for my project, but used one of my smallest gauge needles to pick up the loose stitches.

[@GoodyTwoSticksKnits]

You are most welcome!! I'm delighted this little video helped you save your scarf -- and especially your sanity! Smile. You were wise to use smaller needles to pick up the live stitches. That's usually faster and often helps prevent splitting the yarn. Have a great day! - Lizabeth

[@GoodyTwoSticksKnits]

Ever had your stitches fall off your needles? Not a catastrophe. This is how to rescue your work. Take a look at my other videos for practical knitting help. Please let me know about your knitting questions, because that’s why I’m here. - Lizabeth

[@JodiYeager]

Thank you so much! You make everything so clear. I was trying to move the twisted stitch from one needle to the other and turn it around and put it back on first needle. Knitting through the back is brilliant! Would that work on a purl row as well?

[@justhearmeout3959]

Is it the same for left handed knitting? I don't mean Continental, I mean holding my knitting opposite of how you do 😅

[@joya3468]

So will it be the other way around when you're left handed? Left leg forward?

[@GoodyTwoSticksKnits]

Hello, thanks for asking. Good question! Even when knitting left-handed, the right leg is forward on the needle, so left-handed knitters will still remount the stitches with the right leg forward. Knitting is a many-splendored craft, so there's more than one way to do it. Because I'm living in the US, I'm using the Western mount and am teaching knitters how to do it that way. However, there is also an Eastern mount, in which the left leg is forward. It's important to be consistent and if you're using a Western mount, have the right leg forward on both the right side and wrong side of your work. If you're using the Eastern mount, have the left leg forward on both the right side and the wrong side of your work. If you have the right leg forward on one side, and the left leg forward on the other side, you will end up with twisted stitches. (Twisted stitches are sometimes used as a design feature, but in general, you're not wanting twisted stitches.) Now, what I say next is just my opinion and there are some knitters out there who will not agree. But my opinion is this: If you're just learning to knit, and have the challenge of knitting both left-handed and using the Eastern mount, it will be more difficult for you to find/follow/figure out directions when performing a technical maneuver such as some increases, decreases, or special textured stitches. Because of that, it may be worth your while to remove at least one of the obstacles, like learning to knit with the mount that is most commonly used in your country or else giving right-handed knitting a try. In the end, knitting should be fun, and I hope you find the way that is most delightful for you! - Lizabeth

[@joya3468]

​@@GoodyTwoSticksKnitsthank you so much for your response, this is very helpful!! Greetings from the Netherlands ❤🇳🇱

[@GoodyTwoSticksKnits]

@@joya3468 I'm glad it was helpful. How very nice to have you greet me from the Netherlands! Greetings to you from Minnesota, where the long, cold winters encourage us to knit a lot! Smile! - Liz

[@pirilakat]

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