How to Knit - The Basics

This video will show you the basics of knitting. Follow along and see how easy it is to actually do! Anyone can learn to knit and it's a great craft to know if you want to give handmade gifts! A simple large knitted rectangle is essentially an afghan. So this simple stitch can go pretty far and will keep you warm for years to come!

If you do not know how to make a Slip Knot, we have a separate video for that here:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rYdvVm...

With this video you will learn how to Cast On, knit rows, and Bind off to complete a simple project.

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FAQs Answered:

- This is the English style of knitting. Yes there are other methods of knitting out there.

- The Cast On used here is the Long Tail Cast On. Yes there are other ways to cast on, and yes some are better than others for certain projects. For example, a knitted cast on is better if you need a stretchy edge. Here is an example of a Knitted Cast On: http://youtu.be/R4HsUJoqVvw

- We have a separate video on how to make a slip knot, if you need further help with that: http://youtu.be/rYdvVmF4nS0

- The Left Handed version of this video is here: http://youtu.be/v00r6CJs48o

- If your stitches are tight, it might be a problem with tension (pulling the yarn too tight.) Knitting does take some practice - try loosening the yarn a little when you make your stitches and see if that helps.

- You can use this technique on circular needles.

- If you're a guy, just know that you are not the only one learning to knit! We get a LOT of comments from men who have learned to knit, and for some reason they generally seem to think they're the only one. You're not! This is not a craft designed solely for old ladies! According to Wikipedia, knitting was originally a male-only occupation, the first knitting trade guild was started in Paris in 1527.

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[Alleigh Wiggs]

When I knit in general I use the right needle and go to the back and then wrap the string clockwise and it domes out kind of like a purl stitch?

[cyberseams]

Well, a knit stitch will look like a purl from the back. So if that is what you are seeing, this is normal.

[layarbrough93]

why does my knit stitch look like a purl? I've looked at several tutorials, and seem to be doing the correct thing, but it still doesn't look right. ):

[cyberseams]

It sounds like you're looping your yarn in the front instead of the back. Double check how you're wrapping the yarn around the needle when you create a new stitch. Good luck!

[Sue Hurst]

I have an American pattern which says K1, yo, (i assume yarn over) ssk1 - please help. Many thanks. x

[cyberseams]

Yes, that means knit 1, yarn over, slip-slip-knit 1.

ssk means slip stitch to your working need, then slip the next, then slip your left needle into the front of both loops and knit them together. ssk is a decrease stitch. Good luck!

[Alan Richards]

I'm a 6 ft truck driver and i'm going to have a go at this...See if I dont...Ha.!!!



[shararari]

who comes to dislike a knitting tutorial. 438 took the time, to actual look up how to knit, and dislike this tutorial. WHY. Its clear, its cohesive. What the hell?

[xlilsecret]

Hiya, i'd just like to say thank you so much i've never knited before untill all of your videos brilliant thank you i now have the knitting bug and cannot seem to put my needles down hehe thank you so much xx

[Kdpt375]

This was the perfect Video for me thanks!

[Shelbylynn0000]

Whoop whoop!!!!!

[MrSteveParsons]

Hypnotic, loved this !

[Keyshla Rivera]

thank u so much