Cat Bordhi - How to tighten up your purl stitches

I agree, FINALLY, why didn't I find this before? This has taken a HUGE load off of me, I was forever getting loose purls no matter how hard I pulled the yarn forward.
Thanks for making this available to those that don't have a hands on co-knitter nearby, even if we did, I don't think we would have learned this during class at a LYS. Maybe, but this is SO MUCH better.
THANKS cat, you are super.

Thanks for helping me to avoid the pitfalls of knitters' shame!!
: )

Finally! A method of purling that doesn't feel strangely awkward. I'm a new knitter (continental) and could NOT get the hang of purling. I also found the Norwegian purling video helpful at first (and much easier that moving the yarn to the front every time) but even that felt uncomfortable. This is absolutely the most convenient way of purling - it seems natural and fluid. I can knit so fast now!!

Thank you so much Cat!

Sorry- i forgot to grade it! (first timer)

I give this video a grade of 10+ Excellent

I really like this method, I'm just having an hard time with the twisted knit stitch. However, if you look at Norwegian Purl by Hsailormoon, you'll see the difference that bonobobabe mentions. This will not twist the knit stitch.

Thanks again for all the great tips!!

that's a video Norwegian Purl by Hsailormoon on youtube....just wanted to be clear...

My method is similar to the Norwegian Purl but not the same, and my method really tightens up the purl sts - which is the whole point. Purling or knitting them later through the back leg (the one behind the needle) should be no problem at all. I don't know if the "real" Norwegian Purl tightens up purl sts or not.

Hi,

Nice video, just wanted to ask what needles are those you are using ? I am in the UK and we only seem to have grey aluminum or bamboo.

Thanks in advance

"combination knitting" works for many people but not at all for many others. This method will tighten up your purls (only if you are a Continental knitter however) is a bit of a miracle. And yes, absolutely, there is no correct way to knit.

Thank you for responding! You are my sock "hero"ine; I am crazy about your new book.

I've been knitting "continental" my whole life, both combination and not. I absolutely cannot knit stockinette without rowing out unless I knit combination style.

I've been collecting your books and kntting mobii (?) and other of your creations for a while now. Thanks for thinking outside the box so often and so well, Cat.