Knitting Tips - You Don't Have to Switch to Double Pointed Needles - Decrease with Circulars Only!
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- Learn the secret to knitting a hat in the round on circular needles from start to finish! No switching to double pointed needles is required! [Instruction starts at 2:57]. Consider relaxing your tension as you come to the top of the hat, it is easy to hold the needles and yarn very tightly as you finish the last round - go gently instead!
Please see this blog post for additional tips on not switching to double-pointed needles:
www.waterknyt.com/2019/11/kni...
Note on the yarn and pattern in the video: The yarn was a hand-dyed offering from Blind Buck Farm called "Flag Blue", and may no longer be available. The pattern was created for the yarn and is no longer available.
I have plenty of other patterns for you:
www.ravelry.com/designers/wen...
You are an ABSOLUTE lifesaver, I was really dejected at the idea of having to buy double pointed needles just to finish a hat, this will make things so much easier!
Thank you for your kind words, I’m so glad you find the video useful.
Oh my god THANK YOU!!! I was absolutely stressing out about the idea of knitting on multiple needles.... this is a lifesaver!!!!
Happy this video was something you found worthwhile, keep knitting!
Great tip, exactly what I needed!! Demonstration of the method starts at 3:20 for other people who are impatient like me :)
Thank you, I’m so glad this helped and thanks for the timing info for other viewers!!!
Knit happy, Wendy Ann
Oh my god thank you so freaking much! I’m working on my first hat ever on circular needles and am fairly new to knitting and I was about to have a panic attack trying to not stretch out my pattern lol!! Thank you thank you thank you!!
Me too!
Great tip! I needed this for a hat i am completing today! Thanks so much! :)
Thank you!! This technique is so useful at times, just keep the knitting tension loose and enjoy the process!
Awesome sauce! I'm going to go try this right now on the hat I'm making. Thanks for taking the time to pass this tip along Wendy. I've been struggling with hand pain using my 16" circulars and hoping that this idea fixes the issue.
Rita Muller Glad to offer the tips, thanks for your positive feedback! 😀 Knit Happy, Wendy Ann
I'm just learning in-the-round and this is a FANTASTIC tip! I was nervous about having to switch to dpns and then I saw your video. It makes perfect sense! Thank you so very much!
TangibleTania, you made my day! Thank you for sharing positive feedback and I'm so happy my video helped you out.
Knit happy,
Wendy Ann
Thank you for this informative video. Also appreciate the info on relaxing with positive thoughts while knitting.
Glad you found the info helpful!
Knit happy, Wendy Ann
Excellent. I love your philosophy for knitting/crocheting and agree.
You are very kind to say so, Valinicia, thank you!
Love this video, thank you! I'm a new knitter and find double pointed needles incredibly frustrating. I just finished my second hat with this technique. Thanks again, super helpful!
That is so awesome! It is a bit unnerving making these videos (I really enjoy sharing knowledge as someone self-taught for the most part, but still feel a bit unschooled/nervous as a "media maven", lol), and your comment has made my day! It makes the process of putting a video out there for the world worthwhile. I'm so glad you got some use out of what I shared. Keep up the knitting, and if you have not checked out the website Ravelry yet, you will find a wonderful community of knitters (and other fiber artists) there. My Ravelry username is "3endyann". Knit Happy! Wendy Ann
Love this, thanks so much, because of you and your video, I am going to start knitting 🧶 again,it also helps my anxiety 💕
Thanks for that demo Wendy, Im knitting a slouchy on circulars for the first time, (I have knitted before but only scarves and blankets)this sounds like a better way to shape the crown to me, lovely, thank you. :^D 🌻
Helen, so glad you've found this a help in your new knitting adventures! I always enjoy experimenting with different techniques. If you are on Ravelry, (a large online community for fiber artists) friend me at 3endyann so I can see your project photos!
Knit Happy, Wendy Ann
Love it - thanks so much, saves me buying more needles. 😀
Thank you so much for this video! It made finishing my hat a piece of cake! :)
Laura Cammack Great you were able to use the info to finish your hat! Thanks for the positive feedback!
Knit happy,
Wendy Ann
What an amazing tip! Thank you so much!!
Glad it is helpful! Knit Happy! 😊
Love it, you can of turn it into a magic loop , awesome idea
Glad you found it helpful Patricia!
Knit happy, Wendy Ann
I HATE DPNs! With a flaming passion. And I predominantly knit in the round (I make a lot of hats), so this video has saved me from the pain of switching to DPNs at the decrease section of my hats. While watching it, I was like "Oh, DUH! Of course you can pull out the extra cable!" Thank you, Wendy!
BTW - I use ChiaoGoo Twist Red Lace needles, which are insanely flexible and don't have a cable "memory" like other brands do (they won't get permanently bent out of shape) so they will be perfect for this method. :)
Thanks for the positive feedback, Laura. Glad you were able to put the tip to good use and thanks for the info on ChiaoGoo, I will definitely keep them in mind!
Knit happy,
Wendy Ann
I like using both circulars and double pointed needles.....I guess it's a nice dilemma to have. Thanks for the video.
You're welcome! I like both also...if I remember correctly this technique was born out of knitting on the go (NYC subway) where I didn't have a set of dpns with me at the time but just kept the stitches going. You never know what will happen when you just keep on knitting!
Knit Happy,
Wendy Ann
Genius! Thank you xx
Thank you for this idea. I am not too good on double pointed needles and this gives me a great option. May have to buy some new DPNs, but it certainly seems worth it to me!!!!
Glad you have some new options for your knitting! Thank you for the positive feedback.
This was helpful!
I find knitting to me very meditative as other hobbies I have like painting and crocheting.
I agree! Creative work offers many benefits from stress reduction to mindfulness. I love it!
@@Waterknyt Do you know longer have a blog?
@@ruby07241 Hi Ruby, I do have a blog and am in the process of transitioning my writing over to Waterknyt.com from blogger. Thank you for posting your question, I just updated the link information.
I'm going to try this!! Looks simple enough. I was going to switch to 2 circular but I'm try your way first. Wish me luck.
Hi Liz! I'm sure you'll be able to handle it. Keep your tension easy and an eye on the cord, it has to be on the flexible side for this to work. All the best and thank you for watching and leaving a comment!
Knit Happy, Wendy Ann
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Wow. I love it. Thanks!!!!
Glad you find it useful! Thank you. :)
Thanks for the great tip. I’m visiting family and forgot my DPN’s and need to finish my hat so I can start another.
That’s great! Glad the video helped you!!
Knit happy, Wendy Ann
Thank you! I couldn't understand why all these hat patterns required dpn. I don't want to have a boat load of needles so I too purchased the ChiaoGoo interchangeable circular needles.
You're welcome! Glad it was helpful for you.
Create Happy,
Wendy Ann
Thank you so much for this tip. DPNs really stress me out.
Thanks for the feedback, it is good to know you found the tips useful. Knit happy! Wendy Ann
Thank you so much!💖
Thank you for watching and giving positive feedback! Knit happy, Wendy Ann
I have these same needles and I love my Addies needles turbo! I'm kind of confused I'm knitting a dog sweater in the round do I just knit in the round or pull a cable out on one side? I cant find many videos on it. I'm working on the collar right now. Ty! Love the video thank you!
Hey there Vicky,
That is one item I have only crocheted, never knit and am unsure how you would work it out. I checked Ravelry.com and there are over 289 free dog clothing knitting patterns, I'm sure one of them would help you out. Good luck! www.ravelry.com/patterns/search#availability=free&pc=pet-clothing&craft=knitting&query=dog&sort=best&view=captioned_thumbs
Knit happy,
Wendy Ann
Thanks
Going to try this today, It looks like a modified Magic Loop... And much easier to manage... I tried to use a ML , but it just doesn’t work for me. Your method makes much more sense to me.. Thsnk you.
This was my second time viewing.. I’m sure I commented earlier..
Sandy, we are on the same page! While I can do the Magic Loop I find I rarely am working on a project that it would specifically fit for...this method suits me just fine!
Happy Knitting! Wendy Ann
Thank you for the great tip. I was pulling the cord from the opposite side and that did not work.
Glad to be a help on your knitting adventures!
Knit Happy, Wendy Ann
I suggest using lighter colored yarn so that it will show better - easier for the viewer to follow you.
Thank you Maria. Your valuable feedback is right on target and I'll keep it in mind for future videos. You may still see some darker yarn from vids already shot but not edited/posted yet, but I'll definitely try for the best lighting whatever yarn is used going forward. Thanks again, knit & crochet happy, Wendy Ann :-)
I agree - medium color is best. Dark is all shadows, but light can become a glare, which is also difficult.
AGREE
Beautiful color and great explanation. Thank you!
Thank you for leaving a positive comment, it is great to know my video may have encouraged your knitting!
Knit Happy,
Wendy Ann
You're welcome!
Yes, it sure did!. Clear, no music to fight to hear threw, great detail on explanation when working and you took your time, But not to slow. Lol
Looks like a modified. Magic Loop.. I tried the. ML, and felt very clumsy... I have small hands..
I am going to try this method...It makes sense to me.. Thanks.
Give it a try, I hope you find this technique a help! Knit Happy, Wendy Ann
Wendy Ann Lindquist Next hat... Would LOVE to ditch my DPN's. Thanks for the video.
I have the same type of needles and making my first knitted hat with rounds. My Mom was just diagnosed with lymphoma and will lose her hair due to chemo. I thought I'd make her some hats. It does say to switch to the DPNs but wondered why if the needles were so flexible. Thank you for this video. I will stick with the circulars and hope I won't have to switch to the other needles. I don't have much experience with them.
Mary, best wishes to you as you knit and put love into those stitches in making hats for your mom. Kind regards,
Wendy Ann
@@Waterknyt Thank you so much. I am putting lots of love into every stitch. They are a surprise and I'm using soft yarn. I have several siblings that live in Cali near her and I'm in Texas. Since I'm disabled and can't be there with her, this is my way of helping her from afar. I subscribed so look forward to watching more videos from you. My grandmother taught me to knit when I was very young. I have six grandkids now. Have a great Christmas, Hannukah, or whichever you celebrate!
@@maryb6670 Sounds like you are putting your knitting talents to the best use in helping from afar. Thank you for subscribing and have a very Merry Christmas, Happy New Year and best Holiday season you can!
Can you do this even with multiple decreases on the crown on the hat? I am new to knitting this summer and I do t have them on hand and I want to try to make a hat thay have mutiple decreases in the crown of the hat.
Sure, you can give it a try. Over time, I've found the most important thing for me is to relax my tension and be sure I have a very flexible cord on the circular needles. Good luck, and thanks for watching!
How do you avoid the stitches from getting stretched out where the cord is sticking out? Have been struggling with this trying to close on the round
Hi there Coral,
Some tips are to ensure you have a very flexible cord, keep your tension loose and aim for natural fibers, especially wool which has inherent coil/spring. Some stitches may stretch and wet blocking will help even out the fabric. I address some more tips in a blog post: wendyannlindquist.blogspot.com/2019/11/knitting-secrets-no-dpn-required.html
All the best to you and keep knitting with a smile,
Wendy Ann
Later.. This actually works,
I’m making my first hat and it’s just rubbing. I’m using sz 8 needles 16 in circulars.
Is that a 16 inch circular that you are using as well?
I’ve not knitted in decades and it’s fun so far; but I’m feeling a wee bit intimidated w/dpns so I’m glad to see this.
I don’t know the process to close this hat so I thank you for this tutorial ♥️🌹❣️
I meant ribbing.
Hi Carla,
So glad this video may be of some help to you. If you do opt for dpns, go for tighter tension, that's how I manage them when knitting socks, where I definitely prefer dpns (in my case, I like them for speed)..when I knit loosely with dpns it is much more difficult to me.
In this video I'm using a 16" circular.
Knit happy!
Wendy Ann
Wendy Ann Lindquist thank You!
Can we knit both side in round knitting?
Round knitting on circular needles creates a tube, there is the outside and the inside of the tube shape. Alternately, you can knit back and forth on circular needles the same way you would with straight needles or dpns. Vogue knitting has an article on the basics of circular knitting here: www.vogueknitting.com/pattern_help/how-to/beyond_the_basics/circular_needles
Knit happy,
Wendy Ann
I tried using this method with 12 stitches decreasing to 6 stitches and it was quite difficult using the circular needles. I don't have DPN yet so I trudged away with what I had. My stitches were spaced out at the top so it didn't turn out right even after cinching.
Hi there, thank you for the feedback on how things went. I regret your results did not turn out the way you wanted. Some considerations that come to mind would be the tension when holding the yarn, gauge of stitches per inch, yarn type/color and flexibility in the circular cord. Before I detail those, you might want to try the following: if you have another circular needle in the same or one size up or down, you could do the decreases two circulars in lieu of dpns. The Berroco yarn blog has a nice tutorial on that method: blog.berroco.com/2013/08/13/emily-explains-knitting-with-two-circular-needles/
For the possible reasons the method in this video didn't work to your standards (which I'm sure are great and all knitters like their efforts to come out fantastic considering the time we put into these projects), a loose tension and more relaxed stitches help, as noted in the video description. Another help when reducing to a small number with this method is the yarn, a bulkier/fuzzier yarn will be more forgiving than a fine, silky, or superwash yarn, as would a darker color. Lastly the flexibility and length of the cord would be a factor, with the greater flex and length assets in this method.
Sometimes when I finish a hat with this and it is obvious my yarn was pulled too much in the process, I adjust the yarn by sewing up tightly on the wrong side when I weave in the end and giving a final help with steam or wet blocking.
I hope you'll give this method a try again on a different project and wish you all the best!
Knit happy, Wendy Ann
NOTE: Berroco's method is general on knitting with two circs, not specific to decreases
thank you for the advice. I was using a shorter circular and after watching other you tube videos it seems a longer circular would have been better? but the hat was a tester and my first hat and also I think the pattern and the you tube video that accompanied the pattern were conflicting. the written pattern ended with 12 stitches but the video ended with 6 stitches so I was confused and tried going down to 6 stitches. I wonder now if the 12 stitches would have been OK.
Twelve stitches might have been fine, I have some hat patterns that end with even more than 12, (see "Genesis Hat" on Ravelry.com under my name as an example of a hat knit with a light worsted weight that ends with 18 stitches ). Have fun with your knitting adventures!
I'm a beginner, so you just went on with the pattern without changing correct?
Yes, Doreen, that is absolutely correct. Thank you for watching! Knit happy, Wendy Ann
Might be better to show how it works with just a few stitches left on the needle : great idea re: meditation/relaxation in these troubled times.
Can I use this to decrease on any hat? Particularly a sweet pea?
Hi Kristen, great question! If your hat is knit in the round and you have a flexible knitting cord on your circular needles, the conditions sound to be right on target to use this technique. Some sweet pea hats have an i-cord at the top, which can be completed with a circular needle. Let us know how it works for you!
Knit Happy, Wendy Ann
Wendy Ann Lindquist thank you! I have been knitting since march and I learned that just because I think something might work...I better ask. Thanks for getting back to me!!!
Kristen, You are so very welcome! It is often a matter of experimentation, and what works for you is what you should go with! Many of the techniques I embrace are a result of using my intuition to move forward with a project. It may not be exactly like someone else would do it, but if my project is coming along the way I like, I'm satisfied. It's only yarn...you can always pull it out! Enjoy, Wendy Ann
First time I am working a hat with circular needle but when I started to decrease 😢😢😢😢 I couldn’t thank you so much I will try your method. IS THIS MAGIC LOOP??
Hi Serap, glad you find the video helpful. The magic loop technique I am aware of uses a very long circular needle (often 32" or 40") to work a small knitting circumference. It is similar to this technique, but here you use a 16" circular needle.
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@@Waterknyt THANK YOU I HAVE USED YOUR TECHNIQUE. BUT 😔NOT TO THE END I COULD NOT !! WHEN SOME 8 STITCHES LEFT I TOOK THEM OUT OF THE NEEDLE AND GATHERED THEM USING YARN SEWING NEEDLE (THROUGH THE STITCHES). ❤️❤️❤️💐🌹💐
@@serapugurlugil9214 That's fantastic! 6 - 10 remaining stitches at the end is about average! [Instructional Note: Cut a long tail of yarn, and using a blunt-tip yarn needle, thread the yarn through the remaining stitches. Remove the needle, bring the yarn to the inside of the hat and pull tightly. Weave in the yarn end and you're done!] Sounds like you did it perfectly!👍🎆🎆🎆
@@Waterknyt YESSSS THATS WHAT I HAVE DONE EXACTLY 😇..SORRY !MAY BE I COULD NOT MAKE IT CLEAR IN MY EXPLANATION 🥺😔
It’s the same as traveling loop.
Thanks Lab Rat, I was unfamiliar with that term until your post!
I have a stiff cord☹️
lol
You went too fast and didn't get that at all.
Lina please try watching again. I will consider posting another video on this topic as well!
The speed of the video can be adjusted to go slower by clicking on the three vertical dots on the top right. Click “Playback speed” to adjust it to your preference.