How To Cast On Figure 8 Double Knit | No Loose Loops
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- In this video, I will demonstrate how to Cast On Double knitting Fig 8 stitch with no loose loops. This technique was borrowed with permission from Brandie Elezabeth Baird of Loom Knitter 4 Life Group on Facebook.
This is an awesome cast on if loose loops have you going loopy! Pun intended! Try it and let me know what you think.
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Like many others who have found this video, i am new to loom knitting, and 😢 appreciated your excellent directions and advice. I despaired over the loose edge with a figure 8 cast on, and this idea for taking up the slack is awesome. Thank you!
You are so welcome! I am glad you found it helpful and thank you for your kind words.
I'm new to loom knitting and this is by far the best tutorial for getting started and taking up the slack...can't wait to try it!
It's my go to cast on for Double knitting. If you have any questions feel free to ask. Happy Looming!
Thank you so much for your easy explanation on how to fix my cast on row. I really appreciate how you not only showed us how to do it but you also explained it so well. I have been looming since last year August and some videos I have seen have been a bit confusing for me. So thank you, much appreciated.
You're very welcome! Happy Looming!!! 😊
thank you so much for sharing this tip with us! i had no clue why the bottom was so lose on mine!
You're very welcome! I am glad you find it helpful.
Awesome!!!! I’m new and having two different ends was so frustrating and gave a sloppy look. Even crocheting at the end. This is exactly what I was looking for!!! Thank you 🙏🙏🙏💗💞💕
Brand new to loom knitting and have a question..do you tie off each row or is it done just on the first one?
You are very welcome!
You only tie the cast on. After that first row you continue your knitting as normal.
I wish I’d seen this before I started with a loose end😂 Definitely using your method on bext one Thank You for sharing
You're very welcome!
Omg thank you so much for sharing this, I was so frustrated with the loose loops. Your awesome.😀
You are very welcome!😊
I’m so happy to have found your channel! I am also a left-handed Loomer, and it is sometimes quite a challenge to convert the right handed instructions to what works for me. Thank you so much! I’m ready to choose my loom and start a new project now! I have a lot of scrap yarn, and I’m anxious to figure out what to do with it.
Hi, Linda! Happy to have you here! Always great to meet Lefty loomers! 😊 If you are on Facebook I have a page there under Looming Crafty Fiber Arts and a group by the name of LCFiber Arts if you'd like to join those too. Happy Looming!
This is soooooo much easier. Thank you!!!
You're very welcome! I am glad you found this tutorial helpful! 🙂
I love this cast on technique. Do you have one for casting off?
Thank you! Yes, this is the cast off I use.
th-cam.com/video/1BA7m82ds8k/w-d-xo.html
Thanks Christy! This was just what I needed.
You're very welcome!
Awesome thank you
it took me a few goes before I got it thank you so much for your video
You are very welcome! I'm so glad you found it helpful! Happy Looming!😊
This is great but if you have this to cast on is there a special way to cast off?? If so is there a video to cast off?
This is the bind off I always use when double loom knitting.
th-cam.com/video/1BA7m82ds8k/w-d-xo.html
Good Idea another way to put yarn is to use a hollow pen without refilling and put the yarn through [like straw but have to be hard straw is soft
YES, I use a straw or hollowed out pen to wrap the rest of my project once I get my no loose loops cast on finished.
Thank you 😊😊😊😊😊
You're very welcome! Happy Looming!
Thank you!!
You're very welcome!
Thank you so much!!! I thought I was doing something wrong 😂
You are very welcome! It's a game changer isn't it? 😊
Best idea ever thanks
You're welcome
I’m new to loom knitting and I normally crochet. Hoping someone can give me further advice bc I got them tight just like in the video, but then the next round was loose again, where as hers were still tight. My first round stayed nice and tight but it’s every round following that are loose. Any idea what I’m doing wrong? Thanks!
There could be a few factors that I can think of right off.
Is your loom fixed or adjustable between the rakes? If it is fixed meaning the distance between rakes can't be changed you may be using the wrong weight of yarn for the gauge of loom you are using. For instance: If you are using a 4 weight yarn on a fixed 5/8 gauge double rake loom your stitches are going to be too large and too loose. So, check your loom gauge by measuring from center of one peg to the center of the one next to it. Then you need to make sure you are using the correct weight of yarn for your particular loom.
If your loom is adjustable, meaning there is a wedge or spacers to allow distance to be changed between your rakes you may need to bring them closer together for smaller and tighter stitches. Also, even If the rakes are adjustable you still need to know the gauge and correct weight of yarn to use for that gauge.
Something else to remember. The rows after your cast on row aren't going to be as tight as the cast on in the video.
Another issue that you could be having is tension. You could be wrapping too loose.
Please help, have followed your video for Figure of 8 cast on and thereafter wrapped yarn as before and tried knitting the same Figure of 8 stitch. Stitches were very loose and does not look as compared to pictures I see on the web. What yarn must one use for loom knit projects, is it one has to use only Chunky yarn. I live in Mumbai, India, very keen to learn looming.
You need to know the gauge of your loom. You can figure this by measuring from center of one peg to center of a peg next to it. This will give you the gauge. If your measurement is ⅝ then you will need to use a #5 Bulky yarn or a #6 Super Bulky yarn. If you're gauge measures ½ then you can use a #4 worsted or a #5 Bulky yarn.
If your gauge is ¾ then you need to use a #6 Super Bulky yarn or a #7 Jumbo yarn.
So, knowing your loom gauge is very important to match your yarn weight to.
It is refreshing to see a left handed instructor. I too am left handed
Wow
Thank you. I am new to this and I cannot get the beginning tight enough. I am right handed but I do everything like this the opposite like I am left handed. I don’t know why 😂😂
This method should definitely help you have a tighter, neater edge.
It sure did ! Thank you for making this video
Thank you for this video! I liked and subscribed to your channel. I tried the link to the Facebook looming for life group and got a message it is not available. Disappointing as I always had difficulty finding other loomers there and on TH-cam. Thanks again!
You're very welcome! Thank you for subscribing. I'm not sure what happened with Loom Knitters for life. They could have their group on private or hidden. I am sorry that you couldn't find it. There are several other good Looming groups on Facebook if you do a search. I also have a small group by the name of LC Fiber Arts. It's not real busy, but I do keep my followers updated regularly there. We also post other fiber arts besides loom knitting that is laid out in the description and group rules.
Where did you get that loom with such small gauge ?
Mine came from a company that no longer operates. However you can buy a set and maybe still the small red rake loom separately on the Knit UK website or their shop on Etsy.
Etsy link:
www.etsy.com/listing/483883118/knituk-long-knitting-loom-set-of-4-extra
Knit UK website:
www.knituk.com/ourshop/prod_2741631-KnitUK-Long-Knitting-Loom-Set-of-4.html
You can also check Amazon. Sometimes you will see an independent seller selling them there too.
How do you proceed from here? Do you repeat this for the entire project?
No, the cast on is the only time you tighten the stitches. After the cast on, as I have shown in the tutorial, you continue wrapping your pattern as usual till your desired length and cast off.
ok thank you I will try this I am a total beginner@@LoomingCraftyFiberArts
I would like to buy this loom. Where did you get it? Thank you in advance for your help.
You can buy them as a set or individually through Knit UK over seas www.knituk.com/
Or Sometimes you can find the long loom set on Amazon or Etsy.com
Amazon link: USA
www.amazon.com/Knitting-Crochet-Needles-Sweater-Blankets/dp/B07KR1LWVG/ref=mp_s_a_1_36?dchild=1&keywords=knitting+looms&qid=1609701687&sr=8-36
Thank you for sharing this technique. I did it last night and so far I am double-knitting, and I have a neat edge. Very happy.
You're very welcome!
Tyvm
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So what happens if you already cast on and have loose ends?
You would need to use the crochet method with a crochet hook.
Thank you so much! I’m new to all of this and the beginning of my scarves and the few blankets I made are so loose. Not now thanks to you! 🥰
You're very welcome! I'm glad it was helpful! 😊
I’m a long time crocheter and new loom knitter. Loved the video! Where did you get your loom hook?
It came with a CinDwood loom I purchased. I went to the Dollar Store and got some pencil grips and glued them onto the handle.
@@LoomingCraftyFiberArts omg that’s so neat! Thanks for letting me know!! ☺️
You're very welcome!
Christy, I just got my first double rake loom and followed your advice to tighten up the cast-on. It worked perfectly, and I am so excited to see what this will look like when I am finished! Thank you for your clear directions, easy-to-follow pace, and great camera work!
Awesome to hear it worked perfectly for you! Thank you for your kind compliments! Happy looming!!! 😊
I am a beginner and looming and knitting my question is I have very very sensitive skin I cannot have harsh of any kind of material or blankets or socks that are harsh my question is I picked up for my yarn for looming for socks Afghans and scarf it's a medium 4 it's for babies that's about the highest I can go on softness will that work on a looming for a blankets scars socks
Yes, if you are using a #4 medium weight yarn you will need to use a loom with the appropriate gauge. For a #4 yarn a 1/2 gauge, 7/16 gauge or 3/8 gauge works best. A 3/8 gauge will give you a tighter stitch which you may fine more uncomfortable so a 1/2 or 7/16 you should find more suitable where the stitches won't be so tight.
You can also look for yarn blends that would be more skin friendly.
Can you teatch how to end nicely so it looks good? I have problems with that. Thank you for the lesson.
Already have a vid tutorial for a bind off. Hope this helps. This is the bind off I always do for double knitting.
th-cam.com/video/1BA7m82ds8k/w-d-xo.html
Where can I find the same red loom you’re working on? I like it because the pegs are closer together and I can use one strand of regular yarn. Also I’m from Minnesota and I love your accent.
I got mine from the I Love Loom Company. They aren't in business anymore. You can also buy them from Knit UK online. They are based in Europe. I have seen them also sold by someone here in the U.S. on Etsy but I can't remember the seller. Let me look on Etsy for you and see what I can find and Amazon too.
I'm born and raised from North Carolina. I don't realize sometimes how strong my accent is until I talk to people out of state. lol
Ok I found this seller of the same loom on Etsy here in the Us.
www.etsy.com/listing/718173168/long-knitting-loom-set-of-4-with?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=knitting+looms+set&ref=sr_gallery-1-5&organic_search_click=1&frs=1&cns=1
This is the complete set of 4 sizes.
I haven't found the red one listed separately yet.
This is the link for Knit UK
www.etsy.com/listing/880402318/knituk-long-knitting-loom-set-of-4-extra?ref=shop_home_active_14
They would be shipped from The United Kingdom.
Thank you so much for your quick response. I checked out those websites and I liked the looms they had. I’m excited to order some. Happy knitting!
You're very welcome! Happy Looming Knitting and Merry Christmas to you and yours!
Thanks for being so awesome! I really enjoy your voice:)
So if you start with the figure 8 you have to make the figure 8 each row after? You can switch to going around with a flat stitch or knit stitch etc?
Hi, Kerry! Thank you for your question. The example I have shown in this tutorial is for Double knitting.
With Double knitting you always work wrapping your yarn back and forth between the pegs as demonstrated. With that said, there are many double-knit stitches to choose from when double knitting. If you do choose a different double knit stitch such as the box stitch or stockinette stitch ( just a couple of examples ) you can still use the Double knit Fig 8 cast-on and then your first row you can start your other desired double knit stitch pattern or continue with the double knit Fig 8.
Now, when you flat or single knit you are working from right to left or left to right depending on which is your dominant hand then turning at your last peg and knitting back to your first peg on only one straight loom ( or rake ) instead of two. You can also flat or single knit on a round or oblong loom as long as you don't connect your first and last pegs which would make a tube if you did connect them.
Also, there is a Flat or single knit Fig 8 stitch to be worked as a flat or single panel. It can be confusing because I have demonstrated the Double knit Fig 8 stitch in this tutorial.
I hope this clarifies your question. Here is a video that may also help by KB looms.
th-cam.com/video/05o296IWmBY/w-d-xo.html
*** Flat or Single knit may be used interchangeably in different tutorials.
Boy, am I glad you're back again!!!! I have missed you and, in particular for me, your creative loom patterns immensely. I hope all is well. I'm looking forward to seeing what you have up your sleeve for us! Be safe and take ❤
Hey Patty! Awesome to see you too! Thank you for your kind words! Very much appreciated! We're hanging in there! You be safe too and Merry Christmas! 🥰
Thank you. I've just started loom knitting and have been bothered by the loose bottom. Do you have a video on casting off? This has been very helpful as I am about to start a new scarf.
You're welcome. This is the bind off I always use when double knitting scarves. There are however, other double knit bind off methods for double knitting. Hypnotic Hysteria comes to mind and Good Knit Kisses if you would like to check out their YT Channels too.
th-cam.com/video/1BA7m82ds8k/w-d-xo.html
@@LoomingCraftyFiberArts Thank you, I will.
@@LoomingCraftyFiberArts Thank you.
i actually found this video very helpful. Thanks. I was going crazy battling with the loose tension.
You are very welcome! I am glad you found this tutorial helpful.
Love this video! By any chance, do you have a video showing how to cast off?
Thank you! There are different cast off's for double knitting, but this is the one I use below....
th-cam.com/video/1BA7m82ds8k/w-d-xo.html
Great, thank you so much!!
Loom Knitters 4 life is not available
I just checked. It's still on Facebook as a group, but looks to be invite only now by a friend that is already a member.
If you have a friend that is a member on your personal Facebook page that can send you an invite. They have to be a friend on Facebook.
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Thank you I think it’s going to help
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I too am new to loom knitting & this was a huge help. I did make an adjustment to the way I pull the loops off! I'm doing an afghan & holding the loop just got too long so instead of pulling it up, I pull it out to the side & bring the loop over just before the slack is out. Way faster, less confusing & more comfortable for me & 3 + yards of yarn did not get tangled once. Loved this technique.
Hmmm, are you doing this technique each row? Kinds sounds like you are. You don't have to do this technique for each row. You only do this technique for the cast on row. The rest of your pattern you wrap the pegs as you normally would. At the end of the video I mention after the cast you wrap as normal.
I am sorry if I misunderstood what you asked previously, but if you are wrapping normally after the cast on row you shouldn't have a issue with extra yarn.
If you still need help you are welcome to record what you're doing in a small clip on your phone and email it to me at lcfiberarts@gmail.com so I can look at it closer. I would need to see how you are wrapping and a good view of where you're working on your loom.
I know being new there's a lot of terminology to remember and techniques, stitches and such. I want to help you be successful. Since you are still having issues with excess yarn, if you can send me a video clip so I can see what is going on to help. 🙂
I'm a newbie, having started loom knitting in October of this year. First of all, thank you for demonstrating this awesome cast on technique! I do have a question, tho. Do I need to stretch my project at all as I continue knitting additional rows, or will this tighter way of casting on be enough?
Welcome to loom knitting! After you do this cast on you don't have to do anything but continue to double knit your project as usual. This cast on gives a nice tidy, neat edge to match your bind off.
I just tried the first time and I don't have it down, but being left-handed, it helps so much to see it done this way. I looked at some other videos, but this one was more clear for me!
Awesome, thanks so much!❤
You are so welcome!
Thank you so much for showimg me how to do this. I keep restarting because I couldn't figure out why my beginning cast on stitiches were so loose. I thought it was something I was doing wrong. You have saved me.
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Love it . Thank you so much ❤
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Thank you so much. This is exactly what what I've been looking for. 👍😍👍☮️
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Thank u so much, This is so helpful ....And the best stitch tighten ever...👏👏👏 How do I tighten a round loom e stitch
If you are talking about tightening up your cast on when knitting in the round check out this video by Denise of Loomahat.
th-cam.com/video/vs5nzqX5wFs/w-d-xo.html
Thank you so much. My daughter and I watched this and this made the best sense by far.
I'm a left handed to but this is the first time for me for the loom knitting. Thank you for this video very much ! ❤
You’re welcome 😊
Thank you for sharing
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I'm new to loom knitting and this video has helped me alot, we need more videos like this but with different ways to cast on.
This helped me so much. I’ve made 3 blankets and the loose edges drive me nuts!
I am so glad you found my tutorial helpful! Happy Looming!
i was given a loom as a gift and had no clue where to start. I saw a lot of videos but they were so confusing not to mention they left me with more questions than answers. I appreciate the true step by step instructions. Great video
You are very welcome! Happy Looming! 😊
I’m so glad I found this!
Thank you!
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This worked out really well for me, even though I'm right handed, I followed you exactly and never knew there was a difference!! Thank you!!
Awesome! So glad you found this video helpful! 🙂
Hello new loom learner here, thanks for sharing ! I do have a question…. Why does the center of the loom get tighter then the ends, am I doing something’s wrong ?
As you move toward the center of the loom your stitches can naturally get a little tighter. Make sure you aren't wrapping your pegs too tight as you go further down your loom and if you can try and keep your loops halfway up your pegs and not right at the base I find that helps too. I have a video that explains why you shouldn't keep your loops at the base of the pegs. I'll see if I can find it and post it back here. Also, being a new loomer it takes practice to learn how to keep your wrapping pegs tension more even. It will come. Just keep practicing.
If you will go to this video tutorial and watch at marker 7:45 I talk about keeping your loops up away from the base of the pegs.
th-cam.com/video/JRGN1KCNnOY/w-d-xo.html
Thank you
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Thank you so much for teaching me this technique! I just used it on my 38 inch loom for a blanket. Now the end will look nice. Sending you virtual 🤗 hugs! Mona from Saint Louis
You are very welcome! 🥰
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Thank you! May I ask what brand loom your using?
This was a from the former I Love Loom seller. You can get this loom from Knit UK company online now too. You may also be able to find them on Etsy.
this video I been looling to improve my cast on thank you
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That helped a lot! I was wondering what I was doing wrong. Thank you.
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Thank you so much. I have been looking for a cast on like this.
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Brilliant. The loose edge really used to irritate me. Thank you.
You are very welcome! I know this technique was a game changer for me. Glad you have found it helpful!
Best tutorial. Thanks for sharing
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Thanks for your demonstration on no loose loops.
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Liked & Subscribed! I’m a crocheter & new to looming. Finally a technique that makes sense on those darn loose ends. Almost gave it up, but I’m going to try it your way! 🤗
Thank you for your subscription and like. I appreciate it. I hope this cast on is working well for you. It's my go to cast on now when double knitting.
Looming Crafty Fiber Arts < Oh yes, my scarf is coming along great now. This technique worked out perfect! Thank you 😊
Awesome!!!! 🥰
Thank you for that trick!!
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Thank You So Much !!!!!!🌹🌹
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Newbie here #218 yay me 🤣🤣🤣
Hi, Nancy! Thank you for subscribing! I appreciate it! ❤️😊
Traducción, si esta en nuestras redes, gracias
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Thanks for the tip!
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the agent look nice ty
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Very helpful thank you
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This is brilliant thank you 😊
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Whoopee! I like this!
Thank you! I hope you find it very helpful. It's the only cast on I use for my double knit projects now. 😊