After some research, I set out to make blankets for my twin daughters. I was making them 5’ wide by until-I-run-out-of-yarn long. I made my 5’ chain and started immediately on my rows. Ten skeins in, I decide to measure my progress … it was 7’ wide! Not what I wanted, so I pulled it apart and started over; the exact same thing happened again! I was frustrated so I set it aside and started on the second blanket. Same thing AGAIN, except this one ended up being 8’ wide. I couldn’t for the life of me figure out what I was doing wrong. So I started searching again for help on the starting chain and found this video of your foundation chain. This was the exact info I needed! After doing a third and second try on the blankets, they came out PERFECT! Thank you so much for sharing your talent!
Welcome to this amazing craft 🤗 The struggle is real, Suzi, I know! Thank you for sharing your experience. I’m sooo glad I was able to help!! Here’s to more beautiful creations 🥂
My head is spinning 😵💫 all the time lol. Hopefully, the content isn’t too overwhelming. I have a hard time keeping things simple 🤦🏼♀️ Thank YOU so much for watching.
@@stacyjames_jsar you explained it all beautifully. I’m just so new at this and it was a lot of helpful information. I am going to give all your methods a try and see what works best for me.
Thank you for your kind words ❤️ I definitely have my preferences, but honestly, I use every method I cover. Just depends on what I’m working up. If I can save time without diminishing quality, I’m gonna do that. As a beginner, my best advice is to focus on creating the foundation chain, stitch consistency (tension - st size and slack), and binding off. Finishing work can be honed once you’ve discovered your stitching preferences ☺️
Wowza! You are so meticulous in your explanations and your own work. It comes out brilliantly in the blanket and makes it so easy for viewers to follow along. I deeply appreciate your hard work and how much that you decided to share with us. Wonderful tips. Note to self for rewatching: 22:49-29:25, 40:46-51:00
You're the first video that I've watched that is really giving me an understanding of how to do this make this blanket my hat is off to you cuz I'm really trying to get this thing. Thank you!
Thank YOU for tuning in!! Can’t wait to see what you do 🤗 Remember to subscribe if you haven’t already to help you through your journey of learning this amazing craft 🥰
Hello Stacy I love your pattern and videos. Thank you for making them. I am very interested in your pattern for your cardigan on your website but I can’t purchase it. How can I purchase the pattern. Are you also going to make a video tutorial for your cardigan. I do better learning by video. I would love to purchase your video for the cardigan tutorial. The only suggestion I would give is when you are showing how to loop the stitches have the camera more close up to your hands that would help to see exactly how you are doing them. Thank you
Thank you so much, Nancy, and I really appreciate your feedback! I’ll work on that for my future projects. I actually revised a paid pattern I purchased to create the duster from the picture on my website. It was a request from my daughter, who happens to be the model ☺️ All I did was continue with the length. Here is the link: www.lovecrafts.com/en-us/p/cardigan-and-hat-in-rico-essentials-super-super-chunky-683-downloadable-pdf Thank you for your support! I hope you continue to find content you value ❤️
@@stacyjames_jsar Hello Stacy thank you for responding to my post. I’m a beginner learning to hand knit and knitting. My mom taught me how to crochet years ago but I never had much interest crocheting. But one day I came across a video on hand knitting, which I’ve never heard of, now I’m hooked on hand knitting. I can’t wait to work on your cardigan pattern. Thank you again for your videos they have been a great help.
@@nancytirado8973 I’m not surprised that you’ve fallen in love with hand knitting. I find it so relaxing and peaceful. While I can’t say it’s CHEAP therapy, it’s definitely been a therapeutic outlet for me. I’m so glad to hear that my videos are helping you in your journey to learn and improve upon your skills. I love helping people so your affirmation means a great deal to me! Thank you for your kind words, and if you’d like to share your hand knitting projects, I’d love to see them 🤗
I know this is a an older video but can you tell me how many chains I would need to make a 50 X 72 blanket? I started on a blanket last night for the first time and it just doesn't seem right. My stitches have gotten more loose the further I go and they keep coming out. Any advice you can give would be greatly appreciated :)
Hi Michelle! Thanks for reaching out. The first thing I want to reiterate is that it takes lots of practice to perfect your stitches. Using your fingers to size loops and minimizing your slack between stitches helps but practice is key. Even though I’ve been crocheting and knitting for over 40 years, I still had to redo my first blankets several times before I was happy with them. Be kind to yourself and enjoy the process. Trust me, it’s not as easy as many people advertise. Working on a flat surface is key when first starting out. Make sure whatever surface you use is long enough for your foundation chain. If your stitches are coming out, that’s a sign that there’s weight on them somehow, perhaps from hanging over the edge of your surface. Keep using your fingers to measure your loops to help keep them consistent. As your blanket gets longer, roll it to use the edges as a gauge for keeping the width even. Using my method, you will need 34 chains for 50”. Your chain will not measure 50”, it will be a bit longer. After working the 1st row it will be a bit shorter. However, the width will stretch back out to 50” after working 20 rows or so. Hope this helps ☺️
Omg.. I wish I founf uour video 4 blankets ago.. I like some of the other video but I could never for the life of me figure out why it was streachy in the width but not the foundation ends... I like the burning method if connection even when I am at the end and need to add a new one.. I do not tie just burn and keep going. No nots to stich togther.
Please tell me the name of the material and where I can get it, in which country or the name of a distributor. I would appreciate it. Thank you also for sharing your technique and knowledge about this activity.
Hi Rosita ☺️ Currently, I specialize in finger knitting with the 7 weight jumbo chenille, which can be purchased from any big box craft stores in the U.S. I order direct from the factory from a few different suppliers because I order in bulk. Are you wanting to order yarn in bulk, as in hundreds of skeins at a time?
I e been knitting ting for 50 yrs….this is a nightmare…I’ve ripped out too many times to count. I’m sure once you get it it’s not so bad, the learning curve is challenging .
I’ve been knitting with needles for about 30 years myself. When I first began working with this jumbo yarn, I insisted on using needles because I thought it would be easier. However, I was soooo wrong. It’s was so labor intensive that I finally broke down and gave into finger knitting. I can’t tell you how many times I frogged the first blanket I ever made, and I didn’t start with just the stockinette st. I just had to do a cable. The learning curve is no joke!! All you have for tools are your fingers and as with needles, tension varies based on the knitter. The techniques I use to teach in this video are those that helped me with issues regarding tension, stitch consistency, attention to slack and finishing work, but you are not alone…this is not easy like so many videos out there claim. Be kind to yourself and enjoy the journey. You will be happy to have stuck with it. Soooo worth it 🤗
In Amazon, search for 7 weight chunky chenille. Just make sure it’s 7 not 6. 7 is the jumbo weight, 6 is the super bulky weight. Also, start with the polyester. There will be 7 weight acrylic yarns in your results but it’s better suited for decorative projects only. Sheds a lot. Hope that helps ☺️
I order from an overseas supplier, but you can get the 7 weight chenille at most big box craft stores and Amazon seems to be offering a good variety lately as well.
Hi Stacey My name is Beverley I’ve looked at your beautiful way of hooking with your hands. I’ve tried to do the foundation chain numerous times. I’m ready to tear out my hair. I just can’t do it. My bumps are on the top of my chain instead of the bottom. What am I doing wrong? Please help me if you can. Thank you.
Hi Beverley! I’m so sorry you’re having a tough time with the foundation chain. If your bumps are on the top of the chain, your working yarn on the first chain is crossed under the tail end instead of over the top of the tail end. When closing that first chain, you are bringing the working yarn up and over the chain so that your working yarn is going through it from front to back rather than back to front. Please pay special attention to the very beginning to ensure your tail end is to the left, working yarn is to the right, and that when creating your first chain, you draw the working yarn towards you, to the left and OVER the tail end. To close the first chain, wrap the working yarn around to the back of the chain to draw up a second chain from the back of that first chain to the front with your working yarn coming from the bottom leg. Continue to wrap the working yarn behind the new chain to draw up another with your working yarn coming from the bottom leg until you have completed the foundation chain. If you need a demonstration comparing what you’re doing vs what you need to do, just let me know and I’ll post it as soon as I see your request. I really hope this helps ☺️
Thank you Stacey, I have it mailed. I’ve been practicing it and I’m very happy with the results. Thank you so much. I look forward to seeing your tutorials in the future. Again thanks.
Way to go, Beverley!! Good on you for sticking with it 🤗 This isn’t easy as many try to make it seem. I appreciate the opportunity to address your concerns. Thank you so much for watching ❤️
Hi Sue! That is actually a complicated question. Tension is specific to each person, which means you’ll get a number of different answers to this question. I use roughly 220 yards for a 40 x 60. If you’re just starting out, I would recommend that. You want to make sure you buy enough yarn for your projects and this should leave you with extra.
Thank you so much! This is the very first video I ever made so it came with a LOT of blood, sweat and tears but I’m glad I stuck with it. Knowing that I was able to help you is truly special to me. Thank you for taking the time to say so ❤️
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After some research, I set out to make blankets for my twin daughters. I was making them 5’ wide by until-I-run-out-of-yarn long. I made my 5’ chain and started immediately on my rows. Ten skeins in, I decide to measure my progress … it was 7’ wide! Not what I wanted, so I pulled it apart and started over; the exact same thing happened again! I was frustrated so I set it aside and started on the second blanket. Same thing AGAIN, except this one ended up being 8’ wide. I couldn’t for the life of me figure out what I was doing wrong. So I started searching again for help on the starting chain and found this video of your foundation chain. This was the exact info I needed! After doing a third and second try on the blankets, they came out PERFECT! Thank you so much for sharing your talent!
Welcome to this amazing craft 🤗 The struggle is real, Suzi, I know! Thank you for sharing your experience. I’m sooo glad I was able to help!! Here’s to more beautiful creations 🥂
Agree.. I could not figure out what I was doing. I wish I saw this video 4 blankets ago.. but we all learn.. I am still very new at this.
My head is spinning a bit, lol. Thank you so much for directing me to this tutorial. I am saving it and will be referring back to it often I’m sure.
My head is spinning 😵💫 all the time lol. Hopefully, the content isn’t too overwhelming. I have a hard time keeping things simple 🤦🏼♀️ Thank YOU so much for watching.
@@stacyjames_jsar you explained it all beautifully. I’m just so new at this and it was a lot of helpful information. I am going to give all your methods a try and see what works best for me.
Thank you for your kind words ❤️ I definitely have my preferences, but honestly, I use every method I cover. Just depends on what I’m working up. If I can save time without diminishing quality, I’m gonna do that. As a beginner, my best advice is to focus on creating the foundation chain, stitch consistency (tension - st size and slack), and binding off. Finishing work can be honed once you’ve discovered your stitching preferences ☺️
Wowza! You are so meticulous in your explanations and your own work. It comes out brilliantly in the blanket and makes it so easy for viewers to follow along. I deeply appreciate your hard work and how much that you decided to share with us. Wonderful tips.
Note to self for rewatching: 22:49-29:25, 40:46-51:00
Aw, thank you so much!!! 🩵
Thank you Stacy loved how you explained clearly a good teacher.appreciate you
Thank you so much for your feedback ❤️ I’m so glad you found this helpful 🥰🥰
This is the best tutorial I’ve seen yet!!! Thank YOU!
You are so kind, thank you ❤️❤️ and thanks for tuning in ☺️
You're the first video that I've watched that is really giving me an understanding of how to do this make this blanket my hat is off to you cuz I'm really trying to get this thing. Thank you!
Your kindness is extremely heartwarming, Carmen ❤️ Thank you for taking the time to comment. I appreciate you! And thanks for tuning in ☺️
What a GREAT tutorial!!!! Thank you for this
Thank you for taking the time to comment ❤️ I’m so glad you found it helpful.
Fantastic tutorial, your video makes sense and is easy to follow. Thank you!
Thank YOU for watching 🙏 I love that you found it helpful. Thanks for taking the time to let me know. I hope you really enjoy learning this craft ❤️
Thank you for sharing. I'm a beginner and more excited to begin my project!!!
Thank YOU for tuning in!! Can’t wait to see what you do 🤗 Remember to subscribe if you haven’t already to help you through your journey of learning this amazing craft 🥰
Excelente!👏🧶
Wonderful ❤️ I’m so happy you found it helpful 🥰
Quite lovely. I've done the hand knit knit one. This is beautiful I've made 2 of the others may try this one. More interesting. Good job
Thank you so much 🤗❤️
Best tutorial yet 👌 😍
Aw, thank you so much! ❤️
Amazing
Thank you 🥰
Great teacing🇨🇦🙏
You are so kind, thank you ❤️
Hello Stacy I love your pattern and videos. Thank you for making them. I am very interested in your pattern for your cardigan on your website but I can’t purchase it. How can I purchase the pattern. Are you also going to make a video tutorial for your cardigan. I do better learning by video. I would love to purchase your video for the cardigan tutorial. The only suggestion I would give is when you are showing how to loop the stitches have the camera more close up to your hands that would help to see exactly how you are doing them. Thank you
Thank you so much, Nancy, and I really appreciate your feedback! I’ll work on that for my future projects. I actually revised a paid pattern I purchased to create the duster from the picture on my website. It was a request from my daughter, who happens to be the model ☺️ All I did was continue with the length. Here is the link: www.lovecrafts.com/en-us/p/cardigan-and-hat-in-rico-essentials-super-super-chunky-683-downloadable-pdf
Thank you for your support! I hope you continue to find content you value ❤️
@@stacyjames_jsar Hello Stacy thank you for responding to my post. I’m a beginner learning to hand knit and knitting. My mom taught me how to crochet years ago but I never had much interest crocheting. But one day I came across a video on hand knitting, which I’ve never heard of, now I’m hooked on hand knitting. I can’t wait to work on your cardigan pattern. Thank you again for your videos they have been a great help.
@@nancytirado8973 I’m not surprised that you’ve fallen in love with hand knitting. I find it so relaxing and peaceful. While I can’t say it’s CHEAP therapy, it’s definitely been a therapeutic outlet for me.
I’m so glad to hear that my videos are helping you in your journey to learn and improve upon your skills. I love helping people so your affirmation means a great deal to me! Thank you for your kind words, and if you’d like to share your hand knitting projects, I’d love to see them 🤗
I know this is a an older video but can you tell me how many chains I would need to make a 50 X 72 blanket? I started on a blanket last night for the first time and it just doesn't seem right. My stitches have gotten more loose the further I go and they keep coming out. Any advice you can give would be greatly appreciated :)
Hi Michelle! Thanks for reaching out. The first thing I want to reiterate is that it takes lots of practice to perfect your stitches. Using your fingers to size loops and minimizing your slack between stitches helps but practice is key. Even though I’ve been crocheting and knitting for over 40 years, I still had to redo my first blankets several times before I was happy with them. Be kind to yourself and enjoy the process. Trust me, it’s not as easy as many people advertise.
Working on a flat surface is key when first starting out. Make sure whatever surface you use is long enough for your foundation chain. If your stitches are coming out, that’s a sign that there’s weight on them somehow, perhaps from hanging over the edge of your surface. Keep using your fingers to measure your loops to help keep them consistent.
As your blanket gets longer, roll it to use the edges as a gauge for keeping the width even. Using my method, you will need 34 chains for 50”. Your chain will not measure 50”, it will be a bit longer. After working the 1st row it will be a bit shorter. However, the width will stretch back out to 50” after working 20 rows or so.
Hope this helps ☺️
Omg.. I wish I founf uour video 4 blankets ago.. I like some of the other video but I could never for the life of me figure out why it was streachy in the width but not the foundation ends... I like the burning method if connection even when I am at the end and need to add a new one.. I do not tie just burn and keep going. No nots to stich togther.
I’m so glad you found this helpful 🤗 Thank you for taking time to comment. I appreciate you 🥰
Please tell me the name of the material and where I can get it, in which country or the name of a distributor. I would appreciate it. Thank you also for sharing your technique and knowledge about this activity.
Hi Rosita ☺️ Currently, I specialize in finger knitting with the 7 weight jumbo chenille, which can be purchased from any big box craft stores in the U.S. I order direct from the factory from a few different suppliers because I order in bulk. Are you wanting to order yarn in bulk, as in hundreds of skeins at a time?
This is waaayyy too confusing...I am sorry, I really wanted and needed this...😢
Aw, I’m sorry you’re struggling. Is there something in particular you’re finding confusing?
I e been knitting ting for 50 yrs….this is a nightmare…I’ve ripped out too many times to count. I’m sure once you get it it’s not so bad, the learning curve is challenging .
I’ve been knitting with needles for about 30 years myself. When I first began working with this jumbo yarn, I insisted on using needles because I thought it would be easier. However, I was soooo wrong. It’s was so labor intensive that I finally broke down and gave into finger knitting.
I can’t tell you how many times I frogged the first blanket I ever made, and I didn’t start with just the stockinette st. I just had to do a cable. The learning curve is no joke!! All you have for tools are your fingers and as with needles, tension varies based on the knitter.
The techniques I use to teach in this video are those that helped me with issues regarding tension, stitch consistency, attention to slack and finishing work, but you are not alone…this is not easy like so many videos out there claim. Be kind to yourself and enjoy the journey. You will be happy to have stuck with it. Soooo worth it 🤗
somebody please tell me where to find this type of yarn in amazon or in flipkart???
In Amazon, search for 7 weight chunky chenille. Just make sure it’s 7 not 6. 7 is the jumbo weight, 6 is the super bulky weight. Also, start with the polyester. There will be 7 weight acrylic yarns in your results but it’s better suited for decorative projects only. Sheds a lot. Hope that helps ☺️
🤯 Where did you get those scissors?!!!!
Oh yeah…I love my scissors!! Here’s the Amazon link for the set. *I earn a small commission if you use this link to purchase them. amzn.to/3SbjTCn
Where do you find your yarn?
I order from an overseas supplier, but you can get the 7 weight chenille at most big box craft stores and Amazon seems to be offering a good variety lately as well.
Hi Stacey My name is Beverley I’ve looked at your beautiful way of hooking with your hands. I’ve tried to do the foundation chain numerous times. I’m ready to tear out my hair. I just can’t do it. My bumps are on the top of my chain instead of the bottom. What am I doing wrong? Please help me if you can. Thank you.
Hi Beverley! I’m so sorry you’re having a tough time with the foundation chain. If your bumps are on the top of the chain, your working yarn on the first chain is crossed under the tail end instead of over the top of the tail end.
When closing that first chain, you are bringing the working yarn up and over the chain so that your working yarn is going through it from front to back rather than back to front.
Please pay special attention to the very beginning to ensure your tail end is to the left, working yarn is to the right, and that when creating your first chain, you draw the working yarn towards you, to the left and OVER the tail end.
To close the first chain, wrap the working yarn around to the back of the chain to draw up a second chain from the back of that first chain to the front with your working yarn coming from the bottom leg. Continue to wrap the working yarn behind the new chain to draw up another with your working yarn coming from the bottom leg until you have completed the foundation chain.
If you need a demonstration comparing what you’re doing vs what you need to do, just let me know and I’ll post it as soon as I see your request. I really hope this helps ☺️
Thank you Stacey, I have it mailed. I’ve been practicing it and I’m very happy with the results. Thank you so much. I look forward to seeing your tutorials in the future. Again thanks.
Way to go, Beverley!! Good on you for sticking with it 🤗 This isn’t easy as many try to make it seem. I appreciate the opportunity to address your concerns. Thank you so much for watching ❤️
How do I figure out how many yards I will need for a 40x60 inch blanket?
Hi Sue! That is actually a complicated question. Tension is specific to each person, which means you’ll get a number of different answers to this question. I use roughly 220 yards for a 40 x 60. If you’re just starting out, I would recommend that. You want to make sure you buy enough yarn for your projects and this should leave you with extra.
Thanks!!
You’re welcome 🤗
Much easier
Thank you so much! This is the very first video I ever made so it came with a LOT of blood, sweat and tears but I’m glad I stuck with it. Knowing that I was able to help you is truly special to me. Thank you for taking the time to say so ❤️