I have been very disappointed with the magic loop tutorials I’ve found until now! This is so easy to follow. I’ve only been a dpn sock knitter and wanted to learn the magic loop method. Yours is the best! Thank you!
Just got my pattern and casted on last night, why have I never used this method before, I love it and it is so easy!! Can't wait to get working on the rest of the sock.
Thank you so much for sharing such an informative tutorial. Your method for casting on the stitches is great and I will be using this for toe up socks that I knit in the future. Your calm and very professional style is a pleasure to experience.
I learn something new from you every time I watch a video. I like the way you started the toe. I've never seen that before and now I have to make a new pair so I can practice
This looks really exciting. I need a little bit more knitting experience before I tackle this but I really enjoyed watching the video and and the techniques were really clear. Having the round divided into two halves was a new concept to me and there are some exciting processes to learn. Here's to the knit-along!
Amazing work,i appreciate it all your videos,,very understanding,you have alot of helpful tips that has help me actually knitt socks, thank you very much
I used dpns for the first sock because I couldn't find my tiny circular needle. You weren't kidding - the first couple of rows were tricky! I'm going to pick up a new circular needle before I cast on the second sock. ;)
i will be starting on these this afternoon. i bought the pattern when you released it but have not gotten to it yet so this is the perfect time to do them!
I’ve been trying to find a good pattern for my husband, as he wears his socks very low -- in between a slipper sock & a sneaker sock. Is this pattern modifiable at all? Also, I watched this video w/o the pattern & I had a very hard time seeing what was actually going on (skinny yarn, small needles, not much color difference between the two & not as much “zoom” as other video tutorials). Does the pattern or website have clear, close up pictures for these techniques?? I usually love your tutorials, this is the first one I’ve had trouble with. Thanks for your time! :)
I’m sure Maryna will be able to tell you much more, but I am getting ready to start my second pair of these socks. The written pattern does have nice, clear pictures of the trickier techniques. The only one I never could get right was the Italian bind-off. I ended up just using a stretchy bind-off instead. I actually added a couple of extra rounds before the ribbing but I imagine someone more skilled could shorten the sock instead. I was worried that the socks wouldn’t really stay on my feet but I have no problem with them slipping off when wearing running shoes. I added a picture of them on my Ravelry page with shoes on to give an idea of how high they come up on my ankles. Hope this helps! (@TheCleverHen on Ravelry)
Hello Kimberly. I'm sorry to hear the video was not clear enough. It is a knit along, so I did use a sock yarn. This yarn is thinner than the yarn I usually use in my tutorials. But don't worry - the pattern has links to separate tutorials about each technique used in this project. As to making the socks even shorter, you can bind off stitches right after you shape the back of the sock. This way, the sock won't have a tiny cuff, but it will be about 1 cm / 0.4 in shorter. But I can't guarantee that the shortened version of the sock will stay put as your husband walks.
Thank you for for sharing your experience with the sneaker socks. I'm glad they don't slip off your feet and I'm happy you plan to make one more pair :-)
Hi Shylynn. The number of increases depends on many variables - thickness of yarn, size of the needles, gauge, number of stitches you cast on, ease etc. It is always easier to find a pattern that already includes all necessary calculations. Happy knitting.
This way of magic loop is backwards for me. I use the back needle to knit with. Can I change that or do you have to knit with front needle like your tutorial. I have tried to follow your movement but I keep messing up. Thank you so much.
I realize that people use what they have on hand....but I find the length of the cable very long. I use a shorter one. Thanks for the pattern! [PS...using a row counter/clicker makes it easier and quicker to make both socks the same measurement.]
Thank you for the tip, Mel. You are absolutely right - row counter helps with counting rounds. As to the length of the cable, of course, feel free to use any length you find comfortable. Happy knitting :-)
Hi Shirley. It is totally fine to use your favourite way to increase stitches. Just note, that kfb creates a bar at the place where a stitch was added. M1 is less visible, but the chances are very small that someone will scrutinize the look of the toe part of your socks :-) Happy knitting!
@@10rowsaday Yes. As well as my yarn being "splitty", it's a dark blue colour. Both of these characteristics made it difficult to find the bar between the stitches from the M1 below. The M1 was easier on the section where the increase was alternated with a plain round. Thanks for your reply!
Just as Mel pointed out, if you are a tight knitter, you might want to use instructions for socks that are one size bigger than the size you need. If you usually have a normal / loose tension, you can use 2.25mm needles if you keep the stitches a bit loose as you work on the project. The length of the sock is determined by measuring the sock, so even if your gauge is slightly off, there shouldn't be any major issues with fit.
Anyone else getting a hole on each side of the toe? I’ve gone over and over the directions for the cast on method and started half a dozen times being super careful not to include a yarn over but I’m still getting a distinct hole on each side. I’m about to give up on this pattern :(
As you move from working on one group of stitches to working on the other group of stitches, make sure you bring the yarn to the top before rearranging the stitches on the needles. To understand what I mean, please pay attention to what happens to the working yarn in this part of the video - th-cam.com/video/j3xwybSFo1w/w-d-xo.html This will help you avoid accidental yarn overs and you won't have any holes at the sides of the work. Happy knitting :-)
I see how you struggle with your knitting needle because of the way it is stored, twisted in a circle. With Chiaogoo needles you don't have this problem. They don't have a memory. Just a tip!
Thank you for the suggestion. I've never worked with Chiaogoo needles. I like to keep my tools simple, but if you say that those needles are much better, maybe I'll give them a try :-) Thank you.
Question: when I untwist the one side of the cast on would it work to just knit the stitch through the back leg? That is what I do to untwist a stitch . I have been pondering on that for a few days now. I totally missed the KAL for this sock! It would have been fun to do with a group. Thank you for the advice!
The stitches are twisted counterclockwise. That's why we need to insert the needle from left to right into the back of the stitch to untwist it. Knitting it through the back loop won't help much. You will see it when you get to the first round of the sock. Happy knitting :-)
I have been very disappointed with the magic loop tutorials I’ve found until now! This is so easy to follow. I’ve only been a dpn sock knitter and wanted to learn the magic loop method. Yours is the best! Thank you!
Thank you so much, Mary! I'm happy this tutorial helped you make friends with the magic loop method. Happy knitting :-)
Thank you for a very helpful tutorial.
You are most welcome, Jackson :-) Happy knitting!
Just got my pattern and casted on last night, why have I never used this method before, I love it and it is so easy!! Can't wait to get working on the rest of the sock.
Thank you so much for sharing such an informative tutorial. Your method for casting on the stitches is great and I will be using this for toe up socks that I knit in the future. Your calm and very professional style is a pleasure to experience.
Oooh, thank you so much, Monica :-)
I learn something new from you every time I watch a video. I like the way you started the toe. I've never seen that before and now I have to make a new pair so I can practice
Thank you, Susan :-) I'm happy you find my tutorials helpful. Happy knitting, my friend!
You are fantastic and I have learned many things to knit more easily with you.
Thank you for all you give us.
A hug from Croatia.....
Oooh, thank you so much, Ljubica. A big hug from Canada :-)
Огромная благодарность за ваши уроки
Thank you, Olga :-)
thanks for sharing, the way you explain makes it easier to understand. Greetings from Sao Paulo, Brazil.
Thank you Shirley. I'm happy my explanation makes sense to you :-) Happy knitting, my friend!
This looks really exciting. I need a little bit more knitting experience before I tackle this but I really enjoyed watching the video and and the techniques were really clear. Having the round divided into two halves was a new concept to me and there are some exciting processes to learn. Here's to the knit-along!
Hi Dev, this knit-along will be available for a long time. You can get back to these videos whenever you are ready to give this project a try :-)
Amazing work,i appreciate it all your videos,,very understanding,you have alot of helpful tips that has help me actually knitt socks, thank you very much
Thank you so much, Belia! Happy knitting :-)
Best sock tutorial to date!!!!
can't wait to start this tonight - whole new method for me
I haven't been able to start yet, but I've got my pattern and my yarn is on the way. I love how you explain things. This will be a fun project!
I used dpns for the first sock because I couldn't find my tiny circular needle. You weren't kidding - the first couple of rows were tricky! I'm going to pick up a new circular needle before I cast on the second sock. ;)
i will be starting on these this afternoon. i bought the pattern when you released it but have not gotten to it yet so this is the perfect time to do them!
I’ve been trying to find a good pattern for my husband, as he wears his socks very low -- in between a slipper sock & a sneaker sock. Is this pattern modifiable at all? Also, I watched this video w/o the pattern & I had a very hard time seeing what was actually going on (skinny yarn, small needles, not much color difference between the two & not as much “zoom” as other video tutorials). Does the pattern or website have clear, close up pictures for these techniques?? I usually love your tutorials, this is the first one I’ve had trouble with. Thanks for your time! :)
I’m sure Maryna will be able to tell you much more, but I am getting ready to start my second pair of these socks. The written pattern does have nice, clear pictures of the trickier techniques. The only one I never could get right was the Italian bind-off. I ended up just using a stretchy bind-off instead. I actually added a couple of extra rounds before the ribbing but I imagine someone more skilled could shorten the sock instead. I was worried that the socks wouldn’t really stay on my feet but I have no problem with them slipping off when wearing running shoes. I added a picture of them on my Ravelry page with shoes on to give an idea of how high they come up on my ankles. Hope this helps! (@TheCleverHen on Ravelry)
Hello Kimberly. I'm sorry to hear the video was not clear enough. It is a knit along, so I did use a sock yarn. This yarn is thinner than the yarn I usually use in my tutorials. But don't worry - the pattern has links to separate tutorials about each technique used in this project. As to making the socks even shorter, you can bind off stitches right after you shape the back of the sock. This way, the sock won't have a tiny cuff, but it will be about 1 cm / 0.4 in shorter. But I can't guarantee that the shortened version of the sock will stay put as your husband walks.
Thank you for for sharing your experience with the sneaker socks. I'm glad they don't slip off your feet and I'm happy you plan to make one more pair :-)
I have just tried this new (to me) CO and i love it! So easy!
So happy to hear that, Karen!
Nice tutorial
Thank you, Tone :-)
How many stitches are needed for increases in total for a man’s size 11 (Canadian) shoe/ sock?
Thank you 🙏
Hi Shylynn. The number of increases depends on many variables - thickness of yarn, size of the needles, gauge, number of stitches you cast on, ease etc. It is always easier to find a pattern that already includes all necessary calculations. Happy knitting.
This way of magic loop is backwards for me. I use the back needle to knit with. Can I change that or do you have to knit with front needle like your tutorial. I have tried to follow your movement but I keep messing up. Thank you so much.
It is totally fine to work with the back needle, if that feels more comfortable to you.
@@10rowsaday oh great...thank you
Thank you for wonderful instructions :D
Thank you
I realize that people use what they have on hand....but I find the length of the cable very long. I use a shorter one. Thanks for the pattern! [PS...using a row counter/clicker makes it easier and quicker to make both socks the same measurement.]
Thank you for the tip, Mel. You are absolutely right - row counter helps with counting rounds. As to the length of the cable, of course, feel free to use any length you find comfortable. Happy knitting :-)
Mel Mack thanks for the reminder. I had a row clicker sitting right beside me and didn’t even think of using it. Will do it on the next one.
I find a kfb a lot easier than the M1. But I'm using a yarn that is quite "splitty"
Hi Shirley. It is totally fine to use your favourite way to increase stitches. Just note, that kfb creates a bar at the place where a stitch was added. M1 is less visible, but the chances are very small that someone will scrutinize the look of the toe part of your socks :-) Happy knitting!
@@10rowsaday Yes. As well as my yarn being "splitty", it's a dark blue colour. Both of these characteristics made it difficult to find the bar between the stitches from the M1 below. The M1 was easier on the section where the increase was alternated with a plain round.
Thanks for your reply!
Can I use a 2.25 needle that is all I have?
To compensate, you might want to go up a sock size. [in my case, I'm a snug knitter so I'll be using a 2.75 mm.]
Just as Mel pointed out, if you are a tight knitter, you might want to use instructions for socks that are one size bigger than the size you need. If you usually have a normal / loose tension, you can use 2.25mm needles if you keep the stitches a bit loose as you work on the project. The length of the sock is determined by measuring the sock, so even if your gauge is slightly off, there shouldn't be any major issues with fit.
Anyone else getting a hole on each side of the toe? I’ve gone over and over the directions for the cast on method and started half a dozen times being super careful not to include a yarn over but I’m still getting a distinct hole on each side. I’m about to give up on this pattern :(
As you move from working on one group of stitches to working on the other group of stitches, make sure you bring the yarn to the top before rearranging the stitches on the needles. To understand what I mean, please pay attention to what happens to the working yarn in this part of the video - th-cam.com/video/j3xwybSFo1w/w-d-xo.html This will help you avoid accidental yarn overs and you won't have any holes at the sides of the work. Happy knitting :-)
I see how you struggle with your knitting needle because of the way it is stored, twisted in a circle. With Chiaogoo needles you don't have this problem. They don't have a memory. Just a tip!
Thank you for the suggestion. I've never worked with Chiaogoo needles. I like to keep my tools simple, but if you say that those needles are much better, maybe I'll give them a try :-) Thank you.
Question: when I untwist the one side of the cast on would it work to just knit the stitch through the back leg? That is what I do to untwist a stitch . I have been pondering on that for a few days now.
I totally missed the KAL for this sock! It would have been fun to do with a group.
Thank you for the advice!
The stitches are twisted counterclockwise. That's why we need to insert the needle from left to right into the back of the stitch to untwist it. Knitting it through the back loop won't help much. You will see it when you get to the first round of the sock. Happy knitting :-)