How to knit magic loop - tutorial for beginners [+ tips and tricks for neater results]
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 5 ก.ค. 2024
- A step-by-step tutorial on the magic loop knitting method and plenty of tips and tricks to avoid ladders and get neater results
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Magic loop is an ingenious method that allows you to knit small circumference projects on much larger circular needles. It's a super-easy way to knit in the round. All you need is circular needles ideally around 36" to 40" long.
The idea behind the technique is that you let the excess cable stick out to either end. And once you finished knitting across one needle, you re-adjust the cables in a way they stick out on both ends as well and you can knit across the next set of needles.
Because you constantly knit across two gaps, ladders can a problem. To prevent ladders when knitting magic loop, it's important that you keep the gaps as small as possible when you knit across. Also, avoid purl stitches as the first stitch. And then, don't tighten up too much as this can reduce the size of the stitches on the cable. And be careful when you knit the last stitch, as a lot of knitters often accidentally wear out stitches. And, as a rule of thumb, I would try to stay away from knitting complicated stitches as the first or last stitch on a needle.
And if everything else fails, the traveling magic loop method can be quite helpful.
Chapters:
0:00 Introduction to the magic loop method
2:02 How to join your knitting in the round
4:08 How to knit magic loop
8:39 Magic loop tips & tricks
16:24 Traveling magic loop
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Norman Wow! I am impressed you answered. I hadn’t thought of a small project as normally I would not do anything too small adult mittens was the smallest and I did it with double pointed needles. Like you always say I need to do what brings joy and my eyesight won’t let me do small things anymore 😢 Keep up the great videos
I have been knitting on and off for 55 or so years and have just subscribed to your TH-cam channel. I am fascinated by your knitting technique, as I was taught the English way and am really quite fast, so while I love to learn new things my old fingers did not take kindly to change😊 I have now watched many of your videos and I’m learning a great deal from you. Thank you for your patience in explaining every detail and reason for everything you do. You are a fabulous knitter and instructor ❤
Welcome to my channel ❤️
I wanted to try circular knitting for socks; your video played many times, has made that possible. I'm handy with dps, but I wanted something new. Thank you so much!
Norman...Norman....Norman..
once again you came to the rescue!! I am a crocheter learning to knit via your videos. Knitting a hat for my newest granddaughters birthday this month and was having a heck of a time with the DPNs...thank God I thought of your videos and with your help figured out magic loop knitting and I will be able to finish the hat!! Thank you many times over!!!
wow..very happy to hear that Judy. Glad you were able to finish this hat with the magic loop technique! be proud of yourself!
I’ve cracked it ! Hooray! This is why we teach both sexes at our school ( Waldorf ) to knit because it trains the mind to think . Knitting is a simple process which forms the basis for solving patterns and techniques and lays the foundation for engineering. We teach boys as well to sew ,weave , work with wood and metal not only for practical and creative reasons but to develop their thinking .You demonstrate this quality in your work , fabulous Norman!
I always learn something from you despite the fact that I’ve been knitting for a very long time! You’re the best and I love watching your tutorials.
Aww...happy to hear that my efforts at trying to find a good mix between accessible for beginners and still being worthwhile to watch for experienced knitters work out
@@NimbleNeedles you’re the best. If it’s a brand new technique, I can learn it easily from you. If it’s something I’ve been doing, I know I can watch and improve my skill. Bravo to you, Norman.
Love your videos! I particularly like that you explain why a certain thing might happen, rather than just telling us the fix for the problem. It makes it easier for us to correct our stitching if we understand why what we were doing was giving us bad results.
Exactly! that's what I am trying to do because it has helped me tremedously.
Best tutorial ever for beginners knitting magic loop. I watched dozens before finding this video. Norman's guidance is clear, accurate and at perfect pace for a beginner. 10/10
wow..thank you for these wonderful feedback, Ann! ALways happy to help!
Same here. I have been knitting for over 40 years and have started to use circular needles and had so many frustrating hours watching other videos on magic loop and had no luck as I was getting confused.
Found this video...I have succeeded!
Thank you so much from 🇬🇧 xx
I am so glad I found you. While continental knitting is becoming more popular in the US,most tutorials are in the English? Style aka “regular”knitting. My Swedish mom taught me long ago how to do a pot holder. Fast forward to 50 years. I am relearning how to knit thanks to you.
I love magic loop so much!! Magic loop is my go to technique since I started knitting!!!
I want to always learn and I decided to watch this because maybe I can learn something new even though I’ve been using magic loop for over five years
Magic loop really is magic.
With DPN I just can’t. Before I came across magic loop I had to knit pieces that wouldn’t fit the circular needles flat. This was such a revelation 😊
I so enjoy your tutorials, with all your attention to detail and all the nuance you add with your closing remarks. I'm an experienced crocheter who has just learned how to knit, so I get easily frustrated because I went from creating near-perfect garments in one craft to creating wonky stuff full of ladders in another. Knitting is so much harder! Also, the first project I chose was an overknee stocking from a pattern with ribbing and cables in magic loop. I didn't actually realise how advanced that was, I just went for it because I fancied the finished product and could not find anything like it for sale, nor was that possible in crochet! On top of that, I picked a fuzzy and splitty yarn in a dark colour, because the challenge was not big enough yet ... I've finished one stocking before I thought to go to TH-cam for tips, and it is ... well ... full of character ;-) Now that I have watched your tutorials and knit a few swatches, I will start from scratch. Literally! Not only has my knitting become a LOT neater thanks to your tips, my gauge has also changed because now that I pay so much attention to those little details, I knit much more tightly. Oops! Anyway, I'm sure my second stocking will be a lot nicer. So thanks for everything you do, you are my knitting hero!!
wow..i should print that out and hang it on the wall. thank you for sharing this stellar feedback with me.
I'm a crocheter who's now learning to knit and WOW! I relate to your comment so much!! Good luck to us :)
Sabrina, I had a good laugh reading your post. After a lifetime of knitting, I still churn out pieces which, at best, can be kindly called "full of character". As I press on with bloody-minded determination to conquer the magic loop, I shall be relying on more NimbleNeedles videos. Have checked out a few but like these ones best.
My favourite youtube channel anytime I get confused or lost in a pattern! As a knitting beginner I thank you ❤
I find Magic Loop perfect for the way I knit socks. I prefer starting at the toe, using Judy's Magic Cast On, with a German short row heel. Magic Loop keeps the heel stitches naturally separate from the instep stitches, so after I finish the toe, I put in my stitch markers for the heel; that way, they're already in place (this also shows where the round begins). I use a 26" circular needle for the sock, which sounds excessive, but it allows you to easily try on the sock as you're knitting it; a 9" or 16" needle will not allow you to do this easily, if at all. I hope this helps.
I’m an old knitter 70 years of it. Always use dpns . So my hands were “pleines de pouces “. As we say in Canada. Clumsy; so I changed to circular needles for large projects like sweaters. But I always struggled with small projects like mittens. Your technique is interesting . I appreciate that you have 2 distinct needles to help understand. Thank you
this video has given me such peace of mind. thank you. i’m sitting here crying cause i was fully under the impression i’d need to buy DPN to knit socks and now feel so relieved
I am a very new knitter. As in this is my first project. I’m trying to make hockey socks for my son and that’s what brought me to your video. 😊
How was I never taught this or seen this anywhere else?! Genius!!
Thank you i had ladders driving me crazy and frogging back so many times 😊
Norman, you are the best at simplifying these mysteries. For my brain you can always have things make sense.
That's great to hear. I'm really toying around a lot when I plan my videos but it's always good to know my efforts pay off! thank you for your feedback
Just tried the magic loop last night as my dpn’s were too long for my baby sweater. I can’t believe I wanted so long to try this technique. It’s so easy!
I would extend that to about almost all knitting techniques. If you sit down in a quiet minute, most of them are really easy after a bit of practise. Glad you finally made the jump
You're such a good teacher. My 18 y.o. niece asked me to teach her to knit. I showed her the very basic and directed her to your videos and blog.🙂
Aww..thank you. You are a gem ❤
I had never been able to knit a PAIR of socks until I watched your videos! Somehow, your explanations clicked with me and now I have knit several pairs (no more singletons!). Your explanation of magic loop - wow! In other videos I somehow missed the fact that you are always knitting with the same needle - no wonder I was confused! Thank you for all the tips on preventing ladders too. I have learned so much from you!
It's my pleasure. Glad I was able to help you understand how knitting works ❤
Thank you for the help. I tried magic loop for the first time today. I was doing it correctly... mostly!
You are brilliant! What you don't know about knitting isn't worth knowing. I so appreciate all of you're helpful videos and tips. Thanks a million for sharing your time and expertise.
haha...well, I'd say there's plenty I don't know about knitting. but finding out new stuff is part of what makes this hobby fun.
I like the extra stitch method of joining in the round, thanks!
Glad it was helpful!
I am a little confused. I know that you have to join the round if you're using circular needles the regular way, but I thought that you didn't have to do it if you use the magic loop method. So I have been knitting top-down hats without joining the first stitches, and they seem to work just fine. Now I'm curious whether there are situations (like a sleeve or sock) where joining is required to hold the project together, even with the magic loop?
Norman is simply the best. So much thought goes into each comprehensive video.
very happy to hear you appreciate all my hard work and the effort that goes into these episodes
Love love love this! Thanks to you, I’m going to tackle knitting in the round. Soon I’ll work up the nerve to try double points! I LOVE your tutorials. I watch them as I’m knitting, and almost always want to grab a nearby circ needle to try what you’re explaining. I also find your voice very pleasant and soothing. You’ve added a very positive spot of enjoyment to my days. :)
very happy to hear that Denise! thx for your lovely feedback.
Norman, you are kind, encouraging, sensible, and thorough. Thank you! Danke schön!
I get so excited when I see a new video from you. I am about 2 maybe 3 months into my knitting journey, and have started socks. Magic loop seemed like it would be the best way for me, but those ladders. Errr, iv recently ordered some 9in I'm gonna try that and move to magic loop for heels. Dpn are very intimidating. I may try it soon tho. Thanks for all your hard work and love you put in to teach us. Much love friend. Xoxo
It will take practice to get rid of them...so be patient with yourself, right? 😊❤
You are an excellent teacher! Very clear with beautiful visuals. Thank you!
Thank you so much, so well explained. You’re a perfect teacher. Thank you for the time you take.
I appreciate your honesty about magic loop,, thank you!
Just needed that like you can read my mind. I like knitting baby hats in the round. Thank you always learn from you.greetings from Oz.
Oh Norman thank you so much! I've finally smashed this and it works for a small amount of stitches too 😁
I was struggling to manage with dpns, but its a breeze after following your tutorial.
I can now knit some tiny cats in a relaxed way and now go to bed with peace of mind ❤🙏🏻 bless you.
Norman, as a new knitter, you have been super helpful to me. Your videos always include extra little tips that make a big difference. For example, in this video using two different colored needles (brilliant) and specifying that the silver one is always the working-needle. I actually put a dot of nail polish on one needle to help me get started. I also appreciate the closed-captioned. I am sure I will be watching, and re-watching, your videos for a long time. Thank you for your effort and kindness that comes through.
glad my extra effort is appreciated
Thank you Norman. You are always my go-to teacher to learn new knitting techniques
Thank you for teaching me so much. I find your teaching style very easy to understand.
This is the tutorial I always go back to, really clear, really well explained and easy to follow
Every time I get stuck on a kitting problem, you always pop up! I've learned so much from your videos and I love hour encouraging you always are, thank you! :)
I love your videos! I've been knitting for over 60 years, but I've learned so much from you. Thank you!
Norman....you are the best. I love your videos. I started knitting 2 yrs ago after I retired and joined a monthly knitting group that sent projects via mail. I joined this one because they were local to me and offered classes in store. After the first month...the world wide C happened and all in person everything stopped. Once things reopened this store decided to remain online only. I live in North Idaho which is a great place but we barely have a Joanne's and Walmart. So I have had one in person class.
The club does put out videos on the projects but they rarely explain the stitches well.
This month is knitting fingerless mittens with the first three rows k1, p1. I just could not get the gap (ladder) to go away. I thought one had to keep the switch in the same spot all the time. Now I know better.
Enough rambling....I have learned so much from your videos. Thank you. 😊
awesome!
yeah...those in person meetings really are missed!
I've been using the magic loop method for years because DPNs are too cumbersome for me. I still watched the video because I knew you would have helpful tips and tricks to make it look better and go more smoothly. And you did. Thanks for the video.
Glad it was still helpful for such an experienced knitter, Amanda! thx for watching
My go to channel for all things knitting related. Thank you so much Norman. 🙏
Thank you for all your knitting tips and tricks. You have a wonderful way of showing different techniques in a relaxed way that makes everything seem less daunting!
Thank you. Ill be restarting my sock with your tips in mind.
Thank you so much for this tutorial. You are the very best digital knitting instructor I've watched.
oh wow! thank you carol
Very helpful video. Especially your comment that successfully using circular needles is for intermediate knitters. It’s very encouraging since I’m a beginner attempting to use magic loop. Thank you.
Glad it was helpful! Though, I am very sure you will manage in no time - with a little bit of patience and some practice!
Your tutorials are wonderful! They are very organized, comprehensive, and the demonstration is excellent. Thank you sooooo much. I have learned everything on my own and have become quite addicted to knitting. It gives me an amazing feeling and would definitely say it is therapeutic. I play your videos over and over and have learned the most from you.
Going to try this for the first time on fair isle sleeves. I feel ready! Thank you!!
I wondered what magic loop was, so thank you for the tutorial, Norman. I enjoy watching your tutorials. I am going to look at your website now. I lived four years in Aschaffenburg and in Wurzburg when my husband was stationed in Germany in the mid-1970s. What a beautiful country Germany is! My mother taught me how to sew, embroider, and crochet in the 1950s. I can't imagine how many garments I would have made since then if my mother taught me knitting as well. Your shrunk must be full of awesome knitted clothing!
actually, I am not that much of a clothing knitter, i am more of a sock guy and home decor :P
Thanks Norman for your tutorial. I have been knitting for many years but I still enjoy watching your videos, always learn a little something, and find your manner soothing as well.
Norman, I love you and your message! You offer so much encouragement and enthusiasm, "in my journey with knitting." Your vocal instruction is just the right speed. It is so enjoyable to watch you.
I have only been knitting for less than a year. I decided I wanted to learn knitting when I retired, so I've been learning without an instructor. Oh my this finally made this process clear!
Once again your attire is beautifully matched to your background. The jumper playing off the edging on the cushion and those lovely orange objects under the bell dome, chef's kiss!! You're little pep talk at the end is what many a beginner no doubt needs. So thoughtful.
Thank you for your video, Norman. I learn so much from you, and love your gentle voice.
Thank you so much for this video. It was clear and I knitted a basic hat. I am very picky and hard on myself and I was very pleased with my results. Thanks again.
Thanks for all theses tricks to avoid side ladders. I sure will try pulling on the second stitch (rather than the first) to thighten my work. Traveling loop is also quite useful when you only have a short cable.
Oh yeah, you are absolutely right!
Wow what an easy way to join in the round!! Thank you. You are brilliant.
This is a VERY good and helpful tutorial! The best! Thank you so much!! I could never quite ‘get it’ before now. 😊
Glad to hear u could finally master it! Be proud of yourself! 😊❤
Wow! What an instructor....... thank you. Sir !
I really appreciate how you share your preferences but always recommend that people try other methods, techniques and tools to learn what is best for them. Your tutorials are great 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
Thanks, Norman! I'm a beginner and I'm so happy to have discovered your channel.
Thank you for this demonstration of magic loop....I am knew to knitting, and am just learning to knit in the round, so I'm looking forward to trying this technique.
Thank you very much! I have just learnt the magic loop by watching your helpful video! Your instructions are very clear and easy to follow.😊💯
THANK YOU! I thought I was losing my mind and have frogged this hat no less than 10 times because of the ladders. This makes so much more sense.
I love your videos! You always explain techniques so well and make the process so easy to understand. I always look forward to your videos. When I have a knitting question or problem I look to your videos first. Thanks so much.
aww..thank you Melissa. And remember, if there isn't a video, you can always comment and ask!
Magic loop is an amazing change in my knitting. I appreciate all of your tips and suggestions.
very happy to hear that, doris :)
This is the most easy to see and follow video I have seen for magic loop! Thank you so much!!
You are so welcome! Happy to hear my videos are able to help you along!
Thank you so much! Every time I see your videos I learn something new and since I am knew to knitting your videos really are a life saver.
Very happy to hear that ❤
Stummble upon your video as I was looking for something that had nothing to do with knitting lol.Been crocheting since I was 7, and taught myself to knit about 10 years ago. I have tried the magic loop method many,many times and always failed. Thank you for really breaking it down and making it so easy to learn. I am now a new subscriber! God Bless!
Wonderful!welcome to my channel!
Thank you Norman. Your knowledge is so appreciated.
Where have you been all my life? So glad I found you. I adore your tutorials. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and experience as well as all of your efforts on our behalf.
Thank you for this! I appreciate the added tips about getting your tension correct.
Glad it was helpful, Margaret. I personally feel the second part of the video is so much more important. the technique itself is very simple..it's getting it right that's hard.
You are the best!! I just started knitting recently and you have been my biggest help in learning all the basics, thanks for putting all your tutorials and tips out there!!! :)
Thank you very much for explaining this knitting technique so meticulously for us!
I LOVE magic loop!!! It makes a huge difference when you are making smaller diameter items and you don’t want to fiddle with DPNs.
Brilliant one of the Best knitters I have ever watched so precise Thanks ❤
You are an excellent teacher. Thank you for demonstrating this technique and including the troubleshooting at the same time. I love your passion for the craft and your encouragement and kindness which is very evident.
You are more than welcome, Lynne!
I am not sure if you will read it but I want to share that I've just begun knitting and I find your videos so very helpful. I keep coming back to your videos whenever I am stuck! And I also find your voice very soothing and sweet. Thank you 😊
i try to read all comments. THese days, I sadly dont have the time to reply to everyone :) Either way, thank you so much for sharing your feedback.
Thank you so much for your very thorough and easy to understand instructions!!
I’ve never been able to understand magic loop despite watching loads of videos on it 😂 Thank you so much for this video, I fully understand now! Xxxx
Thank you so much for sharing your expertise. I always learn something from you - your tips and tricks are so helpful. Most of all I appreciate your recognition that everyone is different. You are gentle in the way you encourage exploration and remind people to give it time and patience as they learn. Excellent teacher!
Thank you for creating this video and posting. It is filled with helpful information.
Thank you for your informative and kind words! Knitting with magic loop is still a challenge for me, and so I was a little discouraged to have to knit patterns flat, but your video helped a lot. I am getting slightly better at this each time and it is nice to learn different ways of working in the round.
Very thorough and helpful. Thanks, Norman!
Hi , I've just found your channel , I didn't want to use dpns. Your explanations and visuals are perfect ! .I'm a crocheter usually but I decided to try knitting as i prefer a knitted look on a cardigan for children . Thank you for your video .😊
Thank you for your amazing videos. They are so helpful for this knitting newbie and I have learnt so much. They are a great resource that keep coming back too.
You're my go to person for knitting advice as well as your hearfelt comments about patience and learning. TYTYTY
Oh thank you!
I don't tell you thank you often enough! You're an amazing teacher and with your help I'm tackling all of the knitting projects of my dreams! Tytyty! ❤
Thank you so much!
This is a great tutorial to help me clear up some ladder issues. Thanks for your gentle teaching.
It's always a pleasure 😊❤
Thank you. I love your teaching ways.
Thank you for this video, Norman. Your instructions are so clear as usual. I am going to try the magic loop technique.
Have fun!
Norman, you are so great! Your training style is superb. Thank you!
Glad you enjoy it and my way of teaching works for you, Charles :)
Thank you for making this video. Your clear explanation made it so easy to learn.
Thank you for the encouraging words at the end. I wanted to make my first hat and so I thought it might be time to level up my knitting skills. Watching the video I was getting discouraged but the encouragement at the end just gave me a boost to try it out. 😊
Thank you, Norman. I now feel confident enough to give magic loop a go. Great video You really explained it all so simply and clearly.
Glad it was helpful, Richard!
I love DPNs but I am very excited to try this new method. Thanks for this easy to understand video!
Your channel is a godsend! Thank you for all the super tips.
Thanks for sharing this valuable information. I tried these methods and now my knitting in the round is a lot smoother.
This was an excellent tutorial! I have just started learning how to knit but am determined to make a sweater as my first project. I started following a tutorial that unfortunately required using different cord lengths. I'm still at the point where I am figuring out if this is a hobby worth investing more money in. This tutorial helped me knit in the round without having to spend more money (for now)! Thank you for making knitting accessible for people in the same situation as me. 😊