Continental knitting, also called german knitting, european knitting, or lefthand knitting, is the process of knitting by holding the yarn in the hand opposite the working needle i. To purl in the englishstyle, you just work a knit stitch backwards. If you want to know the whys and wherefores, you have come to the right place. If youre getting a big tangled mess when knitting with two strands of yarn held together, stop at the end of every row or every other row and untwist. In her first video continental knitting for beginners she shows how to cast on, the edge stitch, the knit stitch and also how to bind off.
Using the continental method kindle edition by defranco, lucy w. Slide the knitting to the other end of the needle without turning the work. Sign up for my email list to get my free continental knitting cheat sheet. Complete with sidebars and vibrant color photographs, the book also relates ullman s personal. Intro to knitting discover the relaxing and rewarding hobby of knitting in this complete beginners course. Knit together written and illustrated by angela dominguez is a charming book based on a true story. To work a decrease from the purl side, purl 2 stitches together abbreviated p2tog instead of knitting them together. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading knit 2 together. Russian knitting is very similar to regular continental, and the knit and purl. Jun 26, 2010 directions for straight flat knitting. This technique is suitable for all knitted fabrics from the basic stockinette stitch, to any other style, such as fair isle. In the continental style, the working yarn remains fairly stationary while the right needle is wielded to do most of the work.
How to knit and purl, continentalstyle for dummies youtube. To work an ssk on the purl side, follow these steps. To pick up fix a dropped stitch by using the knit stitch, you first find and secure the dropped stitch. In this technique, you hold and throw the yarn with your left hand, which often translates into faster, easier and more even knitting.
It brings people together and helps to develop bonds. Those knitters who utilize this style are often referred to as pickers. This instructional book will show how easy and logical it is to transform from crocheting to knitting the continental way. However, use of the term lefthand knitting is discouraged by lefthanded knitters because it. Its called the portuguese style check it out in action. In other descriptions of double knitting, the first two sts are always knitted together with the. But heres the difference between the two techniques. Nov 15, 2012 purl two together through the back loop p2tog tbl posted on november 15, 2012 may 21, 2015 by knit purl sometimes this finicky little stitch is just the ticket to decrease with a resulting left slant. A basic stitch in knitting, k2tog or knit two together means exactly what it sounds like. Many europeans knit in whats called continental style. Continental knitting knit stitch for beginners cast on the oma way.
When it comes to the actual knitting, working with two or more strands at once is exactly the same as knitting with a single. This video shows you how to knit and purl in the continental style. Knit and purl in the english style knitting and purling in the english style is the most common method in the united states. Overall, this is an awesome book that you will want to hang onto for generations. As a continental or thrower, when your yarn is in the front for the bobble simply move it to the back into the knitting position and continue.
I now know how to do the continental method and i cant think of higher praise for a howto book, except a. Continue knitting the current row until you reach the secured stitch directly below. The explanation of this site is in support to my youtube video. Continental knitting knit stitch for beginners stepby step. Continental vs english knitting despite what others may say, there is no one way to learn how to knit. Holding your yarn, for instance, can be done in two different ways. The only real difference lies in how the yarn is held. Its a basic decrease that will decrease the number of stitches on your needles, and make your knitted work narrower. Aug 19, 2016 continental knitting knit stitch for beginners stepby step. Passionate and funny, serious and spirited, knit 2 together features lively lessons for beginners and more than 30 original designs for knitters of all abilities and stripes from witches britches and house slippers to a saucy apron and a table skirt.
For lots of us the only options for learning a knitting or crochet technique has been to puzzle it out from a book i had a weird twisted crochet style for years or hope you knew someone who already could do it. Pass the needle between the strands of yarn, not through strands. When theres one yarn at each end of your work, its time to work with color b, working across the same side you just knit. Readers will enjoy sitting with their loved ones going through this book with delightful illustrations and a meaningful tale. Cast on 20 stitches and knit a few rows in stockinette, ending on a purled row. Just knit 2 together, and you have a smoother seam. The portuguese style changes the way you hold the yarn, insert your needle for the knit stitch and move the working yarn for both knit and purl stitches. I bought books, i went to a local knitting store in a city i had visited i do not have one in my. Pick up a dropped stitch in the row below with knit stitch. Or, you may have been knitting for a while, but you knit slowly and wish you could knit faster. Learn how to do the ribbing, rib stitch and enjoy the needlework. Combined knitting or combination knitting is a style that combines elements of easternstyle knitting with the western techniques. I also dont like how she teaches you to decrease stitches purlwise, which creates a bump in the fabricagain, another swiss technique that we dont use in conventional knitting. Knit 2 together features lively lessons from beginners and more than 30 original designs for knitters of all abilities and stripes everything from a ladys detective hat and house slippers to a saucy apron and a table skirt.
Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. When you look at a p2tog decrease from the knit side. Nov 30, 2009 the continental method of knitting requires that you hold the working yarn in your left hand. The phrase knit two together or k2tog is commonly used in knitting patterns. To knit and purl in the continentalstyle, you hold the yarn in your left hand. The main difference between the two methods is that with english knitting you hold the yarn in your right hand and. Purl two together through the back loop p2tog tbl posted on november 15, 2012 may 21, 2015 by knit purl sometimes this finicky little stitch.
How to knit faster with continental knitting yay for. Learn how to knit faster and with more even tension by using continental knitting method. This will make the yarn a lot easier to work with as you proceed. Knitting with the yarn in ones left hand is commonly referred to as continental knitting, german knitting, european knitting, or lefthand knitting. Publishers weekly fans will eagerly snuggle in to see how the friends piece together their knitting projects while finding solace in one anothers company.
The continental method of knitting requires that you hold the working yarn in your left hand. How to join knitted pieces by sewing with backstitch dummies. Aug 16, 2010 this is one of the most common decreases. May 01, 2016 continental style knit 2 together through back loop stitch tutorial. Into the next stitch means into the first stitch on the left hand needle. Priscilla gibsonroberts, in her book knitting in the old way. Mar 15, 2012 knitting with the yarn in ones left hand is commonly referred to as continental knitting, german knitting, european knitting, or lefthand knitting. Continental style knit 2 together through back loop stitch tutorial. However, continental purling can be kind of tricky. Wrap the yarn in the usual way around the rh needle and knit the 2 slipped stitches together. I received a copy of this hardback book through a contest i. Nov 14, 2010 a perfect, neat decrease that slopes to the right. Practice your picking skills while making a bunch of these for stocking stuffers.
Usually worked on the wrong side, the right leaning p2tog decrease when viewed from the knit side is cancelled out with a yarnover so the overall stitch count remains neutral. But now there are lots of workshops taking place all over the country. Reversible twocolour double knitting double knitting is a traditional technique that produces two layers in one piece of knitting. It is often a new concept for american knitters and others who learn the english method first. Dec 19, 2014 continental vs english knitting despite what others may say, there is no one way to learn how to knit.
The best knitting thing i ever did the continental. Continue working in pattern, following the chart, and dont forget that the knit st is always the opposite color of the purl st so that the pattern on one side is the reverse image of the other side. Reversible twocolour double knitting ann kingstone. Making a knit stitch in continental knitting isnt any more difficult than other methods of knitting. Continental knitting is a technique that is admired by everybody but feared by most. However, use of the term lefthand knitting is discouraged by lefthanded knitters because it leads to. The technique can be used to form knitted tubes, selflining hats and mittens, doublesided blankets and scarves, or to impress knitting friends by working two socks at the same time on one set of needles. Pick up a dropped stitch in the row below by using a knit stitch or purl stitch. Unlike english knitting, the yarn is held in the left hand. Remember, no one has ever written a book without first learning the abcs. Patterns and stories for serious knitting fun kindle edition by ullman, tracey, clark, mel, axene, eric. Jan 17, 2012 how to do rightleaning decrease known as knit 2 together. Knit 20 in little fountain pattern ending with row 4.
Its very common to decrease by using a knit two together k2tog, but there is another decrease stitch you should know. Slip the first stitch on the lh needle as if to knit to the rh needle. The name was suggested by mary thomas in her 1938 book mary thomass. Learn to knit continental style as we cover the basic stitches, tools, yarn selection and reading patterns. Continental knitting knit stitch for beginners cast on. Knowing continental knitting will build skills that will make more advanced techniques including stranded knitting, lace and cables easier to learn and master. This stitch is essentially the same decrease, but it adds a little twist to the pattern and it can also be used to correct stitches after a mistake. As you progress in skill, you can add signature touches to your knit items like unique knitting stitches, cabled embellishments, or finished trims. Purl two together through the back loop p2tog tbl knit. Wrap and turn your knitting so the purl side is facing you.
Ive rounded up 10 of the best beginner knitting books to get you started. The name was suggested by mary thomas in her 1938 book mary thomass knitting book, where she described the technique as the better way to work in flat knitting. Learn the continental knitting knit stitch with omas stepbystep instructions. Lucy was first introduced to knitting as a young child. Learn to knit and crochet uk hand knitting association. Oct 01, 2006 passionate and funny, serious and spirited, knit 2 together features lively lessons for beginners and more than 30 original designs for knitters of all abilities and stripes from witches britches and house slippers to a saucy apron and a table skirt. While most of us are familiar with the continental and english styles of knitting, theres another way to get stitches on a needle. Continental knitting for beginners knit stitch purl. Keeping the 2 slipped stitches facing in this direction, transfer them back to the lh needle. My goals for 2016 feature mastering the art of continental knitting and i call 2016 my year. Bring the working yarn to the back of the work, and insert the right needle from left to.
How to decrease in knitting with ssk and k2tog studio knit. You can purl 2 stitches together although most knitting patterns have you decrease on right side rows only. How to knit and purl in the portuguesestyle of knitting. How to do rightleaning decrease known as knit 2 together. Its used often in knitting patterns and is one of the most common ways to decrease the number of stitches on your needle. When a combination knitter prepares to knit two stitches together, she is. See how they each slant in different directions and watch exactly how to knit each in my video tutorial. The way a knit stitch is created in the continental knitting is very similar to the way it is done in. Instead of going into the stitch from front to back, you purl by entering it from back to front. If you like this tutorial, you will love ebooks and charts. Learn how to decrease in knitting with the techniques ssk and k2tog. Knit 2 together features lively lessons from beginners and more than 30 original designs for knitters of all abilities and stripes everything from a ladys detective hat and house slippers to. Learn how to knit in the continental style the spruce crafts. Its so neat and tight, it is tighter looking than any left slanting decrease.
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