This video is a tutorial on how to knit stranded colorwork using the continental method with two strands of yarn held in the left hand. The creator demonstrates how to tension the yarn and pick up colors while knitting, explaining the technique and its benefits. They also share a tip for preventing yarn twisting and discuss how to catch floats for a clean finish.
169488 6 лет назад 6:16This video demonstrates how to knit stranded colorwork, also known as Fair Isle knitting. The instructor explains how to hold two colors of yarn in one hand and how to switch between them while knitting. They also emphasize the importance of not pulling stitches too tight to allow the yarn to float across the back of the work.
179660 9 лет назад 3:01This video demonstrates how to "catch" long floats in stranded knitting, a technique that keeps the back of the fabric tidy and prevents snags. The video explains two methods for catching floats, one for when the yarn being carried is in the right hand and one for when it's in the left hand.
210852 8 лет назад 5:14This video provides a simple introduction to colorwork knitting. The instructor demonstrates how to change colors while knitting, using pink and purple yarn as an example. The video focuses on a specific technique for incorporating a new color into a project.
26758 3 года назад 1:26This video demonstrates how to knit on the right side in two colors using the English style. The instructor explains how to tension the yarns and enter the stitch, emphasizing the importance of yarn placement for creating a visually dominant color. The video also shows how to turn the work to ensure the desired yarn is stranding underneath.
16968 4 года назад 1:56