2 Socks at-a-time on 2 Circulars, Parts 1-7

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13 жыл бұрын

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You asked for this tutorial, so here it is! Here's how to avoid "second sock syndrome". This series of seven videos guides you through knitting two socks at the same time, using two circular needles. The pattern used in this video is available for purchase and instant download here:
verypink.com/2011/03/11/2-sock...
Part 1, Prepping the yarn:
• 2 Socks at-a-time on 2...
Part 2, Casting On:
• 2 Socks at-a-time on 2...
Part 3, Heel Flap
• 2 Socks at-a-time on 2...
Part 4, Turning the Heel
• 2 Socks at-a-time on 2...
Part 5, Gusset
• 2 Socks at-a-time on 2...
Part 6, Gusset Decreases
• 2 Socks at-a-time on 2...
Part 7, Kitchener Stitch
• 2 Socks at-a-time on 2...
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@daphnegermainribble5578 6 жыл бұрын

I love knitting both socks at same time for all reasons you gave. I learned to always knit the stitches with the needle they are on i.e. I pull the sts to right and knit with the tail end. When one half is finished I turn work and proceed as before. At the end of each half a row my needles are straight, one holding both insteps and the other holding back of both. I never have an empty needle. But - to each his own! 😀

@nch1646 7 жыл бұрын

Staci, having you by my side as I am knitting is like having a friend to help; thank you so much for all the time you take to share your knowledge! you make the world a better place, with happy people knitting warm and beautiful thing for happy recipients. It takes time to prepare and organise yourself, edit the videos but I thought I'd let you know how much it is appreciated

@stellabearse5574 4 жыл бұрын

I love how you divided up the yarn. I haven't seen this method before. Brilliant!

@annegillon 10 жыл бұрын

Can I just say thank you very much. Just knitted my first pair of socks knitted at the very same time thanks to this video and pattern. Much, much easier than I thought it would be. Fab :)

@hugatree7373 6 жыл бұрын

I just bought your pattern for this video and I'm so excited to get started! Thank-you for making these videos that coordinate with the pattern. It's a thoughtful way to help we, who are trying to figure out these new projects. I have wanted to knit socks for a long time but have been so intimidated. I now feel more confident with your help!! Thanks from a fellow Texan! I look forward to visiting your shop in Austin soon!

@patnjoe44 5 жыл бұрын

Excellent instructions. The set up was very clear to understand. I’m so glad I found this tutorial.

@joannadziubany2428 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you Staci! This was my first try on 2-socks at a time, and I succeeded! Because of the yarn I had to use a different pattern, but with your video that was not an issue. It went very smoothly. I love your video tutorials. Thanks :)

@iamnotfar 9 жыл бұрын

You make it easy to understand. Thank you for the tutorial. I have been wanting to learn for over a year! I'm so excited to start.

@sallysandwith9631 8 жыл бұрын

Thank you . You are the best in giving instructions for these socks. I'm going to start on a pair and I think I'll be able to do them. Happy knitting.

@trailbunny9026 11 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this tutorial. I used it to knit the sleeves of my first cardigan project & will definitely use it when I tackle socks! Such a wonderful technique to help insure both sleeves/socks are done & the same size.

@jamiestulpin3438 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the yarn pull tip!! I always have trouble figuring out which side the center pull is on! Absolutely helpful!!

@cherylhuff1914 5 жыл бұрын

I have knit several pairs of TAAT socks on 2 circulars. It's my favorite way to knit socks but I have some issues with directionality and I could never get either the cast-on correctly on the needles or work the heels in the correct order. I always ended up with one of the working yarns on the wrong end and had to move the stitches to DPNs to correct that and then move those stitches back to the circulars. Thank you for being so clear about what goes where and when. I've needed this video for years!

@cherylrobinson6590 8 жыл бұрын

You totally inspire me. I watched this video and and knitting 2 socks at a time. So much easier than DPNs and yes, I did get second sock syndrome. Took 2x longer to knit the second sock. Your videos are very information and easy to understand. Thank you so much for taking the time to make your videos!

@meme-le5ur 11 жыл бұрын

Just wanted to say thank you for the great tutorial. Am already working this with ease. Keep the great tutorials coming.

@joodycaat 11 жыл бұрын

You are a genius and I thank you for making my mitten-knitting so much easier, not to mention more finishable!

@dorothyforrester9083 Жыл бұрын

That was a great video! I've been wanting to learn how to knit two socks at the same time for a while. Great instruction and easy to follow. Thank you so much!

@bethh1448 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for you quick answer. I'm new to magic loop, but it looks like the way to go. Can't wait to try it! Thank you for your video!

@MsKneville 11 жыл бұрын

I love this method! It makes them more identical and there is less anxiety about that other sock!

@nicolasmith1460 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent tutorial. This is the way I want to knit socks. Don’t see much on this. So thank you so much. I’ve done magic loop 2 socks. But this looks easier. Love knitting 2. It’s a head scratcher at the beginning but get easier as you advance through the knit. Recommend it

@verypinkknits 12 жыл бұрын

@marlibpretty There are two sets of interchangeable needles that I really like - both Addi Clicks, and Knit Picks. They're both really nice, with smooth cords and joins.

@judystaroska09 12 жыл бұрын

Great video!!! I think I had an "aha" moment when you did the Kitchener stitch. I have struggled with this for a long time, but you made it clear for me. Thanks again for the marvelous videos. Makes me want to try making socks again.

@thepecanshop 13 жыл бұрын

I love your videos! They are clear instructions, good lighting--just really well done!!! Thank you so much! Looking forward to more!! Katherine

@tubasoldier3 12 жыл бұрын

@verypinkknits Thanks, I wanted someone else to think through it too, to see if I missed anything! I love your tutorials, they are very clear and helpful. I like also that sometimes you goof up, then you show us how to fix it!

@ritacain8151 12 жыл бұрын

You are amazing! Wish I had found this video BEFORE I knitted my first sock. LOL. Well now off to do my second sock and I will definately use this technique for my next pair. Thank you so very much for sharing your art and knowledge..:)

@crispappletart 11 жыл бұрын

I am so excited to try knitting two socks at one time, because I definitely suffer from Second Sock Syndrome. Thanks so much for yet another terrific video. I'm going to use this method for my next pair of socks.

@verypinkknits 11 жыл бұрын

Yes - Addi Turbo circular needles are my favorite.

@verypinkknits 12 жыл бұрын

@Melatina77 No, you could still use this technique, even if you're knitting a left and a right mitten. But most mitten patterns (like mine) don't have a L and R. They are exactly the same and interchangeable between the two hands.

@mydogky 2 ай бұрын

I find this way using two circulars is so much easier than using magic loop, I really struggled when using magic loop I was endlessly fighting with curling and twisting cords now I use ChiaoGoo cords and two circulars best decision I ever made.

@verypinkknits 12 жыл бұрын

@KEEN30 Yes - Addi Click Needles are just like Addi Turbos, except the whole interchangeable cord part. I have one of the first sets of Clicks that came out, and there is one slight difference with the older ones - the needle tips are about an inch longer than the fixed needles. But I believe that the newer Click sets have slightly shorter needle tips. Either way, they're all really nice needles, and my favorite.

@addyrain 13 жыл бұрын

That for the skein tail trick! That is going to come is so handy! You are so amazing!

@verypinkknits 12 жыл бұрын

My favorite needles are Addis - both Addi Turbos, and Addi Clicks (an interchangeable needle set). The cords are just flexible enough, and the join between the cord and the needle is super smooth, and never catches the yarn. I highly recommend these needles!

@deemckinney1238 10 жыл бұрын

Wonderful! That intro describes me perfectly (Now I have to knit ANOTHER one??) Thank you so much!

@DaisiMaiOui 9 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I figured out the cast on correctly but was knitting with the wrong needle. It was hilarious, as you can imagine. I can usually conceptualize but knitting, as usual, challenges me. I love your tutorials. I still crackup over a comment you made on a beginning lesson when I first got started 3 years ago. It doesn't need to be waterproof hahaha.

@patriciatubb3393 10 жыл бұрын

Thank you VeryPink Knits for your advice. I had thought that would be a good size but there were some recommendations for the size 40" which sounded a little large. I'll look for your Ravelry pattern; I love that site and am over there all the time. Also have told others who are "yarnaholics" to take a look. Thanks again

@patriciatubb3393 7 жыл бұрын

see you at ravelry 2. did u check out the web page. I enjoy knitting for babies and other people. Baby items can be made up and sent directly to your favorite hospital. I have about 4 blankets ready to send off.

@sradefarras 13 жыл бұрын

@verypinkknits i found it in knitty and in Ravelry. thanks sooo much! you're great!

@1blumich 5 жыл бұрын

2:45 in is everything. What was the brand of that yarn again?? I love her.

@marlibpretty 12 жыл бұрын

Glad to know this , I was thinking of getting knit picks try it set, I looked at one called symphonie tonite and near dropped dead when I saw the price. 40 dollars for a circ, not in my life time. I just really needed you input about joins and now I know, so thank you again

@harplover1 12 жыл бұрын

OMG, never have I seen anything look so difficult. Must be because I'm a new knitter, because your tutorials have been a tremendous help to me. I got as far as the heel gusset, and had to turn it off bc I was actually getting anxious trying to follow. I was thinking of trying socks next, after i complete my spiral scarf, but I changed my mind. I guess i have to be far more advanced. Great advise on the addis and knit picks interchangeable sets though. Thanks for all your tutorials. I did subscr

@verypinkknits 13 жыл бұрын

@lyric142 That's a good guess! I do sometimes use Paton's Classic Wool in my videos. But this time I believe I'm using Lion Brand Wool Ease.

@verypinkknits 13 жыл бұрын

@debbioverweg Hi Debbie - I recommend using circular needles at least 24" long, but longer cords are recommended. In the video, I'm using 32" cords.

@patricialackwitz3204 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!!!

@verypinkknits 12 жыл бұрын

I believe this is the same yarn I used in the gloves tutorial - Lion Brand Wool Ease in color "Blue Mist".

@verypinkknits 13 жыл бұрын

@AlohaCow I got my ball winder at a local yarn shop, but they are available for a good price on the Knit Picks website.

@verypinkknits 12 жыл бұрын

The really nice interchangeable needles are available from a couple of different companies. My favorites are Addi Clicks (sold at lots of different online stores) and Knit Picks Options (sold on the Knit Picks website). Good luck!

@verypinkknits 12 жыл бұрын

@tubasoldier3 Took me a minute to get my mind around that, but yes, I think it would work. The issue I see with this is that there would be potential for substantial gaps in the socks between the needles, as one needle would always be loose and hanging on the work. Other than that, I believe the method would work.

@obieecct 9 жыл бұрын

You are awesome. I just love love love your tutorials:)

@sradefarras 13 жыл бұрын

nice sweater! would love to purchase your pattern for that sweater you're wearing! you're really good at teaching us, thanks!

@MsDreamangel1 13 жыл бұрын

I really really appreciate all your work to present this video..YOU make it look dooable..however I need to digest it all to wrap my little brain around it all lol Thanks for your hard work.

@verypinkknits 13 жыл бұрын

@AlohaCow I use all different brands, but I stick to 100% wool or a wool blend.

@thatsmithlady28 11 жыл бұрын

I'm addicted to the second sock syndrome...unfortunately. What a great idea...2 circulars! Thanks very much.

@mariar8025 6 жыл бұрын

Omg! Thanks for doing a video else the written instructions will be too confusing to follow as I’m a visual learner. I just started knitting socks in magic loop. One for now haha. This method will be very interesting for me to get used too. We shall see what happens. Love all your videos.

@key8422 13 жыл бұрын

The Knitting Goddess strikes again....excellent. post.

@xkt86x 11 жыл бұрын

Genius!!! Love ur nail colors!

@verypinkknits 13 жыл бұрын

@sradefarras The sweater I'm wearing is called "Sitcom Chic", and it is available as a free pattern on the Knitty website. (Sorry, I'm unable to leave you a direct link here in the comments.)

@discoverednotcreated 8 жыл бұрын

It looks to me as if you could substitute for the temporary extra set of rounds a couple of double points. I hope that works because I don't have two sets of size 5 and it would be nice to keep the size the same even though it would only be case on round that would have different sizes and wouldn't make any difference. The cast on is kind of difficult to follow but with a little pausing and diagramming I think I'll make head and tails of it. Excellent video!

@no_peace 12 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Thanks especially for adding captions--so few videos have them.

@verypinkknits 12 жыл бұрын

@1HappyNut Yes - this pattern works for any tiny tube you want to knit, although it would get very cumbersome on the fingers of gloves. I also recommend magic loop. KZfaq won't let me link to it here, but I have another video tutorial on knitting magic loop socks, which is with just one circular needle.

@carlabainbridge 8 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Have avoided two at a time for too long!

@harplover1 12 жыл бұрын

Thank you @verypink, I will, and congrats to you @vivsgran on completing your first sock, you should be proud. :)

@verypinkknits 13 жыл бұрын

@busyhappyknitter Yes - socks can be made toe-up using magic loop (one circular needle), or with two circular needles. I may shoot a tutorial on this in the future. :)

@DawnEdwards6267 10 жыл бұрын

Thank you so very much Staci!

@crispappletart 11 жыл бұрын

I would also love to see a video on that technique. Thanks in advance!!

@SuperFireFry 12 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your quick reply on the gloves. I think I'll go out and get some wool today....what colour are the socks??

@dees350 3 жыл бұрын

Love your instruction!

@Kanaye44 12 жыл бұрын

Good to know. Thank you, for the video and the advice.

@verypinkknits 12 жыл бұрын

Yes - you can use one long circular for this technique if you like. Since you've already knit sleeves this way, the process should be simple for you...but the cast-on will be a bit trickier. You may need to use an extra needle or stitch holder to help get your CO in place. Good luck!

@verypinkknits 13 жыл бұрын

@dankimforde It's about the same thing, but the cast on is much more difficult.

@verypinkknits 12 жыл бұрын

Yes - that is possible, and a different technique for knitting socks that deserves it's own video. :) I'll get on that.

@mrsdemas 7 жыл бұрын

could you do this same method with (fingers) gloves?

@virginiabenedict3686 8 жыл бұрын

I am learning the two a time with two circulars method. I Thus far I have knitted about 2.5 inches on one side which always seems to be on the correct orientation and knittable of a 2k, 2P cable. i.e., The wrists for a pair of fingerless gloves... The first time I got turned around I found my way... Now I have been struggling to find my way back without success. I keep knitting the same side and unable to get back to the correct orientation for the second wrist.

@verypinkknits 13 жыл бұрын

@khamil731 You can do that, but it's just asking for trouble. :) The yarn is twisted in one direction all the way through the skein, and if you pull from both ends, you're likely to end up with a very tangled mess before you get very far.

@darnbunny1 7 жыл бұрын

Hi Staci, Love your tutorials. I've watched your two at at time on Magic Loop tutorial but prefer this heel. Can this pattern be knitted using Magic Loop? Thank you.

@verypinkknits 7 жыл бұрын

This pattern is really written for two circs, but if you're comfortable making slight adjustments to the way the pattern is written (the parts that talk about the needles), the pattern itself can be made on magic loop.

@darnbunny1 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you Staci. -K

@Ashleysh2 13 жыл бұрын

This video is truly fantastic. I really appreciate your guidance! I just started my socks last night :) I am using a pattern from ravelry but the techniques you show here. I am having a problem with the edge of the sock where I moved half a cast on to the other needle (ie the side where the yarn is NOT connect tot he ball) - it is just SUPER loose. Is that because my cast on was too lose?

@verypinkknits 12 жыл бұрын

It would really be the same to knit any number of socks at once, once you see how it's worked. I'd love to hear how many you get going at once!

@cdnmaddie 11 жыл бұрын

Wonderful video and instructions! Thanks very much....

@vanaphil 13 жыл бұрын

I knit my first sock so now I am ready to knit two socks at the same time!

@verypinkknits 12 жыл бұрын

All of the details for this pattern (including yarn, needles, etc) are available on my website. Just follow the link in the video description field, just below the video. For this pattern, I recommend circular needles that are at least 24" in length. Hope that helps!

@lsncred19 5 жыл бұрын

Does this technique work for any cast on , or just the long tail ?

@luv2knit2 11 жыл бұрын

Thanks for wonderful tutorials. I wish you'd used 2 balls of diff colors but I managed to keep up. I'm stopping to practice on both DPNs & 2 needles at a time up to the heel flap. Then I'll come back and pick up @ heel turnsl. I HAVE to learn on DPNs also, but sure I probably won't go back to DPNs after I get used to using 2 needles (laugh). The notes and illustrations I made for myself, I use two different color ink pens. So that takes the place of you using 2 diff color balls.

@Melatina77 12 жыл бұрын

Wow, this was very informative. I really learned a lot. I am going to try this. One question, would this only work on two exact items because mittens have thumbs differently on each one. Would that get too compilicated?

@verypinkknits 13 жыл бұрын

@bowtai1000 The length of the cord is really a personal preference - you should try different lengths and see what you like best. You can go as low as 24" or as high as 40"...I prefer 32".

@yolo22 11 жыл бұрын

this is very helpful. i'll be making my first pair of socks soon, and i really don't want to do them one at a time. thanks!

@verypinkknits 13 жыл бұрын

@mos722ify Yes, I knit that cape. :) It is a free pattern by Drops Design called "115-11 Short poncho". I'm sorry I'm unable to provide a link to it in the comments, but you can find it online and via Ravelry.

@JaikaJKlein 13 жыл бұрын

This is exactly what I was looking for!! Yea!

@verypinkknits 12 жыл бұрын

I really suggest that you work through my "Learn to Knit Socks" basic sock knitting video before you try these! This sock pattern is probably too advanced for people new to sock knitting. I have several sock knitting tutorials out, please let me know if you need help choosing one.

@LoveoftheDarkFiberArts 6 жыл бұрын

Hey Staci, if one wanted to, could a person just pull from the outside, and the inside at the same time for this method?

@verypinkknits 6 жыл бұрын

You mean from a single yarn ball? It is possible, but it is a recipe for tangles!

@1HappyNut 12 жыл бұрын

Would this method work for mittens/gloves too? I guess it would have to be for mittens or gloves worked from the cuff up. Glove fingers? Thanks for posting!

@Christinitamb 4 жыл бұрын

I'm about to start this pattern so of course I am previewing the video so I know what to do. I have never done socks on 2 needles though I figured you would knit the stitches on 1 needle back on that same needle and same with other cable needle, though I saw you completely knit them off one of them when you started. I am all confused now! Do you then completely knit them off the other one and work around like that?

@verypinkknits 4 жыл бұрын

It works either way...I demonstrate the way that I do it.

@ErinEpps 12 жыл бұрын

what length circular do you recommend for this technique?

@verypinkknits 13 жыл бұрын

@Ashleysh2 Without seeing your work first hand, I'm going to guess that yes - your cast on is probably loose. It should start to look better after you work a few rounds. :)

@marcijohnson1744 6 жыл бұрын

I was wondering. If the second sock is a mirror image of the first don't I need to start that 2nd sock on purl first (if the first sock started with knit stitches)?

@verypinkknits 6 жыл бұрын

Socks aren't mirror images of each other. There is no shaping or anything to make it necessary to make mirror-image socks, the are identical.

@verypinkknits 13 жыл бұрын

@boualalphanh You're welcome! :)

@aprilzarychta1912 8 жыл бұрын

Is it possible to use the two-at-a-time method for toe-up socks? I prefer them to cuff down overall because I always end up with less waste yarn at the end.

@verypinkknits 8 жыл бұрын

Yes - here is my tutorial: verypink.com/2014/06/04/two-socks-at-a-time-toe-up-magic-loop/ On my website, you can also see my German Short Row socks, both of those patterns are toe-up, and include instructions for two at-a-time.

@AlohaCow 13 жыл бұрын

what type of yarn do you use for socks most of the time?

@mysakura05 11 жыл бұрын

What brand of circular needles do you recommend? Addi turbo?

@robind8155 5 жыл бұрын

Like the knitted clothing at the dress form, is there a pattern of it?

@verypinkknits 5 жыл бұрын

That poncho is this pattern, not my design: www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/115-11-winter-dream

@cassiesugito 5 жыл бұрын

Whoa I didn't know you were supposed to pull the yarn out from the centre of the skein. Does it matter if you start from the outside? Thanks!

@verypinkknits 5 жыл бұрын

I always prefer to pull from the center - but that's just a personal preference. I have knitting friends who unwind from the outside, it doesn't make a difference in the knitting.

@verypinkknits 11 жыл бұрын

The Knit Picks website sells very nice ball winders like mine, at very reasonable prices.

@verypinkknits 12 жыл бұрын

@rydiecyj Getting things set up is a little complicated, but there are many people who swear that this is the very best way to knit socks. So it gets easier after the first few rounds.

@lyric142 13 жыл бұрын

Quick question - did you use Paton's Classic Wool? It looks like a ball of it that I have.

@FuadTaghiyev 9 жыл бұрын

Could you please advise book which you are using for socks knitting?

@verypinkknits 9 жыл бұрын

Fuad Taghiyev - this video doesn't follow the pattern in a book, but a downloadable pattern here: verypink.com/2011/03/11/2-socks-at-a-time-on-2-circulars/

@FuadTaghiyev 9 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot! :)