How to M1L and M1R (Make one Left and Make one Right) for beginners

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A step by step tutorial to knitting M1L and M1R for beginners
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Make one left and make one right are two easy ways to increase knitting stitches for beginners. They form a pair so you can increase a project evenly on both sides.
M1L is a left-leaning increase and M1R a right-leaning increase. Both are created by picking up the yarn between two stitches. For M1L you pick it up so it leans to the left (so from the front) and for M1R you pick it up so it leans to the right (so from the back). Then you knit this extra loop twisted which prevents an eyelet from being formed.
You can knit the increase on the return row like a regular stitch.
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@NimbleNeedles 4 жыл бұрын

I hope you enjoyed this video! Make sure to comment with any questions and problems you may have had knitting these two increases!

@elizabethtrimble6853 2 жыл бұрын

I'm always so impressed with your tutorials, and this one is no exception. I loved how you explained the way to remember which way to insert the needle, as well as why you need to twist the stitch. I'll never have to look up M1R or M1L again!

@NimbleNeedles 2 жыл бұрын

very happy to hear that. took me a while to figure out a nice mnemonic so ppl can remember easily.

@christinevalentine3373 Жыл бұрын

Thanks Norman, the mnemonic I use is to Make 1 Right pick up from the Rear. I am dyslexic and I have difficulty discerning the lean of the fibre. Eventually I abbreviated the reminder to Right Rear. It works for me. 🙃. Love the demonstration. Thank you very much.

@sonjawade6984 3 жыл бұрын

Your tutorials are simplified for both returners and beginner knitters. After a few failed garments, hey presto, with your help I have just completed a gorgeous cardigan for my granddaughter. I am now starting on Christmas socks for friends ( yes I know Christmas is a while away)🤣. But after watching your tutorial for beginners socks, I can’t put my needles down. You are simply the best on KZfaq. Keep them coming🥰

@NimbleNeedles 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Sonja. And very happy to hear you were able to finish your gift. Comments like these really give me so much energy because that's what it's all about. Sharing this amazing hobby with the world

@dawnrisingbythewaters...2710 Жыл бұрын

I have been knitting for 10 years now. After a break I needed a refresher of some of the terms on a shawl pattern. I have watched many tutorials over the years for different crafts. This was by far the best explanation of a technique I have ever seen. Thank you Norman for your gift of teaching.

@blaskis 3 ай бұрын

THANK YOU!! I'm a beginner and have really been struggling with the m1r/m1l, but this video was super helpful

@queenbwh1 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this video! It is so clear and easy to follow. Your tips to help remember which way to pick up the yarn and knit it for M1L and M1R are fabulous!

@NimbleNeedles 3 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear that you liked my little memory tips. I'm very bad at this so I always have to find crutches like that for about every stitch, lol! :P

@jwatson4610 7 күн бұрын

Thank you. This is so easy to understand 😊

@rebalspirit 5 ай бұрын

You have the best, most understandable video tutorials for Knitters. Your camera position is perfect for demostrating exactly what you are doing. You are the unrivaled teacher for us newbies. ❤

@NimbleNeedles 5 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!

@debrakostiha6104 3 жыл бұрын

just discovered you and I am binge watching your episodes. Your explanations are so clear and well thought out. Even though I have been knitting for many years I love learning how others techniques and tips. Your website is lovely also. I'm sorry that your travel blog was put on hold for a bit but I am so glad you decided to share your knitting skills and knowledge.

@NimbleNeedles 3 жыл бұрын

So happy to hear that Debra. I put a lot of effort into my website

@loveinseattle Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Norman! So detailed and helpful. No idea how I'd learn how to knit without your videos!! 🥰

@christinevalentine3373 Жыл бұрын

I totally agree, detailed and helpful, perfect descriptions of how satisfying Norman’s videos are for me too.

@cm4107 2 жыл бұрын

This is the easiest way I have ever heard to remember which way to pick up the yarn! Thank you.

@NimbleNeedles 2 жыл бұрын

took me quite long to figure out a way that really made sense ^^

@sandraharper1184 Ай бұрын

Thank you for such a clear explanation ❤

@RachelMadeBoutiqueDolls Жыл бұрын

I’m learning to knit and this is the best tutorial I could find on these leaning stitches, they totally make sense now. Thank you!!

@coral1396 7 ай бұрын

Hi thank you for all the valuable work you do here on youtube!!! im a beginner and one thing about this video: i was searching for" how to increase in knitting, and this video here took me some seaching, so maybe include the word "increase" (achso und liebe grüße von einer deutschen die auf englisch stricken lernt haha)

@hannahsideris4353 Жыл бұрын

Ach, dieses Video hab ich gestern abend nicht kommentiert. Super, vielen Dank. Über Nacht hab ich anscheinend beides im Schlaf geübt, heute hab ich beides problemlos stricken können. Vielen Dank, Norman.

@NimbleNeedles Жыл бұрын

Super. Eine Nacht drüber schlafen wirkt oft Wunder!

@inkipinki8468 2 жыл бұрын

You are brilliant at demonstrating and giving tips to ensure you are doing it right! Thank you.

@NimbleNeedles 2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@deianeraaudiffred9157 8 ай бұрын

this was so helpful, especially the part with the little diamond shaped swatch explaining about the ridge! the pattern i'm working on calls for an increase at the sides of my work instead of in the middle like something raglan shaped so i got quite confused about which one had to go where😄

@nanastevens4094 2 жыл бұрын

Well, now I know why I get those holes. Thank you very much.

@dolcevita927 Жыл бұрын

I've watched a few videos with their own mnemonics, but this is the best video on M1R & M1L and how to memorize them!! Thanks so much! Love all of your videos!

@NimbleNeedles Жыл бұрын

heh. i actually want to do a full video with mnemonics!

@nancymorrow9389 2 жыл бұрын

I have crocheted for years and I love needle tatting. I have always want to knit my daughter and I took a class which was a waste of time and money to learn absolutely nothing. We have learned more in a few days of watching your videos then we ever dreamed of accomplishing. I can't thank you enough

@NimbleNeedles 2 жыл бұрын

Haha..does this mean I need to charge for my videos? 😅🤣🤭

@lalatochynski634 Жыл бұрын

Now I know what I was doing incorrectly! Thank you!

@sharilafferty5638 Жыл бұрын

I love your videos!!! You are the first place I go to learn something new, or refresh my memory. You are so encouraging in all things! Thank you for your time, effort and patience.

@goblinspoons 2 жыл бұрын

So glad I found this video. You always make such clear stitches to show what's needed.

@jananappi9325 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Best explanation I’ve seen.

@NimbleNeedles 2 жыл бұрын

Wow, thanks!

@emmayoung9218 Жыл бұрын

I love your videos, they're so clear and concise! Perfect for a newbie. Thanks!

@gabischnell3196 2 ай бұрын

Great teacher, thanks 👍

@KarenDeschenes Жыл бұрын

Very clear explanation for a new knitter like me!

@joycerodriguez6837 2 жыл бұрын

You are always so clear in the tutorials, thanks for making knitting fun and easy🥰

@NimbleNeedles 2 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome, Joyce 😊

@marianfairburn8613 Жыл бұрын

Best tutorial on this subject that I’ve seen!

@carmenmegill6674 Жыл бұрын

Thank you. This was very helpful.

@clair8776 2 жыл бұрын

I just found your channel today and am watching through the different playlists. Thank you for all these detailed tutorials. Your instructions are very clear.

@NimbleNeedles 2 жыл бұрын

So happy to hear this & welcome to my channel, Clair

@katywuste9054 Жыл бұрын

Really great explanation. Thank you so much 😊

@yliberal6355 3 жыл бұрын

Great demonstration!

@laurienesdahl6817 2 жыл бұрын

I just discovered you and I am binge watching! Love your practical and yet interesting instruction! Thank you so much!!

@NimbleNeedles 2 жыл бұрын

very happy to hear that. Welcome to my channel Laurie!

@chilipeprsandi 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this very detailed video. I think I’ve done this once, but I really hope to learn more techniques in knitting. 💕

@NimbleNeedles 2 жыл бұрын

You can do it!

@PiklizTafia 2 ай бұрын

Thanks ! It finally makes sense to me 😊

@lindajeffrey9646 2 жыл бұрын

I want to thank you for posting this video. I had struggled with this increase for a long time. So helpful and clear. You have a big fan in Tillamook Oregon.

@NimbleNeedles 2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful Linda! and greetings from Germany

@leilaramagopalpertl9107 2 жыл бұрын

Love this explanation! Thank you!

@margitschendel1605 9 ай бұрын

Supimpa! Muito grata pela excelente aula. 😊

@annesfeltedfriends 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Norman! I’m just knitting a top down raglan sweater and forgot m1l and m1r. Your video was just what I needed! Thanks💕

@NimbleNeedles 2 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome!

@michellepayne9315 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this very detailed instruction. It’s the best ❤️❤️

@NimbleNeedles 2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful, Michelle!

@peaches7551 2 жыл бұрын

Wow!!!! Your awesome!! Thank you......thank you!! Best explanation I have seen TRULY.

@NimbleNeedles 2 жыл бұрын

Wow, thanks! *blush* happy to hear that!

@semadt 2 жыл бұрын

Vielen Dank für dieses Tutorial - vielleicht kann ich mir endlich merken, welche Zunahme wie herum gestrickt wird!

@NimbleNeedles 2 жыл бұрын

heh...hoffentlich!

@assoupark 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you sir u help me

@apwhoa7767 2 жыл бұрын

thumbs up👍

@NimbleNeedles 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Anna! 👍

@dawn531 11 ай бұрын

Hi I’m sure you did a tutorial on how to get the holes that are formed either side of a raglan strip looking the same. When I do my M1L etc the holes on either side are not uniform. I’m sure you showed us a technique to combat this but I can’t find it!

@NimbleNeedles 11 ай бұрын

No, i have no tutorial on raglan increases. However, I DO have a library of knitting stitches with plenty of increase alternatives: nimble-needles.com/knitting-techniques-library/

@reeinvented914 2 жыл бұрын

What's the best increase method to create a seamless top down yoke sweater?

@NimbleNeedles 2 жыл бұрын

There's no single best method. Entirely depends on your preference 🤷‍♂️

@reeinvented914 2 жыл бұрын

@@NimbleNeedles Thanks so much! I'm learning to make my own top down yoke sweater without relying on a pattern. Planning to do a basic striped pattern.

@elizabethdanielsson8613 10 ай бұрын

🙏❤️

@rosiemckinney1061 3 ай бұрын

@Norman My pattern requires K1 M1L, knit across, M1R, K1. Then again on the purl row, which is where I am getting confused. Can you help me with this so the sts on both side lean correctly. My M1PR into the M1L St on the row below gets messed up. There's something I am not doing correctly. Thank you for your help. Does M1PR lean L on the K side?

@NimbleNeedles 3 ай бұрын

nimble-needles.com/stitches/how-to-knit-m1pl-make-one-purl-left/

@tic857 2 жыл бұрын

I'm sorry but I still don't have the full picture. Lets say my pattern increase says "M1" at the end of the row on the right side, and "M1" on beginning of the row on the wrong side, do I do a M1L, flip and then a M1R? Or do I stick with one?

@NimbleNeedles 2 жыл бұрын

hm..that would be a kind of strange pattern. You cannot knit a m1l at the end of the row. and even if you could, stacking these increases without a row in between is a bad idea.

@tic857 2 жыл бұрын

@@NimbleNeedles oh I see. Does that mean most patterns only make an increase on either the right or wrong side, and not both? The pattern I'm working on is for a hooded scarf and it says: RS: K34, M1, K1 WS: K1, M1, K to the end Repeat until you reach 55 stitches. The whole project is garter stitch. Is this sort of increase unusual? My frustration has been I don't know whether do to M1R or M1L. And its not clear to me whether M1R or L is talking about the result of the whole edge sloping upward right or left, or if it is referring to a stitch position and direction similar to how you see a bar for purl and a V for knit.

@NimbleNeedles 2 жыл бұрын

@@tic857 yep