What's your KNITTING SKILL LEVEL? Test how good a knitter you really are!

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A simple test to assess your knitting skill level. Are you a beginner, an intermediate, or even an advanced knitter? Read the full post on my blog: nimble-needles.com/tutorials/...
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Knitting is often a solitary hobby and it can be difficult to compare yourself with others. On top of that, a lot of patterns actually ask for a certain knitting skill level. Often you find things like "suitable for advanced beginners" in the description? But what does that mean and do you fall within this category?
This video is a simple self-test so you can find out your knitting skill level.
However, I do want you to know that there is no global knitting authority that defined these levels. I more or less developed them myself and within the framework of what most designers use these days.
This means, at the end of the day this is just an arbitrary categorization and you shouldn't put too much weight on it. Knitting is a hobby and it should bring you joy.
That being said, I hope this video may also act as a guideline for the exciting journey that lies ahead of you. And I trust you view it in that light.
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Chapters:
0:00 Introduction to Knitting skill levels
0:58 Knitting Skill Level 1: Beginner
4:24 Level 2: Advanced beginner
7:27 Level 3: Intermediate knitter
11:09 Level 4: Experienced knitter
13:45 Level 5: Advanced knitter
15:35 Level 6: Master knitter
17:21 Things you should know about knitting skill levels
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@NimbleNeedles 2 жыл бұрын

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@jubierivera4801 Жыл бұрын

Jr,com,@,567) the other one of the two of the two people that have them in the same place to go get some of the kids are coming back to the other two of them are going back to the other side of them were you and your family and friends are going to the other day and then going home in the kids and we can get some more work to the other side of them were you and me to come over and get some stuff done and we are coming to get some more sleep and the other one is going to be,🎄🧑‍🎄🎄🎄🎉 I love getting to know I mean it is fun trying to get a pattern like a blanket pattern okay I'm making a grocery my auntie even got a nice blue shot but take me a little bit longer than it cuz they're going to learn how to Pearl and pearl in it too imperial three it's starting knitting training new new things and horizon lyrics haven't made any hair out of here beautiful and then he had to turn out too big you can use too big needles Cajun needles I guess you use Norman let me know in the comment I kind of needles fine works better faster 90 suggestions Norman let me know in the comments leave me alone in the comments for me thank you Norman have a nice Christmas Norman bye I'm feeling you too later okay Mommy thank you

@sarahd.7827 Жыл бұрын

Hey Norman! maybe you have a crafty Cricuit loving person in your life? Or maybe an etsy shop you already promote on your page you could work with....I think branding your emblem (the ball of yarn with 2 straight needles with NimbleNeedles above) Would make an amazing sticker, Keychain or personalized notions bag. I would buy it, and you already have an Etsy store 😉 Food for thought my friend.

@dianelavender5977 2 жыл бұрын

Fun video. My 14-year-old granddaughter and I watched it together. She has been knitting since she was three years old and has progressed to designing her own patterns, with a preference for lace shawls. She has also started a group of young knitters, and after teaching them how to knit has a group that knit for both charity and for themselves. After 60 years of nearly daily knitting, while based on your definition I am firmly a master knitter, I consider myself just a knitter. There is always something new to learn or to try. Happy knitting!

@kinga5478 Жыл бұрын

This comment made me so happy

@nicolawalker6402 Жыл бұрын

Wow that’s amazing, I was taught knitting when I was 10 but I never picked it up back up until 3 weeks ago, I had to watch some KZfaq videos as I had forgotten, I’m 41 now so it’s been a while lol I’m still at beginner’s level

@andromedaunsure72 Жыл бұрын

Oh my gawd that is something to aspire to for sure!!

@thebe1azi500 2 жыл бұрын

Love this video. And found it fun to compare how different the order I learned skills in was. I learned knit and purl stitches at the same time, and also learned cabling well before the mattress stitch. We all had different journeys in this craft and it's fascinating to hear how other people learned

@NimbleNeedles 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, definitely. I mean, I said as much at the end. Knitting is not a linear craft 😊😊

@leahkotlarchyk679 2 жыл бұрын

I got intermediate 3. This made me feel really great. I've only been knitting for about 2 years and I honestly dont think my knitting was much to write home about. But this video made me realize that I've improved far more than I thought! Thanks!

@JessicaWilbur 2 жыл бұрын

I could have written your comment! I'm the same level and was also pleasantly surprised how far I am.

@pacmanfan1214 2 жыл бұрын

Same here!

@kateneonne6757 Жыл бұрын

Me too! It's cool to see here how further we can advance our skill. I hope everyone's projects are going well!

@princemaddieful 2 жыл бұрын

Beginner 4, just started knitting a few months back and you've taught me everything I do know. Thank you Norman!!

@NimbleNeedles 2 жыл бұрын

oh wow. then, keep on knitting, eh, and onwards to master knitter, right? :)

@suzannejones5992 2 жыл бұрын

Master knitter. Knitting is part of me. I knit every day. However, your tutorial on gloves inspired me to make them for the first time. I liked that it is a recipe as I have never knitted from a pattern without altering it. I never understood that my skillset was so advanced so thank you for your tutorial. It was fun and informative. Your videos are very enjoyable, thank you. I have designed and knitted many items and even given help and support to others on you tube and face book. I live in an isolated area and have little contact with others but my knitting has kept me going and I have even sold some here. Yarn is very difficult to obtain but I have gradually found suppliers. This has also contributed to my skillset because I have had to design my own patterns. Once again, thank you for your channel it helps me feel connected.

@NimbleNeedles 2 жыл бұрын

Happy to hear you enjoyed listening despite being so well advanced 🥰🧶

@flexknits Жыл бұрын

This made me emotional. I started knitting about a year ago and I’m somewhere in the “advanced beginner” level. You have been vital to my knitting g journey and I’m so glad you do what you do! To think that I learned this wonderful life skill and creative outlet for free because of people like you who want to share their love of knitting with the world ❤️

@Annie.C.61 Жыл бұрын

What a lovely comment. 🙂❤

@yangyangwatchesgaming 2 жыл бұрын

knocked it out of the park again man! I would call myself solidly intermediate. There are some 'advanced beginner' things that I haven't done, but I also have some skills from the 'experienced' section! Your videos helped push me into intermediate, so thanks for all the time and effort you put in!

@NimbleNeedles 2 жыл бұрын

My pleasure! And yeah, I mean, those levels are not set in stone. 🧶🧶

@angelavinen2881 Жыл бұрын

Same here. I was pleasantly surprised to find that I despite being advanced beginner in some things, I was pleased to also have a lot of intermediate and advanced skills.

@deedavies887 Жыл бұрын

So, I’m a master knitter then! Thank you for this fun walk through! I’m a trainer and have been for 20 years, from team building to clinical IT systems, and yarn crafts and machine embroidery are my go to hobbies. I do craft fairs and sell items occasionally. But I create for the love of doing, not selling. I was surrounded by crafters, my aunt was a seamstress, my Nan enjoyed tapestry, my mother a qualified knitting machine pattern maker. It’s a big part of my life ☘️

@isabel4036 Жыл бұрын

I’ve been knitting since I was 5 and consider myself an intermediate/advanced knitter. I’ve knit multiple Aran and lace sweaters but have never really done much colour work. I don’t think I could ever call myself a master knitter because to me, there’s always so much more to learn and I love that. I love that even if I spend years learning colourwork, there will still be countless people out there better than me who I can learn from.

@monicakarsay4555 Жыл бұрын

My mother always told me that the more you know, the more you realize how little you know ! Don’t sell yourself short. Even master knitters have something new to learn!!

@erikakorell3038 2 жыл бұрын

I started knitting and crocheting at school. For myself in the beginning, for my 6 children, for 5 grandchildren and now for myself again. All socks, shawls, gloves, hats. Some vests, nice summer tops, intricately patterned lace scarves. I learned everything myself and there are for sure many mistakes. Because of that I like your channel. I have many things to learn.

@duarteshelia 2 ай бұрын

Advanced knitter 1 - I was surprised that I have came that far along !!!

@ellenkirkpatrick7735 2 жыл бұрын

My mother taught me to read my knitting with every stitch she taught me when I was 9. My second project included cables because I didn't know they were hard. That's when I learned to read patterns. Mom also taught me that patterns are really just suggestions, and I frequently adapted them Other things I learned as I needed but mostly I crocheted. When I was 56, I discovered magic loop (even though I had used traveling loop for years to avoid using double pointed needles) and I started knitting socks. I rarely do any other type of needlework now. I have become addicted to knitting socks, cowls and shawls in fingering weight yarn. I use worsted weight only for baby blankets and lap robes. I can knit kace but don't enjoy really fussy lace patterns. I love using basic stitches like knit, purl, slip stitches. yarn overs and pass slip stitches overs to create complicated looking patterns. This has been an entertaining video.

@wnygrl585 Жыл бұрын

I wish I could learn how to do socks.

@lisaforte1575 2 жыл бұрын

I am an Advanced Beginner, Level 1, but I have worked hats with 4 needles, knitted in the round, and I enjoyed doing cables. I wish my hand movements were more economical like yours, and that my stitches were tighter and more uniform. Thanks for your story, that made learning the levels very interesting!

@NimbleNeedles 2 жыл бұрын

I'm sure you'll get there in no time. All it takes is a little bit of practice 😊😊🧶

@monicakarsay4555 Жыл бұрын

I have noticed a while back that as a garment is worn, the stitches tend to even out. Be kind to yourself. We are our own harshest critic.

@rczv 2 жыл бұрын

Cool video, I was surprised to have reached experienced 1 according to your scale :) The way I learn might be a bit strange because I always have a very concrete project in mind and I learn the new techniques that are required for it as I need them. Also, about specialization: I tend to have periods when I am interested in one thing, and I don't knit anything else for a month or two. Then when I have had my fill, I become interested in something else and don't touch the old obsession for quite some time.

@NimbleNeedles 2 жыл бұрын

We are all unique and that should be celebrated..so..I wouldn't say that's strange. It's you! 😊🥰

@Charlie_Fuchs 2 жыл бұрын

I also learn this way. Right now, I can only do socks, which imply stockinette stitch, ribbing, elastic cast-on, decreases, knitting in the round. And I've learned so much around that one project!

@SoMagicalMichele 2 жыл бұрын

I too have learned in this way. I decided I wanted to learn how to do something and I looked it up. I didn't care how hard they said it was. I haven't run out of my passion for one subject yet, but based on decades of crochet, I know I will. :D

@mariadesantiago8696 2 жыл бұрын

Absolute beginner here. I am learning new stitch patterns and it is so exciting!

@raysunshine830 2 жыл бұрын

I am an Intermediate lvl 5! I’ve made an adorable purse using Intarsia technique. My confidence has soared this morning knowing I am further along my knitting journey than I thought. Thank you Norman!

@NimbleNeedles 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Like I said.. most ppl think they r actually not as good as they are!

@dMi_mi 2 жыл бұрын

I have so much knitted purses saved on my Pinterest.. they look so stunning, hope to make it one day. Proud of You, well done. 😌💖

@karenrichmond7547 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Norman! After years and years of crochet, I used the pandemic lockdowns to learn to knit. Now I can proudly say I'm an Intermediate level 3.5 knitter due in large part to great teachers like you. Other things I've learned over this fun journey is to attempt projects that teach you something new, be kind to yourself when the learning curve seems impossibly steep and NEVER start a new project after 9pm!

@debracisneroshhp2827 2 жыл бұрын

@Karen Richmond, Oh, how many of us have done the 'late night' creation only to realize next day, "what the heck was I doing?" 😱😹😹😹

@emmab7658 Жыл бұрын

Norman, you are a gem! 💎I am rediscovering my childhood joy of knitting and your channel is truly amazing. Your teaching is clear and precise and you have a lovely personality that always bring me in a good mood. Lots of love from a Swedish Intermediate 1 knitter. ❤

@NadineCallan 2 күн бұрын

I've done almost everything you mentioned but at this point I learned to knit when I was 5 so It's been 45 years now, I still feel I'm far from a master. You taught me how to knit in reverse so I don't have to turn my work anymore. Today I started trying to pearl in reverse as well. I mostly crochet but have been doing both lately and am trying to miniaturising both crochet and knitting. It's just kinda difficult figuring out what to use as a needle when you're trying to work with 2 threads of embroidery or a single sewing thread.

@unplainjane123 7 күн бұрын

Very fun. Nice way to tell a knitter’s journey. I’m intermediate 3 : ) been knitting for 8 months. Everything I’ve learned is from KZfaq.

@yarnmotivated-joyceswensso9744 2 жыл бұрын

This was a great video. Everyone has their own learning arch. It's also fun to review the levels in your video and note the items I'm interested in learning. Thank you.

@NimbleNeedles 2 жыл бұрын

yah..that was kind of the idea (well one of them). Glad you enjoyed watching!

@TheMetatronGirl 2 жыл бұрын

Advanced level 5, though I thoroughly enjoy just knitting patterns others have written as is. I’m more accustomed to taking inspiration from designers (I always buy the pattern!) and rewriting the pattern to my own tastes and measurements, but just following a pattern is so relaxing! Great video!

@NimbleNeedles 2 жыл бұрын

It certainly can be, I totally agree (or aggravating, if it is a bad pattern 🤣🤣)

@TheMetatronGirl 2 жыл бұрын

@@NimbleNeedles So true! 🤣🤣

@dianelavender5977 6 ай бұрын

My granddaughters and I watched your video together and enjoyed it. My 16 year old granddaughter predicted she would be an "experienced beginner". She began knitting at age 3, designing at 10, and started her own knitting club - after teaching her friends to knit at 12. I would rate her higher, but as she says, there is always more to learn. Her sister is a beginner who knits potholders for gifts, and at this point has no desire to knit more. By your ranking, after 60+ years, of knitting nearly every day, I could be considered a master knitter. While I can knit anything I choose wirh relative ease, there is always something new to learn, and technique variations to execute as we play with our sticks and string.

@Sophira1 2 жыл бұрын

What a wonderful journey you took us on! Thank you so much! xx

@DawnLangstroth 2 жыл бұрын

Norman, your videos are so great. You are much like your knitted projects: warm, gentle and absolutely adorable. Thank you for your knowledge, skill and kindness. I look forward to ever more videos in the future… 🥰❤️

@NimbleNeedles 2 жыл бұрын

there's sure more to come! already working on the next video as we speak :)

@dMi_mi 2 жыл бұрын

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@cmitchell7347 2 жыл бұрын

Interesting video, Norman! Wouldn't have considered myself a 'Master Knitter' but most of what you described is applicable. Designing pieces, subbing yarns and yarn weights, using knitter's graph paper to achieve shapes in new gauge, recreating pieces from an image, using visuals as inspiration for own creations, etc. Consider myself more of a 'process' knitter as find all the number crunching and problem solving of figuring out what's needed to obtain a certain result is usually a more rewarding challenge than the successful 'product/FO' itself. Being creative is a way of life, for me, and consider knitting to be the one area in which I"m able to excel... but embrace anything which gets the creative juices flowing.

@evabazan1966 Жыл бұрын

Always enjoy your informative videos. It was interesting to see how far I’ve come in the few years I rediscovered knitting. Still have things to try - but I know you will help me through that when that challenge faces me. Love the t shirt

@Jecavi 2 жыл бұрын

What an interesting concept for a video! I enjoyed it!!

@debrakostiha6104 2 жыл бұрын

well that was just so much fun! I feel like I'm all over the place as a knitted. I am confident with cables because I love them. Will do everything I can to avoid mattress stitch as I'm just awful at it. Just discovered the beauty of top down sweaters during covid. As you said the journey is not linear and I think the best journeys never are. Find what inspires and brings you your own joy. Thank you Norman. So much learning tucked away in all that funny.

@NimbleNeedles 2 жыл бұрын

exactly! would be stupid to stress over a thing you don't even enjoy, right? if you don't like seaming..why do it? so many different ways to get to the same result!

@brogoff1837 Жыл бұрын

My mother taught me to knit more than 50 years ago. I enjoyed it, but was always worried I "wasn't doing it right." Now, after getting my first spinning wheel and falling in love with spinning and fiber, it was a natural next step to pick up the knitting needles again. This time, there was KZfaq. And I quickly came upon your channel! I can't tell you how much your calm, happy, reassuring tutorials have meant and continue to mean to me as a returning knitter! I no longer avoid challenges but am really welcoming them. Your Knitting School is so much fun. Thank you!

@eunicebonaparte6518 Жыл бұрын

Your creativity is endless - thank you for this!

@AutumnFictions Жыл бұрын

I've been knitting for 2 months now, and I've crocheted for the past 9 years. Between my crochet experience and your tutorials I would say I'm at a Beginner 3 with technical knowledge through Intermediate 4 and a solid tension for even stitching. So far I have completed 2 projects and I am now on my 3rd project, a pair of socks. Everything has come out very nicely and I rather feel like I'm cheating. But anytime I feel like I'm missing something or messing up I just refer to your videos to learn a better technic for it. So thank you again for teaching me so much!!

@mariashepherd3319 Жыл бұрын

That was a fun video. It really takes you back to your knitting journey.

@teatimewithmema9575 Жыл бұрын

I just found your channel, and I love it. You were correct, I am a better knitter than I thought I was. A real confidence booster.

@darlenefarmer5921 2 жыл бұрын

Great video as always, Norman! Thank you.

@haruejules 2 жыл бұрын

I always enjoy your positive encouragements to enjoy and be individual!

@kerry-annmitchell6713 2 жыл бұрын

I loved this video! Thank you 😊. You are one of my go-to KZfaq knitting gurus when I need help or just to confirm I’m on the right track. Thank you again for putting the joy in knitting!

@arrowwishes8766 2 жыл бұрын

So fun! Really enjoyed this video.

@lashonda_r 9 күн бұрын

Im level 5 intermediate knitter, ive been knitting for a out a year. I feel the reason that i took to knitting is because ive been crocheting for 2 years. I love fiber arts, and not a day goes by that im not knitting and crocheting. I truly love it.

@georgiede Жыл бұрын

I’m advanced 1 if you don’t count the color work. I just never had the desire, but I really should! I learned to crochet and knit backstage as an actress and now as a child guardian, and one of my greatest joys has been teaching the children I care for backstage how to knit and crochet. Some really take to it and advance far. All of the kids in the last revival if Les Miz completed a magic loop hat, some even with cables. Many still knit all the time and I’m so happy to have added this skill to their lives. Thank you for your lovely videos.

@kimmiemamatomany6226 Жыл бұрын

Norman, you are a delight. Thoroughly loved this! Thank you! ❤️

@AJTimberlake 2 жыл бұрын

Such a fun video to watch, thank you! I came out with intermediate level 4 😊

@Gartenlust Ай бұрын

I'm pleased to have reached the intermediate level - and that's good enough for me. 😊 I also have other time-consuming and much more favourite hobbies. 🎵 Thank you for this lovely test, which is a story and not just quiz questions! 🇩🇪❤🇦🇹

@ThePiesHobbies 2 жыл бұрын

What a fabulous video, thank you Norman! It made me feel great about my progress as a knitter since starting during 2020 lockdown. 🙌

@barbarawolff1826 Жыл бұрын

I love all your videos❤. They help me exponentially. Thank you for your dedication to educating all of us learners 😊.

@shalalalaaa4126 Ай бұрын

I'm a beginner and I know that, but I like this as a path to follow. I found you yesterday and your videos are gold! As someone who's been from time to time trying to understand how to knit, you made it so clear I can only thank you from the bottom of my heart ❤️

@nicolekovacs8403 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video! this is awesome! I didn't realize how much i knitted and learned that I became and advanced knitter in just a year!😄

@ChibiChidorii Жыл бұрын

This was surprisingly a very informative video! not just to know your own level, but for someone that isn't going to classes or isn't very involved in the community and just searches for tutorials when I find the need to this is actually a great way to see what to learn next

@Liz.Green789 Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for this interesting "assessment tool" you created. I feel I will always be learning something new. I hope to, at any rate. That was valuable to me.

@dashaw852 Жыл бұрын

This was such a fun little check in for my knitting, I started knitting in November, and have a habit to immerse myself fully into my hobbies, i'm an intermediate 3 (starting lace and complex intarsia soon!) but I already look at knit garments and think, how can I make that. I've learned from youtubers like yourself and books, and hope to spread and continue this life long love! Thanks for all the educative content!!

@andreabush1742 Жыл бұрын

Great story perfect summary of skills! So fun!

@krysing7060 2 жыл бұрын

I love watching and listening to your videos. It reminds me of when I went to college in Munchen. I am an experienced knitter with some skills better mastered than others. Just happy to hear the familiar click and slide of needles any time.

@maryannefocazio6379 2 жыл бұрын

Yay. Intermediate 4!!! I’m so excited. I love your videos❤️

@reannehancock2609 2 жыл бұрын

I'm just started to knit and on beginner to the next step or two. I enjoy it! Croching for years.

@isha10fla Жыл бұрын

Brilliant what a wonderful gift to help give us encouragement to keep looking ahead of possibilities. I never knew I was at master level just having fun trying and designing better ways of knitting making it more fun and easy. Thank you ❣️

@lisasweet2536 Жыл бұрын

This is so delightful and instructive! I may be a more experienced knitter than I thought AND seeing excerpts from your tutorials helped me know where to go to gain new skills and improved others. Thanks Norman!

@Melwat1 2 жыл бұрын

What a lovely journey you took us on! I stopped at master as I’ve never made my own patterns. Maybe that’s my next goal. I’m hoping every knitter enjoyed your video as I did 🤗

@DessMelissa Жыл бұрын

This is an awesome and fun little guide, loved seeing all the variations and feel confident to say that with my almost a year off and on of knitting and learning I am an Advanced Beginner 4 and feel that Intermediate will probably be where I am at in a few months if I continue at this pace. I love the drive to improve with goalposts, but also that they aren't intimidating or far-fetched. This makes me want to just focus on the technics I have learned and hone my skills! Thanks!

@knitgirl.7676 2 жыл бұрын

I am on my way to master knitter according to your criteria. I have started measuring gauge on store bought knits and figuring out how to reproduce them without a pattern. I have been knitting for 40 years- daily in the last 20 years -I love that there is always more to learn. Thanks for this great video!

@actuallyitscady 2 жыл бұрын

Proud to be an advanced knitter after only 3 years of practice. This video really put into perspective how much I've learned! Sweaters are my area of expertise, I've knit dozens of them and I just love how different each one is from the next. There's still so many more things to learn and I hope to get to master knitter someday!

@TheVampireArmand 2 жыл бұрын

such a great video!! turns out im an intermediate level 4 knitter! keep up the great work 💖

@adill2171 2 жыл бұрын

What a graciously executed and inspiring video. Master knitting level. I enjoy teaching others, receiving great joy from their successes.

@cheyennestorey7591 3 ай бұрын

You are a very wise man. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and wisdom with us. Bright Blessings.

@annika256 2 жыл бұрын

What a fun video. I never needed to do the mattress stitch but other than that I found myself to be an advanced knitter 😊 Danke!

@sarahd.7827 Жыл бұрын

This is such a fun video!! Thanks Norman. I'm confident I'm an an experienced knitter, and successfully knitting some advanced techniques. This video is empowering to me 🫶🏼

@aprilkilroy7405 2 жыл бұрын

I enjoy listening to you and learning so much ❤

@star37021 2 жыл бұрын

Loved this Norman. Thanks!

@aggierowe9574 2 жыл бұрын

I also was lucky to learn how to knit as a child in school and from my mom, and love that it took a lifetime of picking up and putting down the needles to get to Advanced level! I am happy that I didn’t have to rush to get here, acquired many skills and stashes over time (depending on my economic level!) and now in my early 50s I love my craft room and the room to knit cable stitches to my heart’s content. Love your videos!

@elizabethb951 8 ай бұрын

Advanced beginner 4! It's amazing how the skills just sneak in. I was just having fun knitting sweaters for my dog and all of a sudden noticed that I was doing cable knit with a custom fit. ❤

@gayecairns7904 2 жыл бұрын

That was a fun video. It was also interesting to note what I do know / have learned and what is yet to explore. I'm an Intermediate 3 on your scale. I have shared the link with my knitting / crochet group and look forward to the chatter around it at our next meeting tomorrow.

@RosieKuhnPhD 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Norman for all that you put into this video. HUGE amount of work to do this so completely! Such a gift for your followers

@NimbleNeedles 2 жыл бұрын

Wow, thank you!

@ombrettad5749 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent video Norman. I am definitely an advanced beginner. I have decided to watch all of your videos from the beginning starting next Fall. It will be a good activity for the colder days. Looking forward to learning more from you. After all: A good knitter is always learning.

@Lucky-wt6fg Жыл бұрын

Really fun video. I like making up my own patterns which is lots of fun.

@andreasanford8814 2 жыл бұрын

Experienced level 1 or so, is what I think my knitting level is. Your story was a wonderful way to figure it out. I have been knitting only two and a half years, but I have learned so much and mostly through youtube. I have found a passion for fair isle hats and mittens and have designed my own patterns. I like to challenge myself with new techniques and projects regularly to keep learning more. When I first began knitting, I would always try a new project with a new skill I didn't know. There is so much more fun to learn and perfect in knitting! Thank you for your videos.

@veronicaeguiguren134 2 ай бұрын

I loved this video what an amazing recap Norman I am delighted that I found you in youtube

@helenefransz3613 2 жыл бұрын

Really interesting and clever presentation. It was fun to see what level I was but also to see all the things I have yet to learn. 😀

@maureenblakeborough6696 2 жыл бұрын

Thankyou Norman that's how you pick up stitches when I drop stitches I undo all my knitting and start all over again.

@BaltasLapinas 6 ай бұрын

beginner 3, started some time in November, thanks to your videos! :D Already made myself a set of cup coasters!

@suegillespie2081 2 жыл бұрын

I really enjoyed hearing all the skills in the various levels. I always look at your website when I want to learn or refresh my memory on a technique. Love love love your videos. 👏🏻

@NimbleNeedles 2 жыл бұрын

aww....thank you Sue!

@cksqult 2 жыл бұрын

What an inspiring video! Thanks a lot. I noticed that I am somewhere between advanced and master. I don’t need to look at my knitting, can generally recreate whatever pattern I’m looking at, though I might still buy it to see if there is some intriguing new stuff to learn, like I-cord cast on or bind off. My stash is way too big and some threads have been maturing for 30 years or more. But there is still so much to learn and enjoy 😊 Keep up the good work here and I think it’s a great way to connect with other knitters !

@MissP7197 2 ай бұрын

I’m new to this channel and am just blown away by your content Norman. I am a bit of a mix of the beginner and intermediate levels and am looking forward to being able to knit like my mum and aunt did. It isn’t lost on me how they could just knit (crochet and sew) absolutely anything, without a pattern and to a professional standard. One day, I will get there, hopefully (thanks to your channel and website!) Much love from Australia, Amanda❤

@yelenataras6096 Жыл бұрын

Love it! While I did not make a clean cut for a certain level, it did make me feel much better to realize how much I have done, learned and variety of knitted projected I made.

@sallyr.6891 4 ай бұрын

Loved this! Intermediate knitter. So much to learn!!!

@peaches2766 9 ай бұрын

I loved this Norman! Thanks

@amandas.6317 2 жыл бұрын

Intermediate level 4 or 5. I'm working on entralac and finally realized the importance of swatches. Love your content!

@mythics102 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! Definitely made me look back at what I’ve done and feel accomplished. I started knitting maybe 9-10 months now and would consider myself an advanced beginner or maybe beginning intermediate. I’ve made 3 pairs of socks, several scarves, a lace shawl, a shirt, scrunchies, and am now working a reversible double-knit potholder. The mistakes in my work always stick out to me so much, but when I give them to people they think it’s just incredible and don’t notice them. So excited to continue growing! Next I’m going to make a beautiful leaf patterned tank top for my sister, super excited as it uses the mattress stitch at the end which I’ve seen so much of but never had to use and I feel like it’s a rite of passage 😂

@easyspeak101 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video which is a great overview of knitting from beginner to expert covering the entire scope of skills and especially mapping out what it all looks like to someone who has never knitted and thought to try knitting a round coaster with string might be an idea since I found my mum's knitting needles. Wonderful explanations and illustrations..Thank you.👍😁

@aco8714 Жыл бұрын

Beginner 4. I started last week. You've taught me every stitch! 💜

@christinevoss6993 Жыл бұрын

Love this! I am definitely a adv beginner. I feel like I have just scratched the surface.

@luanyee Жыл бұрын

I enjoyed your knitting story thoroughly. An interesting way to determine your knitting level. I am glad I am at Experienced 1.

@krinklely 2 жыл бұрын

Brilliant! Outlining these developmental levels for us will inform our present and future knitting goals. You're the best, Norman!

@NimbleNeedles 2 жыл бұрын

Wow, thank you!

@joannamckay1405 Жыл бұрын

Love this video. I consider myself experienced at crochet but have been trying my hand at knitting again after several years. I’m around advanced beginner at knitting.

@lilianemann1441 2 жыл бұрын

I loved this video and how you presented knitter skill levels. So much thought and work went into it. Thank you, Norman!

@NimbleNeedles 2 жыл бұрын

You are very welcome

@kaitlync4786 Жыл бұрын

I came out to intermediate level 5! I have so many new techniques and stitches to try still and I can't wait. I tend to design projects and then learn what I need to to make them. Experimenting with different textures and techniques is the best part, and it is a great creative outlet. I am so grateful my grandmother got me started when I was young. These videos really help me learn new techniques but remind me of ones I have forgotten over the years.

@glynnisfullick699 Жыл бұрын

Loved this video I do knit a lot but can never master charts I will keep trying but won’t feel bad about it I will just enjoy what I do but still keep on learning. Thank yoy

@patriciabruno7374 2 жыл бұрын

Really enjoyed the video. I got to experienced 3. Haven't created my own pattern from scratch and need to try brioche. Love trying new styles of knitting and enjoyed Portuguese knitting and Norwegian purl.

@mandyrawlinson7687 2 жыл бұрын

This was such a fun fantastic video! I feel I am somewhere between the experienced and advanced knitter! It’s encouraged me to try some of those advanced projects that I’ve been reluctant to take on! Thanks so much for this! I watched it twice!!

@NimbleNeedles 2 жыл бұрын

Wow! I always say, a little challenge can't hurt - especially as a lot of knitters underestimate their skill 😅

@judylee3589 Жыл бұрын

Very fun and informative. My level is between a beginner 1 - 4. Thanks for your help!!!

@lindaarmstrongjackman9788 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this very creative tale of knitting.❤️ I have often wondered where I fit in when asked my skill level. “Intermediate 3-ish” seems to be the answer. So much left to try and (hopefully) accomplish. 👍👍😁