Video Knitting Course: Continental Knitting
Holding the yarn in your left hand to knit can feel awkward. Get comfy knitting Continental so you can knit faster and with better posture.
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The Continental Knit Stitch
ARVE Error: Mode: lazyload not available (ARVE Pro not active?), switching to normal modeBlog Post: Continental Knitting Tips – Do You Have the “U?”
By Liat Gat – Founder / Continental Knitting / April 15, 2011 / 33 CommentsWhen I last taught a friend to knit, I decided to teach him Continental-style from the very beginning to avoid his having to potentially switch later. He struggled with left hand-position, and the tips I show in this video were what helped him improve the most.
Read Post »Blog Post: Is Now a Good Time to Learn Continental Knitting?
By Liat Gat – Founder / Continental Knitting / August 10, 2020 / 26 CommentsA Knitfreedom student recently asked, “Hi Liat, I’m still doing what I learned as a child 60+ years ago :), wrapping the yarn around the needle with my right hand. Would this be a good time for me to learn Continental?” I say, “YES!” and here’s why.
Read Post »Blog Post: Purling Tips: How To Purl Continental Style
By Liat Gat – Founder / Continental Knitting / May 13, 2011 / 14 CommentsSo many people have been asking for tips on how to purl Continental that I’m giving this Premium video from my class away free here. Purling is the most challenging part of Continental knitting, so go slow and have patience with yourself as you practice.
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American vs. Continental Knitting
Premium VideoContinental vs. American Ribbing
Premium VideoTensioning the Yarn – Continental
Premium VideoFinger Aerobics I – Continental Knitting
Premium VideoThe Continental Knit Stitch
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Finger Aerobics II – Continental Purling
Premium VideoHaving a good grip on your yarn is essential for doing the Continental purl stitch correctly – otherwise it will continually frustrate you.
The Continental Purl Stitch
Premium VideoHere’s how do to the Continental purl stitch, with two variations. Try both and see which you like more!
Continental Yarnover
Premium Video1×1 Rib – Continental
Premium VideoMaintain Good Hand Position – The Continental “U”
Premium VideoHow to Knit Without Looking – Continental
Premium VideoTestimonial: I Learned Continental and Was in Heaven!
In regards to: Continental KnittingI’m left-handed and learned how to knit English (throwing with right hand). I took the Super Star classes to perfect my knitting. Then learned Continental and was in heaven! So much more comfortable for me as a lefty and now purling is a breeze!
– Aida H.
Testimonial: It Totally Made All the Difference
In regards to: Continental KnittingI was very, very new to knitting when I found KnitFreedom. That's where I learned Continental, and it totally made all the difference.
– Liz P.
Testimonial: Considerably Easier Than I Expected
I made the switch [to Continental Knitting], and I found it considerably easier than I expected. The huge benefit is that I can now knit Fair-Isle Designs two-handed!
– Amy T.