Keeping Your Loops The Right Size

Try to keep both loops of cable the same size. Having one too big and one too small can stretch out your knitting, and it also leaves you vulnerable to “losing” your loop. It’s okay – if that happens, this video shows you what to do.

Pulling 1st St Too Tight (Ladders)

This is the most common mistake among Magic Loop knitters who have switched from using DPNs. Knitters pull their first stitch tight in order to prevent a gap from appearing between the needles. Unfortunately, pulling the first stitch tight on Magic Loop actually RESULTS in ladders forming, instead of helping you avoid ladders.

When you use nice and even tension on all your stitches, you will avoid ladders. Here’s how to prevent a gap and also prevent your stitches from being too tight.

Turning Your Knitting Inside-Out

Seeing the wrong side of their knitting come out the tops of the needles can really confuse a lot of knitters who don’t have a lot of experience knitting in the round. Don’t worry, you didn’t do anything wrong.

Just watch the video to see if you accidentally turned your knitting inside-out.

Accidental Round-End Yarn-Overs

An easy fix but a frustrating problem if you don’t know what is going on.

Seeing Purl Bumps on the Outside

Purl bumps, or Reverse Stockinette stitch, are what show when the inside of your work is suddenly facing out. This can result from not getting all the way back to ready position, or stopping in the middle and going back the wrong way.

Avoid Twisting Loops Of Cable

Sometimes, especially with new needles, the cables can get crazy loopy and all in your way. Here’s how to prevent that.

Undo Knitting Stitch by Stitch on Magic Loop

When you are using Magic Loop to knit in the round, going backwards can be a little tricky, especially if you are just learning the technique.

If you need to back up, here’s how to do it: