What is the magic loop?

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1. What is the magic loop?
2. How do you knit with a magic loop?
3. How do you start a magic loop?
4. Is Magic loop the same as circular needles?
5. How do I reduce Magic loop?
6. Can you knit a hat with magic loop?
7. How long is a cable magic loop?
8. What is a knitting loop called?
9. How do I cast off magic loop?
10. Can you use magic loop for hats?
11. What is a magic loop needle?
12. Can you knit a hat on 24 inch circular needles?
13. How do you do magic loop socks?
14. Do you need circular needles to knit a blanket?
15. What are the 2 types of knitting?
16. What is knit 1 Purl 1 called?
17. How do you knit two at a time socks magic loop?
18. How do you knit a magic loop on circular needles?
19. Is Magic Loop easy?
20. How many stitches can fit on a circular needle?

What is the magic loop?

The magic loop method is way of creating pieces with small circumferences (think sweater sleeves or socks) by using just one long, circular needle. It can be done on any needle size with a cable length of at least 32″ or more, so try out a few lengths to find the one that works the best for you.

How do you knit with a magic loop?

0:363:17Knitting in the Round - Magic Loop - YouTubeYouTubeInizio del clip suggeritoFine del clip suggeritoDivide the number of stitches in half fold. The cables so that half of the stitches are on one sideMoreDivide the number of stitches in half fold. The cables so that half of the stitches are on one side and half on the other. Pull on the bit of cable that appears between the two groups of stitches.

How do you start a magic loop?

1:133:45Knitting Help - Simple Magic Loop - YouTubeYouTubeInizio del clip suggeritoFine del clip suggeritoAnd then pull the extra cord out there. This is really the starting position for Magic Loop you haveMoreAnd then pull the extra cord out there. This is really the starting position for Magic Loop you have your needles pointing out to the right and extra cord over here to the left.

Is Magic loop the same as circular needles?

The Magic Loop method allows you to easily use circular needles for projects with a smaller circumference, irrespective of how long the cord is. This circular knitting method is not to be confused with the Magic Ring (Magic Loop) method used in crochet.

How do I reduce Magic loop?

13:1117:43Working With a "Magic Loop" - YouTubeYouTube

Can you knit a hat with magic loop?

With the magic loop technique you can work in the round with a circular needle avoiding the use of double pointed needles. You can knit socks, sleeves, hats, and gloves, all without DPN´s.

How long is a cable magic loop?

36 inches is the shortest length of needle that can be used for Magic Loop, so if you already have this length at home, that's fine, but if you are buying new needles, the longer, the better (up to 47 inches).

What is a knitting loop called?

In weaving, threads are always straight, running parallel either lengthwise (warp threads) or crosswise (weft threads). By contrast, the yarn in knitted fabrics follows a meandering path (a course), forming symmetric loops (also called bights) symmetrically above and below the mean path of the yarn.

How do I cast off magic loop?

2:214:41HOW TO BIND OFF IN MAGIC LOOP METHOD - YouTubeYouTube

Can you use magic loop for hats?

The pattern is actually written for short circular needles and double pointed needles - but we can easily ignore that here! There are two possibilities: On the one hand, you can knit the entire hat with a long circular needle and use the magic loop method from the cast on.

What is a magic loop needle?

Magic Loop is a technique for working in the round that avoids the use of double pointed needles. Using longer-than-usual circular needles, you can knit projects even with very small circumferences, like wee little socks, crowns of hats, cuffs of sleeves… the list goes on!

Can you knit a hat on 24 inch circular needles?

If you're knitting in pieces, then a 24-32″ (60-80 cm) circular needle can work fine for each of the flat pieces since you're working them one at a time. ... If you're knitting a hat, a 16″ (40 cm) circular needle usually works well. If it's a tiny baby hat, you might prefer a 12″ (30 cm) circular, instead.

How do you do magic loop socks?

2:001:18:18How to Knit Socks on Magic Loop - A Tutorial by Crazy Sock LadyYouTube

Do you need circular needles to knit a blanket?

I recommend ALWAYS using circular needles when knitting a blanket. You will still knit back-and-forth in rows, but the weight of the numerous stitches and growing fabric will rest on your lap as you work, rather than your wrists having to bear the strain.

What are the 2 types of knitting?

Knit fabrics can generally be stretched to a greater degree than woven types. The two basic types of knits are the weft, or filling knits—including plain, rib, purl, pattern, and double knits—and the warp knits—including tricot, raschel, and milanese.

What is knit 1 Purl 1 called?

23 Comments. If you know how to knit and purl, then you can make a textured pattern called single rib, or “knit one purl one”. k1p1 single rib. Single rib is a stretchy piece of knitting often used for cuffs and hems.

How do you knit two at a time socks magic loop?

9:1010:12How To: Magic Loop (2aat) - YouTubeYouTube

How do you knit a magic loop on circular needles?

1:304:41Knitting Help - Getting Started with Magic Loop - YouTubeYouTube

Is Magic Loop easy?

With practice, it will become simple, clear and intuitive for you. In my opinion, the magic loop technique is simple and elegant, and it avoids the problems of dropping stitches off the ends of double pointed needles.

How many stitches can fit on a circular needle?

Lengths of Circular Needles Available and Minimum Numbers of Stitches Required

Needle size mm	16in	36in
5.00mm	80	180
5.50mm	88	195
6.00mm	96	216
6.50mm	104	234