You said “25 years” and I pictured infant you in your crib, knitting.

@NimbleNeedles

Жыл бұрын

well...if you watched my other video is was around 5ish. So..well..not quite infant anymore :P

Norman, I enjoy your straightforward way of explaining things. I especially appreciate that you are not forcing knitters to knit in a specific style. I appreciate your constant reminders to consult a professional if there is pain. Since everything can be found on the internet, many of us have become our own doctors and that is bad and dangerous. Your videos always have the little parts that make me chuckle and I can easily watch your longer format videos in one sitting. Thank you for all that you do. ❤

@NimbleNeedles

Жыл бұрын

Ha...I'm always not sure if my humor isn't a bit top German for my mostly American audience 😅🙈

@heatherthomas7524

Жыл бұрын

@@NimbleNeedles love your humor and your overall disposition!

@nydialuz314

9 ай бұрын

@@NimbleNeedlesnot at all. I love your sense of humor.

Please do a video that focuses on how to teach yourself to knit without looking! There are so many components to this and I’ve yet to master them all these years. Please help us with that! And thank you so much for this great ergonomics video! SO helpful! ❤

@eileenfb1948

Жыл бұрын

big needles, thick wool, use left index finger to hold next stitch so you know where it is.

I know all these rules but once I start knitting, even with a timer, I think just one more row!😂 I knit for charity and so I feel like I’m never finished. There are so many in need and I am so blessed that I feel obligated to help by using the talents God gave me. Thank you for giving such solid advice. I will work harder to treat myself kinder. After all, if I injure myself, I won’t be able to knit at all! And bless you for thinking I could knit for only 4 hours a day!

@TheSuzberry

Жыл бұрын

My friends and I also knit for charity. But some fellow knitters are having to take an extended break. Take care of yourself first, so you can continue to knit for others.

@NimbleNeedles

Жыл бұрын

Well, two things to consider really. FIrst of all, if you are put on the list of people in need (of metical attention), you won't be in any position to help yourself anymore. So, that's less than ideal. So, you got that right. And secondly, and I don't want to say this to diminish the worth of your work and your generosity, if you feel you want to help even more people, do not forget that there are other ways to help. YOu coould even host a little knitting meet-up where more people knit the items that are needed. Things like that.

@janvafa9959

Жыл бұрын

@@NimbleNeedles - also teaching others to knit and teaching using a charity pattern… think like Girl Scouts or 4-H or a school/church group!

@sabbya.8112

Жыл бұрын

I also knit and crochet alot for others . I always have. BUT be kind to yourself and make yourself something from time to time. I have finished 3 shawls in january (crochet for others) but i have cast on a knit cardigan for myself for our nxt australian winter. I am crafting a bit less now and taking breaks. I find i still get enough done. And like norman mentioned. We can do other things for others also. 😁

@carlytasmith5754

Жыл бұрын

I feel the same way. I knit a lot for charity too. I usually knit for 4 hours a day but I will take 1 or 2 days off. I also switch up my knitting with crocheting and cross stitch. This way I’m using different muscles🧶

Thank you so much for this video, Norman! Many people with disabilities and chronic pain have turned to knitting as a hobby since there are many other physical activities that we just can't do - it would be terrible if we had to give up knitting due to pain, too, so it's important to take care of ourselves!

@NimbleNeedles

Жыл бұрын

Yeah...I still remember when my grandma had to give it up 😓

The metaphor about holding a glass of water was very helpful. As someone who is prone to migraines, that certainly put things into perspective. It's very easy to forget that eye strain and tension in the neck can make migraines occur more frequently. Thank you for putting together this video, very informative like always!

@NimbleNeedles

Жыл бұрын

yes, same issue here. Really have to be careful about tha.t i mean..my triggers are different but these things can make it a lot worse!

As an ex- medical professional, this was a wonderful video! I love that you didn't only focus on hands and wrists, but also overall posture, eyes, and even skin health! Admittedly, I always forget to give my eyes a break 😅. The only thing I'd mention is (unless you're told differently by your doctor) NEVER use ridged wrist braces while you're actively using your hands or wrists. Unless instructed differently by your doctor, you should only wear ridged braces while you sleep. If you wear them while actively using your hands and wrists you can cause worse issues or new issues. I could go into the lengthy "why this happens," but those who are curious can easily look it up or ask their doctor. Also, in the US, some specialist that are best with musculoskeletal type pain will generally be in the sports medicine realm; occupational therapist are wonderful resources for upper extremity issues. As always, thank you, Norman!

@juliastone7521

Жыл бұрын

Oh, yeah. One other thing... they make these goofy looking glasses that you can keep posture or relax you head back while still being able to see your knitting. You need to be stationary to use them, and you should take frequent eye breaks while using them, but for those who have neck pain from looking down constantly they do help! They're also fairly cheap.

@lisac3089

Жыл бұрын

those wrist braces create severe tendonitis in my elbow! Because I didn’t seek assistance.

@NimbleNeedles

Жыл бұрын

yeah... I mean,...really difficult to put everything into a video without getting it to long. But I did kind of forget to mention that I typically use those flexible wrist supports for other manual tasks (like painting the walls etc). so thank you for adding that.

Oh, Norman, can I just say I love you? LOL, you know what I mean. You have a way of educating me and brightening my day in one fell swoop. This video was just what I needed as I often do many of the things you say one shouldn't do. And I have been meaning to get one of the neck lights for a donkey's age. Additionally, I laughed out loud when you did your wiggle on the chair. I so needed that! I just lost my old dog and have been so sad. You truly brighten my day. Thank you for being you! :)

@NimbleNeedles

Жыл бұрын

Happy to hear that I could bring some joy to you life ❤️

Yes I’d like to see a video about moving the stitches toward the tip as you knit rather than pushing the needle down every once in a while

Important: if you are in pain, seek out a doctor, not a youtube video. Also, if you are in pain, do not forget about your other activities (too much typing on your mobile phone, at your pcs, garden work,... all these also be the culprit). And if you would like to support my work, then you can do so on patreon: www.patreon.com/nimbleneedlez

@amethystskeels3788

Жыл бұрын

Definitely interested in ways to tension and move your yarn while working. I do a mix of a lot of things based on the yarn but I'm still learning too

@glenford5254

4 ай бұрын

I’ve picked up sone good tips from you Norman. The one to stop the loopy stitch is excellent But the tension. ,to get the right needle size , has always eluded me. I’ve to many stitches to 5 centimetres. Is that a bigger needle

I have never considered knitting to be potentially straining on so many upper body joints and muscles. This made me want to translate the body care regimens I do for sports to knitting! :D This was very informative and I really appreciate the time you spent researching and demonstrating the products and techniques for this video! ('Cause I seldom comment, I just wanted to add that I love seeing more experienced men knit and teach knitting. It makes me proud that I picked up this hobby and less embarrassed when I do it in public as a guy. So, thank you

@NimbleNeedles

Жыл бұрын

yes...i think as a society we were conditioned, especially men were and to a degree still are, to see few certain sports as proper sports. Yet, things like chess, or formular one (sitting in the car, right) can be just as exchaustive. Anyway, before I start rambling..yes thinking about knitting in your body care regimens is definitely not a bad idea!

@gracemaebrown9428

Жыл бұрын

That’s wild to me, I experience a lot of pain when I do knitting or crochet. I constantly have to give my hands breaks and do exercises and stretches to avoid pain in my hands, elbows, and shoulders!

first of all, this is the best disclaimer i've seen! my physical therapist says that the only bad posture is the one you're in for too long. also, your tip of sitting on a towel is similar to one i learned in pt! my pt suggested rolling a little towel and placing it under my tailbone when sitting because it tends to encourage you to sit with a more neutral spine. she also showed me ways to use the kinesthetic tape you showed to help support some of my painful areas. this is a super informative video that still stands to remind us to find the techniques and products that work best for us

@NimbleNeedles

Жыл бұрын

happy to hear that my advice is in line with your pt. and yeah...those tapes can be so amazing!

You’re such an accepting and warm person, it’s a pleasure to watch you. Hope all the positive comments outweigh the negative ‘mans-planning’ ones!

@NimbleNeedles

Жыл бұрын

they sure do! It's like one in 1000 :P

This video is so interesting and helpful. Thank you very much, Norman! My grandma was knitting all evening long, in my memory. But when I think about her longer, in fact she was doing breaks at least once or twice per hour. She cooked some tea, fed the dog etc. Taking breaks is so important. I do the same today and knitting feels so much better and doesn’t cause any pain. And I set myself a limit of maximum ca. 800 Stiches a day. The learning is: listen to your grandma! ❤

Dear Norman In my humble opinion your videos are the most valuable ones, because your tips are worth a million. I basically take your tips with me every stich . Thank you so very much for your contribution, and I am aware of the time and effort you invest in each of your tutorials. But....hey, they are precious gems world wide. I'm sure all your watchers feel the same way. 🙏💖💖💖

@NimbleNeedles

Жыл бұрын

aww..thank you for your kind feedback, yael!

For a very long time, I have practiced taking dance breaks from the activities that require me to sit in one place and concentrate. Moving my body refreshes my brain and my muscles! : ) Thank you for this wonderful video!

We can always count on you to deliver such extensive, informative and pleasant videos Norman. For a beginner like me this is priceless info. Vielen Dank!! ♥️

@NimbleNeedles

Жыл бұрын

gern geschehen! :)

Just wanted to say thank you for sharing your seemingly endless knowledge, which has been incredibly helpful throughout my journey of learning this wonderful craft. You spoke of that neck light in a previous video, and I immediately bought one. It has been such an unexpectedly useful tool, saving my weary eyes, and helping me knit for longer. I love your videos, Norman. Keep ‘em coming! 💖

Thank you for this video! As a professional violinist/violist and teacher, I've gone through my fair share of playing-related injuries (carpel tunnel, tendonitis, tennis elbow, and more). Many of the things that I now tell my students (and myself) to avoid pain and injury are similar to what you mention here. I'll have to start bringing those into my knitting more!

Watching TV has really helped with eye strain. It sounds weird but when I'm moving my eyes up to the TV and my shoulders and back, it helps change the focus and give me a little longer to knit before I have to look away

Thanks for all the information. I laughed when you mentioned pushing the tips of the needles with fingers. Started out doing that with heavier weight yarns. Definitely didn't go well with knitting a pair of socks with fingering weight. For me, breaks are first and foremost. There are days when I don't touch my socks but head to my crochet hook with a bulky yarn project. Some days I lever my right arm, some days my left wrist is braced, et cetera. You do you. And most importantly, as you emphasized, a health care professional can help find answers when the pain isn't going away.

@NimbleNeedles

Жыл бұрын

yah...those sock needles hurt!! as much as I love knitting with small needles, doing it constantly is not exactly good for my fingers. ANd when I do notice those inavoidable signs, I know high time, or rather 5 past noon to stop!

As always, love your work. Describing what works for you and what works for OTHERS is a large part of what is different in your presentation - so many people only make suggestions that work for them Keep it up

@NimbleNeedles

Жыл бұрын

I sure will try my best to keep more videos coming!

Thank you for providing these tips and suggestions.

Thank you for such a thorough video and all the nuance you bring when you explore topics like this. I appreciate the time and care you put into both your patterns and your channel. All the best!

Thanks Norman for another well researched and well presented topic. As someone on the beginning of their knitting journey but with an older body, the gap between everything being ok and having joint pain is quite small. All the best. Cheers.

I love that you explained the mechanics and basic principles behind posture while knitting. It's so important to understand them.

Thank you Norman, as always your information is spot on...great and informative video!

Thank you, Norman, for the valuable information. I so enjoyed this video.

Another fabulous video. I love your videos. They are packed with useful information but are still entertaining. Thanks Norman!

Such good common sense. Sometimes, we all could use a reminder. Thank you. 😊❤️

Another great video, thank you, Norman! Interestingly, I have discovered that my wrists prefer long straight needles rather than the short needles of circulars. My wrists feel more supported using straight needles, especially if I use long double pointed needles with a Shetland knitting belt. Thank goodness we all have lots of options to try, so that we can keep on knitting! And yes.... regular breaks are so vital!👍

@NimbleNeedles

Жыл бұрын

well, a knitting belt certainly takes away even more weight than short needles. And obviously, as you said, this is about options and possible causes. Glad you found something that works so well for you

@dannwan8537

9 ай бұрын

@@NimbleNeedles Hello my question is what about headache pain or eye pain(eye strain) and how can I stop myself from unknowingly raising my shoulders so high thus causing shoulder tension? Thank You!

@NimbleNeedles

9 ай бұрын

@@dannwan8537 that is veeeery specific and not a question I should answer. Medical advice should only be given by those trained in the field

@dannwan8537

9 ай бұрын

@@NimbleNeedlesHello thank you for answering my question I watched the rest of video which may be the answer. However do you have any recommendations for for people with very little fiance who are learning to knit but tend to have tension, hunched shoulders when knitting? In other words, how do I relax my shoulders?

@NimbleNeedles

9 ай бұрын

@@dannwan8537 the only recommendation I can give you is what I told you in the video. frequent breaks, knit in a place/chair that doesn't have you slouching, look for a good stretching exercise. Please understand that I cannot and don't want to be liable for any exercises I recommend you.

I love watching you! You are so learned!

I just only wanted to say: I LOVE YOU!! I really really appreciate all the thorough information you are sharing in all your videos!! I wish for them to be coming for a long long time to come!!!

Thank you for the tips Norman. You are a very kind person ❤😊

These are very helpful, and thanks for the perspectives!

Wonderful video, thanks so much for sharing your expert knowledge; you've given me some things to think about.

Another great video, Norman. Thank you.

Hi Norman. This is a fascinating video. You’ve really done such a thorough job in explaining the causes and helpful practices that can prevent and/or alleviate the pain. I sure wish I could knit without looking. I’m sure I could do the knits and purls but it would have to be simple, lol. Thanks for sharing all of this valuable information.😊🤗

So great, Norman. I had questions about neck pain. You are so delightful and so thoughtful! Thank you!

Norman I am really enjoying your videos as well as learning so much. I have knitted less than a month, but love that you also incorporate beginning things into your videos. I have pain in my left wrist, but also have a death grip on my needles so far. I am working on trying to remind myself to relax. Thanks so much for your help Norman.

Norman, thank you so much for helping me be a better knitter. I am very happy that I found you. You provide me with straight forward instruction on every You tube tutorial I have seen. You are an amazing human to give so much.

I love you Norman! Excellent advice and wonderful videos.

A very informative and interesting podcast. I don’t currently have any pain unless I knit for many hours and that really happens. I will be more aware of my posture and taking breaks so hopefully I can stay pain free. 🤗

Hi Norman your videos are excellent. I enjoy learning from you! Thank you!!

Thanks Norman. I have tried a few of your tips. Thank you, they have helped immensely. Love and hugs!

Thoughtful and great suggestions! Thank you 😊

Thank you for all your videos! I’ve retaught myself how to knit with them and my work looks so much better than before discovering your videos 💕 thank you! Time for dynamic break from knitting 😉

Thank you for your hard work in making these knitting videos so helpful, interesting, and fun!!

@NimbleNeedles

Жыл бұрын

My pleasure Vicki

I’ve learn a lot points from you ,,so many tips that it never even cross my mind. I can tell you the thing that caused most pain for my hand is cotton yarn the thicker yarn the worst same goes for the needle the larger needle the more painful for my hand as well. The easiest for me is fine weight cashmere with small size bamboo circular needles is painless for me . Absolutely no metal needle it kills my hand after 15 minutes used.. Thanks for all your great advices Amazing some one looks so young can have so much knowledge.

Best advice for knitters.

Excellent video! Thank you.

Thank you for this. You brought up areas for me to really consider. I have fairly severe arthritis in my thumbs t sometimes prevent me from knitting or crocheting. But now as you pointed out, I'm going to be working on my posture, getting rid of my bad habit of leaning forward and getting my work close to my face, which is a bad habit leftover from my younger days. Love your videos.

Good evening, Norman. Yes, definitely interested in your advice for moving the finished stitch off the lefthand needle. Thank you!

Thank you so much. Very helpful

Thank you for all your wonderful videos. I rely on KZread videos as I have only recently started to knit again and I have a lot to learn. 😂 Your videos have been extremely helpful. I also crochet and have found that working on a large project ( baby blanket) in hot weather can be a challenge. Holding the heavy project on my lap was pulling on my hands/arms and made me too hot! I solved the weighty problem by supporting the work in progress on a TV tray or small table in front of me while I knit/crochet. - Much more comfortable!

Very helpful as always, Norman. I think I can (and need to) use ideas from all the categories you covered. Thank you!

@NimbleNeedles

Жыл бұрын

it's my pleasure. And yeah..i mean..i don't know anything about your particular circumstances but the topics I coverd are quite important for any knitter to look in, i think!

That sweater is gorgeous!!!!!! Plus, you attention to the kind of advice you give is what makes this video so useful. Thank you.

@NimbleNeedles

Жыл бұрын

it's also super warm (and it was very cold on that day!)

I think this one of the best videos. Thank you for all the advices! I really learned a lot! I stop knitting at the moment I feel something strange in my body. Not only in my hands. And for me it makes sense to change projects. (Thicker/thinner yarn and needle - mindless and complicated etc.) And I can always change to crochet. I am very thankful to that. I think I am a process crocheter/ knitter so I am not knitting or crocheting very fast. I once knitted vanilla socks very fast and my hands started to pain. .. And - when all my recovery from the surgerys are done I will be starting yoga again. Not in Vienna, where I practised Bikram Yoga for a long time, but here in Burgenland starting with lighter exercises... Thank you for this video!

Learning to walk and knit is the best. I got encouraged because I got the most adorable project bag perfect for holding balls of sock yarn. I love going for walks around the park and getting a few relaxed rows of knitting done. It’s also great to take everywhere when I find that I’m going to be waiting in a long line. Walking is a game changer because I am getting out of the chair with fresh air.

@NimbleNeedles

Жыл бұрын

it sure is! i don't do it but I recencently got an ergometer and hope to cycle while knitting soon within the save confines of my home.

Love your videos Norman, thank you for your work :D

Norman you are a gem! Thank you for all your videos and for this one in particular!

@NimbleNeedles

Жыл бұрын

of course! you are very welcome, Beatrice!

He is definitely very helpful for me being a beginner knitter

You really have the gift of explaining things in a way that makes it instantly understandable and relatable. By the way I bought the neck light last time you talked about it and it is a game changer. Thank you.

@NimbleNeedles

Жыл бұрын

glad to hear my advise was helpful, Isa!

Norman! I enjoy your videos so much! You always make sure to provide lots of nuance and variety with your tips which makes these extra valuable. Plus your sense of humour makes me smile and laugh out loud at times! My mother grew up in Bavaria after WWII, and learned to knit practically as an infant. Sadly I did not embrace her talent. Now at 60 I’m starting to knit and find your videos singularly helpful. Thant you for being you and doing what you do?

@NimbleNeedles

Жыл бұрын

glad you are finally able to conect with your hertiage. now onwards to traditional bavarian sock patterns *smirk*

The nursing pillow idea is brilliant! I'll have to see if I still have mine.

Great video thank you

Great video Norman! Thank you!

@NimbleNeedles

Жыл бұрын

as always, my pleasure!

Great video!! Logical advice!! Thanks

@NimbleNeedles

Жыл бұрын

my pleasure!

Great tips, Norman! I'm going to try using the knitting thimble even when using just one yarn.

Thank you! I have read and watched other videos on this subject, but you added some additional information I hadn't heard or thought about before. For example, you mentioned the impact of our facial expressions while knitting! It's true...🙄😆😊! It was also so beneficial to see the different types of hand supports. Thank you! I appreciate your thoroughness!

@NimbleNeedles

Жыл бұрын

Happy to hear that, Nancy! And yeah..that facial carnival is def and issue 😅

Those are are some really good things. Thank you so much

@NimbleNeedles

Жыл бұрын

you are very welcome, Barb!

This video is right on the money! I mentioned in another video comment section on this channel that I found Nimble Needles while learning to knit continental style and Norman’s teaching style worked best for me. i am seeing a therapist for wrist, forearm, and elbow pain that resulted in tendonitis. I’ve knitted and crocheted for years without any issues, but in three short months, I created issues that are going to take at least three months of careful use, stretches, and long breaks to fix. I agreed to do a quick turnaround charity project where I needed to get 20 hats and scarves done in 30 days. I got them all completed, but ignored pain as I worked. I tried to help by using a wrist guard I picked up at a pharmacy, without any guidance on which one or how to use it. The result was pushing my forearm and elbow tensions and muscles into more stressful positions. Without fixing my wrist pain, I added severe tendonitis of my elbow to my pain. Luckily, I caught it in time, and I’m paying the price of only being able to work in 15 minute segments a few times a day, after 2 weeks of absolutely no knitting at all. That was a LONG two weeks! The advice here is very similar to what my physical therapist told me. Frequent breaks. Check your posture. And above all else, never ignore pain.

@NimbleNeedles

Жыл бұрын

i've heard that so often..too much knitting in too little time. never a good idea (and I did that myself as well...)

I love this video! So many nuggets of helpfulness and simple good reasoning! I usually stretch before and after exercise, so why wouldn't I when doing my crafts? 🎯🤦‍♀️🤣😂🤣 Prevention helps to avoid injury of any type. Wonderful reminders about posture!

Spot on, Norman! Re: Carpal Tunnel! I had it first time from a job and tried to ignore it. Back then nobody knew about it. It went away when I left that job. Forward 15 years on another job I developed it again, was diagnosed and had surgery on left hand which corrected that and saved my career. Then I was especially careful with my right (dominant) hand. No hammering for hours! I found crocheting difficult for a few years because of tensioning with my left hand. Knitting is fine. Last job involved computer work and radiating pain from neck, middle back all across shoulder down to numbing left hand. Definitely a posture issue. Glad to say that retiring did the trick. Now I can do what's best for ME 😁 My point is - go to a doctor and watch your posture. And also having multiple cats in your lap will keep you from staying in one position too long. 😁🤪

@NimbleNeedles

Жыл бұрын

ha...well i always wanted a cat but my partner hates the ..>.

@susangopher

Жыл бұрын

@@NimbleNeedles Aww, sorry about that! I could never be with someone who can't get along with mine.

Great video. I developed severe tendonitis in BOTH hands but have underlying medical condition. You are correct...folks should seek medical attention for pain that does not resolve easily and quickly with rest.

@NimbleNeedles

Жыл бұрын

yah...that is so important and was one of there reasons why I didn't want to shoot this video for ages. A youtube video can never be a substitute for a proper consultation :(

So many things to think on - most of the time you give a slight nod to posture and relaxation, but this is nearly everything all at once. That seems like it took a while to put together for all of us to enjoy. Thanks Norman!

@NimbleNeedles

Жыл бұрын

Heh..well..yes..this video gave me some headaches for sure!

I had to learn how to mirror knit because my Purl is a LOT looser than my knit. The Heel flaps of my socks weren't turning out right. And my ribbing is also loose. I might learn Norwegian Purl to see if it is better for my ribbing. I also tension my yarn by weaving it through all four fingers of my left hand. My index finger was aching when I tried holding it up, so now I hold my needles with all my fingers.

I’ve recently contracted hand foot mouth disease from my son that brought it home from daycare 🤦🏼‍♀️ so my hands are covered in painful blisters. This hasn’t kept me from knitting!! Just slowing down and being intentional with my movements has helped me to continue knitting while I recover. Also, switching to a project with larger needles rather than my socks has also helped keep so much pressure off individual blisters.

@NimbleNeedles

Жыл бұрын

Oh noes.. well hope you recover soon!

Wow, what a straight forward Video. I am guilty of everything he discussed. He is very clever and mentions lots of things no one else does. He talks common sense, things I knew, but didn't do. I love his presentation and his analogies to other things, which makes hi very engaging. I will try and put some or all of the things he says. The best video I have every seen. He made me laugh too, which is a bonus. Watch him, he is the best. Thanks a million for half an hour of fantastic, sensible advice all through.

@NimbleNeedles

Жыл бұрын

thank you for your kind feedback and endoresment, jackie!

Thank you for all of your information. I recently lost my grandmother who taught me to knit. She was an amazing knitter and knitted every day. I have inherited her stash of yarn and have been knitting more than ever. My hands have been getting very tired and this vlog is very timely for me. I often have to look at some videos on different bind off and some stitches. I find yours to be some of the best. I really appreciate what you do ❤

@NimbleNeedles

Жыл бұрын

thank you, Karie! (and do remember to make some breaks...if you are already getting tired that could be a warning sign!)

A really good Video as always! Thank you Norman! I really appreciate your channel and the work that you do! Helped me very much and I learned so much through all this time! And I really love your sweater 💙 Thank you 😊

@NimbleNeedles

Жыл бұрын

awww..thank you, Myianna!

Thank you so much for this video! Something that you briefly mentioned but helped me SO much was avoiding pushing on the needles with my finger. I taught myself to knit with the stitches at the tapered tips of the needle, and the stitches glide off the needle so well, it helped me avoid that issue a lot. I would love a video showing a technique like that!

@NimbleNeedles

Жыл бұрын

hm..i'll see what I can do... :)

Well said. I get so tired of all these 'new' knitters telling experienced knitters how to do their work. Experience comes from experience. I had to change my style to match my aging body. The most of the 'new' styles of knitting just would cause me more pain. Your videos are very informative and having been knitting for 60yrs, I still enjoy your advice. Thank you, regards from Sth Australia

Thanks for a very informative video. It reminds me of my mama who is rather old now and still loves her knitting. She also complains about aches and pains and I can pass these tips onto her.😉

@NimbleNeedles

Жыл бұрын

please do..but remember...when in pain ask a doctor! ;-) These tips are meant as a general guidance not as specific medical advice!

Superb advices 👍

@NimbleNeedles

Жыл бұрын

happy to hear that!

Good seating & good lighting is a must🧶

Thank you❤

Thank you, Norman, for another helpful and informative video. I have been better at taking breaks but, I do admit to not taking as many as I should. Until next time... Happy stitching! 💜☮️🧶

@NimbleNeedles

Жыл бұрын

it sure can be hard to stop what brings us so much joy, right

Thank you sharing these tips. I usually don't have pain when I knit. I knit to keep my hands moving so they don't hurt.

Thank you Norman, great explanation of ways to help us enjoy knitting more. I have arthritis in the hands. I got caught in a wringer washer as a child , from both hands up to the elbows. I've had left trigger thumb fixed and carpal tunnel repair on both hands. I been a nurse 42 years and had 29 years of diapering infants, starting IV and doing blood draws. I take frequent breaks and crochet and love to knit in the round with the circulars.

@NimbleNeedles

Жыл бұрын

Wow..those hands sure tell quite a story. But glad you are still at it. All women on my fathers side have been and still are nurses. So many forget what a physically demanding job that is!

I just bought the neck light, and I love it! I am growing cataracts, and my vision is not as good as it used to be. The neck light has changed my vision, especially with darker yarns, dramatically! Thank you for the suggestion. The compression gloves work for me because I have Rheumatoid Arthritis. They keep my hand warm and support my hands, and the compression seems to help too for some reason. I have not researched why, but who cares it helps! This video is very interesting and has some great ideas! Thank you again! Keep the videos coming so we can all improve our knitting and knitting experience!

@NimbleNeedles

Жыл бұрын

Yeah...I almost feel bad for talking so often about these neck lights but they r just so good!

This sounds like such a helpful video. I'm a newer knitter, and I want to take care of my body, excited to watch!

@NimbleNeedles

Жыл бұрын

happy to hear that. I hope it's worth your time

@juliastone7521

Жыл бұрын

Welcome to knitting! 😃I'm sure you'll love it like most of us here! If I could give you one take away from this video (which Norman mentions several times), breaks are ridiculously important to your health. You might be tempted to knit for hours on end without a break, but please avoid doing it! It may not seem like you're doing much hard, taxing work, but you are. Breaks keep you healthy and prevent overuse injury! Slow and steady wins the race!

That ergonomic knitting chair is pretty wild. 🔥. Great tips. Definitely Very important to stay moving to maintain flexibility and strengthen your core, as is taking breaks.

@NimbleNeedles

Жыл бұрын

ha..it certainly does look a little wild but it's sooo good!

Love the jumper

@NimbleNeedles

Жыл бұрын

ha! yah ..it jumpped right off the needles before this video and had to wear it

Thank you Norman! I tend to push the point of the needle with my opposite hand to push stitches forward. I would be interested in learning how to carry tension forward.

"The problem isn't that you're slouching on the couch, but that you're doing it for four hours straight." If you could percieve me just a little bit less, thats'd be great 😂😭 "If the yarn burrows into your finger" I found out that I have a scar on my finger exactly where the yarn has been tensioned for the past 20 odd years 😅 it was very neat

@NimbleNeedles

7 ай бұрын

an outright scar or just calluses?

@anthonygeorge3689

7 ай бұрын

@@NimbleNeedles an actual scar! Its shiny and cuts through the normal pattern on the skin consistent with repeated friction stress. I recently changed the way I tension to Norwegian, so I noticed the new spot was starting to callous, and then saw the little shiny scar the same width as the yarn I like to use 😅

Thanks fo4 all that, I have tennis elbow because I would knit for hours. I see a chiropractor. He gave me a posture brace for knitting

Thank you 🧶💕

Thank you for your well thought Tips and advices. Very helpful. I must say, am guilty to one or two on mistakes in the past. I am working full-time and same with knitting, the neck muscles suffered. Unfortunately, my HWS Syndrome is a big problem, even after Rehab, I still take care of it and continue the exercises. I am giving myself a break to knitting and crocheting. But I still enjoy watching your videos and tutorials. It motivates me to go back to my hobby soon. Your tips and advices will also be a big help to the Craft World. By the way, love the Pullover you are wearing❤️

@NimbleNeedles

Жыл бұрын

Heh...yeah..it's a bit warm but I can't put the heating on in my studio right now so it was quite welcome!

Thank you for the advice, Norman. I immediately sat straighter and then took a break 😁 Also I LOVE your room colors.

@NimbleNeedles

Жыл бұрын

heh..just remember it the next time you knit as well ;D