Which join will you use? Spit splice or Russian join?

@lsncred19

4 жыл бұрын

The Russian join , you said the spit one only works for animal fibers

@daily.veronika

4 жыл бұрын

can you do a video on how to knit with circular needles without joining in the round. There is this really cute scarf/shawlette i want to do and it requires using circular needles to achieve the right size. the pattern is super easy but im super new to knitting. I love your instructions so much. you make it so easy to understand.

@nancyel281

4 жыл бұрын

Russian. Definitely not spit! Lol. I’m thinking you could use spray bottle of water instead of spit.

@sheepandstitch

4 жыл бұрын

@@nancyel281 So I've tried using water, and I find it to be less effective than spit. Not sure why exactly! Possibly our saliva has glue-like properties lacking in water? If you try water, report back and let us know how it goes!

@sheepandstitch

4 жыл бұрын

@@nancyel281 You can certainly try with water. I've found that saliva works better though. I guess our spit has some magical glue-like properties!

I did it! I can't tell you how excited I am to know this! I've been crocheting for over 50 years and have weaved in and hidden SO many little ends ... the worst part of any project. This is the first tutorial of yours I've seen, and it's a game-changer! I plan to watch more of yours. I love your clear voice, your humor, and that you don't go too fast - everything! Thank you, thank you! I'm going to share this 'how-to' with everyone!

Love your sense of humor . Makes it so much more fun .

@sheepandstitch

4 жыл бұрын

Lesia Scharbarth haha thanks! I always feel like such a weirdo in these vids, so it’s nice to know someone appreciates it! 😆

@caterpillarcrafts8635

4 жыл бұрын

Same!

@LailaMohamad

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah me too

@lauradavis3046

3 жыл бұрын

Yes I love her humor

@woineaman6092

3 жыл бұрын

yeah

I will use the Russian join. Thank you

LMFAOOOOOOO "don't know if Badgers burrow" "Some kind of Gremlin???" I'm so glad I subscribed to you

This video was so helpful. Thank you for your great tutorials. You taught me to knit about a month ago and I have already made four scarves and a cowl. I LOVE this! Please put more videos up! I want to knit a blanket for my son to take to college next year, so I bought some circular needles that are 60 inches to use for this project. I would be tickled pink if you could post a video tutorial on how to make a regular size blanket!!! Thank you SO much for being such a great teacher (and for your humor, too)!

@sheepandstitch

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! I'm so honoured to be part of your knitting journey (cheesy as that sounds!). I've got a blanket tutorial planned for the fall, so stay tuned for that!

@tessr.1000

4 жыл бұрын

@@sheepandstitch Oh wow, I can't wait for your blanket tutorial. You really explain things so well and my projects turn out beautifully when I follow your tutorials. I will be eagerly waiting for that tutorial. I am a retired autism teacher and really needed something to do while recovering from joint replacements. I was so lucky to happen upon your channel. As I watched your knitting for beginners, I knew this was something I could do and enjoy. Thank you again for sharing your talents and helping newbies like me!

@Ljwahoske

4 жыл бұрын

@@sheepandstitch Did you post the Blanket Tutorial and I missed it some how? I've been checking and looking but don't seem to see it? Also I've been trying to use the Russian Join method but am having a SUPER DUPER hard time pulling the needle through I can't seem to keep a hold of the needle..... any advice for a very new knitter. :) Thank You for all of your videos you have seen my sole "learn to knit" teacher.

@sheepandstitch

4 жыл бұрын

@@Ljwahoske Nope! no blanket tutorial yet. I just posted a lace scarf tutorial and am deciding whether to make a blanket tutorial or a quick holiday gifts tutorial. So many ideas, too little time! For the Russian Join, the sharper the needle, the better. I find that once you have a good bit of bunching on the needle, its best to push the needle through the bunching by standing the needle on a table and then pushing the bunching down the needle so that it goes through. Bit hard to explain, but hope it makes sense!

Just started knitting today, and I'm following your scarf video from years back! I love it already, thank you for teaching me how to knit!!

@sheepandstitch

4 жыл бұрын

You’re so welcome! I always worry that the video is a bit out of date, but it’s good to know you still find it useful!

That Russian was really awesome

Thanks for making this vid! Of all the Russian join tutorials, you really clarified a few things up for me. They never showed the trick of holding short end & re-bunching to tighten it up if it turned out too loose the 1st time. This is gonna change my knitying life forever! :D

@agemoth

2 жыл бұрын

Me too!

I just tried the Russian join and it worked perfect for the scarf I'm making my mom. Thank you so much for your tips. I'm new to knitting and the only reason I been able to knit scarfs and hats for my family it's because of your tutorials. Please never stop.

My Mama used to use the spit join I couldn’t remember exactly how she executed the process. Thankfully your video answered my question. I am knitting an all wool hat and I employed this method! Superb! My Mama would say “ brava”! I will be washing this hat and then blocking it. It will be my daughter’s birthday gift! Thank you!

Wow I can't wait to SPIT

@Nate963

2 жыл бұрын

lol

Divina! Omgoodness that spit splice is sooo easy, quick and effective! I'm knitting alpaca socks and I was so mad at my yarn for having so many ends. Now I can fix it in like 1 minute and keep knitting.

Davina your tutorials are sensational! I only discovered your channel last night and I have learned so much. I binged watched big time! I am ready now to outknit my mother who is a professional knitter and has been doing so for 60 years. I reckon I can show her a trick or two! Clear, concise and exceptionally cute (pixelated spit cracked me up) ..I am totally hooked on sheep & stitch .. You give a unique and contagious energy to the craft, Thank you so much Greetings from Australia!!

I love Russian join, my granddaughter calls it my witchery. It fascinates her every time I do it.

@daniellesnyder1244

Жыл бұрын

I love that 😂

I've knitted, crocheted, tatted for 65 years and these methods have changed the game for me! Thank you.

My grandma showed me how to join thread together with spit to make string. Thanks for that. Brilliant. Especially love the troubleshooting!

Thank you!! The Russian join is my new favorite thing to know--so satisfying and seamless! Can't wait to learn more tricks from you!

I'm dying over the lists of burrowing animals 😂😂😂

Thank you so much for your great tutorial. I am so happy to learn this method to join yarn the invisible way. Thank you, thank you 💐

This is a great tutorial. I used to have a burrowing gremlin, but he retired to Bora Bora. I miss him.

Thank you so much! Your videos are so helpful and easily followable. My mother inspired me to knit but you have given me the confidence to do it! I have only been knitting for three days and I have already learned so much because of your teaching skills. Thank you so much for giving me a wonderful gift!

Spit splice has been my go-to for 60 years, not changing now. You don't always have a tapestry needle with you, but you've always got spit!

I love the animal analogies, sounds and quick explanation (without music or non essential speaking). Yay. My kind of lesson. Thank you.

i love the video I have been knitting for many years and always struggled with joining new yarn. not any more Thank you

@sheepandstitch

2 жыл бұрын

So glad it helped! It’s one of my favourite techniques!

Exceptionally clear instructions. Very helpful. And a great sense of humor to boot!

I love the Russian join method. Very practical & simple. It makes it easier to join bulky yarn!! I was doing knots and that was a complete disaster. Your videos have started me on my knitting journey! In just 2 weeks I’ve learned to garter stitch, pearl, bind off & cast on, & now joining yarn. Thank you so much for your videos, your humor, and your channel in general 🤍🍀

I always love your way in explaining the every single detail.♥️ I've learned knitting just out of your videos. Thank you allot for sharing this. 💕

I almost always end up with some of my hair caught in my work, so, I always leave a dna trail since I also use saliva to make threading a yarn needle to sew in ends as well. I also wash whatever I make before handing it over. The Russian join will make it easier to use up some scraps at least and make for less bulky color changes compared to my current methods.

@grandcatsmama3421

3 жыл бұрын

I have a cat, he laid down on a just finished One Ball Shawl by Marly Bird and went to sleep on it. I have the picture on a different phone and posted it because it was so cute. If I gave one away, I'd make sure to wash it before sending it. 🤷🤷🤦😺😺😺

Just tried the Russian join and it's fabulous, thank you, I hate knots in my knitting. I love your zany sense of humour. I am a new knitter and I have learned so much from your wonderful tutorials. Keep up the great work 😀

This is the BEST Russian Join tutorial I've found anywhere. Thank you!!

I love your humor and enthusiasm. The videos are so easy to follow. Great job!

Used the Russian Join for a silk-wrapped cotton yarn. Worked like a charm! Thanks for the tutorial!

AAAAA THIS IS PEEFECT THANK U HOW DID I NOT FIND THIS SOONER

The best way of joining the yarn & that too different colors. I have been knitting all my life but you are an excellent tutor. Wish you all the best.

I love the Russian join, as I use a lot of acrylic yarn! But, both these methods are unique and so helpful! Thank you, sincerely, for this video! Great job!

I just started knitting in December and I absolutely love your videos. You are so enthusiastic and hilarious. Thank you for teaching me to knit!!!!

First one is most useful for me since I use a lot of non-animal yarn. I am planning to try it on my next yarn project. Thanks for sharing!

Thank you for sharing this! I work mainly with acrylic yarn, so I tried the Russian join, and it worked fabulously!

@sheepandstitch

4 жыл бұрын

Awesome! So glad to hear it!

I finally found someone who explains the Russian join the way my brain thinks. I saved it for the next time I need to chain my skeins

From my wife and myself, Thank you so much, after trying many so called invisible joining methods, this is the only one that completely removes loose ends. May never tie a knot again :)

This is a great video! I have been looking for a more seamless and secure way of joining yarn while I crochet and the Russian join seems perfect for that. Thank you for sharing.

Your videos are absolutely the best. I love your sense of humor, and your advice is great! Thank you!

You are amaaazing! I've been struggling with my thicker yarn knots for years! No more! Thank you thank you thank you! 💙💙💙💙💙💙💙👍👍👍👍👍👍🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗

The Russian join is just brilliant, thank you. And your explanation was perfect 😊

I used the spit splice method yesterday on my 100% merino wool baby hat and it worked!! Thanks so much Sheep & Stitch!!

Watched your video through once, dug out an appropriate needle, checked one more time and hey presto! my first Russian join! Thankyou so much for this super-clear video. 😀

Love your presentation! 😂 Thanks for the smiles and laughs 😂

@sheepandstitch

3 жыл бұрын

You’re very welcome! 😆

Omg I can't believe I'm going to say this but THE SPIT SPLICE WORKED!

Your tutorials are just amazing! You have such a lovely way of explaining things. Thank you 😊

Russian join! Worked great even the first time! Thank you!

@sheepandstitch

2 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear it!

I've watched a few knitting tutorials and yours is by far the easiest to understand and your sense of humour is great....both the reasons I subscribed to your channel.....thank you.

Thank you for your instructions. I used the Russian joining and will continue on my scrap lapgan project. 🤗

I am amazed at the things I am learning on these videos!!! I have been knitting for many years and wish I had known these tricks.

Loved the ‘Russian join! I have always hated knitting my joints, and now I don’t have to anymore! Thank you so much for this useful video.

That Russian join is PERFECT for thick yarn!!! Gosh I wish I'd seen your video earlier!!!

Great video! I’ve been using the spit splice for a couple years and it is amazing! I only use animal yarns, so it’s perfect...strong join. Thank you!

I’m about to do the Russian join. Wish me luck! You rock, girl!

@sheepandstitch

8 ай бұрын

Good luck! You got this! 😛

Game changer! I never thought I would use spit to join my yarn but it really did work a treat. Thank you!

Thanks so much! Definitely will use the Russian join. 👍

Russian join is definitely my choice. Thank you

Thanks Davina, love your clear explanation of these methods and troubleshooting. 😁

You’re so funny!!! Thank you for these videos I started knitting 5 months ago your tips have helped me so much!!!

You crack me up! This tutorial is the best. Thank you!

I never knit wi th acrylic, but used some to make a baby gift. This Russian join saved my perfect stockinette bunting. TY

Straight the point; much appreciated!

This seems so simple to do. I’m so sad that I didn’t see this earlier - I just knitted a hat but I accidentally cut the tail too short and had to knit them together :( I will make sure to use this in the future thanks :))

Your tutorial was perfection. You got right to the goods, you made me laugh which is always the best way to learn something new, and you showed some techniques that other "how to" videos haven't been clear on. I really appreciate it. *Subscribed!*

@sheepandstitch

4 жыл бұрын

Aww thanks so much! Your comment made my day 🤗

K real talk that looks amazing, it never even occurred to me that you could do anything but just knot the two pieces together. This video is awesome, and you're hilarious.

I'm working on an acrylic ripple afghan right now. I hate having to sew in the ends so I am definitely going to try the Russian join! Thank you 😁 this is an awesome how to video with very clear visual demonstration of the technique. 👍👍

The humor got me. Subscribed

@sheepandstitch

4 жыл бұрын

Haha, thank you. Appreciate it!

Your instruction is very clear. I like it. Good job! 👍Thanks.

OMG I LOVE BOTH OF THESE IDEAS !!!! I used to knit when I was a kid and recently got back into it and was able to reteach myself how to knit SPECIFICALLY BECAUSE I found your guys youtube channel !!!! I CANNOT WAIT TO TRY THESE 2 METHODS OF JOINING MY YARN !!!!!! the yarn i'm currently knitting with was given to me by a friend and she combined the balls by tying them together (which i discovered WHILE i was untangling the giant mess of a yarn ball that is becoming my first piece) and i cannot wait to try doing these when i need to add my next bundle into the scarf i'm making for my boyfriend !!!! thank you for having such an amazing channel !!!! 💕💕

Brilliant! why am I only finding this out now! It works perfectly. Much neater than sewing in ends. Thank you 😊

100 thumbs up from me. Thanks for the excellent 'How-to'. New to knitting and spent half a day looking at videos and trying and undoing my knits. Joined my new yarn without issue now and looks great!

You are hysterical! I love it! Great instruction, well paced, easy to follow 🙌🏼 Well done... In the words of a much older Arnold "I'll be back"

I just did my first Russian join thanks to you. Yay!

Such a wonderful tutorial!! Saving this for when I inevitably forget how to do the Russian join and need it again 😂

I mostly use acrylic so the Russian join is going to be SUPER useful!! Thanks so much - I am living your tips videos!

@sheepandstitch

4 жыл бұрын

Glad you found the video helpful! Thanks for watching!

The Best way to join the yarn. Thanks for the tips.. this was very helpfull

I love how entertain you made this! Thanks.

Whoa! This video has changed my knitting life forever!💖

How did I not know this! Your invisible Russian Join is a game changer! Thank you so very much! Subscribed to you channel…don’t want to miss anything else xxx

Best explanation of Russian join I've seen! I've been wanting to try it and now, I think I may actually understand what's going on. Spit join? I'd want to hear how that actually stands up to use in knitted projects.

Thank you, your video was very helpful for my crocheting. Russian Join.

Davina, you are a hoot, girl! Loved the Gremlin remark! I loved the way you blurred out the spit on the yarn as though it was too obscene for the human eye. Glad I found this channel and a new way to join yarn. You have a new subscriber for life! Hugs!

Thx...would go 4 the Russian one...really clever! Thx 4 sharing it with us!👍👍👍👍👍👏👏👏👏👏❤❤❤❤❤

I love the Russian join! I just knit blanket squares for Wrap with Love, an Aussie charity that distributes these blankets around the world, but if I'm doing coloured stripes, I still use the Russian join at the start of the changeover because it means WAY less loose ends to weave in, and less chance of those loose ends popping out over time. I've worked out that 1 sewing needle length is the amount needed to do 4 stitches from the end so I make the join at the end of that needle length (with 4 stitches left to knit) , and so the actual join ends up on the outside edge of the square. Hope this makes sense and I hope it helps someone else! Thanks!!

Helpful video. Thanks so much! You taught me to knit!

You are so humourous!!! A piece of myself in the knitting because of spit & splice!!!

So glad I found your channel! This is a great method!

Used a hair tie for my stitch marker, best thing I ever did. Its easier to work around on double pointed size 0 kneedles! Thank you

"This needle is super sharp...OW!" 😆 Yup! Been there! 👍🏻

I will use the Russian join, the spit join is really gross. I think that it is so easy to join the yarn using the Russian join, this is the easiest way I have seen to join yarn. Thanks for sharing with us.

I’m a pretty new knitter and came across a knot connection in my skein of yarn. I took it out and used the spit splice. I now have a single happy piece of yarn and a hairy tongue 😛 Patooey! Thank you!!!

Thank you so much! My Russian join looks great!

Love this, Davina! I knew of the spit splice but I’ve never knitted with a natural fiber before 😮. That Russian join is pretty cool. To join a new ball, I usually just overlap the ends and hold them together, knitting 5 or 6 stitches with both and then dropping the short end and continuing to knit with the new ball of yarn, weaving in the ends later. Thanks for this incredibly helpful video. 🧶

@sheepandstitch

4 жыл бұрын

I usually join yarn the way you mention (by overlapping). I find it works quite well, but when I’m feeling adventurous I like using one of these methods!

I used the spit method, worked great, thank you!

thanks for making the tutorial the Russian join is going to save me tons of time!

Wow, this is life changing! 🥳Thank you 🙏 I’ve always used simple knot to join yarns and then struggle to knit it in so that it sits at the purl side, but you can still always spot the join places. 😏 But this! 👏 I just tried the Russian Join and will be using it from now on. It’s so easy to do and so neat and invisible! 💝 Really, thank you so much for sharing.

@sheepandstitch

3 жыл бұрын

I’m so glad it worked out for you! And I feel your pain so hard about those knots and trying to hide them at the back 😂 those were dark days