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German Twisted Cast On in Pattern (knits and purls)

The German Twisted Cast On (otherwise known as the Old Norwegian Cast On) done in pattern. You can use this super stretchy neat cast on to create both knits ...

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amarasharon commented on 01 Apr 2015

So Clear. So excellent!

Patty Lyons commented on 01 Apr 2015

+amarasharon Thanks!

Knitted Cast on - German Twisted

This cast on is a long-tail cast on variation. It adds an extra twist to the cast on edge, which adds additional stretch to this type of cast on. While it is not ideal for ...

Knitting around the neck: German Twisted Cast-on (aka Elastic Cast-on aka Old Norwegian Cast-on)

I was faffing around with my yarn yesterday trying to work out how to do the German twisted cast-on with the yarn tensioned around the neck. I think this is it.

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Tine Jensen commented on 08 Jan 2015

Your videos are so amazing! Thank you! I'm practising on the portuguese knitting method, and it's working out pretty good, in flat knitting. It's easy to get used to, though I've taugt knitting in continentel style 46 years ago, by my parents. (yes, dad knitted to). Is it possible to use the german twisted cast on, to knit in the round? I would like to knit a sweater top-down, using the purl stitch all the way on the inside of the Work.

DROPS Knitting Tutorial: How to knit Old Norwegian cast on aka twisted German

In this DROPS video we show a cast on that gives a sturdy and stretchy baseline of stitches. Perfect for the top of socks, edge on hats or whenever you want very ...

Old Norwegian (a.ka. Twisted German/Elastic Long Tail) Cast On Left handed

The Old Norwegian (a.k.a. Twisted German or Elastic Long Tail) Cast on provides a nice stable edge with a corded appearance that has a nice elasticity to it.

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lmrk5705 commented on 06 Apr 2013

Thanks Bill

Knitting Instructional Video - How to do a German Twisted Cast On

Jeanne from Jimmy Beans Wool explains the knitting technique called the German twisted cast on. Jimmy Beans Wool is your LYS... online!

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Khamomil commented on 10 Mar 2011

It would be easier to understand if you showed it from the point of view of the knitter instead of from across. You could put the camera between your chest and your hands and look through the viewfinder to see what you're doing while a good friend holds the camera . That would be worth it.

Jimmy Beans Wool commented on 17 May 2011

@Khamomil Thank you so much for the wonderful feedback and I'm so sorry it took so long to reply to you! We are definately working on camera angles and the like and will certainly keep this awesome tip in mind! Thank you for watching...happy knitting!

German Twisted Cast On (Knitting with Worldknits)

In this video, Alex Capshaw-Taylor of worldknit & handspun demonstrates how to do the German Twisted CO, a cast on that is ideal for knits that need a flexible ...

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worldknits commented on 31 Jan 2012

@coolsteven2 I usually start with a question, like "best cast-on for socks?" and then look on ravelry at what others suggest. Then I search online for examples, learn the technique, and make a video (this one is for a sock class I'm teaching at Old Town Yarnery). I hope you've found it helpful!

coolsteven2 commented on 31 Jan 2012

Super cool! Where do you just discover these random COs and BOs?

coolsteven2 commented on 31 Jan 2012

@worldknits Thanks!

Elizabeth Zimmermann / Meg Swansen ~ Knitting, 1.24 (source for animation)

Uploaded for @bellylaughing who was interested in seeing the video I used as the source for this Zimmermann ~ Swanson knitting animation ...

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victrolux commented on 21 Jan 2012

Yes, I understand the concept of copyright laws. I know Meg & Elizabeth sell their videos, since I purchased the DVD I used here. I posted this video because I was asked about what clip I used to make an animated version. This 31 sec clip is useless as an instructional video, being incomplete and out of context. So I doubt I am cutting into their bottom line. In fact it seems more likely that posting this clip w discussion is more likely to increase interest in their work & therefore sales.

chocolateeyes21 commented on 24 May 2012

That's what brought me here too! I love my EZ books but I was able to see them before I bought them.I don't like buying a set of videos,regardless to who made them,sight unseen.Copyright law is more extensive than,'It's mine and you can't use it'.Check under "Fair Use".I'm sure an artist using a thirty-second clip to show the inspiration for something that in a way gives tribute the original falls under 'Fair Use'.It's not like victrolux is giving the series away. It's free advertising!

bellylaughing commented on 24 Apr 2010

victrolux - this makes your work even more impressive! Thank you! German twisted ... hmmm. As you may be aware - Many of the common ways of knitting (ie. Continental) fell out of favor during WWII due to it's being thought of as "German" (ie bad guys) and Zimmerman brought it back into favor. (which is fine, since it's just knitting, folks). Again, I do appreciate being able to see the complexity of what you did to this original.

yellowdog9 commented on 24 Jan 2012

@victrolux "it seems more likely...to increase interest"... Exactly! That's how I ended up here in the first place - I didn't want to buy without at least a short preview. If I end up making a purchase, then EZ and her daughter will owe you a thank you. Thirty seconds...seriously, ladies....