What is a magic loop needle?
The Magic Loop is a technique, not a needle! Using one long circular needle, you can knit different circumferences of project using the Magic Loop technique. It’s a great alternative to double pointed needles for working small circumferences in the round, such as socks, mitts, hats, and sleeves.
What are the best needles for magic loop?
47 inches is best length of circular needle to buy for Magic Loop, as you will be able to use this length for any project, including two-at-a-time, which I promise you will want to try as soon as you get the hang of this technique.
How do you make an elastic loop?
Elastic Button Loops
- Fold the elastic in half and machine baste it facing inwards from the edge. You may do this using a straight stitch or narrow zig-zag.
- Stitch the facing seam. Backstitch over the elastic for extra strength.
- Open the seam and press being careful not to press the iron on the elastic.
How do you make an invisible string?
How to Make Invisible Thread With Wooly Nylon
- Buy “wooly nylon” at any sewing store or online.
- Pull out how much string you want. ( The length of the string)
- Cut the string with scissors.
- You should be able to see all of these little threads mixed together to make a thick thread.
- Continue to pull it away.
- You’re done!
Can you use circular needles instead of DPNs?
And the answer to this question is: Yes! Of course it’s possible! As long as you are knitting a small project on the round, you can absolutely replace a set of 5 dpns with circular needles and you can also do magic loop, if that’s your thing…
Can you do Magic Loop with 16 inch needles?
More videos on YouTube Speaking of long needles, you do need at least a 32-inch needle for Magic Loop.
How many DPNs should I use?
Double pointed needles come in a pack of five, but the knitting tradition in America is to usually use only four at a time. Three needles hold the stitches while a fourth knits them. Sometimes you do use all five, four to hold the stitches and the fifth to knit.
When should I switch to DPNs?
- Start the decreases in your knitting pattern while still on your circular needle.
- Once it feels too tight for you to stretch your stitches all the way around, that’s the time to make the switch.
What is Gypsy thread?
The Gypsy Thread, also known as the Hindu Thread, is one of the classic effects in close up magic, performed by many magicians including Mark Wilson, Slydini, Doug Henning, David Blaine, and of course Eugene Burger. Burger’s handling can be found in his book Spirit Theater (Kaufman and Greenberg, 1985).