You may know that The Yarnist started out as a YouTube channel called New Stitch A Day.
Our focus was on building a video knitting stitch library, using stitch patterns from various stitch dictionary books and other online resources.
Currently we’re working on a whole new direction for our YouTube channel, so until we have new videos for your viewing pleasure, here are 5 channels we think are worth a subscribe.
Very Pink Knits
Staci over at Very Pink Knits has been doing this for a LOOONG time. Two years before we did, and she’s been dishing out knitting tips left and right for more than 40 years. Her videos have a chill, 1950’s vibe with some of the highest production value we’ve seen on YouTube. She focuses on knitting techniques and pattern tutorials, but she also does frequent giveaways for her audience.
Our Favorite Video: Three Ways to Join In-The-Round
Nimble Needles
Norman at Nimble Needles has been building a library of useful knitting content on YouTube for only a few years, but his videos have made a big impact. Based in Austria, he uses his 30+ years of knitting knowledge to make advanced knitting concepts simple. He focuses on practical knitting tips that anyone can use, regardless of their skill level.
Our Favorite Video: 20 Things I Wish I Knew When I Started Knitting
10 Rows A Day
Maryna at 10 Rows A Day consistently puts out great knitting tutorials on YouTube. Her blue background and yellow yarn have become iconic. Being schooled in Russian (Eastern) style knitting, she has a unique perspective from many other knitting channels. And she uses big yarn and needles so you can easily see what she’s doing.
Our Favorite Video: Kitchener Stitch in Two Simple Steps
West Knits
Stephen West is one of the most interesting and innovative knitwear designers today. He’s also got a pretty great YouTube channel where he breaks down some of his designs, gives tutorials, and even hosts knit-a-longs. With a delightful personality and plenty of bright colors you can’t help but smile when watching.
Our Favorite Video: Boneyard Shawl Tutorial
Kutovakika
Kika is a talented photographer living in Finland who transitioned her channel to focus on knitwear design. While it sometimes feels a bit like a vlog, she has mastered the art of making you feel nice and cozy while watching her videos. Recently she went viral when she knit her own wedding dress, but all of her videos are worth bingeing.
Our Favorite Video: Everything I Knitted for my Book “Knit This”