How to Start Knitting as a Crocheter | My Best Tips for an Easy Transition

Are you a crocheter who wants to learn knitting but feel like the needles slip, the yarn falls off, or nothing feels comfortable? In this video I share my best tips to help crocheters transition into knitting — what tools to buy, which yarns hide tension, how to cast on using a crochet chain, and how to hold the needles in a comfortable, controlled way. We’ll talk about: ✔️ Which needles to buy first ✔️ Yarn that makes your knitting look better ✔️ Why you shouldn’t start with a pattern ✔️ How to choose your first “real” project ✔️ Why unraveling is NOT failing ✔️ Crochet-friendly cast-on method ✔️ Continental vs English knitting ✔️ How to stop stitches from slipping ✔️ Encouragement for every beginner knitter If you’re a crocheter trying to knit — you’re in the right place. Knitting feels strange at first, but with the right approach, it becomes relaxing and fun. Let me know in the comments what helped you the most when learning to knit!