Do you feel sad when your yarn ball gets over? And worry about how to connect two yarn balls? Whether you knit or crochet, you face the same situation every time. For an experienced person, it won’t be a problem. But for beginners, it would be a cumbersome task. Suppose you are creating a project with a knitting needle, and you suddenly stop because your yarn ball is over; during that circumstance, you need to connect the new yarn ball. Don't worry; we are here to help you; keep reading the entire blog, and you will understand the whole process of joining yarn with the magic knot.

Let’s look into the details and get the perfect magic knot.

What is a magic knot? 

A magic knot is simply joining the two pieces of yarn together for crocheting or knitting. It is also known as an invisible or fisherman’s knot.

What materials are required? 

  • Working yarn and a new yarn (use any yarn, but the weight and fiber must be similar to get the best results).
  • A pair of scissors.

 

Want to know more about it? Then, just go on.

What is the procedure for tying a magic knot?

 

Now comes the significant part! The method is easy, and you won't find any problems. In this technique, you will tie two overhand knots close to each other. It is versatile and innovative.

Here are a few steps to follow

Step 1: First, lay the end of the first working yarn horizontally over the second yarn, creating a cross-like structure.

Step 2: Ensure that the ends of the yarn are positioned neatly.

Step 3: With the first yarn, make a loop around the second yarn. Hold the yarn tightly and wrap it around from the bottom.

Step 4: Now, wrap the second non-working yarn around the first working yarn and make a similar loop.

Step 5: Smoothly pull both the yarn simultaneously to tighten the loops around each other.

Step 6: Lastly, carefully cut any extra leftover yarn.

Tips for a neat join 

 

Before we go any further, let’s check out some tips to get a perfect join.

  • For a smoother transition, ensure that both yarns are of similar thickness.
  • Maintain the right balance between the two yarns, which are neither tight nor loose.
  • If the yarn is thicker, you may need to make a larger loop.
  • Make the process easy so that you can remember it.
  • Use delicate yarn carefully to avoid splitting or breaking.
  • It would be better to place the knot in an invisible position for a better look.
  • Beginners must practice regularly before applying it to the main project.

When to use a magic knot? 

You must know when to use a magic knot to avoid disturbance in your project.

  • During the project, you need to join two different colors of yarn.
  • To join a new yarn in case you run out of yarn.
  • When working on a big project, you have to join multiple yarns.
  • When using heavenly patterns, where the knots won’t show like a garter stitch.

When not to use magic knot?  

There are some situations where you can’t use magic knots, and it would be best not to use them in your project:

  • Stockinette stitches are too smooth for the magic knot. Due to its smoothness, there is no guarantee that they will stay in the right place.
  • It won’t be too great for a single-color yarn because it's difficult to get the knot exactly in the correct position so that the colors seamlessly flow from one to the next. You will face the same issue with the color yarn as well.
  • When working with yarn that breaks easily, be careful while pulling the two yarns together.