How to knit a German short row heel - Step by step instructions

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A very detailed tutorial on knitting German short-row sock heels.
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This is a step-by-step tutorial on how to knit socks with a german short row heel the easy way. It's a very easy sock heel pattern perfect for beginners. It creates a very snug fit and is ideal for rather slender feet.
The basic recipe goes like this:
The heel is knit across half of your stitches (so if you cast on 50, you knit across 25)
Then you divide the heel stitches into three equal parts (if your number isn't dividable by 3, the middle sections gets more stitches. eg. 9/10/9 or 10/12/10). Place stitch markers to mark these three section.
You knit it in three parts:
1) first you knit short rows from the edges until you reach the two stitch markes.
2) then you add two rounds of plain stockinette stitch where you k2tog tbl all double stitches
3) and then you knit short rows starting from the two stitch markers towards the edges.
You can exchange the German Short row technique for any other method you like. It basically doesn't matter - the pattern remains the same.
For a roomier short row sock heel, consider repeating the first part three times (with 2 rounds of knit stitches in between) instead.
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20 мар 2021

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@barbarakautz8772 Год назад

I am not knitting socks. Just German short rows on a sweater's neck. I am really left handed and knit continental style. This is the ONLY tutorial --and I've watched several--where the instructor actually shows what they are doing and explains what happens. I have watched it every time I need to be reminded about double stitches and German short rows, esp since parts of the authors of this pattern think I read their minds.!

@feymreichmanostenrn8751 5 месяцев назад

As a Lefthänder, I love this. Finally got it - I think....Danke.

@eringilbert1098 3 месяца назад

This is the BEST video. I watched 3 others before I found your tutorial. I could not figure it out at all prior to seeing your step by step instructions. You made it so much easier and completely understandable. THANK YOU!! You are terrific....

@NimbleNeedles 3 месяца назад

Glad it helped and you finally found something that works for you

@danbev8542 28 дней назад

Another good teacher, imo, is VeryPinkKnits. She keeps things a bit more elementary, and her videos are older - some are 10 years ago. I like seeing different people give explanations- eventually it sinks in.

@eringilbert1098 16 дней назад

@danbev8542 Yes, I just watched one of her videos as well. Thank you! I'm on a sock kick. They're just so much fun to knit!

@darialay3472 6 месяцев назад

I know that this has been up for a while, but you explained the Double Stitch so well!!! I couldn't find anything any clearer. Thank you very much!

@lyndsaybaker2916 2 дня назад

Don’t know how many times I’ve re-watched this video lol… every time I knit socks I guess!

@NimbleNeedles 2 дня назад

Ha! Well, I do need to look up stuff as well. As long asyou know where to find knowledge, I think that's all right 😎😅

@caylarivera2804 10 месяцев назад

Your tutorials always my go to! This short row heel made me enjoy the process of sock knitting. No fussing with flaps or picking up stitches. Thanks Norman!

@ileneklayman3440 2 месяца назад

Norman, I love your channel, you are so calm when you explain things. You are a great teacher and a great person.

@ernestinamorales6029 8 дней назад

This video help me very much to knit my socks an understand how to do the heel thank you so much ❤

@user-jw8em1zw6x 28 дней назад

This is a great way to knit the German short row. Thank you so much

@lissie831 2 года назад

I can’t tell you enough how much I truly enjoyed this video. I always hated knitting socks because of the heel but this video is a GAME CHANGER. I’m so excited to make so many socks with this method. You did an amazing job. Thank you so much!

@NimbleNeedles 2 года назад

I'm so glad to hear that. I love knitting socks and am always amazed how people say they hate the heel and i'm like..why? ^^

@ingridfarnham6285 2 года назад

Excellent instruction!! I wish I'd discovered German short rows on my very first pair of socks! Your video is super clear and I appreciate the repeat of the initial double stitch move!

@amberthomas2808 Год назад

My favorite tutorial when I need a reminder on short row heels! Thank you!

@loreleysakaragatan9781 Год назад

Thanks to your Oma Mr Nimble. This makes the difficult simple. Now i can knit Socks. 😊

@janetbishop6031 3 года назад

Excellent tutorial! I always had trouble understanding the second half of the turn. That is no longer a problem for me.I liked, and subscribed immediately. You are now my go to for knitting. Thank you very much

@NimbleNeedles 3 года назад

Welcome to my channel, Janet. And very happy to hear you were able to master thistechnique!

@nikkiscott4341 2 года назад

Agreed. Norman's explanations are always spot on and the enjoyment he gets out of knitting and sharing that with skill is really cool. Thanks Norman!

@lynnerobyn Год назад

Same here - I finally get it! Thank you, Norman!

@MorganBondelid Год назад

Norman’s explanations are so practical and clarifying!

@suzettegaybba-vanzyl6484 Год назад

Thank you I think my next pair of socks will be cuff down. I'm afraid for gussets ex ex Now I See it can be easy You make my day

@maryjohnson2062 Год назад

Love all your videos, often play them over and over, stopping and starting while knitting to cement the technique in my head, and muscle memory of my hands.

@grumpy_poo 2 года назад

I appreciate how difficult it is to explain something so clearly in a second language.... I knitted my first ever sock this week.... but the 'afterthought heel' seems a bit untidy for me so I am having another go. I assume it will work just as well with a toe up sock.... your method really makes sense ( thanks to your mum) . I wish I could knit the way you do with the yarn in the left hand, I have tried but don't have the dexterity.... very skilled. Thank you...

@TreebeardsHome 3 года назад

This has been the clearest & easiest tutorial for gsr I’ve seen. I started my first sock & had so much trouble with the standard heal flap that I ripped it out. The slipped stitches made the tension far too tight. I was going to do an afterthought heel, but this looks easier than I thought. Plus, there’s no bulk or seam. Danke schoen for this tutorial. Have a great day.

@NimbleNeedles 3 года назад

Oh wow.. Blush...it is relatively easy. Though, you can get little holes just as easy so make sure to read the blog post that goes along with it 😅

@TreebeardsHome 3 года назад

@@NimbleNeedles - Thank you. I’ve printed your blog tips & saved your sock & heel blog posts for later. Thanks again. Have a great day.

@ripleyhyland1885 Месяц назад

Love your clear concise demonstration. Thank you!

@originalmahgwet 3 месяца назад

I've been having such a difficult time with German Short Rows although I have watched many instructional videos. I knit English style, so your method looks backwards to me, but I'm going to try it on my second sock anyway because it's clearer and makes more sense than the way I've been doing it! Thank you for your helpful videos!

@elkepaull-keller9039 10 месяцев назад

Thank you once again Norman. I love the way you explain and demonstrate each step.

@wenchefauske6898 Год назад

Thank you. This second part was easy and not getting gaps

@lauramoy9940 2 года назад

What great instructions & so easy to understand. I think I'll watch a few more times & begin this type of heel. Thank you so much!!!

@estefanamanrique3317 Год назад

So clear explanations... Thank you for showing us this technique! You are a good teacher.

@dawneschuk4221 Год назад

Thank you for your very clear and well demonstrated German Short Row heel. I was able to follow along and the heel turned out as it should.

@liliamarquez9094 Год назад

Thanks you for taking the time to shear this wonderful project.

@Nataleerose714 Год назад

Fantastic video tutorial! This was the second heel that I’ve learned to knit and it was super easy to follow! Definitely very easy to knit and looks very nice

@danbev8542 28 дней назад

Great video, clear explanations. Love your work, Norman!

@patsydf 2 года назад

Thank you, this is the best heel method I have seen and clearly explained without confusing charts etc.

@susanarmstrong4446 Месяц назад

Thank you for a lovely clear video/tutorial, I am using a new to me pattern for socks but could not understand the insructions, I have knit for many years and used short rows many times but the pattern had me flummoxed. Your video clearly explained how to complete the short rows, so simple

@martafletcher3248 2 года назад

Thank you for your really clear instructions. This is the best heel pattern I've come across. 😀

@sophiasauseda2983 6 месяцев назад

Incredibly clear instructions. This video is lovely.

@Jacelyn5440 Год назад

Thanks, Norman, for these videos. I am still wanting to learn to knit, and your beginner videos are very helpful!

@bevsuderman-gladwell6246 2 года назад

Very helpful! Thanks. The printed instructions in my pattern just didn't make sense but watching you and hearing your detailed play by play was just what I needed. Thanks again.

@user-fg2hi 6 месяцев назад

Omg! Ive been hesitant to start socks, but now i feel so much better. Thank you!❤

@thaliahinton4241 Год назад

great easy to understand instructions. I just shared to a friend who is knitting her first pair!

@ellenweigold4408 Месяц назад

This is the best video I have found for the german short heel. I will definitely try this. Thank you so much. Keep up the great work.

@samanthaB7712 2 года назад

This was so helpful in replacing worn out heels in my woolens...thx you so much for the details and close ups. Excellent!

@nmrowdy4605 Год назад

Norman, you are an excellent teacher! I've been knitting for a long time, but I have learned so much from you.

@EggyDavi 2 года назад

The best German short row heel tutorial! Because of you I was successful!! Much gratitude and thanks!

@PaulaSimoes67 2 года назад

Thank you once more. Your lessons are always super clear!!!! Love from Lisbon! And thank you for charing the detail about your grandmother ... you were lucky ... and her teachings reach all the world through you! Thats very cool!!!!😊

@madelainedaley2128 Год назад

I’ve always wondered how to do this,thank you Norman

@muoimuoifernandez2122 2 года назад

Thank you to show and explain how difficult the way to knit german short row for the sock. I am very appreciate.

@luless144 Год назад

Perfect tutorial! You are an excellent teacher and such an amazing person ❤️ Thank you for your effort and time!

@rosemarieweber862 Год назад

Excellent tutorial. I never understood the GSR heel until now. Many thanks!

@dianakendall5115 Год назад

Very talented, I knitted along with your tutorial, produced a heel 😢I could not believe I could do it, but I did 😮, thank you again for showing your kindness and talents, I will have to repeat the process again 🎉.

@NimbleNeedles Год назад

congratualations! now onwards to the next sock, eh?

@barbaragrant4857 7 месяцев назад

Thank you so much for this tutorial! You explain and show how to perfectly do the short rows and how to do the step 3. I really need the visual and was able to execute the heel nicely for the first time. Thank you again!

@bonnadowns524 5 месяцев назад

Thank you so much❤️👌🙏 Your tutorial makes so much easier to follow… finally I Got It🙏

@tittijanermark4091 Год назад

Thank you!! I can finally knit socks thanks to your tutorial. It was so clear and easy to follow 🎉🎉

@Lucy_Bayard_John Год назад

Thank you very much!Clear instructions! I save this one to make sure I can refer to it!!!😊

@enacrt 3 года назад

What, you slip the stitch KNITWISE!?!? In every single tutorial on German short rows I've ever seen the stitch is slipped purlwise! Mind blown!! 🤯

@NimbleNeedles 3 года назад

Well to be fair, there are probably a million ways to knit short rows and it's not like u cannot slip purlwise either. I guess it boils down to which way you find it easier to pull down the working yarn.

@shielasmith9583 11 месяцев назад

Exceptional tutorial thank you for showing us beginners how to accomplish knitting basics

@MsPKeller Год назад

Excellent video with simple, clear instructions. I was able to do it on my first try! Thank you!

@sparkyal43 Год назад

This is an excellent video. Thank you for taking the time to make it. I have been knitting for years and have never made heels in this way. I am going to start a pair and try it.

@angelikagumbrell7089 4 месяца назад

An excellent tutorial. Well explained and it's easy to see and understand what you're doing. Thank you.

@melindavanfleet4873 Год назад

Thank you. Very clear instructions, and nice knitting technique.

@lenaraullo5263 2 года назад

This is a well explained Tutorial on German Short Row. Thank you.

@rghayden 2 года назад

Wow, ok, so this made heels make sense and I really like not having to take my stitches off the needles to do it. I’m so excited to try this! You’re the bomb! 😊

@sondragingery5949 2 года назад

I have never seen a german short row method. I really like this. Thank you! Your videos are so clear and easy to follow. I have been recommending your channel to all my knitting friends.

@da9890 Год назад

I just saw your video on GSR and I love it. I will be trying this technique. If I can do this, I will be using this technique from now on. Love all your videos I’ve seen. They are so informative. Keep up the good work.

@lynnechinnock4020 Год назад

Thank you so much for this clear & concise tutorial, I’ve always wanted to learn something other than heel flap & gusset. 🧦🧦

@lynnestrafford3488 8 месяцев назад

Brilliant video Norman, thank you. Clear and concise.

@anemariemotzfeldt6678 Год назад

Thank you so much to show me how to learn German short row. You are simple the best

@jodygifford8687 Год назад

I like that you use bright colors and a different color for the heel . So much easier to see. Thank you

@cleokoch2764 2 года назад

I tried this heel last night and I am amazed. It was the easiest heel I’ve ever see or done and it looks so neat. Thank you Norman! ❤️

@nicolalb695 6 месяцев назад

Thank you so much for this tutorial. I was so confused reading my knitting pattern instructions and trying German short rows for the first time. You have made it so much clearer!

@caylarivera2804 Год назад

This is such a useful technique! Thank you for the tutorial. I have only done this for one pair of socks so far but it is my favorite heel technique now. Not having to knit the heel flap and pick up all those stitches is so much easier!

@clairebradbury11 2 года назад

Thank you for such a clear explanation, you make it look easy!

@donatablevins4497 Год назад

Hello Norman, just want to let you know how much your tutorials have helped. I started knitting about 30 years ago and had to lay it down due to family raising and long work hours for 27 years. I recently picked my knitting back up and started with some socks. I’m basically self-taught, and anytime I have pattern instructions I’m not sure about or don’t understand, your channel is the first go-to for me. You explain your instructions clearly and in-depth and your video is set so its very easy to see what you are demonstrating. Please keep up what you are doing. You’re the best!

@NimbleNeedles Год назад

I definitely shall carry on. Thank you for your kind words ❤️

@andreabush1742 Год назад

thank you for such clear instructions and video angles.

@kirsisavolainen2210 5 месяцев назад

Thank you for this excellent tutorial. I will recommend your video for every knitter who has troubles with short row heel 😊 In Finland we call this type of heel 'tiimalasikantapää' i.e. hour glass heel.

@NimbleNeedles 5 месяцев назад

i shall not try to pronounce that, haha! :P

@angelar8262 Год назад

I love your videos. Your camera work and editing really allows us to easily see what your doing. So much better than other RU-vid videos I’ve seen. I learn so much watching your channel. I’m a much better knitter now. Thank you!

@kdscout 2 года назад

This is the best German short Row explanation and visual I have ever seen. I got a little tripped up not understanding that after the first series of sort rows that I should knit 2 full rounds which included ALL of the sock, not just the heel stitches. It’s not that he didn’t say it, but he didn’t show knitting them all so I thought I was supposed to knit 2 rows of heel in the stockinette stitch flat, which doesn’t work because you have to purl across half of the short row stitches and it looks wonky. I went back and watched carefully and realized my mistake and now all is good. Thank you.

@NimbleNeedles 2 года назад

Just in case. Almost all my tutorials have a linked blog post with the written instructions. So, the first link in the description will always take u there.

@jennifermiller7986 Год назад

Thank you so much!!! I have been putting off making socks because I didn't understand the heel. Your video was very clear and easy to understand. Now I am off to start some socks 💕

@queenofpixels5458 Год назад

Socks are on my knitting bucket list for this year. I learned the german short row from your other video earlier this year and used it on a sweater neckline that I couldn't understand the pattern instructions. Heels always seemed so complicated but this looks very clean and simple. Thanks for another great video. You are taking up a lot of the space on my knitting instructions playlist. :)

@SaraDvir Год назад

Great tutorial , well explained, I just finished the heel of my first sock, I never dared knitting socks. Great teacher and great channel

@foziamalik9879 2 года назад

Norman... I am really impressed by your expertise.... God bless you

@cuando1979 Год назад

Just came across this video and have to say thank you! i always end up with holes in my heels and your method of sl1kwise with yarn in front to create the DS is perfect! thank you!

@robertdavis8146 Год назад

I love this video. So informational and clear.

@LieraLolita 10 месяцев назад

I don’t know why i was so intimidated by gsr heels on socks. Your method makes it seem so much easier than the after thought heel I’ve been doing for years 😅

@NimbleNeedles 10 месяцев назад

Yeah, gsr is just sooo easy. I mean, it comes with its flaws but it certainly is simple 😎

@elizabethwillars838 Год назад

Thank you so much for such an easy tutorial! I’m currently making two at a time toe up on magic loop because I was worried about all the different heel types working cuff down! My local store, and favorite yarn barista, is going to offer a vanilla socks on magic loop in DK weight soon, so I feel like I’ll be able to tackle a top down German short row heel sock next!! Thank you so much!

@donnamacmaster1703 11 месяцев назад

Best video I found for this type of heel. I must say it’s not my favourite heel to make but it’s a must for some stripped patterns to make the sock look perfect.

@amegapuspita 3 года назад

Wow... your explanation is excellent . I will definitely try this

@jeaninegunn4118 Год назад

Clear and well filmed - thanks!!

@math1003 2 года назад

You are a born teacher! Thank you for posting these wonderful tutorials.

@NimbleNeedles 2 года назад

Wow, thank you!

@wendyherron7391 11 месяцев назад

OMG, I can't tell you how many tutorials I have watched, but just could not get the short heel row to look right. Until now! Thank you, Norman, for the great tutorial!! My sock heel looks wonderful. I have found my go-to for all things knitting.

@angelinewilson5851 Год назад

Thank you so much for this video. I haven't knitted socks for many years and am starting it up again. This is so much easier and I'm so glad I found your video. I purchased a book and I was so confused on the heel but you made it look better than any book. Thank you again.

@claudetterobichaud8075 Год назад

thanks for your tutorial 😊 you've made knitting socks so simple

@NimbleNeedles Год назад

that's because it is...heh...at least once you'Ve wrapped your mind around it! :P

@smileytuna Год назад

Fantastic tutorial!! I’m picking up knitting again after several years for sobriety so I had forgotten how to do this method. I find it kinda funny that this heel is considered one of the easiest bc I genuinely think it’s the most efficient and attractive heel turn I’ve seen

@melysacathcartcallrightsre4577 7 месяцев назад

Thanks, Norman! Knitted my first heel today. I am making my first sock and I might make a bunch of little socks as stocking for the season. I just have to get the knitting part more smooth like yours. Merry Christmas, to you and all of yours!

@MartaEvenings Год назад

Thank you so much for this video! I couldn't have finish my socks without your instructions!

@frans3474 3 года назад

I love knitting sweaters from the top down and I have used German short rows to knit a ‘set-in’ sleeve. It gives a very nice professional finish. Thank you for the great heel tutorial! ❣️🌹

@ooohlaa13 3 года назад

can you share a pattern source for this approach? I have done top down sweaters and not all that pleased with how the set in sleeve evolved, it was confusing and not that aesthetic result. Thanx for sharing!

@kathybyers398 2 года назад

Thank you for this tutorial. The visual is very helpful. I'm just to the spot where I am starting the heel so I'm going to try this.

@drikool3597 10 месяцев назад

Good morning Norman, thanks for this video, is akways very pleasant and informative to watch them. Yhis type of heel is my favorite, not so much for the simplicity of the technique butrather for its aesthetics and fitting.