Whats your preferred methods to join new skeins of yarn?

Its my first big knitting project and Im trying out different methods to add a skein. Just wanted to know what everyone else is doing :)

afterbrain

I usually do the "magic knot" (make a knot with yarn 1 into yarn 2 and a knot with yarn 2 indo yarn 1)
It is pretty easy to do and makes a very small and secure joint.

ok-tax945

Ive not committed to anything.  Last largest project was a bag I made for my daughter.   Started off with a granny square and tried following a pattern but quickly just ignored pattern and free hand.  LOL

I have bought a few patterns I need to make. But with my lacking concentration the ability to start isnt there.   

Much easier to view others work and say how nice they did.   
Im looking for inspiration.   If, I make a few crochet Peeps to give away free before Easter; Ill be happy.

Solnce

I like the Russian join: I think it is one of the most secure ways to join a new skein of yarn.

rebelita

The magic or invisible knot

Restlesserin

I love felting them together!

lycisy

Depends on the yarn Im actually using.
For pure wool like shetland the best way for me is spit splice and felting wet.
For any other yarns I prefer Russian Join or weaving in as I go.

I never use the magic knot after one knot came undone in the middle of a sweater. You dont have to repeat bad experiences.

celiamerula

I loop the new yarn as if it were from the existing ball - knit 1 stitch with it, knit 1 stitch with existing yarn, then keep knitting with new yarn.  Admittedly you have to be wary of tension and have to sew the yarn tails into the work, but I prefer it to knots.

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2024-1-3 18:48
I like the Russian join: I think it is one of the most secure ways to join a new skein of yarn.

Hey, thanks for recommending. I tried it out but mine looks super shabby! :(

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2024-1-3 09:32
I usually do the "magic knot" (make a knot with yarn 1 into yarn 2 and a knot with yarn 2 indo yarn  ...

That is what I think is the best method.