Intarsia or Fair Isle? What Your Machine Can (and Can’t) Do
June 25, 2025
Fair Isle or Intarsia? The way you work color depends on your machine. In this post, we break down the differences between these two techniques and how they work on manual, punchcard, and electronic machines. Whether you're dealing with floats or separate yarn strands, you'll get a better handle on what your machine can (and can’t) do.
Fair Isle or Intarsia? The way you work color depends on your machine. In this post, we break down the differences between these two techniques and how they work on manual, punchcard, and electronic machines. Whether you're dealing with floats or separate yarn strands, you'll get a better handle on what your machine can (and can’t) do.
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Does Half a Stitch Really Matter? You Bet It Does
June 23, 2025
Half a stitch might not sound like much… but it can make or break your project. Discover how our Gauge Comparison Tool shows the real impact of small gauge changes—and why proper swatching is essential for machine knitting success.
Half a stitch might not sound like much… but it can make or break your project. Discover how our Gauge Comparison Tool shows the real impact of small gauge changes—and why proper swatching is essential for machine knitting success.
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Ditch the Math: Use the Gauge Calculator
June 16, 2025
Let the Gauge Calculator handle the math. Quickly turn your swatch measurements into stitch and row gauge — accurate, easy, and frustration-free.
Let the Gauge Calculator handle the math. Quickly turn your swatch measurements into stitch and row gauge — accurate, easy, and frustration-free.
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Cheat Sheets for Hand Manipulation
June 11, 2025
Tired of counting needles for every cable or lace repeat? These printable cheat sheets make hand-manipulated stitch patterns faster, easier, and more accurate — perfect for non-patterning machines!
Tired of counting needles for every cable or lace repeat? These printable cheat sheets make hand-manipulated stitch patterns faster, easier, and more accurate — perfect for non-patterning machines!
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What Makes the LK150 Knitting Machine So Popular?
June 5, 2025
Discover why the Silver Reed LK150 is a favorite machine for knitters—lightweight, easy to use, and works with everyday yarns.
Discover why the Silver Reed LK150 is a favorite machine for knitters—lightweight, easy to use, and works with everyday yarns.
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Machine Knitting Groups and Clubs
April 28, 2025
Looking for machine knitters near you? Explore the updated Knit It Now Clubs map and meet others who share your passion for machine knitting.
Looking for machine knitters near you? Explore the updated Knit It Now Clubs map and meet others who share your passion for machine knitting.
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French Darts in Knits
April 21, 2025
French darts offer elegant shaping in sewing, but do they work in knitting? Explore why short rows make traditional bust darts the better choice for knitters.
French darts offer elegant shaping in sewing, but do they work in knitting? Explore why short rows make traditional bust darts the better choice for knitters.
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Charting Devices vs DesignaKnit
April 18, 2025
Charting device or DesignaKnit? Discover the pros and cons of each for better results in your machine knitting designs.
Charting device or DesignaKnit? Discover the pros and cons of each for better results in your machine knitting designs.
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What Did I Miss? Catch Up with the Monthly Recap!
March 31, 2025
Missed a blog post, tip, or pattern? the Knit it Now Monthly Recap makes it easy to catch up on expert advice, machine knit-ables, and tips—all in one place! Scroll through the carousel and explore past knitting inspiration anytime.
Missed a blog post, tip, or pattern? the Knit it Now Monthly Recap makes it easy to catch up on expert advice, machine knit-ables, and tips—all in one place! Scroll through the carousel and explore past knitting inspiration anytime.
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Flat Ribs: A Simple Technique with Big Impact
March 16, 2025
Flat ribs add texture and structure without stretch. Explore the Flat Rib Classroom and Skill Builder to master this versatile machine knitting technique!
Flat ribs add texture and structure without stretch. Explore the Flat Rib Classroom and Skill Builder to master this versatile machine knitting technique!
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