Category : Tips

Flat Ribs: A Simple Technique with Big Impact

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!

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Introducing Your Personal Library: Save & Organize Your Favorite Knit It Now Content

Introducing Your Personal Library: Save & Organize Your Favorite Knit It Now Content
February 22, 2025
Keeping track of your favorite Knit It Now tutorials, patterns, and stitch resources just got easier! With the new Personal Library, you can tag and save the content that matters most to you—no more searching, just quick access to your must-have knitting resources. Look for the across the site and start organizing your favorites today!

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Unlock the Secrets of Knitting Symbols with Knit It Now

Unlock the Secrets of Knitting Symbols with Knit It Now
February 15, 2025
Unlock the secrets of knitting symbols! Learn to read and interpret charts for machine knitting, making patterns easier to follow. Boost your confidence today!

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Stay Connected: How to Reach Knit It Now

Stay Connected: How to Reach Knit It Now
January 8, 2025
Explore 7 simple ways to connect with Knit It Now, including email, chat, and snail mail. We're here to help machine knitters succeed!

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Top 5 Blog Posts of 2024

Top 5 Blog Posts of 2024
January 6, 2025
Discover 2024’s top 5 knitting posts, packed with expert tips, creative ideas, and techniques to boost your machine knitting skills and confidence!

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2024 Year in Review: Updates at Knit It Now

2024 Year in Review: Updates at Knit It Now
December 30, 2024
Explore Knit It Now's 2024 updates: Inbox Archive, Make & Master Guides, new tools, patterns, and resources—crafted to elevate your machine knitting!

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My lightbulb moment

My lightbulb moment
December 9, 2024
For years, I've been teaching machine knitting my way ...But recently, I've had conversations that changed everything.

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Swatching is NOT a waste of yarn

Swatching is NOT a waste of yarn
December 2, 2024
She skipped one critical thing that led to tears...

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The Lessons this Swatch Taught Me

The Lessons this Swatch Taught Me
October 21, 2024
I'm planning a hand-knit blanket for my college-age granddaughter and almost skipped the swatch. The first swatch showed I didn't have the patience for the complex stitch pattern but confirmed I loved the yarn. After frogging it, I started fresh with new enthusiasm and I was armed with information to plan and chart my blanket pattern.

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4 Common Machine Knitting Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

4 Common Machine Knitting Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
October 1, 2024
Are these common mistakes holding you back? Discover four pitfalls machine knitters face – like skipping swatching or juggling too many patterns – and learn practical tips to overcome them. Boost your productivity, master your machine, and knit with confidence!

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