Helping you be a better Machine Knitter

Taitexma vs Silver Reed

Taitexma vs Silver Reed
September 7, 2023
There aren't many brand new, right-out-of-the-box knitting machines available these days. What is the best machine for you? Explore your options so you can decide: Compare the tools made by Taitexma and Silver Reed.

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Wisdom from Fellow Machine Knitters

Wisdom from Fellow Machine Knitters
August 8, 2023
We asked our machine knitting community:
What 5 things should EVERY machine knitter know?
~and~
What 5 things do you wish YOU knew when you first started machine knitting?
Here's a sampling of their words of wisdom.

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Master Sweater Fit: Unlock the Secrets to Perfect Fit

Master Sweater Fit: Unlock the Secrets to Perfect Fit
August 1, 2023
Don't expect knitwear designers to create a pattern that fits YOUR body perfectly. Learn how to change patterns so you can always make clothes that fit EVERY TIME!

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5 ideas to Spark your Knitting Passion

5 ideas to Spark your Knitting Passion
July 29, 2023
Do you remember how exciting it was to start machine knitting for the first time? It's fun to try out different stitches, patterns, and colors, and it's satisfying to see your ideas come to life on the machine.

What can you do to get that excitement back?

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Bust Darts for better Fit

Bust Darts for better Fit
July 27, 2023
Stop pulling down the front of your sweaters. Add bust darts for better fit.

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Don't be afraid to try something new...

Don't be afraid to try something new...
July 13, 2023
You only need to knit one piece to make a quick, stylish, and useful bag. Using the Knit it Now Dynamic pattern, you can make yours in any stitch pattern with any yarn.

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Paisley Jacket: A Timeless Knitting Pattern for Every Woman

Paisley Jacket: A Timeless Knitting Pattern for Every Woman
July 10, 2023
This beautiful, stylish jacket was made by Eileen Montgomery, a long-time machine knitter, designer, and instructor.

The classic style was originally knit with a g-carriage on a standard gauge machine, but with the Knit it Now Dynamic patterns based on Eileen's design, you can use ANY yarn, ANY machine, and ANY stitch pattern!

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Turning Rows

Turning Rows
July 4, 2023
A turning row makes a sharp fold at the fold line of a folded hem or band. There are many ways to turn rows. Here are the three most popular.

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Mermaid Tail: Why should crocheters have all the fun?

Mermaid Tail: Why should crocheters have all the fun?
July 3, 2023
This warm, cute snuggler has been a favorite of crocheters for a long time. Knitters who use machines can join in the fun with our Mermaid tail machine knitting pattern.

The original design has three different stitch patterns, so our knitting pattern is written in three parts to suit three different stitch gauges. This way, you can add lots of texture and interest without having to do any math.

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