Hand Knitters guide to Machine Knitting
August 1, 2022
"I am an accomplished long-time hand knitter and just got an LK-150 knitting machine. I've been able to knit a couple of hats. I want to knit my first sweater...."
"I am an accomplished long-time hand knitter and just got an LK-150 knitting machine. I've been able to knit a couple of hats. I want to knit my first sweater...."
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DesignaKnit with Non Electronic Machines
July 24, 2022
Can you use DesignaKnit with Non-Electronic machines?
Use the Interactive Knitting feature of DesignaKnit if you have a manual or non-electronic (or punchcard) machine and you want to make a new project. This can be used with a LK-150, Brother KX350, or any other machine that isn't an electronic one (even electronics that are no longer working.)
Can you use DesignaKnit with Non-Electronic machines?
Use the Interactive Knitting feature of DesignaKnit if you have a manual or non-electronic (or punchcard) machine and you want to make a new project. This can be used with a LK-150, Brother KX350, or any other machine that isn't an electronic one (even electronics that are no longer working.)
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Get Acquainted Swatch
July 12, 2022
You want to knit with a yarn you've never used before. How do you begin?
The ball band tells you some things, but if you knit on a machine, you need more. The best way to be successful with your new yarn is to knit a "get acquainted" swatch.
You want to knit with a yarn you've never used before. How do you begin?
The ball band tells you some things, but if you knit on a machine, you need more. The best way to be successful with your new yarn is to knit a "get acquainted" swatch.
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The ONE Secret to Machine Knitting Success
July 5, 2022
The thing that will make or break your knitting is the gauge. We can't measure as we go when we use a knitting machine. Before starting any project, it is very important for machine knitters to know their gauge. Here are seven things that can change how gauge works. Knitting swatches in NOT optional! :o)
The thing that will make or break your knitting is the gauge. We can't measure as we go when we use a knitting machine. Before starting any project, it is very important for machine knitters to know their gauge. Here are seven things that can change how gauge works. Knitting swatches in NOT optional! :o)
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9 Ways to Knit Garter Stitch on a Knitting Machine
June 28, 2022
When knitters are first introduced to knitting machines, they are surprised that we can't easily knit Garter Stitch (knit every row).
Because we aren't reversing our work as you do in hand knitting, as we knit, we are working knit and purl rows to create stockinette.
Here are some clever ways to add the texture of garter stitch to add texture.
When knitters are first introduced to knitting machines, they are surprised that we can't easily knit Garter Stitch (knit every row).
Because we aren't reversing our work as you do in hand knitting, as we knit, we are working knit and purl rows to create stockinette.
Here are some clever ways to add the texture of garter stitch to add texture.
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Machine Clamp Hack
June 21, 2022
Have you ever tried to attach your knitting machine to a table that was too thick for the clamps?
With the right tools, this hack is genius!
Have you ever tried to attach your knitting machine to a table that was too thick for the clamps?
With the right tools, this hack is genius!
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Stitch World Stitch Pattern Inspiration
June 14, 2022
Are you looking for some new ideas for stitch patterns? Machine knitting "eye candy" can be found in the Stitch World pattern books.
Are you looking for some new ideas for stitch patterns? Machine knitting "eye candy" can be found in the Stitch World pattern books.
They are sorted by the type of stitch (tuck, slip, fairisle, etc.) and have pictures of knitted samples and charts for each pattern.
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Punchcards for specialty stitches
June 13, 2022
How do I punch a card for specialty stitches (k2tog, PSSO, yo)?
How do I punch a card for specialty stitches (k2tog, PSSO, yo)?
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8 Ways to Knit Lace on a Knitting Machine
June 7, 2022
To knit lace on a knitting machine, you don't need a lace carriage or to transfer each stitch by hand.
To knit lace on a knitting machine, you don't need a lace carriage or to transfer each stitch by hand.
No matter what kind of machine you have, there are many ways to add holes to your knitting and make light, open fabrics that look "lacey."
Have you tried making lace in other ways? Comment below and tell us what you've learned
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Check your Spongebar
June 3, 2022
If you haven't changed your sponge bar "in a while", it's probably time!
If your machine is mis-patterning or just "acting up" a flat spongebar could be the cause.
No matter how often your machine is used, the sponge deteriorates in time.
If you haven't changed your sponge bar "in a while", it's probably time!
If your machine is mis-patterning or just "acting up" a flat spongebar could be the cause.
No matter how often your machine is used, the sponge deteriorates in time.
Check your spongebar!
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