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Machine Knitting Tips

Machine Knitters Bookshelf: Vintage & Modern Must-Haves

Discover the Machine Knitters Bookshelf — a growing reference of vintage and modern books to build your personal knitting library and connect with others.

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Knitwear Design

Add Style to your Sweater with Curved Hems

Add a graceful curve to your hems with short row shaping—a simple technique to elevate the look of sweaters, tops, and tunics.

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Machine Knitting Techniques
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Intarsia or Fair Isle? 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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Machine Knitting Tips

Does Half a Stitch Really Matter? You Bet It Does

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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Machine Knitting Tips

Ditch the Math: Use the Gauge Calculator

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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Printable cheat sheets for hand-manipulated stitch patterns on knitting machines
Knitwear Design

Cheat Sheets for Hand Manipulation

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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Machine Knitting Tips

What Makes the LK150 Knitting Machine So Popular?

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 Tips
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Machine Knitting Groups and Clubs

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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Machine Knitting Techniques

French Darts in Knits

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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Machine Knitting Tips
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Charting Devices vs DesignaKnit

Charting device or DesignaKnit? Discover the pros and cons of each for better results in your machine knitting designs.

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Machine Knitting Tips
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What Did I Miss? Catch Up with the Monthly Recap!

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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Machine Knitting Tips

Flat Ribs: A Simple Technique with Big Impact

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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