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Tips for Knitting Socks on Your Knitting Machine
Knitting socks on a flatbed knitting machine shouldn't be intimidating.Master short row shaping and you can knit lots of variations.
Toe up, cuff down, yoga socks, socks for kids and adults .. the sky's the limit!
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Knitting Machine Projects | Patterns
eBooks
patterns
socks
The Ultimate Machine Knit Socks
The Ultimate Sock eBook is your go-to pattern for better-fitting socks with a hand-knit style heel, in-the-round options, and multi-gauge machine support.more...

Knitwear Design
Punchcard and Electronic Machines: Understanding the Difference
Compare punchcard and electronic knitting machines. Learn the pros, cons, and key differences to choose the best machine for your knitting projects.more...

Machine Knitting Tips
How to Punch a Punchcard (The Right Way)
Punching your own punchcards is easier than you think, as long as you have the right tool and a steady hand. This post covers the basics of accurate punching, a clever tracing tip, and answers common questions so you can start creating your own custom stitch patterns with confidence.more...

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.more...

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.more...

Machine Knitting Techniques
fairisle
Intarsia
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.more...

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.more...

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.more...

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!more...

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.more...

Machine Knitting Tips
Knitting clubs
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.more...