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4 Common Machine Knitting Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

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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Why does 0 matter?

Why do I have to cast on in the middle of the needlebed?

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9 Tips for Knitting Tuck

Tuck is an all-time favorite stitch pattern that can be worked on ANY knitting machine.
Tuck adds texture and knit in multiple colors it can create unique color patterns as well.
Here are 9 tips for knitting tuck.

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Sources for yarn on cones

You don't NEED to use yarn on cones for machine knitting. but if you prefer, here is a list of sources.

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Have you played

Pushing the limits of the yarn you have on hand is often called "yarn chicken"

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Hybrid Knitting

Different knitting methods .. beautiful results.

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DesignaKnit: Explore 13 Pattern Printing Options

What kind of knitting instructions does DesignaKnit Provide? Examine 13 different styles of knitting instructions.

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Transform Your Knitting: Charting Devices for Machine Knitters

Instead of traditional knitting instructions, consider other options

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From Swatch to Sweater: 7 Factors Every Machine Knitter Should Know.

Swatching and gauge in machine knitting ensure perfect fit. Many factors affect gauge. Understanding these variables helps achieve success with every project you knit.

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5 Tips for Attaching Buttons to Knits

Because of the loose nature of knits and the sometimes fragile yarns used, special care needs to be taken when attaching buttons to knits.

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Why is machine knitting so hard?

At first, machine knitting can seem to be hard. There's more to it than just picking up some yarn and 2 sticks. From understanding and mastering the machine to finding knitting patterns and incorporating stitch patterns, machine knitting can be a challenge ... but it's a GOOD challenge that is shared by knitters around the world.

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Understanding Row Counters in Machine Knitting: Avoiding Common Mistakes

Learn how to accurately interpret row counters on your knitting machine to ensure precise shaping and avoid common errors in your projects

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