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Secure those yarn tails

Secure those yarn tails
February 19, 2023
No matter what cast on method you use, it's important to secure the yarn tail so the first few stitches knit correctly.

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Swatching with Stitch Patterns

Swatching with Stitch Patterns
February 14, 2023
To establish the gauge of your knitting with a stitch pattern (fairisle, tuck, slip, lace , etc) Knit a "proper" gauge swatch in the same manner as swatching in plain knitting. Take care to carefully place markers for accuracy.

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Waxing Knitting Yarn

Waxing Knitting Yarn
February 5, 2023
Do you wax the yarn you use for machine knitting?

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DesignaKnit: Missing Stitch Symbols

DesignaKnit: Missing Stitch Symbols
January 24, 2023
If you've "lost" the stitch symbols in DesigaKnit Stitch Designer, there's an easy fix

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3 Ways to Match Gauge for Machine Knitters

3 Ways to Match Gauge for Machine Knitters
January 17, 2023
If you are using a knitting pattern with an established gauge, you must swatch with your machine and yarn to match the designer's gauge.
Here are 3 ways for machine knitters to match gauge.

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