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Yarn for Knitting Machines
February 1, 2022
You don't need special yarn for machine knitting. Most importantly the yarn needs to be the appropriate weight for your machine. It must fit in the hooks of the needles.
You don't need special yarn for machine knitting. Most importantly the yarn needs to be the appropriate weight for your machine. It must fit in the hooks of the needles.
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6 Ways to use Ravel Cord
January 25, 2022
Ravel Cord is magical for machine knitters. It's a smooth, strong cord that has innumerable uses. It is also called rip cord or cast on cord.
Ravel Cord is magical for machine knitters. It's a smooth, strong cord that has innumerable uses. It is also called rip cord or cast on cord.
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Brother KH260 Bulky Knitting Machine
January 18, 2022
The Brother KH260 is the last punchcard bulky (9mm) knitting machine that the Brother company produced. It is a workhorse of a machine with everything you need to create beautiful bulky weight knitting.
The Brother KH260 is the last punchcard bulky (9mm) knitting machine that the Brother company produced. It is a workhorse of a machine with everything you need to create beautiful bulky weight knitting.
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Decorative Patterning with Knitting Machines
January 11, 2022
Quickly and easily create lace, textured patterns and multi-color designs with a knitting machine. With buttons, punchcards, electronics and even hand manipulation the sky's the limit!
Quickly and easily create lace, textured patterns and multi-color designs with a knitting machine. With buttons, punchcards, electronics and even hand manipulation the sky's the limit!
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The Ultimate DIY Shawl
January 4, 2022
Knitting diagonals is a common way for hand-knitters to make scarves, shawls, wraps and blankets. With a few considerations, machine knitters can join in the fun!
Knitting diagonals is a common way for hand-knitters to make scarves, shawls, wraps and blankets. With a few considerations, machine knitters can join in the fun!
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