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Stitch Designer
Learn DesignaKnit: There are 2 non-selecting yarns at row ...
Have you seen this warning in DesignaKnit Stitch Designer? "Error in pattern. There are 2 non-selecting yarns at row ..."Let's translate this cryptic message and take steps to resolve it.
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Machine Knitting Tips
machine knitting
Knitting Machines Around the World
Over the years, knitting machines have been made by various manufacturers and marketed in different parts of the world under different brand names. Here's a quick reference for the various names.more...

Machine Knitting Techniques
cast on
provisional cast on
Ravel Cord
scrap and ravel cord
techniques
6 Ways to use Ravel 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.more...

Machine Knitting Tips
Brother 260
Brother KH260 Bulky Knitting Machine
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.more...

Machine Knitting Techniques
programming stitch patterns
punchcard
stitch patterns
Decorative Patterning with Knitting Machines
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!more...

Knitting Machine Projects | Patterns
curl
Diagonal
The Ultimate DIY Shawl
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!more...

Knitwear Design
custom knitting patterns
Knit it Now Tool
tapers
Slope vs Taper - Draft Angles for your Knitting
When drafting knitting patterns or just making adjustments, understanding the math behind angled shaping is important. Explore the difference between slopes and tapers. Do you struggle with math? Check out the Knit it Now tools to take the guesswork out of creating custom knitting instructions.more...

Machine Knitting Tips
machine knitting
Machine Knitters: Save your Back and Shoulders
When machine knitting, your position at the machine is most important. Add to your knitting pleasure by being comfortable and protecting your back, neck and shoulders.more...

Knitwear Design
garment shaping
neck shaping
Neckline Planning for Machine Knitters
When choosing a sweater style to knit, one of the many decisions is "what neckline style do I want?" For machine knitters, consider your skills, your machine, techniques and your yarn when making a decision.more...

Machine Knitting Techniques
embellishment
Twisted Cord Fun
Use a kitchen appliance to create an easy, pretty and fun alternative to I-Cord for ties, straps, and embellishment. Turn strands of yarn into a strong cord.more...

Knitting Machine Projects | Patterns
curl
scarves
Machine Knit No Roll Infinity Scarf
Make it in a weekend! An Infinity (or Mobius) Scarf has no beginning and no end. Knit yours with your knitting machine in a gorgeous yarn in no time!more...

Machine Knitting Tips
machine knitting
machine knitting terms
Machine Knitting Terms Glossary
Don't let cryptic abbreviations and mysterious machine knitting terms discourage you. Use the Knit it Now Machine Knitter's Terms Glossary to understand vintage patterns and books. Use it for a refresher for the jargon used by machine knitters.more...