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Gauge Rulers are NOT machine Specific (Green, Yellow, Blue)
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Gauge rulers are a quick (and no-math) method of establishing gauge.
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Hand Knitters guide to Machine Knitting
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"I am an accomplished long-time hand knitter and just got an LK-150 knitting machine. I've been able to knit a couple of hats. I want to knit my first sweater...."
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DesignaKnit with Non Electronic Machines
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Can you use DesignaKnit with Non-Electronic machines?
If you have a manual or non-electronic (or punchcard) machine , you can use the Interactive Knitting feature of DesignaKnit. Use this for an LK-150, Brother KX350, or any non-electronic machine (even electronics that are no longer working.)
If you have a manual or non-electronic (or punchcard) machine , you can use the Interactive Knitting feature of DesignaKnit. Use this for an LK-150, Brother KX350, or any non-electronic machine (even electronics that are no longer working.)
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Get Acquainted Swatch
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You have a new-to-you yarn that you want to knit. Where do you start?
The ball band gives some information, but as a machine knitter you need more. Knitting a "get-acquainted" swatch is the best way to have success with your new yarn.
The ball band gives some information, but as a machine knitter you need more. Knitting a "get-acquainted" swatch is the best way to have success with your new yarn.
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The ONE Secret to Machine Knitting Success
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Gauge is the ONE thing that will make or break your knitting. When using a knitting machine we can't measure-as-we-go. It is especially critical for machine knitters to know their gauge before starting ANY project. Here are 7 things that can affect gauge. Knitting swatches in NOT optional! :o)
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