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Too much math
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"Machine knitting is not for me ... there's too much MATH". Hand or machine, there are times when we need to drag out a calculator, but Knit it Now offers solutions that make this easier. Explore 8 times math is used for your knitting and how you can avoid the pain.
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Kids Heads are Big!
![Kids Heads are Big!](/images/blog/1050/kid_sweater_over-head2.jpg)
When knitting pullover sweaters for babies and kids, it's important to make sure the neck opening will fit over the head.
Looking at sizing charts, 3 month heads are 15". Neck openings are 4.5". Yes, knitting stretches, but leaving one shoulder open is the answer.
Make it easier for Mom and baby - leave a shoulder open and add a designer element!
Looking at sizing charts, 3 month heads are 15". Neck openings are 4.5". Yes, knitting stretches, but leaving one shoulder open is the answer.
Make it easier for Mom and baby - leave a shoulder open and add a designer element!
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European Shoulder
![European Shoulder](/images/blog/1052/shoulder_example21.jpg)
A European Shoulder style sweater has shoulder seam shifted towards the back, so the seam is not at the top of the shoulder.
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Open Cast on vs Closed Cast on
![Open Cast on vs Closed Cast on](/images/blog/1047/open_v_closed1.jpg)
There are many ways of getting your knitting started. Each method has it's uses, and falls in 2 categories; Open cast on and Closed cast on. Being familiar with multiple cast on methods is essential for all machine knitters.
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Intarsia on the Machine
![Intarsia on the Machine](/images/blog/1048/intarsia.jpg)
Intarsia (picture knitting) is a technique that allows color changes in the middle of the row without having floats across the back of the knitting
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