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Matching Stripes
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When knitting sweaters, making sure the stripes on the sleeves and body align perfectly is a real challenge. It all comes down to the type of sleeves you're knitting.
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Yarn Guide for Machine Knitters
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We don't need yarn on cones for knitting machines. As long as the yarn is wound so it easily feeds into the machine, we can use any yarn weight that is appropriate for our machine.
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This is NOT a swatch
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The secret to success with your knitting is accurately establishing YOUR gauge by swatching.
Avoid common mistakes when swatching.
Avoid common mistakes when swatching.
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Puffy, Gathered Set in Sleeves
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Puffy or gathered set in sleeves are classic.
You don't need a special pattern to knit them. Learn to chart your own .. with little or math!
You don't need a special pattern to knit them. Learn to chart your own .. with little or math!
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Buying a used Machine? Ask Questions
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Here are some basic questions to ask when buying a used knitting machine.
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