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Knit Hats Based on YOUR Skill Level
One of the more rewarding projects for machine knitters is hats.Keep your loved ones warm and polish your knitting skills without a huge time investment.
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Knitwear Design
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Why guess at ease?
Have you ever found yourself puzzled by the concept of "positive ease" in knitting patterns?
Ease is a personal choice.
Explore why the concept of "pinching" doesn't work and the best way to knit sweaters that fit
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DesignaKnit Tips and Tricks
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DesignaKnit for Brother and Silver Reed Knitters
It's important to note that DesignaKnit interacts differently with various knitting machines, and understanding these differences is crucial before you invest in the software.more...

Machine Knitting Tips
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Machine Knitting is Hard
Do you make machine knitting harder than it needs to be? Here are some tips to considermore...

Knitting Machine Projects | Patterns
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A tale of 2 cowls
Don't over-think it! Solve the mystery of stripe direction and stitch gauge by comparing these 2 cowl designs.No matter which one you choose, the knitting is easy and the results are amazing!
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Machine Knitting Tips
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Silver Reed vs Brother Knitting Machines
Over the history of domestic knitting machines, 2 major brands were at the forefront of producing machines; Silver Reed and BrotherBoth Brands were marketed worldwide under other names, but today, no matter what the brand name, machines can be generally categorized based on the original design logic of these 2 names.
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Machine Knitting Tips
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Machine Knitting Groups and Clubs
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Machine Knitting Tips
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Taitexma
Taitexma vs Silver Reed
There are very few fresh-out-of-the-box machines available these days. Which machine is best for you? It depends on what you are looking for. You have choices: Compare Taitexma and Silver Reed machines.more...

DesignaKnit Tips and Tricks
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Do you NEED DesignaKnit?
Machine knitters often refer to DesignaKnit (lovingly called DAK).If don't own DesignaKnit, and you are considering buying it and you aren't sure if its right for you, explore the possibilities here.
For a FREE deep-dive "Quick Start" in DAK, visit LearnDesignaKnit.com/QUICK
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Knitwear Design
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Master Sweater Fit: Unlock the Secrets to Perfect Fit
Don't expect a knitwear designer to chart a pattern that is perfect for YOUR body. Learn to modify patterns so you can have a perfect fit EVERY TIME!more...

Machine Knitting Tips
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5 ideas to Spark your Knitting Passion
Do you remember the exhilaration you felt when you first began your machine knitting adventure? The thrill of exploring various stitches, patterns, and colors, and the satisfaction of witnessing your ideas taking shape on the knitting bed.What can you do to re-ignite that enthusiasm?
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Knitwear Design
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Bust Darts for better Fit
Stop pulling down the front of your sweaters. Add bust darts for better fit.more...