The ONE Secret to Machine Knitting Success

The ONE Secret to Machine Knitting Success
July 5, 2022
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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9 Ways to Knit Garter Stitch on a Knitting Machine

9 Ways to Knit Garter Stitch on a Knitting Machine
June 28, 2022
When knitters are first introduced to knitting machines, they are surprised that we can't easily knit Garter Stitch (knit every row).

Because we aren't reversing our work as you do in hand knitting, as we knit, we are working knit and purl rows to create stockinette.

Here are some clever ways to add the texture of garter stitch.

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Machine Clamp Hack

Machine Clamp Hack
June 21, 2022
Have you ever tried to attach your knitting machine to a table that was too thick for the clamps?

With the right tools, this hack is genius!

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