Holding Position for machine knitting

Illustration of needles in holding position on a knitting machine

Holding Position

HP

Needle position E - D depending on brand (pulled all the way out)

The process of "putting needles in hold" consists of 2 steps:
  1. The position of needles
  2. The setting of the carriage
Hold has MANY uses. Understanding "hold" is critical for all machine knitters

Hold Position