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Subscriber Series: Circular (Tubular) Knitting

Circular (Tubular) Knitting Knit In Now Series
Use a double bed machine to create tubes or extra wide fabric.
Includes instruction for calibrating both beds for perfect gauge for all of your double bed knitting.

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Circular (Tubular) Knitting

Circular (Tubular) Knitting Tutorial for Machine Knitting

If you have a ribber, you can set your machine to knit in the round and eliminate seaming tubular pieces. Yes, there are some limitations, but this technique is very useful for a number of applications. What about quickly knitting hats and caps without a seam? Knit socks in
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Half Circular U-Knitting

Half Circular U-Knitting Tutorial for Machine Knitting

This variation of Circular (tubular) knitting leaves one edge open and creates a very wide fabric. Imagine knitting a piece that is double the width of your needlebed!

Master the use of the slip setting on your carriages and give half circular knitting a try.

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Matching Ribber and Main Bed Tension

Matching Ribber and Main Bed Tension Tutorial for Machine Knitting

Your main bed tension dial shows 1-10 and your ribber tension can be set 1-8. The goal is to have perfectly matching ribbed stitch fabrics, with even stitches on both beds.

What setting is best for YOUR machine?