DAK to Brother 970 Download
![DAK to Brother 970 Download Tutorial for Machine Knitting](/contentlibrary/previewimages/thumb_436.jpg)
Creating your own stitch patterns (or modifying stitch patterns) is not difficult when using the Brother 970 and DAK.
Perhaps you see a stitch pattern in a
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Brother 970 Create a Stitch Pattern
![Brother 970 Create a Stitch Pattern Tutorial for Machine Knitting](/contentlibrary/previewimages/thumb_495.jpg)
You can create your own stitch patterns directly in the 970 CB-1 Box. Be sure to review the introductory tutorial for the basic concepts.
This
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Brother 970 Position a Stitch Pattern - Part 1
![Brother 970 Position a Stitch Pattern - Part 1 Tutorial for Machine Knitting](/contentlibrary/previewimages/thumb_496.jpg)
This tutorial is the next in a series covering using the CB-1 box on your electronic 970 knitting machine.
Once you have a design in memory of the 970
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Brother 970 Position a Stitch Pattern - Part 2
![Brother 970 Position a Stitch Pattern - Part 2 Tutorial for Machine Knitting](/contentlibrary/previewimages/thumb_497.jpg)
This tutorial is the next in a series covering using the CB-1 box on your electronic 970 knitting machine.
The CB-1 box allows you to combine stitch
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Brother 970 Stitch Pattern Variations
![Brother 970 Stitch Pattern Variations Tutorial for Machine Knitting](/contentlibrary/previewimages/thumb_498.jpg)
The electronics of the CB-1 box allow you to easily modify stitch patterns and make them unique! With a few steps you can reverse or elongate a design plus much
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Drop Stitch Rib
![Drop Stitch Rib Tutorial for Machine Knitting](/contentlibrary/previewimages/thumb_704.jpg)
Here is a pretty, openwork stitch pattern that isn't as hard as it looks.
Knit a fairly basic 3x2 rib, but drop a few stitches here and there ....
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Cable Eyelet Ribbing
![Cable Eyelet Ribbing Tutorial for Machine Knitting](/contentlibrary/previewimages/thumb_737.jpg)
Adapted from a hand knitting pattern, this is a beautiful combination of knit and purl stitches, eyelets and cables.
2 methods are demonstrated, one
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2x2 Ribbed Lace
![2x2 Ribbed Lace Tutorial for Machine Knitting](/contentlibrary/previewimages/thumb_825.jpg)
Take plain 'ol 2x2 ribbing and make it fabulous with a bit of hand manipulation
Through the Back Loop - Twisted Stitch
![Through the Back Loop - Twisted Stitch Tutorial for Machine Knitting](/contentlibrary/previewimages/thumb_656.jpg)
In hand knitting there are times when you are instructed to knit
through the back loop. You may be working a decorative stitch,
or the designer may
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Cut n Sew - Bands in Pattern
![Cut n Sew - Bands in Pattern Tutorial for Machine Knitting](/contentlibrary/previewimages/thumb_252.jpg)
Consider using fairisle, tuck, slip, or reverse stockinette for bands with texture and contrast.
End Needle Selection: Silver-Singer
![End Needle Selection: Silver-Singer Tutorial for Machine Knitting](/contentlibrary/previewimages/thumb_2068.jpg)
When working in pattern, keep the edges clean to make seaming and shaping easier. Cancel patterning on the edges with one simple tip.
End Needle Selection: Brother machines
![End Needle Selection: Brother machines Tutorial for Machine Knitting](/contentlibrary/previewimages/thumb_2069.jpg)
When working in pattern, keep the edges clean to make seaming and shaping easier. Cancel patterning on the edges with one simple tip.
Brother 'Dry Knitting'
![Brother 'Dry Knitting' Tutorial for Machine Knitting](/contentlibrary/previewimages/thumb_2075.jpg)
Brother Machines: Preview a stitch pattern by "knitting" without any yarn.The machine will pre-select needles so you can confirm the accuracy and position
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Thread Lace
![Thread Lace Tutorial for Machine Knitting](/contentlibrary/previewimages/thumb_1011.jpg)
Often overlooked, Thread Lace is an easy technique to create openwork "lace" fabrics. Knit with a thick yarn and a very fine yarn, there are lots of
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Stitch Types and Yarn Usage
![Stitch Types and Yarn Usage Tutorial for Machine Knitting](/contentlibrary/previewimages/thumb_421.jpg)
Stockinette, Slip, Tuck, Lace all make beautiful fabrics. Each has it’s own characteristics, but which one uses more yarn?
Follow along on our
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Interrupted Patterning Part 1
![Interrupted Patterning Part 1 Tutorial for Machine Knitting](/contentlibrary/previewimages/thumb_750.jpg)
Shaping garments while working with automatic stitch patterns can be one of the more challenging tasks for a machine knitter.
An understanding of YOUR
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Interrupted Patterning Part 2
![Interrupted Patterning Part 2 Tutorial for Machine Knitting](/contentlibrary/previewimages/thumb_751.jpg)
Continuing a detailed demonstration of stopping and re-starting stitch patterning.
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Stitch Multiples
![Stitch Multiples Tutorial for Machine Knitting](/contentlibrary/previewimages/thumb_431.jpg)
Knitting stitch multiples
Multiple of 5 plus 1, Multiple of 3 plus 2. These indicators on stitch patterns can make or break the finishing on your
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Brother KRC900 Color Changer
![Brother KRC900 Color Changer Tutorial for Machine Knitting](/contentlibrary/previewimages/thumb_2079.jpg)
Quickly change colors when knitting with the ribber by using this color changer.
Automatic Patterning 1-2-3
![Automatic Patterning 1-2-3 Tutorial for Machine Knitting](/contentlibrary/previewimages/thumb_2100.jpg)
Just 3 steps to understanding Automatic Patterning, no matter what machine you use. Punchcard or electronic, it's important to UNDERSTAND how patterning works
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Connect the Dots Stitch Pattern Part 1 of 2
![Connect the Dots Stitch Pattern Part 1 of 2 Tutorial for Machine Knitting](/contentlibrary/previewimages/thumb_2134.jpg)
Use Short row Shaping (partial Knitting) to create an interesting graphic stitch pattern.Create an all-over design
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Connect the Dots Part 2
![Connect the Dots Part 2 Tutorial for Machine Knitting](/contentlibrary/previewimages/thumb_2136.jpg)
Continuing from the single repeat in this video, add alternating dots across the
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Blister Stitch Tips
![Blister Stitch Tips Tutorial for Machine Knitting](/contentlibrary/previewimages/thumb_703.jpg)
This is a "basic" knitting stitch, with practically unlimited variations. It is also known as Coin Stitch, Bubbles, Bricks, Blocks.Here are tips for success
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Waffle Stitch (Ribber)
![Waffle Stitch (Ribber) Tutorial for Machine Knitting](/contentlibrary/previewimages/thumb_894.jpg)
A beautiful variation of 1x1 ribbing that's easy to knit with no automatic patterning or hand manipulation.
Design your own stitch patterns
![Design your own stitch patterns Tutorial for Machine Knitting](/contentlibrary/previewimages/thumb_862.jpg)
When creating your own stitch patterns, it is critical to keep your gauge in mind.
No matter what method you use, DAK, Pencil and Paper, Punchcards, your
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Lacy Waves
![Lacy Waves Tutorial for Machine Knitting](/contentlibrary/previewimages/thumb_736.jpg)
Interesting, textured, openwork stitch pattern that can be worked on any knitting machine. It is worked with a bridging technique and short rows.You may
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Stitch Pattern with Every-Other-Needle
![Stitch Pattern with Every-Other-Needle Tutorial for Machine Knitting](/contentlibrary/previewimages/thumb_930.jpg)
Modify a stitch pattern to be used when knitting over every-other-needle. Create the punchcard to mimic the original design, but only pattern over the needles
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Plaiting on the machine
![Plaiting on the machine Tutorial for Machine Knitting](/contentlibrary/previewimages/thumb_932.jpg)
Knit 2 strands of yarn together and let the machine position them so you view one color on one side of the knitting and the 2nd color on the other side of the
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Mix 'n Match Stitch Patterns
![Mix 'n Match Stitch Patterns Tutorial for Machine Knitting](/contentlibrary/previewimages/thumb_1002.jpg)
Successfully combine stitch patterns in the same piece. Watch as we add a lace yoke to a sweater front and end up with the correct dimensions for the piece.
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Anatomy of Pattern Stitches
![Anatomy of Pattern Stitches Tutorial for Machine Knitting](/contentlibrary/previewimages/thumb_514.jpg)
Machine knitters have a wide range of pattern stitches available to add texture, dimension and color to their knitting. The basics are stockinette, tuck, slip,
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Multiple Waves
![Multiple Waves Tutorial for Machine Knitting](/contentlibrary/previewimages/thumb_690.jpg)
This is a hand-manipulated, lacy, openwork technique that can be done on any knitting machine, with any yarn. No punchcards or programming.
It's reversible,
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More Elongated Stitches
![More Elongated Stitches Tutorial for Machine Knitting](/contentlibrary/previewimages/thumb_692.jpg)
Worked on any machine, this openwork stitch pattern has many possibilities. Work large stitches by themselves or combine with other manual or automatic stitch
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Fairisle: What Knitting Machines Do Best
![Fairisle: What Knitting Machines Do Best Tutorial for Machine Knitting](/contentlibrary/previewimages/thumb_693.jpg)
Sometimes machine knitters over complicate things ... get back to basics and practice the built-in capabilities of your machine. Painless, stranded knitting, 2
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Linen Stitch on the Knitting Machine
![Linen Stitch on the Knitting Machine Tutorial for Machine Knitting](/contentlibrary/previewimages/thumb_724.jpg)
Linen stitch is a beautiful way to add texture to your knitting. For hand knitters, there are many variations on this ever-popular stitch pattern.
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Lifted Lace
![Lifted Lace Tutorial for Machine Knitting](/contentlibrary/previewimages/thumb_725.jpg)
Here's a beautiful lace that can be worked on any machine. A little hand manipulation does the trick for a loose, open fabric.
If you don't have a
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Honeycomb Smocking Stitch
![Honeycomb Smocking Stitch Tutorial for Machine Knitting](/contentlibrary/previewimages/thumb_562.jpg)
This honeycomb smocking stitch looks complicated, but it's really not difficult to do.
Combine needles out of work, slip stitches and a little hand
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PSSO Decorative Center Double Decrease
![PSSO Decorative Center Double Decrease Tutorial for Machine Knitting](/contentlibrary/previewimages/thumb_979.jpg)
Borrowed from the hand knitting world, this textured, columnar stitch pattern with or without eyelets magically forms a scalloped edge.
Use it in a single
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Cheat Sheets for Hand Manipulation
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![Cheat Sheets for Hand Manipulation Tutorial for Machine Knitting](/contentlibrary/previewimages/thumb_910.jpg)
With non-patterning machines and any time you want to work a hand manipulated stitch pattern, there's usually a lot of counting of needles involved. Here are
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Lace: Multiple Stitch Transfers Part 2
![Lace: Multiple Stitch Transfers Part 2 Tutorial for Machine Knitting](/contentlibrary/previewimages/thumb_957.jpg)
A beautiful lace technique is to transfer stitches so the transfers are worked a few stitches away from the eyelet they create. This technique combined with
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Punchcard Basics
![Punchcard Basics Tutorial for Machine Knitting](/contentlibrary/previewimages/thumb_925.jpg)
Automatic patterning with punchcards can seem almost magical. Let's dispel some of the mystery, learn the basics and take steps to punchcard machine
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Interchangeable Punchcard?
![Interchangeable Punchcard? Tutorial for Machine Knitting](/contentlibrary/previewimages/thumb_1029.jpg)
Can this punchcard be used with all stitch patterns? Examine a punchard and explore if it can be used for tuck, slip, fairisle, etc.
Slip Stitch on Brother Machines
![Slip Stitch on Brother Machines Tutorial for Machine Knitting](/contentlibrary/previewimages/thumb_914.jpg)
Slip stitch is one of the basic techniques that can be worked on any machine. Hand manipulated or worked with automatic patterning, there are many, many uses
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Slip Stitch on Silver/Singer/Studio Machines
![Slip Stitch on Silver/Singer/Studio Machines Tutorial for Machine Knitting](/contentlibrary/previewimages/thumb_915.jpg)
Slip stitch is one of the basic techniques that can be worked on any machine. Hand manipulated or worked with automatic patterning, there are many, many uses
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Tuck Lace
![Tuck Lace Tutorial for Machine Knitting](/contentlibrary/previewimages/thumb_730.jpg)
Want open texture without stitch transfers or a lace carriage? Think Tuck Lace!
Want a beautiful all-over texture on any machine? Think Tuck Lace!
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Knitweave Fun (929)
![Knitweave Fun (929) Tutorial for Machine Knitting](/contentlibrary/previewimages/thumb_2135.jpg)
Here's a Knit Weave pattern with a little something extra.
Follow along and try it on your machine.
Stitch Patterning on Sliver Electronic Machines
![Stitch Patterning on Sliver Electronic Machines Tutorial for Machine Knitting](/contentlibrary/previewimages/thumb_2164.jpg)
Explore how stitch patterning works with Silver Reed Electronic machines 840/860
SilverKnit Pattern Controller
![SilverKnit Pattern Controller Tutorial for Machine Knitting](/contentlibrary/previewimages/thumb_429.jpg)
You are not limited to using DesignaKnit or the PC10 controller for stitch patterns on electronic Silver Reed knitting machines.
Combine Cochenille
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SilverKnit Pattern Controller Part 2
![SilverKnit Pattern Controller Part 2 Tutorial for Machine Knitting](/contentlibrary/previewimages/thumb_430.jpg)
The SilverKnit Pattern Controller and Utility are an easy-to-use alternative to controlling Silver Reed and Singer Electronic Knitting Machines.
This
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Short Row in Pattern
![Short Row in Pattern Tutorial for Machine Knitting](/contentlibrary/previewimages/thumb_883.jpg)
Working short rows while knitting in pattern shouldn't be intimidating. Watch as we short row increase and decrease while knitting in tuck
2x2 Ribbed Lace
Anatomy of Pattern Stitches
Automatic Patterning 1-2-3
Blister Stitch Tips
Brother 'Dry Knitting'
Brother 970 Create a Stitch Pattern
Brother 970 Position a Stitch Pattern - Part 1
Brother 970 Position a Stitch Pattern - Part 2
Brother 970 Stitch Pattern Variations
Brother KRC900 Color Changer
Cable Eyelet Ribbing
Cheat Sheets for Hand Manipulation
Connect the Dots Part 2
Connect the Dots Stitch Pattern Part 1 of 2
Cut n Sew - Bands in Pattern
DAK to Brother 970 Download
Design your own stitch patterns
Drop Stitch Rib
End Needle Selection: Brother machines
End Needle Selection: Silver-Singer
Fairisle: What Knitting Machines Do Best
Honeycomb Smocking Stitch
Interchangeable Punchcard?
Interrupted Patterning Part 1
Interrupted Patterning Part 2
Knitweave Fun (929)
Lace: Multiple Stitch Transfers Part 2
Lacy Waves
Lifted Lace
Linen Stitch on the Knitting Machine
Mix 'n Match Stitch Patterns
More Elongated Stitches
Multiple Waves
PSSO Decorative Center Double Decrease
Plaiting on the machine
Punchcard Basics
Short Row in Pattern
SilverKnit Pattern Controller
SilverKnit Pattern Controller Part 2
Slip Stitch on Brother Machines
Slip Stitch on Silver/Singer/Studio Machines
Stitch Multiples
Stitch Pattern with Every-Other-Needle
Stitch Patterning on Sliver Electronic Machines
Stitch Types and Yarn Usage
Thread Lace
Through the Back Loop - Twisted Stitch
Tuck Lace
Waffle Stitch (Ribber)