Essentials of Circular Machine Knitting

Essentials of Circular Machine Knitting

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Published: 2018-02-18

Total Pages: 84

ISBN-13: 9780985936938

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Begin your circular knitting machine journey by mastering 4 essential skills: starting a web on the machine, adjusting the stitch size, creating a selvedge, and reversing (heels). Establish a solid foundation to allow you to create socks and other items at home.


Circular Machine Knitting

Circular Machine Knitting

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Published: 2018-02-18

Total Pages: 92

ISBN-13: 9780985936945

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Once you have become familiar with the parts of the basic circular knitting machine and the essential techniques of starting a web, adjusting stitch size, and reversing; you will probably have many questions about yarns, sizes, patterns, and the capabilities of the ribbing attachment. Explore this advanced theory for circular sock machine (CSM) knitting so that you can work beyond the basics, creating socks that fit your unique needs.


Circular Knitting Workshop

Circular Knitting Workshop

Author: Margaret Radcliffe

Publisher: Storey Publishing, LLC

Published: 2012-05-01

Total Pages: 321

ISBN-13: 160342766X

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Discover the pleasures of knitting in the round! Margaret Radcliffe presents classic circular knitting techniques — including Fair Isle, helix, and tubular — in detailed step-by-step photographic sequences. This comprehensive guide provides directions for 35 demonstration projects, so you can practice each technique on a miniature hat, mitten, or sweater before applying it to a larger project. With tips on how to adapt any straight-needle pattern for use with circular needles, Circular Knitting Workshop opens up endless possibilities.


Translating Between Hand and Machine Knitting

Translating Between Hand and Machine Knitting

Author: Vikki Haffenden

Publisher: The Crowood Press

Published: 2018-08-17

Total Pages: 776

ISBN-13: 1785004328

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Knitting is an enduringly popular and creative craft, but many associate the techniques primarily with hand knitting, believing machine knitting to require arcane knowledge. However, machine knitting is formed from the same stitch structures and is equally versatile. Translating between Hand and Machine Knitting rediscovers the potential of domestic machine knitting to open up new possibilities for dedicated knitters, offering an equally creative yet timesaving method of crafting new designs. With over 500 images, this comprehensive guide offers detailed step-by-step explanations of techniques in both hand and machine knitting, whilst also offering inspiration and design advice. Dr Vikki Haffenden, a highly experienced knit designer, technical knitter and educator, shares the knowledge and understanding she has accumulated over a career designing for the knitted textile and knitwear industry and as a lecturer in knitted textile design. Topics covered include: Illustrated step-by-step instructions of hand and machine knitting techniques; Qualities and behaviours of fibres and yarns and their suitability for knitting; Equipment requirements and advice; Basic stitches and stitch constructions of hand and machine knitting; Combining stitches to make surface texture and colour patterns; Shaping and knitting 3D shapes; Calculating garment shape and size from tension swatches. Superbly illsutrated with 397 colour photographs and 130 line artworks.


Dyeing to Spin & Knit

Dyeing to Spin & Knit

Author: Felicia Lo

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2017-01-12

Total Pages: 161

ISBN-13: 163250412X

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Inspire and unleash a passion for hand-crafted color! "Unapologetic" is how Felicia Lo always describes her obsession with color and craft. In Dyeing to Spin and Knit, Felicia, founder and creative director of SweetGeorgia Yarns and highly sought after teacher and lecturer, provides clear and accessible guidance for creating gorgeous hand-dyed yarns and spinning fibers and an understanding of how dyeing affects knitted yarn and handspun yarn. Fiber artists will learn the fundamentals of how color works, how to combine and coordinate colors, and how to control the results when dyeing wool and silk yarns and fibers. Spinners will learn how to subdue intense and bright colorways or prevent muddiness in handspun. Knitters will gain the knowledge to avoid or maximize the effects of pooling. And finally, this book will include 10 patterns that use hand-dyed and handspun yarns and fibers to their most exciting advantage in knitting projects. Complete with detailed photographs from Felicia's own dyeing studio, Dyeing to Spin and Knit offers a master class in preparing hand-dyed yarns and fibers. Ignite your love of color--unapologetically!


Fundamentals and Advances in Knitting Technology

Fundamentals and Advances in Knitting Technology

Author: Sadhan C. Ray

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2012-03-14

Total Pages: 356

ISBN-13: 9380308655

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The book looks at the history of knitting and how the process has evolved to the latest developments. The chapters discuss the principles involved in all types of knitting machines and the different types of loops and knitted structures. The science and quality aspects of knitting, calculations related to knitting, and the mechanics of knitting are also examined.


Machine Knitting Resource Book

Machine Knitting Resource Book

Author: Joyce Bragdon

Publisher: Lulu.com

Published: 2014-10-24

Total Pages: 86

ISBN-13: 9781312459366

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Finally, an updated resource book for MACHINE KNITTERS. New techniques, charting symbols, all measurement charts, current sources for free patterns and free apps. Tons of info. Created with the info I wish I had when I first started machine knitting! Measurement charts include: Misses, Womens, Mens, Babies and Children. Also size charts for Hats and Socks. Invaluable time saver!


Very Easy Circular Knits

Very Easy Circular Knits

Author: Betty Barnden

Publisher:

Published: 2007

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781571204271

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Take your knitting to a new level by learning to knit in the round, then practice with 10 easy, fast projects including hats, socks, and bags.