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.
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.
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.
This book by Diana Levine Knits features 25 patterns to make using the Addi Express Kingsize knitting machine, the Addi Express 22 needle knitting machine, the Sentro 48 needle knitting machine, the Sentro 40 needle knitting machine, and I-Cord knitting machines. The book includes patterns for hats, purses, pencil bags, stuffed animals, blankets, scarves & more. The beginning of the book features a section introducing how to use circular knitting machines, some common techniques for seaming and assembling pieces made with circular knitting machines, and an introduction to the various machines that are available on the market. Circular knitting machines are a quick and fun way to create beautiful knitted items. Video tutorials: youtube.com/dianalevineknits Learn more: dianalevineknits.com instagram.com/dianalevineknits
The New Zealand Auto Knitter: Fundamentals of Circular Sock Machine Knitting on the NZAK provides detailed instructions for the assembly, adjustment, use, and care of the newest of the Auto Knitter machines--the NZAKs and the Quiknit. It should also prove valuable for understanding and knitting with other hand-cranked circular knitting machines or CSMs (circular sock machines). It is not intended for use with contemporary plastic machines.
This book is written for the person who just purchased a sock machine, it will show you how to unpack your machine, take it apart and put it back together. You will learn how to knit tubes, heels & toes, hang a hem, make your own knitted setup bonnet, and more. There is space on the pages to take & make your own notes. There are many up close photos that will show you details of the machines. If you can not make it to a sock machine event or find a local teacher, this book is like having me sit with you and explain to you how to use your sock machine. This is not a pattern book, it is a basic learn to use your machine book.If you have questions about what is included in this book please use the See Inside feature.
Bring Your Vision to Life with Pattern-Drafting Essentials What’s the number one mistake that knitters make? They follow a pattern exactly! In this comprehensive guide to sweater construction, acclaimed knitting instructor Sally Melville reveals the secrets to creating or modifying a pattern so the finished project looks and fits exactly how you want it to. Pattern drafting has never been easier to understand as Sally breaks down each skill, including how to • calculate your personal measurements, ease, and stitch patterns • create a pattern for an existing garment that you love • shape a variety of necklines, shoulders, sides, sleeves, and hemlines • combine garment elements for an endless array of design possibilities • rescue a project when it doesn’t turn out as expected • finish your projects with a professional look • knit 10 original projects that showcase the elements covered in the book With Sally’s knitting expertise at your fingertips, you have all the tools you need to adjust patterns to fit you better than ever and create patterns that finally make your dream designs a reality.
A comprehensive guide to knitting covering all the techniques needed to learn to knit and beyond The Knitting Encyclopedia is a wonderful reference guide for knitters of all levels. Whether you're just learning to cast on, or designing your first sweater, here is your guide through all the skills you need to get started mastering this amazing craft: - Materials and equipment-- from types of needles to stitch holders--both basic and advanced equipment is covered in full detail - The basics-- casting on, knit and purl stitches, and casting off - Intermediate techniques-- how to read patterns and make patterned stitches using knit and purl combinations - Advanced and complex techniques like how to adapt patterns to make them your own - A comprehensive stitch directory, grouped into sections on lightweight stitches, heavyweight stitches, colorwork, lace, aran, and edgings - The pattern section provides 30 stunning projects to make, with detailed instructions to progress through all the skills needed to become an accomplished knitter. - 500 color photographs throughout The hidden spiral binding and easy to use cross-referencing ensure that this will be a user-friendly resource that knitters will turn to again and again.
Now you can knit any type of 4 Ply Adult sock in any size or pattern, using the Easy Peasy Sock method. Ankle socks, knee length socks, plain or patterned, Ribbing attachment or Mock Rib, you will be able to Machine Knit socks with ease. Use Sew-As-You-Go for a circular knitting, double bed effect using a flat bed machine.There is a diagram for use with a knit leader or radar if you use that sort of attachment. With the Easy Peasy Sock system, you won't be writing down pattern rows and numbers to pick up later, you won't be putting half the sock in hold position while you knit the sole and turn the heel and there won't be any bulky seams at the toe.There are also details of how to amend these simple patterns for unusual foot sizes or widths.There is an easy knee length Mock Rib Sock that is so quick and simple to knit that you'll find yourself using it time and again.Hints and tips including full instructions for Sew-As-You-Go, using your Knitting Machine to sew seams, a simple way to mark out tension squares and much more!There is also a pattern and instructions for the standard way of Machine Knitting a 4 Ply Sock if you prefer.The Easy Peasy 4 Ply Sock Book has been successfully sold world wide and now it is in digital format for you to download and print if you wish.Never waste your 4 Ply oddments again and with this system, you'll soon be knitting 4 Ply adult socks for yourself, your family and friends.