Hi guys! Recently got the hang of most techniques on my knitting machine and want to create some projects. How do I find patterns for knitting machines? Can I use normal hand knit patterns? Is there any good websites or books worth looking at?

Any suggestions for projects too are much appreciated

I got sucked into an episode of the computer chronicles from 1988 talking about the longevity of the C-64. By 1988 it was thoroughly obsolete but new software kept coming out. At around the 8 minute mark a user is showing her sweater planning/design software. Her gauge swatch looks machine knit to me.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lL70gLaouDQ

I just got my holy grail, a Brother KH400. Should I also get the KX350 or is the 400 sufficient?

Is the KX350 carriage compatible because something has broken on my KH400 carriage (used duct tape, it runs fine).

Honestly I have no idea what I am doing or what to look for so any advice would be great! I'm very skeptical of ebay & can't seem to find one on there that has been tested and isn't an outrageous price. My only requirement is that I can use punch cards.

Facebook marketplace doesn't have anything close by, but 60+ miles away are: Toyota KS858 for $250, Singer SRP-50 $600, and KH 881 for $400.

I had to stop knitting by hand due to severe arthritis, so this is something I'm really excited about.

Found someone selling this Turmix Unic knitting machine, they don’t know much about it so can’t say if it has all the pieces. Does it look like it is everything? I’m new to this

I have the Sentro 48 & 22 and also the Addi 46 & 22 for me there is a big difference in the way the machines knit, the Addi’s are much smoother and don’t seem to drop or tuck quite as many stitches as the Sentro machines even with different weight yarns. I much prefer the Addi over the Sentro other than the handle size. I do not like how big the handle is on the Addi machines, it’s difficult and uncomfortable to hold onto and turn am I doing something wrong or do others have the same issue? I can’t be the only one that’s feels this way! First world problems I guess 🤷🏼‍♀️

Hi! I would love some advice for large floats on the back of single motifs I do on my Brother KH940. I basically have no experience with float control so any advice would be appreciated. The way the single motif function works, is they pull out the two edge needles of the panel and carry the single motif yarn to either side of the panel, leaving large floats on the left and right side of the motif which is pretty unsightly. Any way around this or way to manage this? Thank you!!!

Hi all!

I have been trying to find a decent machine like a sentro where I can quickly work through plain stockinette without losing my mind with the monotony of it all.

I recently have begun knitting and crocheting with lighter weights - fingering/sock/sport weight which aren't compatible with my machine. Is there anything I can use that would do what I'm looking for?

I know machines exist for worsted and chunky (I have one for medium and heavier weights), but what about fingering?

Hi All. I'm about to embark upon a fairisle sweater on my kh890 and just had a quick thought about the single colour and ribbing, etc - would you double strand on these sections to maintain a similar yarn density?

I have tried everything I can think of. I put my skeins into a bix cardboard box - they go flying right out the box and all over the room. I start from the center pull - when the skein is nearly used up it collapses and tangles. I try starting from the outer end - the skein jumps and flies and twists around and its own weight is too much tension for my winder and it still ends up tangling. I try starting from the center and then winding it by hand when it starts to fall apart - still tangles. I try starting from the center then cutting and switching to the outer pull when it's mostly done - the center pops out and gets tangled around the outer end. I try starting from the center and inserting a spacer in the middle of the skein to provide some structure - the yarn just gets stuck on it. Just a few minutes ago I outright cut and threw out a big clump of yarn because I just couldn't deal with it anymore. I'm angry, I'm hot and sweaty, my chest hurts, and I think every day my family hears the screams and banging and gets concerned.

How. In. The. World. Do you get yarn from a skein to a cake/cone/anything machine-usable without pulling your hair out and bashing your head against a wall????

Hi! I got too ambitious and started a cardigan as my first ever knitting project. I'm now having trouble understanding this pattern online. It says to hold 10 needles in neck edge, then decrease 5 needles 2 rows later. The stitch count then decreased 10, as per the pattern guide. Do I bind off said 10 sts after holding on RC 187?

I watched Diana Sullivan’s video on youtube, tinkered around with my own algorithms for sizes, and voilà: fully fashioned socks with zero grafting required

Person I bought it from used it. They gave it a new sponge bar and freshly oiled.

I bought a used Singer SK700 recently. It knits beautifully but the table clamp plastic slot is broken on one side, so the machine doesn’t stay on the table well when I knit. The side with the broken slot tends to shift backwards when I work. Do you know where I can find a replacement piece? If not, are there any clamp hacks to prevent the machine from moving?

Hello hello! As the title says, what is the ideal height for the machine to be at on the table? Both with and without a ribber.

I am starting to feel some tension in my upper back although i try to stand and sit while working at the machine. My table is set above hip height so that when i do any stitch manipulation i'm not hunching over too much.

Any advice would be helpful! Thank you in advance.

Hi all, from what I have read both these machines seem pretty similar in terms of their capabilities. Which one would you suggest buying?

Hi all! Does anyone know if reversible double jacquard possible on an SK-280 punchcard machine? I'm keen to work some projects with my images on both sides of the fabric, and seeing conflicting information about whether the RJ1 Jacquard Carriage makes this possible, or if that only does birdseye back. Thank you so much!

I hope this message finds you well. My name is Teunis Spits, and I’m a sign painter and pinstriper from the Netherlands. Recently, I’ve been given the exciting opportunity to restore a Vintage Record Sock Knitting Machine with traditional pinstriping and lettering. However, I’ve been struggling to find images, manuals, or references that showcase the original logos, designs, or artwork these machines might have featured.

I was wondering if you might have access to such resources or know someone who could guide me in the right direction. My goal is to stay as true to the machine’s original design as possible, preserving its historical charm while restoring its aesthetics.

If you have any information, leads, or even tips on where I could find details about the branding or design style used on these machines, I would be incredibly grateful.

Thank you so much for your time and assistance. I’d be delighted to share pictures of the final restoration with you once it’s complete!

Looking forward to hearing from you.

Best regards,

Teunis Spits

I have a KH864 machine and am seeking a carriage that will work. I've found a KH840 carriage but I'm not sure it will work on my machine. Any thoughts?

I am searching for a machine knit pattern for a ruana like this. Anyone have suggestions? I realize it is made up of pretty simple shapes, but I am not sure how to attach this type of belt.

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