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A mess with a purpose

In Machine Knitting Techniques,Ribber Posted by Knit it Now 2 Comments

I'm using a 1x1 flat rib for my current project. In planning ahead I realized that I couldn't visualize how the needle setup should be so the side seams will match. I went to my machine and knit a small (4" wide or so) swatch. I used this needle arrangement. I...

Quick Ribber Tip for Machine Knitters

In Machine Knitting Techniques,Ribber Posted by Knit it Now 0 Comment

Sometimes you need to add a new end of yarn when working in ribbing. Getting those ends between the beds can be a challenge ... a little puff of air works ... sometimes .... here's a better way. Have you seen our "Swatching on the Double Bed" Tutorial? It shows...

Ribber mis-behaving? It may be something simple

In Machine Knitting Inspiration,Ribber Posted by Knit it Now 6 Comments

My trusty ribber recently was really difficult to push. I wasn't doing anything fancy and immediately checked the following: Was the tension too tight on ribber or main bed? I'd used this yarn many times, so I knew it wasn't the yarn Was the yarn hanging up? None of these...

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A mess with a purpose

Quick Ribber Tip for Machine Knitters

Ribber mis-behaving? It may be something simple