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Casting On: Using Cast-on Rag and Ravel Cord
This post explains how to use a cast-on rag with ravel cord to create both an open loop cast-on (good for folded hems) and a closed loop cast-on (e-wrap or latch tool).
Making a Cast-on Rag
This post shows you how to make a cast-on rag that enables you to cast on with weights. The rag can also be used to protect your garment when partial knitting.
Casting off: Using a Transfer Tool (before/behind sinker posts)
You can use the single-pronged transfer tool to cast off in two ways: in front of or behind the sinker posts (gate pegs). The first is quick and easy, the second gives a better finish.
Casting On: E-wrap cast-on
An e-wrap cast on is a very easy and quick method that can produce a nice closed edge. Needs a bit of practice to get it even, but you can make it looser if you want a stretchier edge.
Setting up Your Knitting Area
It is a good idea to create a wonderful knitting workspace for your new knitting machine to ensure successful knitting. You will need a table and chair, good lighting, space for tools, yarns, accessories and patterns.
Casting Off: Using a Tappet Tool
If you are able to increase the stitch dial by 2* or more then you can cast off using a tappet tool. This gives a nice even chain effect edge.
Casting On: Using a Tappet Tool
The tappet tool can be used to create a nice crochet chained cast on edge for your machine knitting. This post shows you how to do it.
Casting Off: Using a Darning/Tapestry Needle
You can cast off your knitting using a darning or tapestry needle. Method 1 uses a quick running stitch which is good for swatches although a the edge is a little uneven. Method 2 uses a back stitch which is…
Review of 5 low-priced manual wool winders
Wool winders are an important tool for machine knitters of fine industrial yarn. I have acquired five wool winders of the past couple of years. I thought it was time to compare and report on their performance for knitting with…
Twisting Stacks for machine knitting with fine yarn
If you are machine knitting with fine yarn a twisting stack that enables you to loosely twist up 2 or 3 strands of yarn is a very useful item to buy or make.
Machine Knitting with Fine Yarn (winders & home-made hats)
Wool winders and twisting stacks can make it easier for a machine knitter to knit with multiple strands of fine yarn.
