What type of machine and what tension do you use? How can I get a copy of your book?
@EricaThomsonАй бұрын
I use a Brother punchcard machine or a model 710, but any metal bed machine standard gauge machine is fine, - usually tension 6-7. You can see all the wire patterns on my website here www.erica.co.uk. Send me an email to let me know which you'd like and I'll send you a PayPal invoice
@aslkaya94149 ай бұрын
thank you so much for inspirations and you are very cute 🥰🥰
@EricaThomson9 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@minaljain354911 ай бұрын
Hi! Your videos are very useful. Could you please tell me, is the machine used to knit yarn is the same for knitting wire as well?
@EricaThomson11 ай бұрын
Yes - the same machine used for both yarn and wire.
@minaljain354911 ай бұрын
@@EricaThomson Thankyou😊
@lilianabails9235 Жыл бұрын
Muy bonito y novedoso su trabajo profe, no sabía que se podía trabajar ese material en la máquina!!!!! Gracias!!!!
@lilianabails9235 Жыл бұрын
Que tipo de hilado es ese profe? Saludos desde Argentina!!!! Gracias!!!!
@EricaThomson Жыл бұрын
It is not yarn. It is thin copper wire used to make jewellery.
@lilianabails9235 Жыл бұрын
Una maravilla que haga bisutería con la máquina de tejer profe!!!! Hermoso!!!!
@EricaThomson Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@syedarehana6338 Жыл бұрын
What type of wire is this
@syedarehana6338 Жыл бұрын
I am from India how i purchase this wire
@EricaThomson Жыл бұрын
You can look at my website and choose the colours you would like to buy. I can post to India and you can pay by PayPal. See www.erica.co.uk/
@raquelreyes8573 Жыл бұрын
HI Erica thank you for you prompt reply I will email you rigth now so in can sent me sent me the instructions Thank you can we stay in touch if I need you help GOD bess you and your family
@raquelreyes8573 Жыл бұрын
Hi again can you please tell were I can buy the book you show on the tutorial I am very happy to have found your suite i will be subscribed so please send all the information you can thank you for this tutorial many Blessing
@EricaThomson Жыл бұрын
Hi Raquel, Please look on my website here www.erica.co.uk/knitting-with-wire/wire-patterns and email me [email protected] and I can send you all the instructions.
@moragwalker6325 Жыл бұрын
Hello Erica That was a lovely video thank you very much for reminding me about this. Best wishes from Dundee Scotland.
@EricaThomson Жыл бұрын
Hello Morag, Long time no see! I remember all of us making bracelets at Metropolitan many years ago - was good fun! Thanks.
@Kalina_Kitsune Жыл бұрын
I'm going to knit Sterling silver uppers for a pair of sandals! Thank you so very much for the inspiration! I'll send you pictures when I'm done if you want.
@EricaThomson Жыл бұрын
Oh yes! Would love to see photos!
@valeriepoole15352 жыл бұрын
Hello Erica, I'm not sure if you remember me, it's Val Poole we had a club together some years ago. I purchased some stretch nylon interfacing for knitwear from you, and just wondered if you still sold it. If not can you tell me where I can purchase it from. I gave up machine knitting some years ago, and am now into dressmaking, and find that the interfacing is great for the fabrics I use. It's nice to see that you are still machine knitting. Time has flown by, I hope that you and yours are well. Look forward to hearing from you, if you get this message. Best wishes Val.
@EricaThomson2 жыл бұрын
Hi Val - yes I remember you - that was a loooong time ago! I sold the last of the nylon earlier this year. You could try Hansons Fabrics Tel 01258 472698 I know they have had it or something similar.
@mateochuquichaico81072 жыл бұрын
Is it a Brother Kh840??
@EricaThomson2 жыл бұрын
Yes it is. Have you seen my latest video from 1 year ago kzbin.info/www/bejne/bZ-uiJdphauDj68
@mjremy26052 жыл бұрын
Wow, this is amazing! You can knit with wire? I came across this randomly and really blown away by your creativity. Well done! For those who need conversion: Look up the conversion from mm to AWG (American Wire Gauge) online. Search for 'mm to AWG conversion'. All wire is measured in: MM or Inches Fraction or Inches Decimal or AWG. MM is the most accurate measuring system and used globally. Americans being the practical people they are, decided to assign a Wire Gauge Number (AWG system) to the approximate mm measurements so that it would be easy to remember. Its a lot easier to remember 12 Gauge or 12 AWG versus 2.06mm. Always have the exact mm size and then translate to the AWG. 0.08 mm = smaller than 38 Gauge. Too fine. 0.335mm = 28 Gauge wire. Too thick 0.2mm = 32 Gauge wire. Just right. 0.25 mm = 30 Gauge for plastic silver coated wire. Thicker but softer.
@EricaThomson2 жыл бұрын
Thanks MJ! Yes - 0.2mm just right😁, remember to use 4 ends together - can be different colours and great to create unique colour blends and ombre effects.
@raquelreyes85732 жыл бұрын
can you use any knitting machine to do this
@EricaThomson2 жыл бұрын
Any standard gauge machine with a metal bed is suitable.
@raquelreyes85732 жыл бұрын
I am new at working with knitting machine I just brough one a KH-587 I do however do jewelry wire bracelet and earrings and others also resin so i really would like to learn
@EricaThomson2 жыл бұрын
@@raquelreyes8573 Yes, that machine will be fine. Good luck!
@FernUnfurling2 жыл бұрын
I keep coming back to this video. What machine is this?
@EricaThomson2 жыл бұрын
It is a Brother KH710 from the 1980's
@FernUnfurling2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this video. It is interesting to hear about your process. Have you heard of Yoola? It is all crocheting wire by hand, but I think you would be interested in her process as well.
@EricaThomson2 жыл бұрын
Thank you. Yes, I have heard of Yoola. It is very interesting work.
@ruthgenah95782 жыл бұрын
Hi Erica, what is the gauge of the wire? Thank you. Ruth
@EricaThomson2 жыл бұрын
US wire gauge is different to UK wire gauge. That is why I prefer to measure in millimetres. I use 4 strands of 0.2mm wire together.
@ruthgenah95782 жыл бұрын
@@EricaThomson thank yoi
@susans76062 жыл бұрын
This is incredible! Thank you!!
@EricaThomson2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@app1032 жыл бұрын
For those of us that use a different measuring system when purchasing wire, 0.2mm is equivalent to about a 32 or 33 gauge wire. Keep in mind that some metals are softer than others and that will contribute to whether it is bendable enough to use, or too hard and unsuitable for knitting. She is using copper, which is fairly flexible at that gauge. More specifically, she is using what is known in the electronics industry as copper magnet wire, which is enameled and comes in a variety of colors. That said, I once tried crocheting by hand with 32 gauge 316L stainless steel wire and regretted my life choices. The metal was too hard to bend properly. I considered moving up to about a 40 gauge but never got around to trying a another go at it.
@EricaThomson2 жыл бұрын
US wire gauge is different to UK wire gauge. That is why I prefer to measure in millimetres. Copper wire is quite soft and easy to knit on the machine. I have used stainless steel wire on the machine, but I only used one strand of 0.15mm and that wasn't easy.
@TosaNewsense2 жыл бұрын
This is such great info. Thank you. I cannot wait to try knitting some copper magnet wire. Off to find a knitting machine
@aliciafigueroa95722 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I tried using 26 gauge wire, and it wasn’t working at all, really helpful information.
@frederiquejones36332 жыл бұрын
Hello, your work is wonderful. I am only interested in knitting jewellery, is it necessary to have this very large machine or could you recommend something smaller? Thank you.
@EricaThomson2 жыл бұрын
All suitable knitting machines are this size I'm afraid, though they do pack down quite small when you are not using them. They only take a minute or two to set up again.
@CapricornSunLeoMoon2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing this fab idea Erica, never thought about using wire as assumed it would damage the machine. I have a chunky machine so would you still recommend the 0.2mm size or a slightly thicker one? Thank you
@EricaThomson2 жыл бұрын
Thanks! You could use lots of strands of 0,2mm wire, but I would try something like 0.4mm. It depends on the look you want and whether you want to blend different colours together for a unique mix. Using several strands of finer wire is always easier to knit. Have a play!
@CapricornSunLeoMoon2 жыл бұрын
@@EricaThomson Many thanks & I was thinking about trying multi strands of 0.2 to see how it goes, but will definitely enjoy experimenting 🙂
@janwright64762 жыл бұрын
Hi Erica what number on your tension dial do you use, thanks
@EricaThomson2 жыл бұрын
Usually around 6, but see what works best with the wire you are using and the look you want to achieve.
@soraiaprst47842 жыл бұрын
Show de bola 👏 Obrigada 💐 🇧🇷. 🙏
@aminatseriki71722 жыл бұрын
Hi Erica I love this video do you happen to have an email address I could contact you with. X
@EricaThomson2 жыл бұрын
You can contact me via my website - details above.
@aminatseriki71722 жыл бұрын
@@EricaThomson amazing thanks so much found you email I popped you a message x
@aliciateran88393 жыл бұрын
I think if you use wire, the life of the knitting machine will be short. If you push the normal blender with ice and no fruit o veggies the machine will do it but later you have to buy another blender. 🌷
@EricaThomson3 жыл бұрын
I have used the same machine to knit with wire for 25 years. It is still working perfectly, so wire is not a problem for the machine. The wire is very thin.
@patriciarelph13473 жыл бұрын
Hi when I set my machine up for 1x1 rib it only connects with the ribber and not the main bed can you help me please Pat
@EricaThomson3 жыл бұрын
Sounds like you have the slip lever set wrongly - have you checked your instruction book?
@BlessingTaka3 жыл бұрын
How can I buy a copy of the book from you?
@EricaThomson3 жыл бұрын
If you take a look at my website www.erica.co.uk/knitting-with-wire and also www.erica.co.uk/knitting-with-wire/wire-patterns, you will see I have a few patterns. Please email me [email protected] with your order and I can take payment by PayPal. Thanks!
@greggoldstein51653 жыл бұрын
Hey Erica do you think there is a wire fine enough to be wound with a twister with yarns that I dye that will add some structure and malleability to a shoulder for example? Can you use wire for jacquard? Thanks!
@EricaThomson3 жыл бұрын
Yes, you can twist the 0.2mm wire with yarn. I have used a spinning wheel to twist together. I have also used all wire in a Fair Isle pattern on the single bed machine (8 strands altogether) and mixed with yarn in double jacquard. I sell the fine wire on my website.
@lesliewheeler69383 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@SandraLopez-ii4fe3 жыл бұрын
Gracias que maravilla lo que nos enseña, mil y mil gracias
@mary-ruthflores41073 жыл бұрын
Lovely!! I’m using a spool knitter and an looking into a knitting machine. Never thought about using wire on a machine, ingenious!!!!
@EricaThomson3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Mary-Ruth. Hope you find a machine - you'll have a lot of fun!
@НаталияМочанова3 жыл бұрын
Incredibly! Delicious! Thanks!😀
@naduaal57973 жыл бұрын
hay 'iinaa jadiduh lisah fi shughul balayz mmkn tariqah ghulaf li kitab
@tulaybitiktas5463 жыл бұрын
Dear Erica, you are very successful and talented, your loved ones are proud of you
@tulaybitiktas5463 жыл бұрын
dear Erica, how many numbered wire should be from the last exit machine. I saw 4 layers of wire in your video. Total how many mm ,,,, 4 × 0.2mm. ? Please I am waiting for an answer ,,, thank you
@EricaThomson3 жыл бұрын
I usually use 4 strands of 0.2mm wire together. You can use more or less, but I have found 4 is best for what I need.
@tulaybitiktas5463 жыл бұрын
I am fascinated, I congratulate, and I have a brother knitting machine, but the wire is very expensive.
@EricaThomson3 жыл бұрын
Thank you. The wire is not expensive here in the UK. You can make lots of jewellery for very little cost.
@tulaybitiktas5463 жыл бұрын
congratulations ,, what is the name of the wire you use ,, thanks Elaine ❤️
@EricaThomson3 жыл бұрын
It is coloured enamelled copper wire 0.2mm
@tulaybitiktas5463 жыл бұрын
@@EricaThomson thank 😘🌹
@raewynlevis22983 жыл бұрын
Erica I hope you don't mind but I added it to the facebook page below, crediting you with everything of course but I felt so inspired by your work I thought others might never find it on the fb pages as no one is talking about knitting with wire: machine knitting patterns
@EricaThomson3 жыл бұрын
Thank you.
@raewynlevis22983 жыл бұрын
@@EricaThomson gosh no the thanks is to you for posting the video - there are a lot of people very interested on that facebook page if you're keen to check out the comments?
@EricaThomson3 жыл бұрын
@@raewynlevis2298 I've sent a request to join the Group, so I can take a look. Thanks for the heads up!
@raewynlevis22983 жыл бұрын
@@EricaThomson I think you might have some new customers :-)
@victorgomezsa3 жыл бұрын
Great! Thank you very much!
@sergefromby3 жыл бұрын
Fantastic! Thanks so much.
@janwright64763 жыл бұрын
Brilliant thanks so much
@elainewilliams42013 жыл бұрын
Omg god erica I heard of you back in the late 80s I never new you could do this im smitten I love those jewellery peaces but are they easy to finish as you didnt actually show the finishing of them, I love the braided bracelets, well I live all your ideas, thank you for bringing this to my knowledge x
@EricaThomson3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Elaine for your kind comments. Have you seen my website - you can see pictures on how to make the jewellery here - www.erica.co.uk/knitting-with-wire/findings. You can either sew them on or glue them on.
@Маргарита777-з9ф3 жыл бұрын
какая вы молодец.
@greggoldstein51654 жыл бұрын
Is this bad for the machine/carriage? Amazing work
@EricaThomson4 жыл бұрын
No, I've never had any problems. Thank you for your kind comments.
@ЕльвіраЖук-ъ5й11 ай бұрын
@@EricaThomsonблагодарим! Подскажите какая у вас машина ,класс ?
@MariaGonzalez-ls8yg4 жыл бұрын
???????
@kennethstensrud6696 жыл бұрын
Yhe camera wasn't of the best type.....
@francescacolombo33126 жыл бұрын
Where can I buy this wool machine?
@EricaThomson6 жыл бұрын
Hi Francesca - If you Google "Knitting Machine" you might find suppliers in your country. It is a good idea to buy a used one as it is much cheaper than a new one and is good for knitting with wire. You don't need a fancy machine, just a standard gauge machine 4.5mm. Hope that helps you.