Absolutely everything you need to know to get started with the lk-150 | Free pattern

[@carolfedoryszyn6669]

22.47 "If you're working with some other fibre then you haven't been following instructions and I will not help you!" Love it. So much that I had to listen again.

[@kelseymotif]

I was going to comment the same thing. Just perfect.

[@0HxB0Y]

I didn’t have any cakes of acrylic or wool 😭😂

[@MostlyHarmless68]

LOL yeah that killed me 🤣

[@Mambo_4176]

I really appreciate how clear you are with this. You take it slow, repeat yourself, give us angles of what you are doing and make the technical stuff sound simple and not so complicated. Thank you 🥰

[@twistknit1]

I'm glad you are doing these videos.We needed more knitting machine content!

[@DaveLeCompte]

The "hat math" segment gave me strong Vi Hart vibes. I love it!

[@divalea]

Ten months after getting my first knitting machine (a Toyota), hours of cleaning that machine, buying another Toyota machine, then buying two Brother 350s, trial and error, long pauses for San Diego Comic-Con prep, Life Events I HAVE KNITTED THIS HAT! 🎉 🎉🎉 It is an Adequate Hat. It is a Damn Perfection, Full Speed Ahead hat. But it is done, I learned a lot, and I’m proud! Thank you _so much_ for this video.

[@jillreicks4966]

Pulled that unused Singer out of storage. Your encouragement has prompted me to start the repair and try to figure out if I can move more of that yarn into somethings. I love to hand-knit but the fascination of the machine has me watching you. Am glad that you are stirred to get us knitting with machines more. Thank you!

[@loriken7]

This video is perfectly timed for me. I've been trying to decide whether to acquire a knitting machine and have been looking at a variety of videos and books and researching machines. With clear instructions and a good view of the work, this video has confirmed that this is something I want to do. Your plan to create more machine knitters appears to be working. 😊Now I'm off to buy an LK150!

[@suziejohnson1336]

Get a machine. Get another. Let them procreate until you have an entire room of machines. :)

[@loriken7]

I already know I want another machine because I want one with a ribber. We'll see how things go with the LK150, then I have to decide whether to go with bulky or standard.

[@suziejohnson1336]

@@loriken7 I have many. Standard, bulky, ribbers, French intarsia, you name it. The LK-150 is simple BUT after googling my through many devices its simplicity is what is most attractive and easy to use.

[@maryochoa7707]

Thank you for your video. I recently acquired a knitting machine. I have no idea what I'm getting into but am ready for a new adventure. I have hand knitted for years and now at the age of 71 am ready to learn how to professionally make knitted hats and scarfs...to start.

[@13thEevee]

Alright ma'am, I'm starting to think you're some sort of wizard or something. I bought my first knitting machine earlier this month, and while I've been figuring it out pretty well, this is proving to be fantastically helpful. The coincidental timing could not have been better. Thank you so much for putting this together!

[@jeanzei]

ok girl, ive made about 10 benies now, and even made a double thick one with brim! i"m using lionbrand mandala and its working out great! i'm about to attempt a scarf!!!!

[@debbiel7736]

I always keep split ring stitch markers handy in case of a drop stitch when you have removed your work. Easy to slip the stitch on the ring until you can get to it to stitch it into your work. Happy to see you on the LK150 a lot of people have these, not only beginners. Yarn is easier to get. Did you ever say what your mast tension was set at?

[@jillreicks4966]

I got sentro machines for my grand-loves which then prompted me to learn more on You Tube. You helped me to go and unearth my mother’s old unused Singer machine. Not sure I’ll get it up and running fully but you have helped me immensely. Replacing foam and needles. I am a handknitter but can see the value of this art to move a lot of my yarn into anything !

[@jessicaneal8553]

Your mention of winding cakes twice (in the full video, I can't comment there for some reason) made so much sense! I've wound my skeins into cakes and they've been tight and not the nicest 😂

[@tamarasancy4460]

Just made this hat yesterday, it was my second day using the LK-150 (my first knitting machine) and it worked out so nice, your instructions were so easy to follow. I'm going for your "first sweater" tutorial now, thank you so much!

[@StitchFae]

I just got my lk150 today! I hope the sweater is going well for you 😊

[@sewcute_sewvintage]

Thank you for this! I just bought a knitting machine and do not have any background in knitting. So it was very helpful to have a video that wasn't reliant on a lot of knitting terminology that I just haven't learnt yet.

[@stephaniewukovitz2822]

Ire: yarn weights, had a good , easy experience about 6 mo. ago as a new LK-150 owner Cascade 220 Superwash Aran weight wool yarn (unambiguously a 4/worsted). (I realize you and wool don't get along). This is my first flatbed knitting machine, and I don't actually knit with needles, only messed around for a day or two with a loom and a few days with a circular knitting machine (still my preference for quick, utilitarian hats, not too good for much else IMO) -- you're quite right that previous experience knitting with needles isn't required. (I have a significant amount of retinal damage, so apparently good vision isn't really required either :) )

[@phoozchic]

You did great! I have the Brother KX hobby knitter and can always benefit from a refresher course. Cute hat! Thanks for the tutorial.

[@arvillawolfe6770]

Was super lucky and found a great deal on FBMP where someone was selling their LK150 and SK280. Made my swatches (which is hard as a hand knitter, I hate doing them), washed and dried. Will be making my first hat tomorrow!!

[@CrashandByrne]

Fantastic video! I've saved it to rewatch because I was just gifted a second hand machine, so once I've made sure everything is in working order I'm going to make this!

[@SuzanneSchmitt-v8h]

Excellent tutorial. After not machine knitting for a while it's good to refresh. Your methodical instructions are complete. 😊

[@hossenfeffer8383]

Thank you for the double winding suggestion. I have concluded that almost all of my knitting machine woes are linked to yarn misbehaviour. Whether it’s static electricity or hairy sticky yarns or stiff yarns or me trying to knit up some mystery cheap and wiry yarn, possibly recycled steel wool, yarn defiance is what drives me away from knitting for months at a time. I feel I will be forever searching for THE perfect yarn, and when I find it, I am going to buy all of it. But I will also try double winding, as I have observed that my cakes are too tight for my hair trigger carriage cams. Thank you for an excellent, well-paced and very informative video.

[@rainieraine1192]

Great tutorial, thank you for showing the process it’s very helpful and looking forward to many more techniques you can teach.

[@Pduvall192]

Thank you so much for sharing your skills!! You are the only person I have found that is thorough and explains each detail. 🥰

[@capedoryus]

A tutorial masterpiece. Thank you for all the effort in selfless sharing. ❤ I now have a new category in saved videos " the only KM video". Machine has been creeping out of the box and scarring me in the process. Thanks for turning on the light.

[@tracytroutman7188]

I can see this is something I will eventually want to try. It's more of a space issue than anything else. It looks fairly methodical which is something I enjoy about weaving as well.

[@marilyndayton7172]

sooooo, how would one make a cardigan? I love the folded edge on the hem. I think it looks more professional than the ribbing. I have always wanted a knitting machine and watching you, just sold me, I bought one and yes, I'm gonna make a lot of hats for practice. Thanks so much for your time making these videos with such excellent detailed instructions.

[@anneosullivan4107]

Thank you for taking the time and effort to show this knitting machine. I will have this video on repeat for a while until I master using my new LK=150. Very clear instructions.

[@SuzanneSchmitt-v8h]

Your camera angles are perfect. Very easy to see what you are doing. 😊

[@treasureddesignsllc90]

Very appreciative of your teaching. I was gifted 2 machines but I’ve never knitted before. Can you do a video on rehanging the sides to close a hat?

[@beewa8840]

I am hoping by the end of next year you will have covered the following: scarf, socks, jumper, cardigan, skirt, trousers, fairisle, intarsia and shortrows. Love your videos😊

[@vdbeemd]

Great video, again!! Well done and a new vibe in machineknit land. Loved your shorts btw..

[@thefairyjam]

I'm considering buying this machine and been looking for clear instructions how to use before purchasing. I would be interested in how to make a cardigan and jumper on a later video as I'm wondering how complicated it is. With this video I would feel competent enough to attempt a hat. Thank you.

[@Some_Chick]

You are extremely clear on your instructions. Thank you so much! Im a super newbie and could not figure out how to make things work properly (didn’t have a book) this is extremely helpful! 🖤

[@iloveharrold]

I would suggest you make a record of the best tension with what yarn. This might prove helpful in the future and save ttime

[@MelanieGoldish-c2i]

Made my FIRST machine-knit shawl today and learned a ton of troubleshooting fixes. Bought from Knitique Yarns and had first lessons from owner Danielle. (-: Next up, your hat pattern or sweater! Thanks so much.

[@LynnD-z7o]

I’ve actually knit from the outside of the cone, and it worked out really well 😊

[@ancaancao8260]

You are awesome! I just got the exact same machine as a Christmas present 😁, I love it! I managed to do a hat and that is all. I dared to go for a sweater in 3 colors (I know very ambitious for a rookie) … a total failure 😅. Can you please maybe guide us through the process of knitting a sweater? 😁

[@SoEz2Hack]

Thank you, this was great!

[@lulubellsshoebox1650]

I just got myself a vintage machine! Not the same brand as yours but I’m going to be watching your video on repeat in the near future 😊😊 can’t wait to get started!

[@boza-fp5mw]

What a good video. Thanks. I'm totally new to this. I was looking into buying a Silver Reed SK840 Standard Gauge Knitting Machine. I will buy this machine. An excellent place to start. I only want to make scarves with different designs. Hence, the sk480. I wanted the ability to make my own drawings into a scarf. Buy i think walking before running makes sense. Thanks for your hard work.

[@nidomhnail2849]

I agree with others; your video came at a good time. I recently bought a LK150. Regarding the tension swatches, I was thinking of storing my swatch decisions in a folder so I can use them for future work (thus saving yarn). Are these tension swatch decisions related to the yarn or related to the yarn and the item produced?

[@ParTyAniMal2006]

So so so helpful! Thank you very much. I have a brotherskh260 and I was so frustrated with the machine. I'm excited to go use it after watching this video.

[@Kelleykrafts]

Good video! Great info. I'm already a machine knitter and made most of the mistakes you warned about... 😂😂😂

[@harmony9341]

This was a great video! I just picked up a vintage Singer 151 and this was exactly the video I needed that answered so many of my questions.

[@elidablough3576]

Thank you so much for teaching us. Blessings ❤️

[@GG-wi4ur]

I love to hand knit but your video makes me want to buy a machine.

[@MostlyHarmless68]

I had to laugh at the comment about wearing a sweater while machine knitting, because of course I've snagged my cuff on my machine a couple times 😆 Also, I recently machine knit some homespun, so I guess I'm not a beginner anymore, but I did still learn some things from this video 🥰

[@kathleenpurple4415]

Thank you my first 😊😊

[@luisarmentaartist]

I can tell you are loving your lk150 and you should because it is literally the best and cutest machine. I hate that knitting machines are always so ugly and oily. But not the lk150. The lk150 is beautiful, its cute and is aesthetic. I just adore her

[@nimikins]

I have some wonderful sweater patterns that I’ve been too intimidated to hand knit because I knit slow. I would be interested in a tutorial for converting hand knit patterns to machine knitting, looking at a used machine locally (sk280) mostly for those sweaters and some blankets/throws

[@jennyandjerryyoneji7735]

At what positions did you set the levers?

[@Buildlifebeautiful]

I’ve not found the learning curve on the lk150 or my 100 steep really.. I’ve made bias lace scarves, loads of cute dog sweaters, shrugs, tank tops .. fair isle, lace , cables.. I’m honestly finding it pretty easy… But! I just got a kh341 that has a knit leader and trying to figure that out is a challenge!!! The knit radar for the lk150 is equally confusing to me.

[@pheona1000]

Can the machine do Fair Isle patterns ?

[@machelleaccola634]

I'm wondering if it would be easier to use a curved upholstery needle?

[@paytonirvinesmith9736]

what about pure cotton yarn - what are your opinions on that?

[@CarenMcCormack]

Does this machine do anything other than stockinette stitch with manual manipulation?

[@amandag5072]

The American grading system for yarn weight is pretty inconsistent, I recently purchased some US brand yarn in what should have been 4, and was shocked to find that if the yarn was not the same range, but the same brand, the actual weight of the yarn varied hugely, even though they had all been graded as a 4! In the UK the system is different, and your 4 is approximately an Aran weight here. I've not yet encountered that inconsistency with UK or European brands. I had to switch brands as the US yarn could not be used in my project.

[@Thepurledit]

Hey! Thank you so much for this video! I have ordered one of these for Christmas and found no oil included. Can you recommend a good oil to use when it needs lubricant? I have watched other videos and saw WD40 is very bad 😂

[@KnitFactoryImpl]

Gun or sewing machine oil will work.

[@akanmumulikatmodupe7641]

Amazing.

[@megadylanthomas]

I am a sewist and wondering if fabric can be knitted on the machine and used to cut and sew designs?

[@beautyandthelilbeast6897]

Amazing

[@jenniferclements7607]

One with a basic bream. And one with not using waste yarn.

[@fawziaalyanbaawi1003]

رائعة ❤❤❤

[@umraedshaheen5883]

Thank you. How can I get this machine?

[@KnitFactoryImpl]

There's a link in the description.

[@maryvanbree4482]

How to make a sweater pattern

[@Havenwyck_Media]

This is helpful indeed. Very thorough instructions. I am going to do this hat for my first project! Thank you!🧶

[@catherinez1268]

is it possible to use fine yarns (0-1) with the LK 150? I'm looking for a new machine and having trouble figuring out which are suitable for my yarn.

[@KnitFactoryImpl]

Standard gauge machines work best with yarn weights 0 and 1.

[@juliacannings509]

How many needles for test hat ? I knit baby hats for charity ?

[@CarenMcCormack]

*without manual manipulation?

[@thomastheman7331]

WOW!

[@Noneyobud-ness77]

You mentioned that we can message you in your other video that you have a way of getting one of these knitting machines for free if we are interested to connect with you

[@teeceestitchandcruise6861]

I lumpy scarf lol West knits anything is dream knitting

[@Stumpybear7640]

❤

[@amyc82]

Yarn 🐥

[@mybieberworld18]

My first flat bed is a singer 700 Andi can't figure out how to translate this pattern into this bed . There is just more buttons 🥲

[@mybieberworld18]

I also don't have a cast on comb for the singer 700, it doesn't come with one I assume because it's not meant to be used on it so I'm scared to buy one