How To Set Up A Knitting Machine

[@janetroberts2262]

I have had a brother knitting machine, from new, for many years but as the kids got bigger free time got less as I went back to work. Now I’m retired I want to get back into using it after about 25-30 years. I haven’t got it out yet but watching your video has brought back memories and made me really excited to use it again ❤

[@TheKnittingMachineSchool]

This is sweet. I am an empty nester now and have more time to knit so I understand. I'm glad you're excited.

[@darlenehuber793]

I’m in exactly the same boat! I especially want to start using my machine again as I’m part of a province-wide group of stitchers that create comfort blankets for kids going into foster care, and for at-risk youth who have been placed. With my machine I can make many more blankets. Its exciting!

[@retreatbrecon4217]

Thank you so much, a video that actally shows clear and close up demos

[@TheKnittingMachineSchool]

Glad it was helpful!

[@AnitaLife27]

THANK YOU SO MUCH! There are some bad info Knitting machine vids out there. And this one is actually professional and you know what you’re doing. Many 🙏!

[@TheKnittingMachineSchool]

Wow, thank you! I am feeling the love.

[@grumpy_poo]

Thank you for the clear demo. It has been a while since I used my Brother machine... this has been a great reminder.

[@TheCadillac10]

Your demo has really helped me get started. It was very well done and easy to understand. Now, I just need to get my machine set up. Thank you.

[@alanabowker1363]

Thank you so much. I looked for a video like this two years ago and there was nothing. So helpful!

[@TheKnittingMachineSchool]

You're welcome. Glad it was helpful!

[@WoollenWytch]

This is such a brilliant video. I've been putting off getting my machine knitting out to play because I've been nervous about setting up having never used one- but I feel like I can give it a go this afternoon with a little more confidence. Thank you for making this video! X

This was so helpful I was given a singer machine and there are so many extra pieces it was confusing. I now have all the correct pieces set aside saving those extra now to find the parts to my table lol

[@TheKnittingMachineSchool]

I get it! There are lots of parts for sure. Good luck getting set up.

[@tziirkq]

Lady, you rule. I bought a brother machine on a whim because it was cheap, and I have no idea what so ever what I'm doing. It has two missing slidy hook things which I can hopefully replace, and a missing carriage lock arm doohickey which I can make. Info on the one I bought (KH-810) seems hard to come by, but setting it up was a breeze thanks to you. Míle buíochas, from Ireland.

[@MarryDivine]

hello dia i like the way u teach us really may God bless u

[@barbararocha3236]

Thank you for this great class

[@peggycravey5043]

I've had a Studio knitting Machine for 30 yrs and now after not using it for 15 years, & being gifted with 30 skeins of yarn I'm building interest in using it. Having to purchase a table that it will mount to.

[@TheKnittingMachineSchool]

That's a LOT of yarn! how fun.

[@minaljain3549]

Hi! Your videos are very useful. Could you please tell me, can we knit wire also on the same machine for jewellery? And what model number is the machine?

[@emmapowell9571]

No nonces video thank you so much 😘

[@EstherAkanmu]

Very useful. Thanks

[@howlingwind1937]

I was given an old Toyota 747, do you have any videos on this brand at all? I watched this video right through, I'm guessing that most machines are pretty similar in their set up. Thank you for making the video. Cheers!

[@TheKnittingMachineSchool]

unfortunately I don't have any Toyota videos. The set up will be similar, I'd refer to your manual to make sure. I have heard those Toyota machine are great machines.

[@howlingwind1937]

@@TheKnittingMachineSchool thank you for a reply, unfortunately I didn't get a manual with it, I'm not sure if it's broken or missing parts, and there is no knitting machine repairer where I live, thank you again for the video, I've watched it again and I think I'd enjoy machine knitting. Cheers!

[@blaqqbarbie1456]

I set up my machine thanks to you

[@TheKnittingMachineSchool]

woo hoo! high fives to you for getting it set up!

[@helena_maria_._._]

Hello! Something no one seems to explain on a Singer knitting machine is an overall how do all the buttons work and the differences between all of them. It doesn’t seem to be consistent, like do something similar when slip is chosen then try it with tuck or stockinet, it doesn’t follow the same rule. 🤦🏻‍♀️🤷🏻‍♀️🤪😵‍💫😓 For example, to explain/show that when this button is pressed it does this… then look what happens when I press this one, now look what it’s doing … then now if we change to slip with these other buttons pressed, look how the machine is responding on the swatch. Yet, look what happens if we switch to tuck, look what happens… … … etc. … on main bed…. Then together with ribber… Would be so helpful. Helen

[@TheKnittingMachineSchool]

I appreciate your ideas. I'll give these ideas some thought.

[@pameisner103]

I LOVE THIS CHANCE I LEARN .IHAVE 155 STUDIO BULKY

[@TheKnittingMachineSchool]

I have worked on the 155 studio bulky machine before. Those bulky machines are great for heavier weight yarn. Hold onto that machine, she's a keeper.

[@helena_maria_._._]

Hello! I’m a novice to Singer 327 Memo-matic knitting machine. Great videos! Well explained, such clear footage and sound with no background noises or music! 👏🏻 🎉. It would be such good information if you could show us which end of the yarn would be best to use or is it best to check which way the yarn is twisted and do the cast on with the yarn twist a certain way. I ask this because sometimes I’m trying to cast on e-wrap and the yarn is fighting me. 🤷🏻‍♀️ I’m also going to try to wind the skein of yarn as a cone so that this might reduce the tugging and knotting but maybe I have to wind it onto the cone starting with one of the two ends of the skein of yarn? 🤷🏻‍♀️ Hopefully you can help. Thanking you in advance, have a great day and happy knitting! 🧶 Helen.

[@TheKnittingMachineSchool]

I wind my yarn into cakes on a ball winder. Then I use the center strand. You might need to help guide the yarn out of the center of the cake for a few passes before it starts to run smoothly out of the center.

[@VelmaNkuna]

Thankyou

[@butterbuttons1234]

I just got one made in 1962 today. Does this video apply to machines that far back?

[@savannahking9763]

Kia ora for the tips !

[@enibakes_]

Hi, do i need to have an arm for my knitting machine to use it?

[@VelmaNkuna]

Wow beautiful, what if the carriage is lose on its own

[@tinystarkimable]

Thinking of buying one never used one I’m a crocheter is this a good starting machine? How can I get help

[@TheKnittingMachineSchool]

A punch card machine is a good starting place. I prefer the Brother brands. Hope this helps.

[@mimico9130]

How is the stand attached to the machine?

[@wolfsage9735]

Hi do you please can tell my where i can order a knitting machine they also ship to canada? thank you so much

[@woman178]

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[@ssenyondoshamilah]

Halo dear, I would like to buy a machine

[@MarryDivine]

I hello dia am in Uganda I will like to buy a machine which one is good for begins please

[@TheKnittingMachineSchool]

I personally like the Brother brands. the KH840 or KH890 are a couple that I like a lot.

[@twoshedsjackson6478]

What I would like to see is how to start knitting, with troubleshooting. Every time I cast on the very first row of stitches goes wrong. Every single time, and the Brother manual is no help at all.

[@TheKnittingMachineSchool]

Have you watched my e-wrap cast on video? Try that, it might help. Also, check if you need to change your sponge bar. A flat sponge bar can cause all kinds of knitting problems. I have a video on how to change a sponge bar too.

[@twoshedsjackson6478]

@@TheKnittingMachineSchool I use e-wrap and the sponge bar was perished but now replaced, the problem remains, the first row knits but drags the wool which catches on a hook and leaves a big loop. I can knit more rows and they are all fine after the first one.

[@TheKnittingMachineSchool]

@@twoshedsjackson6478 did you watch my e-wrap cast on video?

[@louisemiddleton5069]

@@TheKnittingMachineSchool Hello, I have a Brother fine gauge punch card with ribber and a bulky with ribber. I bought them in the 1980's and used them a little. I have cleaned and oiled the fine gauge and have a new sponge bar. The bulky needs a new sponge bar but I don't have a resource to get one. Do you know where I can get one? I've forgotten most of what I learned about machine knitting and no classes here. I've in Canada. I see you have a course but wondering whether you are in Canada or USA? If the course is in US dollars it would be very cosy with the dollar exchange. Please let me know where you are located. I couldn't find it on your website. Thank you, Louise

[@TheKnittingMachineSchool]

@@twoshedsjackson6478 Maybe try a different cast on. I like the crochet cast on. that might help.