Introductory tour of a Silver Reed punchcard knitting machine

[@estefanastrader3664]

Thank you for demonstrating the Silver reed, it help me a lot.

[@uniquechidexCrochetknit]

Thank you for this, it's quite helpful.

[@yukarihirai56]

Thanks for Explaining how it work. I didn't know that I have standard machine until you told us it has 200+ needles and also the cam lever in mine was in Japanese. I don't know for what those text is until you explain. Cause even Google translate can't give me better explanation about those.

[@frifrfri7718]

Thank you 🌹

[@jaynhawk2724]

Excellent video thank you.

[@worksofhands]

Hi. Is this the finest size available? Can this be used with the Royal Loom weaving attachment?

[@sallybutcherskalamundakrafts]

Hi, no it’s not the finest gauge. This is a standard gauge machine with 4.5mm needle spacing, and this is the gauge you need for the Loom attachment. There used to be a fine gauge manufactured, 3.6mm but they are quite rare and sought after.

[@momov41545]

Do you have a how to video on like starting new for a baby blanket or something...I just got one and I want to learn how to use it by repetitive kind of thing

[@sallybutcherskalamundakrafts]

No, not specifically. Why not start with my closed cast on video, and just experiment? Try out the different punchcards.

[@Damiete-lawson]

Please do you have a tutorial for electronic machines? My machine has a built in row counter and I wish it was this kind

[@sallybutcherskalamundakrafts]

I haven’t done any yet, Dami, but they will be in the pipeline.

[@artsygala]

I have a Singer 700 Memomatic and want to try intarsia. Assuming the manuals for the Silver Reed 280 and Singer 700 are similar, the manual's (from 1985) Intarsia instructions mention inserting an 'Intarsia Card'. I haven't been able to find anything about this intarsia card. Can you offer some information about it? Can it be made from a blank punchcard? Thanks for any help you can offer.

[@sallybutcherskalamundakrafts]

Yes, just use a blank punchcard

[@TheLixistar]

Do you like it better than lk150?

[@sallybutcherskalamundakrafts]

It’s not really fair to compare, as they are very different. They each have their advantages. But, if I could only have one, I’d keep the SK280.

[@jessicaceramello8177]

Is there a difference between SRP322 and SRP60N?

[@sallybutcherskalamundakrafts]

Yes, the SRP322 was produced specifically for the 322 machine, but thereafter the ribbers became generic. 322 is an early model, the 60N is the most recent and has the most features. It will fit all models of 24 stitch punchcard made by Silver Reed (aka Knitmaster, Studio, Singer)

[@jessicaceramello8177]

@@sallybutcherskalamundakrafts Thank you!

[@patparker8166]

Do you have this on a DV D

[@sallybutcherskalamundakrafts]

Sorry, no.

[@alisonpoole9755]

Hi Sally, is it possible to knit with more than two colours on a machine ?

[@sallybutcherskalamundakrafts]

Hi Alison, if you mean more than two colours on the same row, then - yes - it is possible. On a single bed, you can do it using the slip stitch technique. On a double bed machine with ribber and colour changer you would use the double bed jacquard technique.

[@estefanastrader3664]

What kind of yarn can I use for this Knitting machine ?? I bought one , found out it doesn’t like my yarn,and where can I order the right yarn?? ♥️😊♥️

[@sallybutcherskalamundakrafts]

You don’t say where you are located? This machine likes quite fine yarns, in U.K. terms that is 4 ply or thinner. In U.S. terms it’s lace weight and fingering, numbers 0 and 1 on the scale. If the yarn is not on a cone, it must be wound into one, or into a cake using an appropriate yarn winder. You cannot knit directly from a ball or hank/skein. The machine goes too fast and the yarn will keep catching if you try to knit straight from the ball, and this will cause the machine to jam and give you uneven tension.

[@estefanastrader3664]

@@sallybutcherskalamundakraftsMy location is SanAntonio Texas, All I have is Hobby Lobby, and JoAnn fabric, to shop for yarn, I can shop on line But I don’t know what to buy.what do you recommend.???😊

[@sallybutcherskalamundakrafts]

@@estefanastrader3664 I am in the U.K. so I am not familiar with the brands or types of yarn available in these stores. But look for a yarn that is 0 or 1 on the thickness scale. As a guide, the hand knitting needle size should be about 3 to 3.5mm, with a tension of around 7-8 stitches per inch

[@switch9029]

Could you tell me the model numbers for the two ribbers? Thx.

[@sallybutcherskalamundakrafts]

The newer model is SRP60N and the earlier version is zipped ".

[@sallybutcherskalamundakrafts]

Earlier version is SRP50, not zipped! Dropped my iPad.

[@dotgillson5696]

H,i do you prefer standard gauge or chunky knitting? I want to buy a machine but cannot decide which type to get, thanks.

[@sallybutcherskalamundakrafts]

I don't really have a favourite. Each knitter will have their own preference. If I could only keep one machine it would be a standard gauge, they are the most versatile, with the biggest range of accessories. It will depend which weight of yarn you want to knit with the most. Just remember that although the chunky will knit DK yarn, it only has 110 needles which will limit the size of garments you can make without piecing them.

[@dotgillson5696]

@@sallybutcherskalamundakrafts Thanks for your help I appreciate it.

[@EsteeDarla]

does anyone in the USA sale these?

[@sallybutcherskalamundakrafts]

@@EsteeDarla yes if you Google “Silver Reed Dealers” several options should appear.

[@EsteeDarla]

@@sallybutcherskalamundakrafts thank you so much,

[@nadinedonovan989]

Hello! Where do you get your knitting cones of yarn from?

[@sallybutcherskalamundakrafts]

Hi, I get them from several different suppliers: Woolyknit, Yeoman Yarns, Uppingham Yarns, some from Amazon. Bear in mind I am in the UK

[@kirabogabbie7096]

Help my carriage,needles are stark,the needles are not moving.Rio

[@annamarielewis7078]

I’m waiting for one that attaches to a computer and knits the pattern from the computer’s direction while I just keep track so it doesn’t skip stitches.

[@sallybutcherskalamundakrafts]

You can buy electronic machines that do all of that, except you will still have to move the carriage yourself unless you also get a motor drive.

[@annthompson3246]

Sally I cast on e stitches, carriage got caught on first try I'm really disheartened 😔

[@mariadocarmolopes5235]

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[@BrotherKnittingMachines]

I am a knitting machine engineer. Message me if you need any help.

[@naduaal5797]

hay 'urid shira' qate ghiar sk280 hal mmkn liwatakarmati tarsuli li aism yabie qate ghiar