Oh my gosh i got a machine recently and could not figure out for the life of me why it wasn’t working!!! My sponge is destroyed thank you so much
@dianaknits3 ай бұрын
The sponge is very important maintenance, and it isn't even in the manual! It's like a monster secret!
@MostlyHarmless6829 күн бұрын
Wow so there's no bar, just foam. The used machine I got came with 2 sponge bars (like for a standard gauge machine), both were flat as pancakes, but I have new foam. This makes it so easy!
@KhemaniKreations3 ай бұрын
Thank you so much. I couldn't figure out out, but you made this soooo easy to understand!
@galehughes40043 жыл бұрын
Hi Diane - what were the dimensions of the foam strip that you used? (Length isn't necessary - just want to know if the sponge is like 10mm x 10mm (or 3/8" x 3/8") or what? Thanks!
@dianaknits3 жыл бұрын
Sorry, I couldn't tell you unless I remove some of the strip and measure it and it's somewhat compressed by now. I didn't measure it, and I haven't got a spare right now. I purchased it from a dealer, and these are readily available from dealers, also, I see them on eBay for about $11 including shipping. A dealer can send you a strip that is the right one for your LK150. I think a homemade strip is not a good idea; I wouldn't want weather stripping adhesive inside my machine or the wrong foam.
@annthompson32463 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for showing this, I put Needles in last night, thanks again
@chiccamazzanti24932 ай бұрын
Hi Diana, thank you for your videos, I have a question and maybe you can help me, I have already replaced the needle stop sponge, but I did not solve my problem because my cart does not scroll smoothly but I have to force it to slide, can you tell me what it can depend on? I also oiled the rails, but I still feel friction when the trolly passes on the working needles
@dianaknits2 ай бұрын
My old LK150 somimes has a problem with the fabric presser, the part of hte carriage toward me that screws on, getting loose. I've had to tighten it. That might help. Mine would drag. It can also be the thickness of the yarn (when in doubt, go thinner) and the tension. The machine will always knit better with wool and acrylic than with cotton or linen, for instance, because cotton and linen don't have much stretch.
@janicerasnic74564 жыл бұрын
Love all your videos! I have learned so much from you. Thank you! Question: Just purchased a new to me LK140 and I was wondering what the 'R' on the dial of the carriage is all about? There is barely a mention in the owners manual. Especially since it goes below one on the dial. Keep the videos coming please.
@dianaknits4 жыл бұрын
Sorry, I don't have one of those, and don't know.
@SuzetteWdkworkshop11 ай бұрын
Thank you so much
@anapuzey61593 жыл бұрын
Thank you Diana for this great video. Where did you purchased the sponge strips?
@dianaknits3 жыл бұрын
I've gotten them several places, but usually at an eBay seller, Leanneco. We don't have a dealer here in Texas, so I usually purchase online.
@3233523 жыл бұрын
Help ! I wanted to clean my LK150 like on your video. I removed the foam then I put it back. Now I can't put my needles back on. Is there a particular manipulation to do? Thank you in advance for your assistance. Cordially
@dianaknits3 жыл бұрын
Go to 2:25 in the video.
@3233523 жыл бұрын
@@dianaknits Hello and thank you for your answer. I did what you show but it happens that the needle comes out with a little piece of foam. I hope this will not affect my work. cordially
@dianaknits3 жыл бұрын
@@323352 It shouldn't come out with foam. You have to squash the foam with your finger to get the needle in. You're using the replacement sponge that goes with the LK150, right?
@3233523 жыл бұрын
@@dianaknits Yes it is the foam bar that comes with the LK 150. In fact I only took it off to clean it and put it back.
@dianaknits3 жыл бұрын
@@323352 You put them in by squishing the foam and getting the needle in the little space. Takes a little practice. You certainly don't want to puncture the foam or its coating, as the needles need to slide.
@jillwills36792 жыл бұрын
Hi Diana, The Knitting Machine Whisperer! I watch all your videos, you've taught me so much over the years. I have purchased a new "sponge bar" for my LK150. It has a black side and a white side. It doesn't look any different, but is there a "right" or "wrong" side??? Bestest wishes, Jill, UK
@jillwills36792 жыл бұрын
Not to worry, I've sorted it. It doesn't matter which side. Hope you're well! xx
@dianaknits2 жыл бұрын
The side that is smooth and the needles can move against goes against the needles.
@jillwills36792 жыл бұрын
Thank you xxx
@claudiagoeslippy58135 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the video. Is there a brand of sponge strip in particular I should use and where do you usually find it?
@SuzetteWdkworkshop11 ай бұрын
I have bent some needles, is it worth my time to try and straighten them
@dianaknits11 ай бұрын
I sometimes straighten the shaft of a needle. If the latch is bent, or the hook is bent, though, it usually doesn't work well. Thos nearly always need to be replaced. Even a slightly bent needle can cause ongoing problems.
@lauramora69625 жыл бұрын
Muy querida maestra yo sé que va a ser difícil podernos comunicar por el idioma pero no imposible resulta que acá en México no he encontrado repuestos de ajugas para esa máquina y la tengo sin ocupar como puedo conseguirlas? Le agradecería me informará
@dianaknits5 жыл бұрын
Las piezas de repuesto para la mayoría de las máquinas de tejer están disponibles en eBay, o en Newton's Knits, o en uno de los lugares de reparación. Puede comunicarse utilizando Google Translate, que es cómo escribo esto en español.
@cheyenne995 жыл бұрын
Is there something that can be used in place of the ribber cast on comb? Sorry, I know it's a bit off topic but I just bought a machine and the cast on combs are missing. Thanks.
@dianaknits5 жыл бұрын
I can't think of an easy way to cast on with the ribber without a comb that will give you such a balanced, reliable way to hang weights. You need even weight all across the ribbing. You can purchase cast-on combs! Buy a medium and a long one and save yourself a lot of frustration.
@cheyenne995 жыл бұрын
Diana Sullivan one more question is it possible to do double sided knitting with a knitting machine?
@dianaknits5 жыл бұрын
If you are referring to double knit, yes. If you want a pattern on one side and plain on the other, yes. If you want a pattern on one side and stripes on the other, you can do that. Do work your ribber lessons in order, though. Master the ribber before you try these advanced techniques.
@MariaTeresa-kb2bt2 жыл бұрын
Estoy viendo el video muy bueno pero se podrá traducir a español ?