So, I got this thing called the addiExpress knitting machine, right? I’d seen some folks talking about it, and thought, “Why not give it a shot?” Knitting by hand takes forever, and I’m not getting any younger. Plus, who doesn’t love a cool gadget?
First thing I did was unbox this bad boy. It’s kinda weird-looking, like a space-age contraption with a bunch of needles sticking out. It came with some instructions, but honestly, they were a bit confusing. So I did what any sensible person would do – I turned to the internet.
I found a bunch of videos showing how to use it. Some were better than others, but eventually, I got the hang of it. You basically just put the yarn through these little hooks and turn the crank. It’s like magic, watching the yarn turn into knitted fabric right before your eyes.
My first project was a simple scarf. I just cranked away, and it was done in no time. Way faster than doing it the old-fashioned way with needles. The scarf turned out pretty good, if I do say so myself. A little wonky in places, but hey, it was my first try!
Then I thought, “Let’s get fancy.” I found some patterns online for things like hats and even sweaters. Some were free, some you had to pay for. It was like a whole new world of knitting opened up to me.
- First attempt at a hat: Total disaster. It was too small, too tight, and looked more like a weird yarn blob than a hat.
- Second attempt: Better, but still not quite right. I messed up the decreases and it ended up with a funny point on top.
- Third time’s the charm! I finally got a hat that looked like, well, a hat! It was a bit big, but wearable. I even gave it to my nephew, who seemed to like it (or at least he pretended to).
I’ve been playing around with this machine for a few weeks now, and I’m getting better at it. It’s not perfect, and there’s definitely a learning curve. But it’s fun, and it’s satisfying to see something you made come together so quickly.
I even tried making a small blanket. Let me tell you, that was a project. It took a while, even with the machine, but the end result was pretty cool. It’s not the softest blanket in the world, but it’s warm and cozy, and I made it myself.
My next experiment was a sweater. I figured it would be just like making the blanket, just with different sections and assembling it at the end. The pattern I found was simple enough, and it had instructions for different sizes, which was useful.
Here’s the fun part. I had to learn to assemble the pieces, which involved some hand-sewing, which I’m not great at, but it gave it a nice finished look. I wore it the other day, and someone actually asked me where I bought it. I couldn’t help but puff out my chest a little and say, “Oh, I made it myself.” Felt pretty good, I gotta admit.
Now, I’m not saying I’m a knitting pro or anything. I still make mistakes, and sometimes the yarn gets tangled, and sometimes I have to start over. And the machine itself can be a bit noisy, especially when you’re cranking away like a madman.
But overall, I’m having a blast with this addiExpress thing. It’s a fun way to make stuff, and it’s a lot faster than knitting by hand. Plus, there’s something really satisfying about creating something with your own two hands (and a machine, but you know what I mean).
So, would I recommend it?
Yeah, I think so. If you’re into knitting or want to try it out, and you’re not afraid of a little trial and error, then this machine could be a good fit for you. Just be prepared to spend some time learning the ropes, and don’t expect to become a knitting master overnight. And maybe invest in some earplugs.
