Okay, so today, I want to talk about my experience using the Addi Express King Size Knitting Machine. I’ve been seeing a lot of people online asking about patterns and how to use this thing, so I thought I’d share my little journey with it.
First off, getting this machine was a bit of a splurge. I’d been eyeing it for a while, you know, thinking about all the cool stuff I could make. When I finally got it, I was like a kid with a new toy. I ripped open the box and started playing around with it right away. I didn’t even read the instructions. Big mistake, ha!
Starting Out
The first thing I tried to do was make a simple flower. I saw some videos online, and they made it look so easy. “These are very quick and easy to make,” they said. Yeah, right! I spent hours trying to figure out how to get the yarn to stay on the needles. And don’t even get me started on tension. I had to fix that yarn so many times, I ended up with a tangled mess.
Figuring It Out
After a few frustrating attempts, I finally decided to read the manual. Turns out, there’s a specific way to start the machine, and you need to hold the yarn a certain way. Who knew? I also watched a bunch more videos. There are a ton of tutorials out there, but some are way better than others. The ones I found helpful mentioned details like, “I usually make between 300-400 on my Addi 46 for adults”. I kept notes on that one.
- Casting On: This was the trickiest part. I had to make sure the yarn was in the right place before I started cranking.
- Cranking: Once I got the hang of casting on, cranking was pretty smooth. I just had to go at a steady pace. Not too fast, not too slow.
- Tension: This is super important. Too loose, and your stitches look sloppy. Too tight, and the machine gets jammed. I found that keeping a light, consistent tension worked best for me.
- Casting Off: This was way easier than casting on. Just a few simple steps, and my project was off the machine.
Making Stuff
Once I got the basics down, I started experimenting with different patterns. I made a few scarves, some hats, and even tried a small blanket. It’s amazing how fast you can make things with this machine. I cranked out a hat in just a couple of hours! It’s wild. I saw online that you can make sweaters on these machines with video tutorials, so maybe I’ll try that out next.
My Thoughts
Overall, I’m really happy with my Addi Express. It’s a fun little machine, and it’s great for making quick projects. But, I definitely think these machines are worth more to collectors than everyday people like me. It’s not perfect, though. Sometimes the yarn gets stuck, or the machine skips a stitch. And it can be a little noisy. But, hey, no machine is perfect, right?
If you’re thinking about getting one, I’d say go for it. Just be prepared to spend some time learning how to use it. And don’t be afraid to experiment! That’s half the fun, honestly.
Alright, that’s my two cents on the Addi Express. Hope this was helpful! Happy knitting, everyone!
