Alright, let’s talk about them knitting machines, you know, the ones that clickety-clack and make sweaters faster than my old hands ever could. My daughter showed me some pictures on her phone, fancy things they are now.
So, you want some patterns? Well, I heard tell there’s this place called . Folks say it’s good. And then there’s , they got some freebies too, but you gotta sign up for somethin’ or other. Like those city folk always wantin’ your information, eh?
- * – Good for patterns.
- * – Free patterns, but you gotta sign up.
- Lion Brand – More free patterns, but again, gotta sign up. Sounds like a lot of fuss to me.
- * – Heard they got some too.
- * – They say they got a whole heap of ‘em, a big ol’ library like.
Now, mind you, some of them patterns, they ain’t for beginners. If it’s too fancy, you might need a special machine knitting pattern or you gotta find someone who knows what they’re doin’ to help ya. Don’t go pickin’ somethin’ too hard, or you’ll be sittin’ there with a tangled mess faster than a cat in a yarn basket.
I also heard about somethin’ called KnitBird. It’s a computer thing, makes patterns for ya. Imagine that! A machine makin’ patterns for another machine. What will they think of next? Back in my day, we just figured it out as we went, none of this fancy computer stuff.
And listen here, don’t go gettin’ swindled by them fellas sellin’ old machines. They think just ‘cause somethin’s old, it’s worth a lot of money. But half the time, they’re missin’ important parts or them little instruction books. Unless you’re one of them collector types, be careful. You don’t want to end up with a hunk of metal that’s good for nothin’ but collectin’ dust.
Now, if you’re just startin’ out, you want somethin’ easy. They got patterns for scarves, simple things. I saw one called “Machine-Knit Bold Strip Scarf”. Uses bulky yarn, that’s the thick kind, easier to handle for us old folks with stiff fingers. The ladies who made the pattern, Lynn Acquard and Stephanie Wagaman, they seem to know their stuff.
You can find free knittin’ machine patterns all over the place, they say. Good for beginners, easy to follow. That’s what you want, somethin’ simple to get you started. No need to jump into the deep end right away. Take it slow and easy, that’s my motto.
And there’s this place called “Knit it Now”, they got hundreds of patterns for any kind of machine. Designed by a knitter for knitters they say. Sounds like they know what they’re talkin’ about. They even got free ones, if you’re lookin’ to save a penny or two. And who ain’t these days?
Some folks, they even put up patterns from their own knittin’. They call it “creative mornings” or somethin’ like that. Sharing their ideas with the world, I guess. It’s nice, but I’d rather just get to knittin’. Less talkin’, more doin’.
So there you have it, a whole bunch of places to find patterns. Just remember, start simple, don’t get fooled by them fancy salesmen, and happy knittin’! And if you get stuck, well, there’s always someone around who knows a thing or two. Just ask around, that’s what I always did.
Knitting Machine Pattern Tips for Beginners:
- Start with easy patterns: Look for patterns labeled “beginner” or “easy.” Scarves and simple blankets are good starting points.
- Use bulky yarn: Bulky yarn is easier to work with on a knitting machine, especially for beginners. It’s also more forgiving of mistakes.
- Check your tension: Getting the tension right is crucial for machine knitting. Make a swatch before you start your project to make sure the tension is correct.
- Read the instructions carefully: Machine knitting patterns can be a little different from hand knitting patterns, so make sure you read the instructions carefully before you start.
- Don’t be afraid to ask for help: If you’re having trouble, there are plenty of resources available online and in person. Don’t be afraid to ask for help from other machine knitters.
That’s all I know about them knitting machines. Now, if you’ll excuse me, I got some gardenin’ to do. Them weeds ain’t gonna pull themselves, you know.
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