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Make it in a weekend - easy knitting!
This weekend Matt and his wife were doing a little shopping. Since being involved with Knit it Now, he's always on the lookout for knits and yarn.He called me all excited about something they found....
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2016 Hat Contest
Linda Williams from Country Knitting of Maine is sponsoring an annual "Let's Keep Maine Warm" campaign.Last year's hats (over 1,150 hats!) went to some elementary schools, senior citizens, homeless...
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It's "Just" a rectangle....
Have you noticed that many of the knitted shawl/poncho patterns that we see in the magazines are just a plain 'ol rectangle? The designer chose a fabulous fabric or yarn with an interesting stitch...
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Not Enough Needles?
Do you need more width for your knitted pieces?Being limited to the number of needles on your needlebed doesn't mean you can only knit sweaters that are 36" around! Did you know that tuck stitch...
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Fast Forward and Reverse Videos
Did you know that you can fast forward and reverse Knit it Now videos by using your keyboard? Each tap will advance or reverse by one second. If you are watching on a tablet or phone, tap and scroll...
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One little change makes all the difference ....
One stitch pattern .... 3 ways.Looking for something new? Try different variations on a stitch pattern. This is a basic 4 row tuck stitch that can be done on any machine. Add a single row of a...
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Lace on any machine
Here's a beautiful hand manipulated lace that can be done on any machine. The variations are endless. Add more stitches between the columns, transfer the "vines" randomly, or at smaller or larger...
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Quick ... name this stitch pattern
This stitch looks complicated, but it's so easy ... on any machine!Loose tension*Tuck every other needle for 2 rowsKnit for 2 rows*Repeat from * for the length neededNote: you are tucking the same...
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8 Ways to work Garter Stitch on the Knitting Machine
Garter Stitch: In hand knitting, knit every row.One of the first surprises for most machine knitters is the fact that the humble garter stitch is problematic on the knitting machine. Because our...
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Quick ... name this stitch pattern
Same stitch pattern ... different look! TUCK LACE! our current passion... Tuck a few needles here and there ... add some needles out of work ... voila! Tuck Lace!Watch as we explore this fascinating...
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Quick ... name this stitch pattern
Same stitch pattern ... different look! TUCK LACE! our current passion... Tuck a few needles here and there ... add some needles out of work ... voila! Tuck Lace!Watch as we explore this fascinating...
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Retro Patterns ... reborn!
Take a "vintage" design and make it your own! Use the Knit it Now Retro Patterns with any knitting machine and any yarn. These are updated, easy to follow instructions, wide range of sizes in classic...
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Your Choice: Homemade or Hand Made
Which hem do you prefer?A little planning and practice go a LONG way to beautiful finishing on your knits. Here are 5 tips for finish perfection.BEFORE:A neat hem for the bottom of a cardigan with and...
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Knitting Machine Manuals
Looking for a manual for your machine? Easily search 100's of downloadable copies. Brother, Knit King, Passap, Silver Reed/Singer/Studio ... even circular sock machines!The colors, and hairstyles may...
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Put some stash yarn to good use
I am the board president of The MoonCatcher Project. This project makes reusable, washable menstrual pads for girls in poor communities around the world to help them stay in school. Without these pads...
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Apple User? Please read this
************** UPDATE 4/27/16 ******************************** After burning a little midnight oil, Matt was able to create a patch. Even though there is no estmated time for an IOS update for the...
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3 Methods for Adjusting Sleeve Lengths
One of the more common questions from knitters is "How can I shorten/lengthen tapered sleeves?" I've heard hand knitters say that they just "fudge" the increases as they go, but I've often wondered how...
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#1 Recommended knitting book
This book will introduce you to the fundamentals of knitwear design and charting. You will be able to select from a vast array of sweater shapes and styles, and you'll learn how to arrive at the...
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