Comments on: The knitting machine isn’t dead http://whipup.net/2007/03/21/the-knitting-machine-isnt-dead/ handcraft in a hectic world Sat, 07 Nov 2009 07:54:43 -0600 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.5 hourly 1 By: kath_red http://whipup.net/2007/03/21/the-knitting-machine-isnt-dead/comment-page-1/#comment-675810 kath_red Fri, 23 Oct 2009 22:23:53 +0000 http://whipup.net/2007/03/21/the-knitting-machine-isnt-dead/#comment-675810 hi CJ I am really sorry that I can't answer your questions - may I suggest you contact your local knitters group to see if there are any experts on knitting machines. good luck K hi CJ
I am really sorry that I can’t answer your questions – may I suggest you contact your local knitters group to see if there are any experts on knitting machines.
good luck
K

]]> By: cj http://whipup.net/2007/03/21/the-knitting-machine-isnt-dead/comment-page-1/#comment-675243 cj Wed, 21 Oct 2009 20:44:39 +0000 http://whipup.net/2007/03/21/the-knitting-machine-isnt-dead/#comment-675243 Would you or anyone be able to answer a question about the ultimate sweater machine and how you set it up? I just (as in the other day) purchased Bond Ultimate Sweater Machine and am having a hard time with it. I took my time and followed the directions very carefully, step by step, and completed all successfully, until I knit the first row...it only knit like four stitches and them seemed to jam up. Earlier-When I was putting the "bed plates" together (assembling the two needle plates) I noticed this thin strip of grey foam protruding from the inside out of the plastic plates near the needles where the two ends meet to attach (where you have to fit the tiny grooves into one another0. I was trying to figure out whether this foam was extra cushion for manufacturing purposes or it served some other function as to hold the needles in place, (giving the needles a grip so they wouldn't slide all over the place when moving into various positions). My first instinct when I saw the foam was that it was extra cushion from manufacturing and to tear it out but when i examined it closer it seemed that the small piece that I had thought it was -was really apart of a much longer strip spread inside the plastic beds over all the needles-So I did not remove it but left it intact but noticed the difficulty in moving the needles into place when preparing for a row. My question is -is should that foam be removed or is it there for a reason to provide grip for the needles so they are not sliding all over the place when the carriage moves across the plates? Did you remove the foam? How did you set your machine up? Are their any tips you have for more fluid movement of the carriage in contact with the needles? Thanks so much! Would you or anyone be able to answer a question about the ultimate sweater machine and how you set it up? I just (as in the other day) purchased Bond Ultimate Sweater Machine and am having a hard time with it. I took my time and followed the directions very carefully, step by step, and completed all successfully, until I knit the first row…it only knit like four stitches and them seemed to jam up. Earlier-When I was putting the “bed plates” together (assembling the two needle plates) I noticed this thin strip of grey foam protruding from the inside out of the plastic plates near the needles where the two ends meet to attach (where you have to fit the tiny grooves into one another0. I was trying to figure out whether this foam was extra cushion for manufacturing purposes or it served some other function as to hold the needles in place, (giving the needles a grip so they wouldn’t slide all over the place when moving into various positions). My first instinct when I saw the foam was that it was extra cushion from manufacturing and to tear it out but when i examined it closer it seemed that the small piece that I had thought it was -was really apart of a much longer strip spread inside the plastic beds over all the needles-So I did not remove it but left it intact but noticed the difficulty in moving the needles into place when preparing for a row. My question is -is should that foam be removed or is it there for a reason to provide grip for the needles so they are not sliding all over the place when the carriage moves across the plates? Did you remove the foam? How did you set your machine up? Are their any tips you have for more fluid movement of the carriage in contact with the needles? Thanks so much!

]]> By: Knitting Machine Repairs http://whipup.net/2007/03/21/the-knitting-machine-isnt-dead/comment-page-1/#comment-406377 Knitting Machine Repairs Thu, 30 Oct 2008 15:29:52 +0000 http://whipup.net/2007/03/21/the-knitting-machine-isnt-dead/#comment-406377 Nice Article, i think a lot of people are forced to quit knitting bacause of damage to old machines and lack of parts and people who can repair them. Its a pity really as it seems to have come back into fashion, why pay through the nose for designer garments when with a little creativity you can make them your self!!! We may be able to help you "bette", if you contact us we may ber able to ship you the passap parts you need!!!! Happy knitting all! Nice Article, i think a lot of people are forced to quit knitting bacause of damage to old machines and lack of parts and people who can repair them. Its a pity really as it seems to have come back into fashion, why pay through the nose for designer garments when with a little creativity you can make them your self!!!

We may be able to help you “bette”, if you contact us we may ber able to ship you the passap parts you need!!!!

Happy knitting all!

]]> By: Cyndie http://whipup.net/2007/03/21/the-knitting-machine-isnt-dead/comment-page-1/#comment-390275 Cyndie Fri, 12 Sep 2008 02:55:06 +0000 http://whipup.net/2007/03/21/the-knitting-machine-isnt-dead/#comment-390275 I am trying to figure out what would be the best machine to get started with, and still be able to use many years in the future. I've looked through ebay, and craig's list, there are so many types, but I want one that is smooth, and will wear well. What do you suggest???? I am trying to figure out what would be the best machine to get started with, and still be able to use many years in the future. I’ve looked through ebay, and craig’s list, there are so many types, but I want one that is smooth, and will wear well. What do you suggest????

]]> By: bette http://whipup.net/2007/03/21/the-knitting-machine-isnt-dead/comment-page-1/#comment-116028 bette Fri, 27 Apr 2007 15:16:15 +0000 http://whipup.net/2007/03/21/the-knitting-machine-isnt-dead/#comment-116028 I have 3 knitting machines. However ---- here in the U.S. , I am told that Brother is no longer being imported and Passap has stopped making their machines. Finding basic supplies such as replacement needles is very difficult. Have had to quit using my Passap because of this. I still use my 2 Brother machines, but wonder what I will do when my supply of needles runs out. Seems like they are only available "used" now. I have 3 knitting machines. However —- here in the U.S. , I am told that Brother is no longer being imported and Passap has stopped making their machines. Finding basic supplies such as replacement needles is very difficult. Have had to quit using my Passap because of this. I still use my 2 Brother machines, but wonder what I will do when my supply of needles runs out. Seems like they are only available “used” now.

]]> By: theoreticgal http://whipup.net/2007/03/21/the-knitting-machine-isnt-dead/comment-page-1/#comment-105781 theoreticgal Tue, 17 Apr 2007 04:39:46 +0000 http://whipup.net/2007/03/21/the-knitting-machine-isnt-dead/#comment-105781 totally understand the interest in machine knitting i have been playing with my ebay passap and I am having a blast. http://www.flickr.com/photos/theoreticgal/395064506/ my first effort with a punchcard pattern. I would love to acquire an electronic machine with motor but i get the feelin that the electronic are more likely to be an issue, so I'll be happy playing with a mechanical for the time being. Can't wait to get a few basic jumpers finished. I have made quite a bit on an ultimate seater machine previously but the passap is a real step up. I am also a melbourne knitter so I understand teh difficulties finding supplies here compared to the Uk and US. shipping can be very high. totally understand the interest in machine knitting
i have been playing with my ebay passap and I am having a blast. http://www.flickr.com/photos/theoreticgal/395064506/ my first effort with a punchcard pattern.
I would love to acquire an electronic machine with motor but i get the feelin that the electronic are more likely to be an issue, so I’ll be happy playing with a mechanical for the time being. Can’t wait to get a few basic jumpers finished.

I have made quite a bit on an ultimate seater machine previously but the passap is a real step up. I am also a melbourne knitter so I understand teh difficulties finding supplies here compared to the Uk and US. shipping can be very high.

]]> By: Lisa http://whipup.net/2007/03/21/the-knitting-machine-isnt-dead/comment-page-1/#comment-93513 Lisa Fri, 30 Mar 2007 01:07:25 +0000 http://whipup.net/2007/03/21/the-knitting-machine-isnt-dead/#comment-93513 Knitting machines are to knitters what sewing machines are to sewers - a quicker, easier way to get things done faster, and with more uniform results. Don't doubt I tote things around to handknit as much as any other handknitter - I love to handknit, and crochet occasionally... but the knitting machine gives you an opportunity to play around with lace, colors and even stitches we can't readily do in handknitting... and you can do it in so much less time... handknitting a swatch to test out a stitch is why I always HATED knitting swatches... now, I almost laugh when I knit a swatch... it's GREAT! :) Cheri - I know where you are - was SO there when I started with my Bond... and you'll get it - stick to it. Once you've learned this machine, you can use ANY machine! (sure, the lingo gets a little weird... but you'll get it!) Welcome to the MK fold! :) Happy knitting everyone! :) Knitting machines are to knitters what sewing machines are to sewers – a quicker, easier way to get things done faster, and with more uniform results.
Don’t doubt I tote things around to handknit as much as any other handknitter – I love to handknit, and crochet occasionally… but the knitting machine gives you an opportunity to play around with lace, colors and even stitches we can’t readily do in handknitting… and you can do it in so much less time… handknitting a swatch to test out a stitch is why I always HATED knitting swatches… now, I almost laugh when I knit a swatch… it’s GREAT!
:)

Cheri – I know where you are – was SO there when I started with my Bond… and you’ll get it – stick to it.
Once you’ve learned this machine, you can use ANY machine! (sure, the lingo gets a little weird… but you’ll get it!) Welcome to the MK fold!
:)

Happy knitting everyone!
:)

]]> By: Cheri in Quincy Illinois USA http://whipup.net/2007/03/21/the-knitting-machine-isnt-dead/comment-page-1/#comment-92236 Cheri in Quincy Illinois USA Wed, 28 Mar 2007 18:03:58 +0000 http://whipup.net/2007/03/21/the-knitting-machine-isnt-dead/#comment-92236 I am knew to machine knitting. I bought an inexpensive ($159) model from our local Hobby Lobby store. It is called the Ultimate Sweater Machine. I am having difficulty learning because the carriage jams and doesn't move very smooth. I suspect it is because of the plastic vs metal parts. I plan to continue learning on it and possibly buying a more expensive used model. The reason I am trying the machine knitting is because I am a slow knitter AND left-handed. Need I say more? Thanks for the information and keep on knitting! I am knew to machine knitting. I bought an inexpensive ($159) model from our local Hobby Lobby store. It is called the Ultimate Sweater Machine. I am having difficulty learning because the carriage jams and doesn’t move very smooth. I suspect it is because of the plastic vs metal parts. I plan to continue learning on it and possibly buying a more expensive used model.

The reason I am trying the machine knitting is because I am a slow knitter AND left-handed. Need I say more? Thanks for the information and keep on knitting!

]]> By: Angela - in UK http://whipup.net/2007/03/21/the-knitting-machine-isnt-dead/comment-page-1/#comment-88179 Angela - in UK Fri, 23 Mar 2007 19:26:04 +0000 http://whipup.net/2007/03/21/the-knitting-machine-isnt-dead/#comment-88179 I got mine in 1983, persuaded by a friend from New Zealand, who said it would be good for making my very tall, skinny husband lots of jumpers. I have NEVER made him a jumper yet!! But I have made DOZENS of cot blankets [no shaping needed!] for friends babies, and for orphanagesin Romania. Also had great success knitting up grey industrial yarn into a chain mail outfit for relative who was in a production of Macbeth! I got mine in 1983, persuaded by a friend from New Zealand, who said it would be good for making my very tall, skinny husband lots of jumpers. I have NEVER made him a jumper yet!! But I have made DOZENS of cot blankets [no shaping needed!] for friends babies, and for orphanagesin Romania. Also had great success knitting up grey industrial yarn into a chain mail outfit for relative who was in a production of Macbeth!

]]> By: Jussi http://whipup.net/2007/03/21/the-knitting-machine-isnt-dead/comment-page-1/#comment-87339 Jussi Fri, 23 Mar 2007 02:18:43 +0000 http://whipup.net/2007/03/21/the-knitting-machine-isnt-dead/#comment-87339 just go and do it! machine knitting is not the poor relation to hand knitting, it is a complimentary but different craft, I use knitting machines in my business to knit the main peices, then I finish them off by hand, the machine is great to help me get ideas out quickly, even for things that I eventually hand knit. The machinery is nothing to be afraid of, there are loads of resources on the net (search machine knitters webring) buy some old magazines, they have alot of technical advice in them, and there are ebay-ers who sell manuals on disc for almost every machine. just go and do it! machine knitting is not the poor relation to hand knitting, it is a complimentary but different craft, I use knitting machines in my business to knit the main peices, then I finish them off by hand, the machine is great to help me get ideas out quickly, even for things that I eventually hand knit.

The machinery is nothing to be afraid of, there are loads of resources on the net (search machine knitters webring) buy some old magazines, they have alot of technical advice in them, and there are ebay-ers who sell manuals on disc for almost every machine.

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