Knitting on knitting machines. Replacing the pressure plate

To choose a knitting machine for your home, you need to decide on the necessary functions. After purchasing, learn the basics of knitting. And then it will be easier to master the capabilities of the knitting machine.

Differences between machine and hand knitting

Hand knitting, compared to machine knitting, not only takes a lot of time, but also has a number of differences.

Visual differences between machine knitting and hand knitting:

Technological and financial differences:

How does a knitting machine for home use work?

When knitting by hand, all the loops sit on one needle, and the second is needed to knit the loops. In the machine, each loop is on its own needle, and the carriage plays the role of the second knitting needle. The device on which all the needles are located is called a needle bed.

1. The knitting process involves two nodes: the needle bed and the carriage. There are thread tension regulators on the stand. The density of the fabric is adjusted with a special disk in the carriage. The higher the value set, the larger the loop and the lower the density.
2. The thread is fed from the ball. You lay it on the open tongues of the needles and after the outer needle into the carriage.
3. The carriage, when moving along the rails along the needle bar, moves the needles from one position to another. Loops form.
4. After several movements of the carriage from one end to the other, a canvas is obtained.
5. A counter is installed behind the needle bed, counting each row.

Types and types of devices

Fantura is a pincushion. Types of knitting machines by number of needle beds:

Knitting machines differ in the way they are programmed:

manual. All patterns are made by hand;

punched cards. Patterns are made using punched cards. 20–30 pieces are included in the set. If you need other patterns, you buy them at the store or buy blank punch cards and use a punch to punch in your patterns. Hammer sold separately;

electronic. A twisted cord going to the carriage transmits information from the computer to the knitting machine. The computer tells the carriage how it needs to knit on these needles now. You can knit jacquard, openwork and other patterns in this way. The knitting program is simple and does not require many technical resources.

Knitting machine class

The knitting machine class indicates the number of needles per inch. For example, seventh grade - seven needles per inch. The needles on the seventh grade are thinner and more frequently spaced than on the third grade, where there are three needles per inch. And the yarns for these machines are also different. A seventh grader can knit thin yarn in one ply but will not be able to knit thick yarn. Fine yarn is 1400 meters per 100 g. The result is a thin, soft, flexible fabric. A fifth class knitting machine can knit 350 meters per 100 g. A third class machine will not be able to knit 1400 meters of thread in one ply. She will need 5-6 additions.

Household machines are of the third, fourth, fifth and seventh classes. Tenth grade is very rare. Such machines are used in the studio. The most common is the fifth. It comes with the largest number of additional tools that can make your work easier.

Which car is better to choose for your home?

• First decide what you will knit in order to choose the right machine class. For example, thick hats are third class, very thin things are seventh class. Average thickness and a universal approach to choosing yarn are fifth class. For a seventh-class machine, one fantura holds 250 needles, for a third-class machine, 110 needles. Accordingly, the canvas will be of different thicknesses and different widths;
• do you need a second fantur? It creates difficulties in learning and working. But its absence limits the variety of knitting;
• an electronic machine requires a power source, but a punched card or manual machine does not;
• focus on price. If you are on a budget, then look at manual machines. They are much cheaper, easy to operate and maintain;
• Consider workplace preparation. For two-fanture devices you need a strong table. Manual machines are more compact and weigh up to 5 kg;
• As for manufacturers, among punched card and electronic devices, foreign ones are more reliable. If you prefer Russian production, then take a manual machine. It's portable. There is no need to allocate a special place. The machine will fit on the coffee table. You can knit by placing it on your knees. This machine is easy to put away every day in a box or closet. It will easily fit into a bag. Russian manual machines last a very long time. On websites selling used goods you can find knitting machines made in the USSR in good condition;
• To get a better idea of ​​the machines, go to a place where you can see them in action and move the carriage. If you don't know anyone like that, go to a store that sells knitting machines. Presentations and training are held there. The first trial lesson is free. Try knitting. If this is not possible, watch more videos.

Consumer Reviews

Manual two-fold knitting machine Ivushka, price 3900 rub.

I can knit quite well with knitting needles and crochet, but with Ivushka it turns out much faster and more accurately than by hand. The knitting speed on such a machine is up to 10 times faster than on knitting needles. And, importantly, on “Ivushka” it is possible to knit patterns that are impossible to knit on knitting needles!
The machine is very compact, only 35 cm in length and you don’t need a special table for knitting; you can even knit by simply placing the machine on your knees while sitting on the sofa. It weighs very little, only about one kilogram.
I had no idea that such a small “thing” could do so much!!!
“Ivushka” is a two-piece machine, which allows you to knit in the round without a seam, for example, socks or mittens.

Ustyuzhanka

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Manual single-fold knitting machine Silver Reed LK-150, price 22,700 rub.

Has a lightweight plastic body. Metal needles. Nice carriage with the ability to adjust the knitting density. By the way, the yarn can be used both thin (as for knitting on needles No. 2) and quite thick. Row counter. The patterns are all made by re-hanging the loops, according to the diagrams. In fact, for the money this is a very worthy thing. But, as I understand, not for me) For those who do not suffer from a lack of perseverance, she will undoubtedly become an excellent assistant. I continue to knit and will wait for the return of my original desire to have a Silver Reed LK-150 knitting machine))

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Electronic two-fold knitting machine Silver Reed SK840/SRP60N, price complete with electronics RUB 197,990.

The machine itself is manual, not automated. But a computer module is sold for it with the ability to help with long-term knitting of large parts. It cuts your knitting time in half.
Many people think that with a computer module the machine will knit itself! NO. The machine does not knit itself. The module only gives signals when to change the thread on the machine, remove, join, add loops, how many rows are knitted, what other operations to perform during knitting, cross loops. But all operations must be carried out manually. The computer only helps you not to remember and not to monitor the need to perform manual operations.
Sensors are installed on the machine on both sides of the needle beds, and they send a signal to the computer about the progress of the program.

sashabon89

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Double-punched card knitting machine Brother KR-838, price 74,400 rub.

I love to knit. For the soul and when you have free time. On Brother you can quickly and accurately knit almost any idea. Regular knitting, knitting with a pattern in two colors in different ways (you can do it in three, if you get the hang of it in a certain way), knitting with an elastic band, openwork, BRAIDS, circular. In general, almost any whim)
A big plus is that the mechanics are simple and trouble-free. I've never had anything break before. Once there was a problem because the second font was in the wrong condition for a long time (I secured it incorrectly and forgot about the machine for two months) and sagged. The problem was quickly resolved on the spot by simply tightening the fastening screws. Not a single spoke has broken in 10 years of use.
In addition to the machine, you can buy a set of punched cards with a puncher for creating your own drawings (the basic set of the machine includes about 20 punched cards), a reversible carriage and some other gadgets. I didn’t buy it, the base was enough for me.

Olesilla

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How to use a knitting machine

If the machine is new or has not been used for a long time, it must be lubricated after installation. And only after that start working.

1. Take machine oil and drip it along the pincushion rail. Add oil to the sponge and run it along the rail. Pull out all the needles and lubricate them with a sponge. Also lubricate the lining of the carriage that runs along the rail. Place the carriage on the needle bar and move it several times along the entire needle bar.
2. Insert the yarn into the thread separator. On the carriage, set the working density that is suitable for your yarn. For example, for a skein of 300 meters per 100 g, density 6 is suitable.
3. Using a comb, move the needles to the forward non-working position. Prepare the first row by winding the thread on the needles.
4. Thread the thread into the carriage thread guide. Draw the first row from right to left. If a guy is needed, hang a tension comb.
5. Continue knitting by driving the carriage along the needle bar.

How to operate a knitting machine: video tutorial

Features of working on different machines:

• two-fanture. Knitting occurs on both fanturs at the same time. The same settings are set on the lower carriage as on the upper one. The carriages are connected by the shoulder so that they move simultaneously;
• punched card Here you do not need to manually constantly set different positions of the needles when knitting a pattern. The machine will do this itself using punched cards that are inserted into a special device;
• electronic. A computer works instead of punch cards. You draw a pattern in a special program and choose colors. And the machine, controlled by electronics, will control the position of the needles and color setting.

Additional devices

There are additional devices on sale that make work easier and expand knitting capabilities:

• deckers. Comes complete with knitting machine. They are needed to perform operations with needles and loops;
• selected combs. For extending needles. They come with different selection rhythms, that is, through one, two or three needles;
• pull comb. Loads of varying weights are hung into its holes;
• weights. They are attached to the edge of the product so that it is knitted evenly;
• medical device. You make a pattern, and the device shows you when to add or decrease stitches;
• automatic color changing device. You insert the threads different colors in special holders. You press the buttons and the desired colors are knitted;
• transfer carriage. Needed for a quick transition from simple knitting to elastic;
• linker carriage. To close the last row and connect parts only in a straight line;
• deck carriage. For openwork;
• kettelny machine. With its help you can connect any parts. The stitching will look like a product purchased in a store;
• hammer drill To create your own patterns;
• winder of yarn.

Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Replacing the pressure plate

Knitting as a process of creating irreplaceable high-quality clothes from knitwear, which is suitable for any season, has long become an integral part of modern life.

If the process of creating comfort with your own hands brings pleasure, and the thought that you will be able to create things on your own that you could only dream of before or order from expensive studios does not leave you, then machine knitting is definitely your hobby. Most needlewomen come to automate the process after mastering a hook and knitting needles, but you can immediately start working on a machine.

Knitting by car as a hobby

What are the advantages of machine knitting over other types of needlework:

• You yourself create an exclusive model, being the creator of the material, style and color scheme.
• A knitted item that you knit has more than one life - you can unravel it and, after some processing of the threads, knit something else, and so on until you get tired of it.
• Knitted flaps, knitted for a sample when calculating loops for the next model, can be used for capes on stools, creating patchwork quilt, an original bag, oven mitts in the kitchen or a warm rug for your beloved tailed pets.

Machine knitting allows you to bring the result as close as possible to the factory one, while the item always remains exclusive. If desired, this can easily be turned into an additional source of household income.

To start mastering this type of needlework, you will need not only desire, but also a special machine.

How to choose a knitting machine

Knitting machines are of great interest because they make it possible to make dreams come true. Just imagine, in one evening you can knit a blouse and come to work in it the next morning, although just yesterday you and your colleagues were looking at this model in the latest fashion magazine.

Specialized stores offer:

• single-face flat knitting and double-face knitting machines;
• manual or automated;
• with or without software.

Single-circuit knitting machines such as “Severyanka”, “Neva-5”, Silver, Toyota knit any single knitted fabric that has a front and back side (as when knitting). With two-color machine knitting, broaches remain on the wrong side.

Double-circuit machines like Brother 965i (Brother), Silver, Toyota knit double-sided fabric and various elastic bands (2x2, 2x1, 3x1, 3x2, etc.). When knitting in two colors, there are no thread broaches. Double-font machines are a complex and expensive device on which you can create endlessly, the possibilities are unlimited.

Knitting machines are produced in different classes; the higher the class, that is, the numbers in the marking, the thinner the knitted fabric, the smaller the diameter of the knitting needles and the thickness of the yarn. For home use Class 5 cars are most suitable. For example, “Neva-5” is a 5th class vehicle.
When choosing, consider the knitting method:

• manual, when the design is created by hand on the background using special decking needles;
• using a punched card on which a design is printed, and the machine sequentially knits according to this punched card;
• using software.

For multi-colored knitting, the kit includes a special device; if it is not available, it must be purchased separately.

Focusing on these characteristics, taking into account your capabilities and the time that you can devote to knitting, choose a new assistant.

Features of choosing yarn

Yarn for machine knitting must be wear-resistant, elastic and at the same time durable. Woolen and half-woolen yarn No. 32/2 meets these properties. It is sold in large reels on cones. Products made from such yarn can be knitted by joining it in 3, 4 or 5 threads.

In order for the knitting fabric to be smooth, uniform and beautiful, the thread tension must be uniform. If the yarn is wound into balls, this will not happen. You can't knit from balls on a machine! Therefore, before work, it is better to rewind the yarn into bobbins using special device"winder - carousel".

For openwork and summer products, use cotton yarn No. 40/2; No. 34/2; No. 54/2, iris, silk and lurex. You cannot use heavily twisted yarn, as the fabric turns out to be slanted and it is impossible to straighten it. Any synthetic material, especially thin ones, should be used with caution, since when ironed, this yarn seems to “glaze over” and the product loses its attractive appearance.

When machine knitting, it is often necessary to leave loops open at the beginning or end of work. To prevent them from unraveling, use an auxiliary thread, which must be removed after finishing the work. Floss, darning, lavsan or unnecessary, waste cotton threads are suitable for this purpose.

When creating multi-colored products, do not forget that wool can fade during wet heat treatment, and therefore it is worth choosing combinations of colors used with special care. Before you start knitting the main item, you should definitely knit a test sample and steam it.

How to organize your workplace

So, you have decided to buy a knitting machine. This is a complex apparatus that requires a stable, smooth surface. An ironing board, window sill or coffee table will not work. For these purposes, it is worth allocating a separate well-lit place in the apartment so that direct rays of the sun do not fall, since the surface of the needle beds in most cases is metal and the glare of the sun will interfere with work. An additional light source is required so that every loop on the machine needles can be seen.

Workplace equipment:

• ironing board;
• steam iron;
• winder;
• measuring tape, scissors, safety pins, chalk;
• knitted needles with a large eye of different sizes for knitting, pins for knitwear;
• a square or rectangular frame for calculating loops and rows on a sample with centimeter markings applied;
• a sewing machine, if you will sew parts of knitwear;
• sewing oil in an oil dish.

All this should be within arm's reach while working. Also take note additional information about .

Algorithm of actions when knitting on a machine

Learning to machine knit is no more difficult than mastering the technique of creating patterns with knitting needles and. As a rule, manufacturers of knitting machines include detailed operating instructions for each model.

Procedure and nuances of work

1. Strictly following the instructions, strengthen the needle beds of the knitting machine according to the attached drawings so that there is no vibration when knitting.
2. Install thread tensioners, sort out the weights: large ones for the main fabric, small ones for the edges of the knitted fabric.
3. Place the deckers and loop-catching needles in a separate box.
4. Wipe the entire machine with a flannel cloth to remove engine oil from the iron parts.
5. Thread the pre-prepared threads and knit the sample on the needles; you should knit at least 30 rows, while simultaneously setting the knitting density on the counter. For example, we knitted 50 rows at one density, separate them with an auxiliary thread (two rows), changed the density to a lower or higher direction, again knitted 50 rows and again with an auxiliary thread. In this case, the carriage should move without much effort.
6. Remove the sample from the machine, secure it to the knitting board and steam. Set the density of the knitting fabric that suits you for the product for further knitting.
7. Set the selected density and start knitting a test sample to calculate the loops and rows.
8. Secure the knitted sample to the ironing board, steam it and place a frame with centimeter divisions on it. Count the rows and loops and write everything down in a specially kept notebook so that you don’t have to return to calculating loops from this particular yarn and this particular density.

It is strongly recommended to write down all calculations and steps during work, namely: density, number of rows per hem, number of rows for decreases, increases and some other actions during the work process:

• number, name and manufacturer of yarn;
• number of threads of yarn;
• knitting density;
• quantity and weight of yarn, how much did you use for the product;
• size or measurements of the product;
• a drawing or sample pattern for a given product.

All these records will save you in the future from painful questions about how much yarn is needed for this or that product, from memories: what was the density, how many threads were there, and so on and so forth.

Knitting colored patterns

Using machine knitting, you can create original striped patterns, choosing the appropriate colors as you make the transition from dark shades to light ones and vice versa - in this case, you can use all the leftover yarn lying around the house.

You can make separate symmetrical and asymmetrical patterns, it is convenient to knit different animals, especially on children's clothing in two, three or more colors. Any cross pattern, which is previously applied to checkered paper or graph paper, is suitable for the ornament.

Repeating patterns on knitting machines are called jacquard. On single-face knitting machines, when knitting a jacquard manually or using a punched card (depending on the type of machine selected), broaches remain on the wrong side of the fabric, which during wear cling, stretch or tear - it is recommended to glue them with non-woven material or secure them in any other way. On double-font machines, there are no broaches when knitting jacquard.

You can get an original product if you simply make a knitted fabric and decorate it with leather patches or embroider it with lurex. It all depends only on your desire and skill, which comes with experience.

Knitting openwork fabric

The openwork fabric on single-frame machines is done by hand, almost like. For this purpose, special deckers are used, which are included with each knitting machine. Imported machines are equipped with a special carriage. The quality and variety of the openwork patterns made cannot be compared with hand knitting!

Processing of knitted products

After removal from the machine, any knitted product is folded in half lengthwise. If it is a single stitch, then it is better to baste with simple threads for fixing, so that there are even edges and carefully steam the entire fabric, do not iron, but rather steam it in order to tidy up the edges of the knitted fabric.

When machine knitting, the edges of the fabric are most deformed, and with single satin stitch, the edges also curl. Shoulder slopes are usually made with partial knitting. It is difficult to knit the neckline of products, especially on double-backed machines - therefore, the neckline is usually cut out according to the pattern of the product, the edge is carefully steamed so that the loops do not unravel, and then it is decorated with separately knitted tape, elastic or openwork tape using quilting on both sides.

On single-face machines, all publications recommend untying the neckline and then putting it on the machine needles again - this is a long process and not very neat. It’s easier to cut out the neck, carefully steam it at a distance of 1 cm from the edge, and then knit the binding from a smaller number of threads or at a high density and pin it on both sides. The choice is yours.

Safety precautions

1. The table on which the machine is installed must be durable and not create vibrations.
2. When illuminated working area knitting use fluorescent lamps.
3. When working with needles, be careful - the carriage that moves them cannot be removed instantly.
4. Weights that are hung on a knitted fabric during work tend to fall on your feet - secure them so that this does not happen.
5. It is not recommended for children and animals to be in the work area to avoid injury.

Any type of handicraft is individual creativity; creating with the help of a machine means keeping up with the times! Master it to always be among the stylish ladies.

Knitting is the favorite craft of many women. Some people make only small things - socks, mittens, scarves. Other craftswomen go further and make sweaters, skirts or dresses to order. To make their work easier, such women should definitely purchase a knitting machine and learn how to use it.

There are a variety of models of such equipment on sale today, differing in functionality, design, level of equipment, etc. In principle, a device such as a knitting machine is not too difficult to use. Almost any model is suitable for beginning needlewomen. But it’s better, of course, to try your hand at equipment that has the simplest design.

Types of knitting machines

There are only two main types of such equipment offered on the modern market: industrial and intended for domestic use. All machines used at home belong to the class of flat knitting machines. However, they may differ:

By the number of needle beds. For knitting things, single- and double-font machines can be used.

By class. Each model is designed for a specific range of yarn thickness.

By type of control. There are conventional mechanical machines, punched card machines and computer machines.

Single-flow machines: design features

A typical representative of equipment of this type is the domestic model “Neva-5”, familiar to almost all experienced needlewomen. This one is best suited for beginner needlewomen. The design of this device is very simple. The machine kit includes:

Thread guides and thread guides.

The carriage, which is actually responsible for knitting.

Row counter.

Metal needles with tongues.

The plates are the rails on which the carriage runs.

The single-font machine can be fixed on any table using special screws.

Single-flow machines: operating principle

This option will be simply ideal for a beginning needlewoman. Single-loop machines can be used to perform all basic types of knitting. Learning to work with such equipment will not be difficult. The technique for manufacturing products using single-font machines is approximately as follows:

The yarn is pulled through the thread guide block, thread guide and a special hole in the carriage.

Using a special ruler, the required number of needles is pushed forward.

The yarn is not pulled too tightly over them (otherwise the carriage may tear it).

Using a special screw, the required knitting density is set (depending on the thickness of the yarn).

The carriage levers are moved to the working position.

The first row is knitted.

To ensure that the loops do not jump off the needles during further work, a pull comb is suspended from them (not in all models).

If you simply move the carriage to the right/left, you will get a regular stitch. To knit an openwork item, you need to use a special tool, a decker, to rehang the loops from one needle to another according to the pattern of the pattern.

Which single-flow model should you buy?

"Neva-5" is a very easy to use knitting machine. For beginners, in addition to this popular model, the “Severyanka” is most likely also a good choice. Unfortunately, the production of knitting machines in our country has now been completely discontinued. Therefore, you can only buy a domestic model, including the Neva-5 or Severyanka, second-hand. Those needlewomen who prefer new equipment should take a closer look at the imported single-frame Toyota or Silver models. Brother brand equipment also enjoys a good reputation among knitters.

Advantages of double-font machines

Using a model with two needle beds allows you to knit better quality items. The fact is that only flat parts can be produced on a single-frame device. At the end of the knitting, the sleeves and sides have to be joined together using a sewing machine. In addition, products made on such equipment have both a front and a back. Yes, on back side items associated with the use of threads of several colors, unsightly broaches remain. Such products will not be particularly comfortable to wear. When putting on, for example, an ornamented sweater, the broach can be easily hooked and pulled out. This creates an unsightly dent on the front side. You won’t be able to knit even elastic bands on such a machine (only decoys).

Double-face models do not have all these disadvantages. Knitting on a knitting machine for beginner needlewomen in in this case will be more difficult, since devices of this type have two needle beds. However, by adapting to such a model, it is possible to make things in which both sides look like front ones. Elastic bands are also knitted using a two-piece machine. The procedure in this case will be quite lengthy, and many operations will have to be performed manually. However, elastic bands knitted by machine are much smoother and of higher quality than those made using knitting needles.

The best models of two-font machines

Structurally, such equipment differs from single-piece equipment only in that it has a special attachment that allows for circular knitting. If desired, such an addition can be purchased for all brands of knitting machines discussed above, with the exception of the Severyanka and Toyota models.

Knitting machine classes

Of course, before buying a knitting machine, you should decide what exactly it is needed for. The fact is that different models are designed to work with yarn of different thicknesses. If you only want to knit socks, mittens and thick sweaters, you should buy a class three machine. Such models are designed to work with yarn 100-200 meters/100 grams. These machines can take such a thick thread due to the fact that their needles are located quite far from each other.

Class 5 models are designed for the manufacture of both fairly thick and thin items (300-500 meters/100 grams). This knitting machine is best suited for beginner needlewomen. Using it, you can make mittens or socks, as well as sweaters or scarves. It is to this group that, for example, the same “Neva-5” belongs.

Class 7 machines are designed for making only very thin items from 500-600 meters/100 grams of yarn.

What is a punch card model?

Today there is equipment on sale that is quite easy to use, with which you can make very beautiful products with patterns. The punched card model is also a good answer to the question of which knitting machine to choose for beginning needlewomen. In a device of this type, needle selection is performed using special cards with holes, the location of which corresponds to the pattern of the pattern. The design of models of this variety, in addition to the main elements, includes a special device - a puncher, into which the card is inserted.

Computer machines

PC-powered equipment is, of course, the most expensive and convenient type. The needles in such machines are controlled using not a punched card, but special software installed on a home computer. The convenience of electronic models is that you can knit a variety of patterns on them without limiting the loops and along given contours.

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Very often, the passion for knitting on a machine occurs spontaneously. You wanted to knit a beautiful knitted dress, and you decided to buy a knitting machine to learn how to knit on a machine and knit this beautiful dress. Or they simply decided to master their mother’s knitting machine, which had been lying in the closet for a long time. The first task is to figure out how to knit the first row on the machine.
The knitting machine instructions are usually lost. And if there is a book like “We knit by machine ourselves,” then it is very difficult for an unprepared person to understand an incomprehensible technical language. After reading a few pages, you have a strong desire to buy a ready-made dress, but don’t rush to conclusions.
Of course, you will have to work hard to learn at least the basics of knitting on a machine, but these efforts are compensated by the pleasure of creativity and the opportunity to have unique, original things knitted by machine.

Video of the formation of the initial row on knitting machines. The most common method is to manually wrap the needles with yarn.

It can also be noted that buying a knitting machine is not a cheap pleasure and prices for new knitting machines can reach 100 thousand rubles or more. However, the price for a used knitting machine is also quite high. For such knitting machines as Silver, Brother, 15-50 thousand rubles, this is a very reasonable price. And somewhat lower for Neva and Veritas cars. All this, including the fact that operating the machine requires a lot of knowledge and skills, makes you take the purchase of a knitting machine quite seriously.

In this section of the site, we will try to help you master the first step - preparing yarn for machine knitting. In the future, you can complete knitting courses on a machine or independently deepen your knowledge from books and the Internet and learn how to knit beautiful and unique knitted clothes.

1. Knitting on a machine begins with preparing the yarn

The first thing you need to do before you start learning how to knit on a machine is to prepare your yarn. If the yarn has knots or is not suitable for this type of machine, then it will seem to you that the knitting machine is broken, and your desire to knit on it will quickly disappear.
Having prepared the yarn, learn how to pick up the first row of fabric and first knit your first scarf from multi-colored horizontal stripes.

For machine knitting, special threads are produced on huge bobbins. They are quite thin and therefore they are folded (3-5) together. This thread is ideal for a knitting machine; the product turns out smooth and even. But you will start your first steps with ordinary yarn used for hand knitting, which is not very suitable, but is also suitable for machine knitting. The main thing is not to use very thick yarn.
For yarns that are too thick, there are other classes of knitting machines and knitting needles. These knitting machines have not 200, but 100 needles (5 classes of knitting machines in total).

When knitting by machine, you can use a wide range of yarns, including synthetic yarns. However, when using it for the first time for beginners, especially immediately after purchasing the machine, you should first use soft wool yarn of medium thickness.

2. The yarn must first be prepared and rewound

The yarn must first be prepared and rewound. This makes knitting easier and better quality. The machine knits evenly and softly, without jerks or skips, or as knitters say, drops. The pictures show the types of yarn winding.
A - conical type, B - cylindrical type. These skeins are ready and suitable for machine knitting.
C, D, or E - such skeins of yarn need to be rewound.

3. A special device is used to rewind the yarn

To rewind the yarn, a special device is used, without which no knitting machine can do. When rewinding, the yarn is placed in a skein so that the thread is removed from the skein evenly, without effort. Or at least with the same effort.
If you knit from balls on a machine, the tension will “jump” and constantly change. And two knitted sleeves from the same yarn, with the same number of rows and knitting density, will have different lengths and widths. You'll have to unravel and knit them again.
It is important to understand that the thread entering the carriage in jerks will affect the knitting density of the fabric. Therefore, be sure to purchase such a device or buy yarn already rewound into skeins designed specifically for a knitting machine.

A piece of paraffin softens the yarn, making it smooth and elastic. As a result, the machine makes less noise when knitting and the load on the needles and carriage is reduced.
Factory-wound skeins of yarn are sometimes wound too tightly. If possible, it is better to rewind even factory balls.
You need to start using the thread from the inner end of the skein.

5. Avoid using tangled or knotted yarn.

It is better to untangle or cut off the tangled yarn and make a new skein. Knots can cause the carriage to jam and even break the needle, not to mention dropping the loop in the fabric while knitting.

The inner end of the skein thread should be used as the starting end. Make sure that when the yarn comes out of the skein, the skein does not jump. If the yarn does not come off smoothly, but in jerks, then you can try using the other end of the thread (outside the skein).
Skeins, type E, must be rewinded using yarn holding devices or holding it in your hands, as shown in the figure.
Use only suitable yarn that is wound, elastic and not too thick. This will make your first steps easier when learning how to operate a knitting machine. Having learned to knit on a machine with regular yarn, you can switch to using more complex species yarn, which sometimes requires knitting a knitted fabric through a needle.

How a single-flow knitting machine works and works. Detailed instructions for knitting machine Neva-5.

It is impossible to learn how to knit on a machine without understanding how it works. You can easily eliminate many of the knitting defects that arise on a knitting machine if you understand the reason for their occurrence.

For beginners learning to knit, it is best to start learning on simple and inexpensive machines, such as Neva-5. When you can fully master the techniques of knitting on such a machine, you can think about learning how to knit on more complex and expensive models of knitting machines.

Sometimes they mistakenly believe that in order to knit a beautiful and complex dress you need the latest model of knitting machine. On any machine, even on the Severyanka, you can knit any patterns and ornaments if you learn how to knit them using manual transfer of loops.

Knitting by machine involves the use of special yarn. Yarn for hand knitting differs from yarn for machine knitting in the thickness of the thread and the way the thread is laid in a skein. To learn how to knit by machine, use thin and elastic yarn rewound on a special device for learning.

You can learn to knit on a machine, but how can you learn to repair a knitting machine? Repairing a knitting machine is a complex task and only an experienced craftsman can do it. But it’s good if you live in Moscow or another big city, where there are knitting machine repair specialists. What to do if you can’t find such a master in your city?

A double-font knitting machine is not only a hobby, but a way to earn money. The use of two fonturas, or essentially two separate machines, expands the possibilities of knitting endlessly. The only limitation is your imagination. It will be much easier to learn how to knit on such a knitting machine if you have already learned how to knit on a single-font machine.