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| + | == Knitting Machines == | ||
| − | + | [[Brother 230 knitting machine]] | |
| − | + | [[Brother KH-930 Knitting Machine]] | |
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| − | + | [[Passap Duomatic ("Pinkie")]] | |
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| + | == Learning == | ||
| − | + | For self study, please use the [[Knitting Machine Workshop Syllabus 2014]]. | |
| − | + | This provides a detailed outline for mastering the Brother machines. | |
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| − | + | Knitting Machine Office Hours are held every Monday, 7-9pm, open to the public. | |
| − | + | If you plan to attend, please RSVP on the PS1 Meet Up page. | |
| + | http://www.meetup.com/Pumping-Station-One/ | ||
| − | + | == Resources == | |
| − | + | ===Manuals=== | |
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| − | + | [https://app.box.com/s/mcmj46ouiwy5wmzyf0atk0qk4xkrc9wf Brother KH230 Manual] | |
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| − | + | [https://app.box.com/s/3fidjur9mu1nm29ldff5kjq4vgb8t7nl Brother KH930 Manual] | |
| − | [http:// | + | [http://web.archive.org/web/20140523063946/http://www.aboutknittingmachines.com:80/PASSAPManualsMagazines.php Passap] |
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| − | + | ===Technique=== | |
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| − | + | [https://app.box.com/s/w0218dqvl4ih56dz6cg1jiz7xv9s54os Brother Knitting Techniques] | |
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| − | + | [http://web.archive.org/web/20140528032112/http://www.aboutknittingmachines.com:80/BrotherFreeManuals.php PDF library of Brother guides, manuals, and pattern books.] | |
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| − | == | + | === Additional Tutorials === |
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| + | "Diana Natters On" [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZKrfqU8CMFg&list=PL2E135CCB28900F38 Video Tutorials] | ||
[http://www.yarn-store.com/different-yarns-for-different-knitting-machines.html Chart to determine tension dial setting.] | [http://www.yarn-store.com/different-yarns-for-different-knitting-machines.html Chart to determine tension dial setting.] | ||
| − | + | How to [http://www.yarn-store.com/technique-seaming-row-to-row.html sew two knitted pieces] together. | |
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| + | [http://www.purlbee.com/knitting-tutorials-finishing/2011/7/14/weaving-in-your-ends.html Weaving in] the ends. | ||
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| + | Latch tool bind off [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OsNZIlT7zfw video]. This method is probably best suited for the chunky machine. | ||
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| + | === Media Files === | ||
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| + | Brother 230 Cheat Sheet [[Media:Brother_230_Cheat_Sheet_130323.pdf]] | ||
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| + | Chart to convert hand knit instructions to machine knitting: | ||
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| + | Part 1 [[Media:Conversions_Made_Simple_pt1.pdf]] | ||
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| + | Part 2 & 3 [[Media:Conversions_Made_Simple.pdf]] | ||
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| + | Pattern for a 4.5 mm needle pusher (1 x 1), for producing with the laser cutter and 1/8" acrylic - it may be very hard to see because the stroke is only 0.05 mm or so. | ||
| + | [[Media:Knitting_comb_from_stl.svg]] | ||
| + | [https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/File:Knitting_comb_from_stl.svg] | ||
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| + | === Useful Links === | ||
| + | Pattern Generator: [http://www.unikatissima.de/e/?page_id=2148 Cellular Automation] and [http://www.unikatissima.de/e/?page_id=2062 Mazes] | ||
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| + | Knit Knack Shop: [http://knitknackshop.com/brother-acc.html accessories] and [http://knitknackshop.com/yarns.html cone yarn] | ||
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| − | + | Ravelry's [http://www.ravelry.com/groups/machine-knitting machine knitting page]. The forum is a priceless source of advice and info. Free registration required. | |
[[Category:Textiles]] | [[Category:Textiles]] | ||
| + | [[Category:Interest Groups]] | ||
Latest revision as of 20:33, 19 October 2018
Knitting Machines
Brother KH-930 Knitting Machine
Learning
For self study, please use the Knitting Machine Workshop Syllabus 2014. This provides a detailed outline for mastering the Brother machines.
Knitting Machine Office Hours are held every Monday, 7-9pm, open to the public.
If you plan to attend, please RSVP on the PS1 Meet Up page.
http://www.meetup.com/Pumping-Station-One/
Resources
Manuals
Technique
PDF library of Brother guides, manuals, and pattern books.
Additional Tutorials
"Diana Natters On" Video Tutorials
Chart to determine tension dial setting.
How to sew two knitted pieces together.
Weaving in the ends.
Latch tool bind off video. This method is probably best suited for the chunky machine.
Media Files
Brother 230 Cheat Sheet Media:Brother_230_Cheat_Sheet_130323.pdf
Chart to convert hand knit instructions to machine knitting:
Part 1 Media:Conversions_Made_Simple_pt1.pdf
Part 2 & 3 Media:Conversions_Made_Simple.pdf
Pattern for a 4.5 mm needle pusher (1 x 1), for producing with the laser cutter and 1/8" acrylic - it may be very hard to see because the stroke is only 0.05 mm or so. Media:Knitting_comb_from_stl.svg [1]
![[1]](https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/File:Knitting_comb_from_stl.svg){kind=link}
Useful Links
Pattern Generator: Cellular Automation and Mazes
Knit Knack Shop: accessories and cone yarn
Ravelry's machine knitting page. The forum is a priceless source of advice and info. Free registration required.