I LOVE cotton knit blankets, I'm allergic to wool, and had no idea these machines could do what I don't have the talent or patience for by my arthritis ridden hands. I'm quite sure I'd be a blanket making fool and crank them out like a factory BUT although I am a natural at keeping tension by hand, it was remarked on since I was young, tension and settings on a sewing machine baffle me even though I'm very mechanical. I wonder if these machines would beat me as well. I've been researching these machines on RUclips and you are by far the best teacher I've come across. You've answered so many questions I had without me having to ask. Had NO idea these machines have the scope they do, lacework! I would never have thought.... Someone mentioned they preferred the European machines to the Japenese, like Brother who I had no idea they were Japanese if they really are. They didn't really elaborate why. I can't remember all the brands thet mentioned, do you have ones from a range of companies? 2nd question, did you make the sweater you're wearing? and if so, by hand or on one of your machines?
Hello Thank you for your very kind comment. I very much appreciate it. Both types of machines have there merits and specialities. The Passap (European) is not so great at lace, but are fabulous on multiple tuck stitches without dropping stitches. The jacquard facility is also second to non on a Passap. The Japanese machines were made in Japan, but latterly the Silver Reed, also a Japanese brand, is now made in China. If you are considering a machine it may be best to start with a Japanese punch card machine. You can start basic structures without using the auto patterning to gain you confidence. The manuals are not great, so a lesson or two may help you on your way. If poss, try to have a demo on a machine and see if it is for you to use with your arthritis. Having said that, you can get a motor to move the carriage on the needle bed. Motors can be pricey but worth it if you decide to take to knitting on a machine. Sending you best wishes and thank you for watching my videos. I hope to make more soon. Best wishes, Claire
I LOVE cotton knit blankets, I'm allergic to wool, and had no idea these machines could do what I don't have the talent or patience for by my arthritis ridden hands. I'm quite sure I'd be a blanket making fool and crank them out like a factory BUT although I am a natural at keeping tension by hand, it was remarked on since I was young, tension and settings on a sewing machine baffle me even though I'm very mechanical. I wonder if these machines would beat me as well. I've been researching these machines on RUclips and you are by far the best teacher I've come across. You've answered so many questions I had without me having to ask. Had NO idea these machines have the scope they do, lacework! I would never have thought.... Someone mentioned they preferred the European machines to the Japenese, like Brother who I had no idea they were Japanese if they really are. They didn't really elaborate why. I can't remember all the brands thet mentioned, do you have ones from a range of companies? 2nd question, did you make the sweater you're wearing? and if so, by hand or on one of your machines?
Hello
Thank you for your very kind comment. I very much appreciate it.
Both types of machines have there merits and specialities. The Passap (European) is not so great at lace, but are fabulous on multiple tuck stitches without dropping stitches. The jacquard facility is also second to non on a Passap.
The Japanese machines were made in Japan, but latterly the Silver Reed, also a Japanese brand, is now made in China.
If you are considering a machine it may be best to start with a Japanese punch card machine. You can start basic structures without using the auto patterning to gain you confidence. The manuals are not great, so a lesson or two may help you on your way.
If poss, try to have a demo on a machine and see if it is for you to use with your arthritis. Having said that, you can get a motor to move the carriage on the needle bed. Motors can be pricey but worth it if you decide to take to knitting on a machine.
Sending you best wishes and thank you for watching my videos. I hope to make more soon.
Best wishes,
Claire
Clair, I heard about your RUclips videos and classes from our MK group. Looking forward to reviewing your playlists.
@@Colleen-wl5yx hope you enjoy!
Glad you are feeling better. Love your videos.
Thank you so much for your kind comment.
Glad you are liking the videos.
Xx
I'm better now, thank you. I hope you enjoy my recordings
Would love to be able to make an adult blanket as I have a machine I’m brand new to it
Well you can knit as wide as 200 needles. But I have a designer friend who joins two sections together and makes a feature of it.
Hope this helps x