Working on a video to document how my husband John worked on this lovely little machine. New sponge bar! All needles soaked, scrubbed (some corrosion where needles sat on rotten foam bar). It is AMAZING how well it is working.
I used a LK150 sponge that I cut to size and attached to the bed with double-faced tape to replace the sponge bar. I only took a few minutes to do and it worked like a charm! You do have to unscrew the bed before replacing the sponge which can be a little fiddly.
I have one made by Kenner that I bought from someone on eBay. I believe it is just like the one I had when I was a child. It looks like everything is there that it had when it was new. I believe it is from the 1960’s. I used my original one until I wore it out.
I was so delighted to just run across this video! I love “toy” fiber arts tools so when I found one of these on EBay ten or so years ago, I just had to have it! I barely tried it, those bouncing needles bewildered me a bit and I thought perhaps I needed to do a bit more research. Well, packed it away for a move shortly after and never got around to playing with it after. I’m sooo happy you’ve inspired me to pull it out again for play and display!!!
I'm told that they have a sponge inside that can be replaced, and that makes it knit better. One of these days I need to take mine apart and replace that part. Imagine how old that bit of foam or felt is!
@@dianaknits The needles in this toy model run on a solid bed. I never found a sponge bar in it but I’ll take another look when I pull it out! If it wasn’t one in the morning I’d go pull it out now! Curious! LOL! The only place they might hide a felt strip could be inside the front metal track. If so, it would sure help.
@@ravennorejko4492 Yes, I'm really curious, too. Super busy right now because I'm in the middle of a seminar, but I want to get inside and see if there is some sort of sponge. These are so old it might be powder now or it might be a little bit of gunk on the needles.
Does anyone know the probable production date on this machine? There is a fashion doll outfit and a small photo of a fashion doll on the box, and I believe Mattel came out with the fashion dolls in the early 60s.
I have knitted 30 gauge Artistic wire on my standard gauge knitting machine, but not on the Sister. I don't know how .3 mm compares - do you? The Sister is standard gauge but it is not nearly as sturdy as a non-toy knitting machine. That little tension spring would be my number one worry, and my second worry is there are replacement parts I know of for this little novelty item and you could bend needles.
The overall thickness is about like a standard gauge knitting machine needle, but you can't change the stitch size, which is quite small, other than by using every other neele.
I love your videos on these unique machines that are no longer found. You had another unique machine that came in sections that you used in a travel trailer a while back. Lucky you! How many machines do you have? You just referred to a Passap (sold as Pfaff overseas), so I am guess maybe you have a few.
I have collected some machines, and sometimes, I try to clean some out. I have that travel machine (341), and a while back, I had another portable, the MK70, which I sold to a friend. That is a very cool machine, but I did not find myself using it often. Honestly, the ones that really get used are the ones that are out and ready to go!
This is a toy. It's a fun little introduction to the concept of machine knitting, but it makes very small pieces without any ability to adjust stitch size. For things for your grandkids, an ideal machine would be a flatbed like the Studio LK150, which is readily available new, or a used machine in good shape. I particularly like the Brother machines.
This is old, an antique and curiosity. I found this oneon eBay. We had towork on it. If you want to learn MK, I'd recomment a newer flatbed, say an LK-50.
Thank you so much for this video, it have been very useful for me because I'm thinking of buying one of these machines I saw online store, I want to make baby sweaters, hats...Do you think I can do it using this knitting machine? How long can I knit with rhis knitting machine? ...
I have the machine because it is a very cool curiousity, but it's a toy. Recently, my husband put a new sponge bar in my Sister and now it knits great. It's fun, but NO, it is not a good choice for making baby garments. With 49 needles, it is not wide enough, and with no stitch dial, you have to find the one weight of yarn that works. You can't change stitch size. It doesn't do patterning work like the regular home knitting machines, and patterning is so cute on baby stuff and makes your knitting more fun. Check my blog, which has a lot of information about getting started, or email me. The blog and email link are at diananatters.blogspot.com.
Thank you so much for your answer...It has been very helpful.. I decided to buy a Corona knitting machine second hand too, but according to your recommendations I think it's better to make baby's clothes and hats Thank you...thank you for this video and the opportunity to write to you... I've never used a knitting machine if I have problems using the one I'm buying today ...Can I ask you for recommendations?... I realize your very good explaining how to use knitting machines
Corona made some solid standard gauge machines. I think it will be a good introduction to the craft. Do keep in mind that the newer, fancier machines do make it much easier to do patterning. The Coronas I have seen had push buttons and a pull handle for patterning.
Yay so glad to see you found a little sister machine. I knew when I showed you mine, last November, that you would be intreigued. Can’t wait to see what you may make with it! Happy Knitting. Jpar
Working on a video to document how my husband John worked on this lovely little machine. New sponge bar! All needles soaked, scrubbed (some corrosion where needles sat on rotten foam bar). It is AMAZING how well it is working.
What a lovely little sister to play with. I just love antique knitting machines!
I used a LK150 sponge that I cut to size and attached to the bed with double-faced tape to replace the sponge bar. I only took a few minutes to do and it worked like a charm! You do have to unscrew the bed before replacing the sponge which can be a little fiddly.
I have one made by Kenner that I bought from someone on eBay. I believe it is just like the one I had when I was a child. It looks like everything is there that it had when it was new. I believe it is from the 1960’s. I used my original one until I wore it out.
I was so delighted to just run across this video! I love “toy” fiber arts tools so when I found one of these on EBay ten or so years ago, I just had to have it! I barely tried it, those bouncing needles bewildered me a bit and I thought perhaps I needed to do a bit more research. Well, packed it away for a move shortly after and never got around to playing with it after. I’m sooo happy you’ve inspired me to pull it out again for play and display!!!
I'm told that they have a sponge inside that can be replaced, and that makes it knit better. One of these days I need to take mine apart and replace that part. Imagine how old that bit of foam or felt is!
@@dianaknits The needles in this toy model run on a solid bed. I never found a sponge bar in it but I’ll take another look when I pull it out! If it wasn’t one in the morning I’d go pull it out now! Curious! LOL! The only place they might hide a felt strip could be inside the front metal track. If so, it would sure help.
@@ravennorejko4492 Yes, I'm really curious, too. Super busy right now because I'm in the middle of a seminar, but I want to get inside and see if there is some sort of sponge. These are so old it might be powder now or it might be a little bit of gunk on the needles.
So glad you offer this video! I love this little machine. Took mine all the way down for a complete cleaning and it knits like a dream.
I have this machine and got it on ebay years ago. I might play with it again after watching your video after I get tired of sewing masks.
In Russia there was a similar knitting machine - "Cinderella"
Does anyone know the probable production date on this machine? There is a fashion doll outfit and a small photo of a fashion doll on the box, and I believe Mattel came out with the fashion dolls in the early 60s.
What a great little machine
Isn't it cute? John has redone the sponge bar now, and it works a lot better. This summer I'm putting up a video where he's fixing it.
I wondered what the needle pitch is? I haven't heard yet, but I will continue watching to the end to see if the answer is in the video.
Thank you so much for sharing this video, it has been helpful.
This machine is in an excellent condition.
So cute!! 💗
Hello there. Thank you for your recording. Do you think this machine might knit 0.3mm artistic wire? Thank you.
I have knitted 30 gauge Artistic wire on my standard gauge knitting machine, but not on the Sister. I don't know how .3 mm compares - do you? The Sister is standard gauge but it is not nearly as sturdy as a non-toy knitting machine. That little tension spring would be my number one worry, and my second worry is there are replacement parts I know of for this little novelty item and you could bend needles.
Hi!
Thank you sharing this video!
How long pitches are these machines?
The overall thickness is about like a standard gauge knitting machine needle, but you can't change the stitch size, which is quite small, other than by using every other neele.
hola me encanta tus videos alguna forma de que le pongan subtítulos en español sería de mucha ayuda gracias y saludos desde Argentina!!!!
Good work..thanks
I love your videos on these unique machines that are no longer found. You had another unique machine that came in sections that you used in a travel trailer a while back. Lucky you! How many machines do you have? You just referred to a Passap (sold as Pfaff overseas), so I am guess maybe you have a few.
I have collected some machines, and sometimes, I try to clean some out. I have that travel machine (341), and a while back, I had another portable, the MK70, which I sold to a friend. That is a very cool machine, but I did not find myself using it often. Honestly, the ones that really get used are the ones that are out and ready to go!
Thank You so much I want one of these I just want to make my growing grand kids lol some stuff on a small scale lol
This is a toy. It's a fun little introduction to the concept of machine knitting, but it makes very small pieces without any ability to adjust stitch size. For things for your grandkids, an ideal machine would be a flatbed like the Studio LK150, which is readily available new, or a used machine in good shape. I particularly like the Brother machines.
Where can we get this to buy? I wish to get one and use it to learn and perfect my knitting work.
This is old, an antique and curiosity. I found this oneon eBay. We had towork on it. If you want to learn MK, I'd recomment a newer flatbed, say an LK-50.
Какая классная машина!
Thank you so much for this video, it have been very useful for me because I'm thinking of buying one of these machines I saw online store, I want to make baby sweaters, hats...Do you think I can do it using this knitting machine? How long can I knit with rhis knitting machine? ...
I have the machine because it is a very cool curiousity, but it's a toy. Recently, my husband put a new sponge bar in my Sister and now it knits great. It's fun, but NO, it is not a good choice for making baby garments. With 49 needles, it is not wide enough, and with no stitch dial, you have to find the one weight of yarn that works. You can't change stitch size. It doesn't do patterning work like the regular home knitting machines, and patterning is so cute on baby stuff and makes your knitting more fun. Check my blog, which has a lot of information about getting started, or email me. The blog and email link are at diananatters.blogspot.com.
Thank you so much for your answer...It has been very helpful.. I decided to buy a Corona knitting machine second hand too, but according to your recommendations I think it's better to make baby's clothes and hats
Thank you...thank you for this video and the opportunity to write to you...
I've never used a knitting machine if I have problems using the one I'm buying today ...Can I ask you for recommendations?... I realize your very good explaining how to use knitting machines
Corona made some solid standard gauge machines. I think it will be a good introduction to the craft. Do keep in mind that the newer, fancier machines do make it much easier to do patterning. The Coronas I have seen had push buttons and a pull handle for patterning.
Looks complicated for a child, but I like the yarn feed better than the LK100
Yay so glad to see you found a little sister machine. I knew when I showed you mine, last November, that you would be intreigued. Can’t wait to see what you may make with it! Happy Knitting. Jpar
Don't know if I'll make anything with it. I thought it was quite a novelty, but I've got a portable machine (or two) that I can travel with.
Que linda, gostaria de ter uma 😢
Oh I just found the answer about needle pitch at about 16:00 minutes in.
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I have brother knitting Machine kh90