Intro to Knitting Machines for Absolute Beginners - Where and How to Start with Machine Knitting

First getting into knitting machines can be confusing. In this video, Cathy breaks down all the variable and options in an understandable way.
See all about flat bed knitting machines and find out which one you should start out with and buy. So many options and prices out there, this video helps you make the best decision for you.
Check out our live video and machine knitting playlists to see a knitting machine in use.
Below are the topics marked in min:sec
How a machine knits: 0:31
Types of machines: 1:41
Types and brands of flat beds: 3:20
Gauges of machines: 5:14
Features in flat bed machines: 7:28
Accessories for flat bed machines: 10:32
New vs used: 13:46
Prices for flat bed machines: 16:38
Knitting machine stands and tables: 20:22
More about knitting machine brands: 21:27
Final recommendations: 22:56
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[@petramaxwell1955]

I'm not a beginner, but I am grateful for another machine knitter ❤

[@cityfarmhousestudio]

❤ back at you! What machine(s) do you have?

[@lauraberkholtz7959]

Same!

[@petramaxwell1955]

@cityfarmhousestudio I have a brother kh270/kr260 with motor drive ke100 plus a few studio standard and bulky punch card machines (sk700, sk155, sk150 ) with ribbers. Used to have quite a few more, but downsized to the ones I'm actually enjoying knitting on.

[@kimdegener3854]

I have 2 flatbeds, I'm an avid handknitter, and I love my Addi machines. I mostly use them for donation hats and toys. Lots of instant gratification. I've made over 100 hats on it.

[@cityfarmhousestudio]

Love that you make all the donation hats and toys! What size of Addi do you use?

[@kimdegener3854]

@cityfarmhousestudio I've got both a 46 and 22. I crank out a ton of hats on the 46, and combine pieces from both for toys.

[@cityfarmhousestudio]

Brilliant idea to combine from both for toys!

[@ThistleandInkwell]

Ty was a nice introduction video. I am debating getting a mid gauge LK150. I have a KH260 and love that but the ease and portability of the LK might be nice when you want to take it places. Does the LK cover the same yarn sizes as the KH260 generally?

[@cityfarmhousestudio]

Thanks! Your KH260 is a bulky, so the LK150 would use mostly thinner yarn. I have done worsted on my LK150, which you could on KH260. The portability of it is nice! Also, you wouldn’t have a punchcard or ribber option if you are used to using those. Oh the decision you have to make- good luck!