Please do lots more! I’ve seen a few tutorials on the silver reed on youtube but none have been as easy and straightforward to understand as yours. I gave up and put my machine away but after seeing this tutorial, i’m excited to take it out and try again. Would be great if you could show how to knit sock/jumpers etc and the different stitch functions on the dial.
I believe in making things easy. There are so many ways of doing things but I'll try make it as simple as possible. I will do some more in the coming weeks.
@@susanglaus4312 hola susan tengo una maquina silver sk326 que es igualita a esta tu maquina quiero saber para que sirve las otras teclas o botones que tienen reloj al lado derecho
My knitting machine has been in storage since my son was born over 30 years ago. Now he has become a dad so just got it back . You make it seem so easy. Thank you
This is the 9th 0r 10th time I watch this video and always find it so informative!!!!!! Kudos to this Lady, she is wonderful explaining!!!! God bless you!!!!!
I am glad you found it easy as it actually is quite easy. You just need to join an online group and keep asking questions to make machine knitting enjoyable. There is just so much you can do with the machine. Summer tops, pants, suites, dresses, skirts. :)
I got a better understanding watching you run that machine up and down up and down while the sweater was coming out thank you for that you didn't go into too many details to many
Thanks so much for this! I inherited a model very close to this one and I couldn't imagine how the punch card worked. I'm blown away!!! Can't wait to get the machine re-habilitated and give it a try!
Thanks. I find people can overcomplicate things. I am starting to learn how to use a Passap / Pffaf and again, people have all said how difficult they are to learn compared to any other machine. Once I get the hang of that one, I hope to do simple instructions too so that people aren't so frightened to use them :)
So happy I came across your channel today,have a knitting machine it’s a singer have not use it in years I mean years! Enjoy watching your videos as I have forgotten some things, you have encouraged me to get it out and set it up again! Have Subscribed to your channel will watch more of your thank you so much for sharing appreciate Liz 😊🇨🇦
I am so glad I found your video Susan! ..... It has helped immensely as I am a beginner and need to learn lots! I look forward to receiving the combs, thank you Lesley
That is so cool!. I spent much more time making a Fair Isle hat and now working on an Intarsia sweater by hand. Needless to say, with a couple of knitting problems that need to be solved. After seeing your video, I will have to save up for a knitting machine! Thnkd you.
@@susanglaus4312 Ive made some panels of knitted fabric but its very uncontrolled as far as me being able to plan what I want to do and then produce it. also still dont like the cast on and cast off look of the panels :(
Hi, I have just found your video. Great, thank you for it. I am just getting out my machines, and frankly haven't used them for a while, but want to start again. As I had forgotten most of how to do it, your video is just what I needed to start me off again. Many thanks again, lovely video
Glad you found the video helpful. Sometimes using the book can be a bit confusing. Dont forget to give your carriage a bit of oil and check that your sponge bar is okay.
I was planning on doing a maintenance video as I have a number of machines I need to strip and clean. I'll look at doing something in the next couple of weeks.
I've done a Brother Knitting machine Basic cast on TH-cam video which may be relevant for your Empisal machine. They use different carriage terminology.
Thanks for the demonstration. I have several Studio knitting machines (bulky, standard, midgauge) and ribbers, so it's good to see them in action, since most people are using Brother machines, it seems. Good demonstration.
Thanks Jon. When I first started machine knitting about 7 years ago, I battled so much with trying to learn how to cast on. It took ages and a lot of frustration to get it right. I have been criticized for using a Brother cast on comb for a Singer machine however the Singer Cast on method it not the easiest method I've found. I wanted to get people up and running as quickly as possible, to be able to enjoy machine knitting and to see how easy it can be to knit. I did this video mainly because I sold a knitting machine to someone in another city and it was so they could watch and follow at the same time. Since then I have repaired and sold a number of Singer punch card machines and have included a Brother Cast on comb with each machine and refer them to the TH-cam video to get started :)
@@susanglaus4312 You're very welcome. I purchased all of my used machines online (except for the LK 150, the plastic bed, manual midgauge) and was very lucky that all were complete and worked with just minor tweaking. I also added the Brother, standard gauge, cast on comb, since it looked like a very useful tool. It sure is. Keep up the good work and the demos, as they are much appreciated.
Buenos dias. Gracias por compartir sus conocimientos. Tengo la misma máquina. Ojala pueda realizar tutoriales para el manejo de los patrones. E buscado y no hay. Es util conocer el funcionamiento muchas gracias.. Estaré pendiente de su canal. Saludos desde Colombia 🇨🇴.
Hello. This is a very nice video. I live in greece and I have o singer 322. I think that is just that same with yours. I don't know how to use it. Τhe part that is supposed to move remains still . Do you have eny idea how to solve this problem?
Hi Susan, I hope you can help, I am trying to find 4ply wool on a cone for my knitting machine. I am in Melbourne and cannot find any here. Thanks for the tutorials so easy to follow.
I was using the colours to test the machine after I serviced it. Not my favourite colours however it's always good to experiment and knit something unique :)
I have been knitting on this machine as well as newer ones, up to the Electronic model 580 for round about 40 years. I actually started on the PB8 (bush button machine). I have never seen these colourful punch cards. My punch cards are all white. Where did you get those punch cards?
Hello again, When you finished your work you just slid the carriage across. How do you cast off to stop the work unravelling? Another question, I see the work is starting to "tube". Is there any way to stop SS from rolling up into a tube? It's most annoying. Thank for your video. Regards, JennyB.
I hope you can help with this question - I have the Singer model 700 which is very similar to the one you demonstrate in this video. I have checked the control settings in the manual so many times I can't count, but for the life of me I can't get the machine/needles to pick up the second color yarn for Fair Isle. I've done everything as you have, making sure I'm using the slot in the yarn feed for the 2nd color of yarn. Our carriages look very similar - you make it look so easy! I have absolutely no idea why it's not working. If you have ideas, I would love to hear them! I cannot find any videos that discuss this particular issue. Plenty about loops and missed stitches, but none about why the yarn isn't being picked up. I'd actually be happy for loops at this point! :)
I have the Singer 700 and will do a quick video and upload this evening after work. Have you oiled your carriage so all the little flippers underneath move easily? Do all the dials on top of your carriage move easily? If you are subscribed to mt channel you should get notified when I upload the video.
@@susanglaus4312 Thank you and Greetings from the mid-western United States!! I'm subscribed now....love your videos! I am new to machine knitting with real (not plastic) machines and am making good use of all the videos on TH-cam- I had used a spray lubricant called LPS1 that helps unstick old oil (cleaning it) and lubricating it at the same time and as far as I knew the carriage was operating properly. The dials were hard to turn before I did that, then much better after. I cleaned/lubed all the moving parts underneath and they appeared to be moving properly. However, it is possible that something was still sticking/not operating correctly that I do not know about since I'm not familiar with all the workings, so I dismantled it (removed plastic pieces only) and am soaking the carriage in "Marvel Mystery Oil" to help clean out any old, solidified oil I can't see. I'm giving it a good soak of several days, then after I will clean it thoroughly and try again. This is an old machine that belonged to my mother-in-law, barely used if at all and sat for probably 40 years. I've given it so much cleaning, even filing rust off all the needles! If you'd like to do a more detailed video on the operations of that particular machine in Fair Isle I would love it! I inherited the ribber for that machine as well....so much to learn.
@@susanglaus4312 Good News! After a good soak and cleaning, my carriage is now operating properly and can knit Fair Isle! Apparently the problem, unbeknownst to me, was not the 2nd yarn but the carriage parts not engaging properly when I switched it to the Fair Isle setting. It works now! However, if you'd like to do any videos with the Singer 700, I for one would love to learn anything you'd like to share! Especially interested in using the ribber with it to knit a large panel and also how to knit a circle. Thank you so much for your videos!
Hi Susan I have a Empisal NG200... Haven't a clue how to work it, with 7 grandchildren would love to learn. Pl Please advise where or how you could possibly help.
Yes, that would be the reason why the stitches drop. In the manual it explains the reason why you pull 1 stitch forward for each row. It gives you a finished edged.
@@susanglaus4312 Thank you for your reply! That's great to hear. I just purchased a vintage machine that has barely been used. I can't wait to try it and I will be watching all of your videos. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge.
Hi there love your video! I'm new to using a machine as I can't crochet by hand anymore due to severe carpol tunnel and I have a question the model I use is a Toyota ks 901 would this tutorial still apply to mine silly question I know but I'm new to this haha
Hi Suzan, I am in Melbourne I bought Singer 321 about 3 years ago and I can not make it work ,the yarn is getting winded around the brush every few rows on left side and or the right side I change the brushes but is still the same so I jus put it away it frustrates me that I can’t figure out what is the problem.
It's because you are using different colour yarns and 1 yarn might end before the knitted edge and when you pull the needle forward it will catch/knit the yarn to give it a neat edge.
Hi Susan, I also have the singer memomatic 322. I am looking for more tutorials and information on the machine. are you planning on making any more? thanks, Sam
I am making videos on what people are wanting to see. There are so many TH-cam videos out there, I don't want to duplicate what others have already done unless I have found an easier way of doing something.
Great video! I have been cleaning up a 321. It is a great, sturdy machine. I have been successful getting it to tuck and slip, but whenever I try fairisle, the main color does not knit off properly. The colors don’t switch on the main side of the fabric. If I look at the needles while knitting, some needles have two stitches on them instead of the single stitch they should have. I am going to try again with your video, but I think I have done everything just as you have. I have also cleaned the carriage and made sure the flippers are moving like they should and installed new spongebars. In addition, I have cleaned old fiber out of the bed of the machine and from the “towers” on the carriage. I would be thrilled if you had some advice. I am mostly familiar with Brother machines, so I am hoping that I have just missed something stupid.
Hi Laura, Sorry for not getting back to you sooner, it's been a hectic week. The only thing I can think of with 2 stitches on the same needle is that you need extra weight on your knitting? Are all the levers on the side and front of the carriage in the correct positions? The "towers" you mentioned, are the drums and they help with patterning. With the carriage off the bed, do the drums spin freely/easily? Let me know if you managed to sort the issue out. Happy knitting :)
thank you so much for this video! I have a Studio Model 322, which looks EXACTLY like this machine.. I'm assuming they are the same, just singer vs studio. on my carriage, one of the big dials on the back (unsure of its name) but its not spinning freely. I'm told they both should turn quite easily. I can't find anything jamming it. Any idea how to get it moving? I'd love to get this machine operational. thanks!!
This video was very clear. I’m very interested in getting a machine, but I’m not sure how to even go about choosing. I’ve been knitting, and crocheting by hand, but would love to figure out which machine to get. Any advice on how I should go about deciding on one?
1. Decide on what you would like to knit with the machine 2. What's your budget 3. Join a machine knitting Facebook Group and ask them for advice as there are so many different types of machines. 4. Push buttons, punch card and electronic machines are available and up to you as to how easy/difficult the machine can be to learn. 5. Do you want to knit lace? Summer lace tops. Not all machines come with lace carriages. 6. Some machine brands come with lots of accessories 7. Choice between plastic or metal bed. I prefer metal bed as it's stronger 8. Size of knitting stitch. You get fine, standard and chunky knitting machines. Start with a standard 4.5mm as there are many available. 9. New or second hand. There are some new plastic beds on the market however people have not been that happy with them. Purchase a steel bed one and preferably one that's been serviced so you can knit straight away. Pricing ranges from Free, as the machines need to be stripped down, cleaned up and oiled. Singer or Brother punch card machines, depending on the model can sell from $100 depending if all the accessories are with the machine. Most knitting machine manuals are now available free online. I hope this helps you :)
This has helped me also and thanks for the video. Which machine would you recommend for a beginner and learner. Am planning to do knitting as a self employment.
Hi this video is so helpful. I’ve been able to get the knitting empisal 323 that I inherited from my aunt working. It’s missing the motif plates, cams and yarn separators does that mean I can’t to motifs? Thank you
Those items are used with motifs however you could still knit using the punch card, it just means to will have lots of the same picture all over your garment. I am in the process of loading files for people to download and 3d print knitting machine parts. Therefore if you haven't got these parts and have a 3d printer available. (We have 3d printers at our local public library.) You would be able to download and print the parts you need or alternatively purchase off Ebay. The site I have been uploading 3d printable files to is called Thingiverse. My username is SuziePerth. Best is to subscribe there and everytime I upload a knitting machine part for 3d printing you will be notified. Hope this helps?
@@susanglaus4312 thank you so much for replying, your answer is so helpful and fantastic news about your site. 3D printing sounds like a great idea I will check the site out. Thanks again very much appreciated
i have just been given this machine ,it looks great but the wheels on the under carriage are preventing the carriage from sliding across ,they are not moving so guessing they might just need cleaning im assuming it needs cleaning ,how do i access the wheels please help me , xx
There are some very good TH-cam videos that show you how to strip the carriage and clean it. It's not too difficult to do. It's always best to take photos as you strip the carriage down. Keep a small container nearby for screws that you take off. Each carriage is slightly different when taking apart. The wheels need to spin freely. Yarn often gets wrapped around the wheels causing them to become hard to move. Perhaps the carriage may never have been stripped and cleaned before. Please watch "servicing the patterning drums on Studio/Singer/Silver Reed' by answerladyknits
Hello Susan, I just got one of this vintage machine and was able to cast on and the do the beginning when I realized I don’t have punch cards. Where do I find them ? It seems that all are digital …lol…I’m so lost. How do I do this ? “ please help me “ ? Thank you kindly ~ Patricia
Whereabouts are you in the world? You can purchase a set of 20 cards from China for around AUD$25 or if you have an electronic craft cutter you can cut your own. I use a Brother scan and cut machine, but you can use a Silhoutte or Cricut machine. There is info on TH-cam how to do that and a Facebook group I have uploaded files you use with your cutting machine. Website AliExpress. Check it out! AU$25.66 35%OFF | Punch Cards Practical Soft Durable Double Sided Printing Knitting Machine Pattern Card a.aliexpress.com/_mqVdOmC
@@susanglaus4312 Thank you so very much !!! This is great start for me. I live in US. How about sizes cards. Do you know what size blank cards I buy it for my machine ? My daughter in law has a circuit maybe she can donut for me :)
I’m following this video, but the first row - my machine is not doing anything! It’s not catching the yarn! I wished you explained the whole setting on the carriage
You need to make sure you have pushed the yarn all the way in and the end of the yarn underneath the machine, push towards the back of the machine and then try knit from left to right. If sounds like you haven't push the yarn into the carriage properly
Sorry for not replying sooner. You can purchase the punch cards online or you can make your own. Search the web for making your own knitting machine punch cards
Please do lots more! I’ve seen a few tutorials on the silver reed on youtube but none have been as easy and straightforward to understand as yours. I gave up and put my machine away but after seeing this tutorial, i’m excited to take it out and try again. Would be great if you could show how to knit sock/jumpers etc and the different stitch functions on the dial.
I believe in making things easy. There are so many ways of doing things but I'll try make it as simple as possible. I will do some more in the coming weeks.
@@susanglaus4312 sınterman örgü makinası kullanım videosu çekermisiniz lütfen elimde bu makina var ama bilgim yok
Hi. Sorry for disturbing. Please how much could this machine cost?
@@susanglaus4312 hola susan tengo una maquina silver sk326 que es igualita a esta tu maquina quiero saber para que sirve las otras teclas o botones que tienen reloj al lado derecho
My knitting machine has been in storage since my son was born over 30 years ago. Now he has become a dad so just got it back . You make it seem so easy. Thank you
This is the 9th 0r 10th time I watch this video and always find it so informative!!!!!! Kudos to this Lady, she is wonderful explaining!!!! God bless you!!!!!
I am glad you found it easy as it actually is quite easy. You just need to join an online group and keep asking questions to make machine knitting enjoyable. There is just so much you can do with the machine. Summer tops, pants, suites, dresses, skirts. :)
I got a better understanding watching you run that machine up and down up and down while the sweater was coming out thank you for that you didn't go into too many details to many
Thanks so much for this! I inherited a model very close to this one and I couldn't imagine how the punch card worked. I'm blown away!!! Can't wait to get the machine re-habilitated and give it a try!
Excellent! About 35 years ago I bought a knitting machine similar to yours, and I have forgotten how to use it. Thank you for the tutorial!
It's a pleasure. Just make sure you have a good apongebar and oil your carriage regularily
Bought an old empisal knitmaster and thanks to your very clear demonstration I can get started !!!
The best how to knit so far - and I have watched quite a few!
Thanks. I find people can overcomplicate things. I am starting to learn how to use a Passap / Pffaf and again, people have all said how difficult they are to learn compared to any other machine. Once I get the hang of that one, I hope to do simple instructions too so that people aren't so frightened to use them :)
So happy I came across your channel today,have a knitting machine it’s a singer have not use it in years I mean years! Enjoy watching your videos as I have forgotten some things, you have encouraged me to get it out and set it up again! Have Subscribed to your channel will watch more of your thank you so much for sharing appreciate Liz 😊🇨🇦
Thank you Mama you've made me love knitting the more. You're the best coz your lecture was very clear 👍
Thank you so much- you explain very well -your teaching is easy to follow & understand compared to other machine knitting tutorials here on youtube.
I am so glad I found your video Susan! ..... It has helped immensely as I am a beginner and need to learn lots! I look forward to receiving the combs, thank you Lesley
Glad it was helpful!
How to start
I love your video here. I want to learn how to use a knitting machine well before buying one. Thank you.
I enjoyed rewatching your tutorial as I set up my knitting machine. Thank you for very clear instructions and wish you lived in Michigan, USA.
Finally i got punch cards to work. Thank you so much! I was given so much advise and it never worked.
It's a pleasure, it's quite easy when you know how :) Just keep practicing
Thank you, I am learning how to use this machine.
Such a good teacher. I have learnt a lot already and looking forward for more knowledge🙏
You were so calm with the tutoring..... Thank you
That is so cool!. I spent much more time making a Fair Isle hat and now working on an Intarsia sweater by hand. Needless to say, with a couple of knitting problems that need to be solved. After seeing your video, I will have to save up for a knitting machine! Thnkd you.
I've just been gifted this machine, so this video has been VERY helpful thank you so much Caz
It's a pleasure. I hope it helps get you started alot quicker.
Thank you!!!!!! This was so helpful. I have a different machine but your video and your definitions of what things are we're so helpful
Have you managed to knit something with your other machine yet?
@@susanglaus4312 Ive made some panels of knitted fabric but its very uncontrolled as far as me being able to plan what I want to do and then produce it. also still dont like the cast on and cast off look of the panels :(
Hi, I have just found your video. Great, thank you for it. I am just getting out my machines, and frankly haven't used them for a while, but want to start again. As I had forgotten most of how to do it, your video is just what I needed to start me off again. Many thanks again, lovely video
Glad you found the video helpful. Sometimes using the book can be a bit confusing. Dont forget to give your carriage a bit of oil and check that your sponge bar is okay.
Well done. Looking forward to any other videos you will make. Would also like to see a “maintenance on machine for beginners”. Much appreciated 😊
I was planning on doing a maintenance video as I have a number of machines I need to strip and clean. I'll look at doing something in the next couple of weeks.
Love your videos and thank you for sharing your experience for all of us
Absolutely love this video. very informative and your explanation is perfect. I hope to learn more from you.
Thank you
thank you so much for this!! I managed to do my first intarsia with punch card and it turned out rubbish but I will improve!
I just got asinger memomatic 329. Setting up. Thanks for showing how
Very informative video -Thank very much
So helpful was gifted this machine and the book is missing parts of pages etc! I want to make scads of sweaters!!!
Great video. Thanks so much for sharing your knowledge! It doesn't seem as daunting now. 😊
So cool! Now I have one more machine to my wish list! Great tutorial
Once you get 1 you may find you need more ;) Different Brands and models of machines have their specialities
This is so informative, been battling with my Empisal.
I've done a Brother Knitting machine Basic cast on TH-cam video which may be relevant for your Empisal machine. They use different carriage terminology.
I would love to see some of your finished work. Thank you so much.
I Hope you will do more videos❤❤❤❤❤…thank you so much
Thanks for the demonstration. I have several Studio knitting machines (bulky, standard, midgauge) and ribbers, so it's good to see them in action, since most people are using Brother machines, it seems. Good demonstration.
Thanks Jon. When I first started machine knitting about 7 years ago, I battled so much with trying to learn how to cast on. It took ages and a lot of frustration to get it right. I have been criticized for using a Brother cast on comb for a Singer machine however the Singer Cast on method it not the easiest method I've found. I wanted to get people up and running as quickly as possible, to be able to enjoy machine knitting and to see how easy it can be to knit. I did this video mainly because I sold a knitting machine to someone in another city and it was so they could watch and follow at the same time. Since then I have repaired and sold a number of Singer punch card machines and have included a Brother Cast on comb with each machine and refer them to the TH-cam video to get started :)
@@susanglaus4312 You're very welcome. I purchased all of my used machines online (except for the LK 150, the plastic bed, manual midgauge) and was very lucky that all were complete and worked with just minor tweaking. I also added the Brother, standard gauge, cast on comb, since it looked like a very useful tool. It sure is. Keep up the good work and the demos, as they are much appreciated.
Grazie!!!!!!!!!! From Firenze Italy! Marzia
It's a pleasure
Best teacher
Thank you so much for the video !!!! Help me a lot .
I'm glad you found it helpful. Happy knitting!
U are a great job I like your video
Buenos dias. Gracias por compartir sus conocimientos. Tengo la misma máquina. Ojala pueda realizar tutoriales para el manejo de los patrones. E buscado y no hay. Es util conocer el funcionamiento muchas gracias.. Estaré pendiente de su canal. Saludos desde Colombia 🇨🇴.
What a great video; thank you..
Thank you. I'm glad it has helped and hope it makes knitting on the machine easier
This is wonderful
Thank you
Hello. This is a very nice video. I live in greece and I have o singer 322. I think that is just that same with yours. I don't know how to use it. Τhe part that is supposed to move remains still . Do you have eny idea how to solve this problem?
This is awesome, thank you very much.
That's beautiful! I really want one of these now. I think I don't have the patience for hand knitting large pieces.
once you get into machine knitting, you'll never look back
Hi Susan, I hope you can help, I am trying to find 4ply wool on a cone for my knitting machine. I am in Melbourne and cannot find any here. Thanks for the tutorials so easy to follow.
Wow!
Thank you ma'am
Beautiful. Wasn't sure about the colours, but it turn out very nice!
I was using the colours to test the machine after I serviced it. Not my favourite colours however it's always good to experiment and knit something unique :)
I have been knitting on this machine as well as newer ones, up to the Electronic model 580 for round about 40 years. I actually started on the PB8 (bush button machine). I have never seen these colourful punch cards. My punch cards are all white. Where did you get those punch cards?
Hello again, When you finished your work you just slid the carriage across. How do you cast off to stop the work unravelling? Another question, I see the work is starting to "tube". Is there any way to stop SS from rolling up into a tube? It's most annoying. Thank for your video. Regards, JennyB.
I hope you can help with this question - I have the Singer model 700 which is very similar to the one you demonstrate in this video. I have checked the control settings in the manual so many times I can't count, but for the life of me I can't get the machine/needles to pick up the second color yarn for Fair Isle. I've done everything as you have, making sure I'm using the slot in the yarn feed for the 2nd color of yarn. Our carriages look very similar - you make it look so easy! I have absolutely no idea why it's not working. If you have ideas, I would love to hear them! I cannot find any videos that discuss this particular issue. Plenty about loops and missed stitches, but none about why the yarn isn't being picked up. I'd actually be happy for loops at this point! :)
I have the Singer 700 and will do a quick video and upload this evening after work. Have you oiled your carriage so all the little flippers underneath move easily? Do all the dials on top of your carriage move easily? If you are subscribed to mt channel you should get notified when I upload the video.
@@susanglaus4312 Thank you and Greetings from the mid-western United States!! I'm subscribed now....love your videos! I am new to machine knitting with real (not plastic) machines and am making good use of all the videos on TH-cam- I had used a spray lubricant called LPS1 that helps unstick old oil (cleaning it) and lubricating it at the same time and as far as I knew the carriage was operating properly. The dials were hard to turn before I did that, then much better after. I cleaned/lubed all the moving parts underneath and they appeared to be moving properly. However, it is possible that something was still sticking/not operating correctly that I do not know about since I'm not familiar with all the workings, so I dismantled it (removed plastic pieces only) and am soaking the carriage in "Marvel Mystery Oil" to help clean out any old, solidified oil I can't see. I'm giving it a good soak of several days, then after I will clean it thoroughly and try again. This is an old machine that belonged to my mother-in-law, barely used if at all and sat for probably 40 years. I've given it so much cleaning, even filing rust off all the needles! If you'd like to do a more detailed video on the operations of that particular machine in Fair Isle I would love it! I inherited the ribber for that machine as well....so much to learn.
@@susanglaus4312 Good News! After a good soak and cleaning, my carriage is now operating properly and can knit Fair Isle! Apparently the problem, unbeknownst to me, was not the 2nd yarn but the carriage parts not engaging properly when I switched it to the Fair Isle setting. It works now! However, if you'd like to do any videos with the Singer 700, I for one would love to learn anything you'd like to share! Especially interested in using the ribber with it to knit a large panel and also how to knit a circle. Thank you so much for your videos!
Hi Susan I have a Empisal NG200... Haven't a clue how to work it, with 7 grandchildren would love to learn. Pl
Please advise where or how you could possibly help.
Can u make more videos in this machine. Thanks
Can U make a tutorial on how to use lace on this machine?
My edges alway get dropped. Pulling the first needle forward each row will probably solve my problem. Mahalo🏝
Yes, that would be the reason why the stitches drop. In the manual it explains the reason why you pull 1 stitch forward for each row. It gives you a finished edged.
Thanks a lot, I got an empisal knitting machine,Igot it second hand but it didn't come with d cards, where can I get them?
Thank you!
Amazing thank you. Can you knit 8mm needle patterns on the machine?
Yes you can. There is a hand knitting to machine knitting guide on how to do that which I may have shared to the machine knitting Facebook groups
@@susanglaus4312 Thank you for your reply! That's great to hear. I just purchased a vintage machine that has barely been used. I can't wait to try it and I will be watching all of your videos. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge.
Hi there love your video! I'm new to using a machine as I can't crochet by hand anymore due to severe carpol tunnel and I have a question the model I use is a Toyota ks 901 would this tutorial still apply to mine silly question I know but I'm new to this haha
Hi Suzan, I am in Melbourne I bought Singer 321 about 3 years ago and I can not make it work ,the yarn is getting winded around the brush every few rows on left side and or the right side I change the brushes but is still the same so I jus put it away it frustrates me that I can’t figure out what is the problem.
I am new to machine knitting and I just got the Taitexma Model TH-860/868 knitting machine. Can you please tell me what type of yarn I can use?
Do you have a video that shows knitting a name on a cuff of a Christmas stocking ?
Can you show how to knit a polo collar on the machine with the ribber, this will help to be able to make a polo shirt for menswear.
I think you can show off what you can do when you do not let the card rotate. I know it does vertical striping. When you do this it is awesome.
Great video. Thanks. Why do you pull forward the first needle in each row when punchcard knitting? Is this just a Singer machine requirement?
It's because you are using different colour yarns and 1 yarn might end before the knitted edge and when you pull the needle forward it will catch/knit the yarn to give it a neat edge.
Hello, can you teach the texture of a single flower by machine?🙏🌹
Hi Susan, I also have the singer memomatic 322. I am looking for more tutorials and information on the machine. are you planning on making any more? thanks, Sam
I am making videos on what people are wanting to see. There are so many TH-cam videos out there, I don't want to duplicate what others have already done unless I have found an easier way of doing something.
Will the punch cards from a brother machine work on the studio?
Hello I am wondering what book that is with the patterns? Just in case if my machine does not come with it being, I am getting it from somebody else.
Great video! I have been cleaning up a 321. It is a great, sturdy machine. I have been successful getting it to tuck and slip, but whenever I try fairisle, the main color does not knit off properly. The colors don’t switch on the main side of the fabric. If I look at the needles while knitting, some needles have two stitches on them instead of the single stitch they should have. I am going to try again with your video, but I think I have done everything just as you have. I have also cleaned the carriage and made sure the flippers are moving like they should and installed new spongebars. In addition, I have cleaned old fiber out of the bed of the machine and from the “towers” on the carriage. I would be thrilled if you had some advice. I am mostly familiar with Brother machines, so I am hoping that I have just missed something stupid.
Hi Laura, Sorry for not getting back to you sooner, it's been a hectic week. The only thing I can think of with 2 stitches on the same needle is that you need extra weight on your knitting? Are all the levers on the side and front of the carriage in the correct positions? The "towers" you mentioned, are the drums and they help with patterning. With the carriage off the bed, do the drums spin freely/easily? Let me know if you managed to sort the issue out. Happy knitting :)
Por favor paque sirve el rollo negro del costado derecho de la maquina
Thank you so much!
It's a pleasure, it shows that using the knitting machine may look daunting however it's quite easy.
I have empisal 323 but it needs some parts and some accessories are missing . Where can i find parts for that particular machine ?
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thank you so much for this video! I have a Studio Model 322, which looks EXACTLY like this machine.. I'm assuming they are the same, just singer vs studio. on my carriage, one of the big dials on the back (unsure of its name) but its not spinning freely. I'm told they both should turn quite easily. I can't find anything jamming it. Any idea how to get it moving? I'd love to get this machine operational. thanks!!
How have you gone with machine knitting know? Make sure you keep oiling the carriage and bed
This video was very clear. I’m very interested in getting a machine, but I’m not sure how to even go about choosing. I’ve been knitting, and crocheting by hand, but would love to figure out which machine to get. Any advice on how I should go about deciding on one?
1. Decide on what you would like to knit with the machine
2. What's your budget
3. Join a machine knitting Facebook Group and ask them for advice as there are so many different types of machines.
4. Push buttons, punch card and electronic machines are available and up to you as to how easy/difficult the machine can be to learn.
5. Do you want to knit lace? Summer lace tops. Not all machines come with lace carriages.
6. Some machine brands come with lots of accessories
7. Choice between plastic or metal bed. I prefer metal bed as it's stronger
8. Size of knitting stitch. You get fine, standard and chunky knitting machines. Start with a standard 4.5mm as there are many available.
9. New or second hand. There are some new plastic beds on the market however people have not been that happy with them. Purchase a steel bed one and preferably one that's been serviced so you can knit straight away.
Pricing ranges from Free, as the machines need to be stripped down, cleaned up and oiled. Singer or Brother punch card machines, depending on the model can sell from $100 depending if all the accessories are with the machine. Most knitting machine manuals are now available free online.
I hope this helps you :)
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This has helped me also and thanks for the video. Which machine would you recommend for a beginner and learner. Am planning to do knitting as a self employment.
Hi this video is so helpful. I’ve been able to get the knitting empisal 323 that I inherited from my aunt working. It’s missing the motif plates, cams and yarn separators does that mean I can’t to motifs? Thank you
Those items are used with motifs however you could still knit using the punch card, it just means to will have lots of the same picture all over your garment. I am in the process of loading files for people to download and 3d print knitting machine parts. Therefore if you haven't got these parts and have a 3d printer available. (We have 3d printers at our local public library.) You would be able to download and print the parts you need or alternatively purchase off Ebay. The site I have been uploading 3d printable files to is called Thingiverse. My username is SuziePerth. Best is to subscribe there and everytime I upload a knitting machine part for 3d printing you will be notified. Hope this helps?
@@susanglaus4312 thank you so much for replying, your answer is so helpful and fantastic news about your site. 3D printing sounds like a great idea I will check the site out. Thanks again very much appreciated
i have just been given this machine ,it looks great but the wheels on the under carriage are preventing the carriage from sliding across ,they are not moving so guessing they might just need cleaning im assuming it needs cleaning ,how do i access the wheels please help me , xx
There are some very good TH-cam videos that show you how to strip the carriage and clean it. It's not too difficult to do. It's always best to take photos as you strip the carriage down. Keep a small container nearby for screws that you take off. Each carriage is slightly different when taking apart. The wheels need to spin freely. Yarn often gets wrapped around the wheels causing them to become hard to move. Perhaps the carriage may never have been stripped and cleaned before. Please watch "servicing the patterning drums on Studio/Singer/Silver Reed' by answerladyknits
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Hello Susan, I just got one of this vintage machine and was able to cast on and the do the beginning when I realized I don’t have punch cards. Where do I find them ? It seems that all are digital …lol…I’m so lost. How do I do this ? “ please help me “ ? Thank you kindly ~ Patricia
Whereabouts are you in the world? You can purchase a set of 20 cards from China for around AUD$25 or if you have an electronic craft cutter you can cut your own. I use a Brother scan and cut machine, but you can use a Silhoutte or Cricut machine. There is info on TH-cam how to do that and a Facebook group I have uploaded files you use with your cutting machine. Website AliExpress. Check it out! AU$25.66 35%OFF | Punch Cards Practical Soft Durable Double Sided Printing Knitting Machine Pattern Card
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@@susanglaus4312 Thank you so very much !!! This is great start for me. I live in US. How about sizes cards. Do you know what size blank cards I buy it for my machine ? My daughter in law has a circuit maybe she can donut for me :)
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I want to bought the machine. where from I bought the machine.what's the price .
Dear susan - is the cast on comb required or does it just make thing neater?
It's not required. It is not a neat cast on compared to other methods of cast on. It's a quick cast on method :)
Hi you made good things ,how can I get this machine I need to buy it
Thank you. I need to sell my mother s machine.
Please how much can this machine cost. Would love to get one
I have interested to buy where ?…
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hi mam I interested in this machine where can I get the machine
Please do a video for lace punch card. Thanks
I see what I can do :)
Just amazing
Now I'm crzzy for buy one
But where can i buy this
Is this able in india?
There should be machines available in India.
To buy, you can visit TheJapaneseMachines on the etsy website.
I’m following this video, but the first row - my machine is not doing anything! It’s not catching the yarn! I wished you explained the whole setting on the carriage
You need to make sure you have pushed the yarn all the way in and the end of the yarn underneath the machine, push towards the back of the machine and then try knit from left to right. If sounds like you haven't push the yarn into the carriage properly
What's the name of that machine madama suzan
One of these machines showed up in my way. Can you tell me how to get the punch cards? BTW, your directions could not be more clear. Thanks.
Sorry for not replying sooner. You can purchase the punch cards online or you can make your own. Search the web for making your own knitting machine punch cards