tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7526470724880886986.post2180781965604276364..comments2024-03-10T04:17:48.560-05:00Comments on Diana natters on... about machine knitting: Ways to Improve Your Knitting - Learn About Yarn WeightsDiana L. Sullivan, CPAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11003928332594661070noreply@blogger.comBlogger12125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7526470724880886986.post-32552099482945480872015-01-26T11:05:48.498-06:002015-01-26T11:05:48.498-06:00It seems more and more people are using the Silver...It seems more and more people are using the Silver Reed machines. I have a Brother 930. Is there an advantage to getting a Silver Reed over the Brother other than that the Silver Reeds are still being manufactured?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7526470724880886986.post-39094570726730310882014-02-03T21:12:36.431-06:002014-02-03T21:12:36.431-06:00Because the needles are sized and in fixed positio...Because the needles are sized and in fixed positions, no one machine will knit all yarn weights.<br /><br />I love electronic machines. If I were forced to keep only one machine (oh! that would be a sacrifice!) I would keep a Brother electronic standard gauge machine. Diana L. Sullivan, CPAhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11003928332594661070noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7526470724880886986.post-48532014769900493252014-02-03T08:10:55.514-06:002014-02-03T08:10:55.514-06:00I am looking to invest in a knitting machine. I ha...I am looking to invest in a knitting machine. I have an ultimate sweater machine and it's gotten its use that's for sure. I'd like to purchase something that is versatile. I like to knit fine lace shawls and I love bulky, chunky blankets and sweaters. I'd also like something that is heavy duty, although I love my USM, it's plastic and I'm thinking metal will withstand some wear and tear. What machine could I use that is versatile enough to work with fine, lacy patterns as well as bulkier yarns? Do you feel that electronic machines are better? There's so much to choose from. I really like that the electronic ones have a pattern book that you can just punch into the machine. That's amazing to me and I was thinking of going that route. I use my USM to make gifts for everyone for birthdays and Chirstmas etc. but I'm thinking of selling, so I'd need to be able to produce finished products quicker. Any help is much appreciated.<br />Thank you,<br />RhiannonRhiannonSTRhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05570784667306945190noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7526470724880886986.post-53599915240477053652014-01-27T20:12:25.521-06:002014-01-27T20:12:25.521-06:00I hope you get this - it's always better to em...I hope you get this - it's always better to email me directly.<br /><br />Look in your ribber manual for photos. I think I have a photo in the 100 Ways book, too, but not on this blog, at least not now.Diana L. Sullivan, CPAhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11003928332594661070noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7526470724880886986.post-19994171970037842342014-01-27T07:28:39.183-06:002014-01-27T07:28:39.183-06:00Hello Diana, thank you so much for your videos and...Hello Diana, thank you so much for your videos and useful tips! I'm trying to refresh my memory after 25 years and I'm watching all your videos one after the other! <br />I know I saw it somewhere but can't find it right now - how do I place the fine knitting bar? <br />thanks so much!<br />DonatellaAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7526470724880886986.post-26697262818153958382013-03-28T14:48:20.699-05:002013-03-28T14:48:20.699-05:00I would not suggest trying to split worsted weight...I would not suggest trying to split worsted weight yarn. It won't work.<br /><br />You may be able to use it on every other needle, but you would have a far better experience (and easier on the machine) if you purchased significantly thinner yarn, fingering weight on a cone.Diana L. Sullivan, CPAhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11003928332594661070noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7526470724880886986.post-6162526740889848462013-03-27T18:10:11.029-05:002013-03-27T18:10:11.029-05:00Hello I currently have a very large stock of worst...Hello I currently have a very large stock of worsted weight (4) yarn. Is there anyway to separate the yarn so it isn't as thick?? I am in process of purchasing a silver reed SK280 4.5mm. I really need to use some of what I have before ordering new yarn. Any suggestions??Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7526470724880886986.post-65425921559380618022011-04-23T07:31:44.372-05:002011-04-23T07:31:44.372-05:00It will usually be Group 4. I have gotten some gr...It will usually be Group 4. I have gotten some group 5 yarn to work, but not usually.Diana L. Sullivan, CPAhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11003928332594661070noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7526470724880886986.post-7906651528507319682011-04-21T19:20:03.146-05:002011-04-21T19:20:03.146-05:00what group number do you use with keyplate 4what group number do you use with keyplate 4Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7526470724880886986.post-54364609421578160642011-04-21T16:25:52.088-05:002011-04-21T16:25:52.088-05:00Usually group 5 is too thick for the USM!Usually group 5 is too thick for the USM!Diana L. Sullivan, CPAhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11003928332594661070noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7526470724880886986.post-77733962193269497492011-04-21T04:49:15.041-05:002011-04-21T04:49:15.041-05:00would the group 5 yarn work on the ultimate sweate...would the group 5 yarn work on the ultimate sweater machine?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7526470724880886986.post-53571355017885792532011-04-07T23:20:52.778-05:002011-04-07T23:20:52.778-05:00THANK YOU! You promised you would and you did. B...THANK YOU! You promised you would and you did. Being new to machine knitting this really helps clear things up AND now I know I am not nuts!<br /><br />Can you explain for us un seasoned MK'ers what the coned yarn weights are in relation to the Yarn Council chart? What is a Yarn Council "1" equal to on coned yarns? Example: 2/10, 5/12 and etc.<br /><br />Thanks again!<br /><br />TomAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com