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Learning to use a flat bed knitting machine

 
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This winter, I learned how to use my flatbed knitting machine to make a raglan sweater.  It went... interestingly.  



Here's a link to the video

 
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Hi R. I think I saw the video before you posted this here Indeed interesting. But I am happy I am (still) able to knit with needles ...
 
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Your video reminds me of a post I read before:
https://handmadebycarolyn.com.au/2022/04/handprinted-socks-and-hand-warmers.html
With your own yarns, dye, flat bed machine you'd be able to create all kinds of unique designs, like ikat but knitted. Maybe there's a market for it too.
 
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