also: knitting nancy, knitting machine, German: Strickmühle
also see: circular sock knitting machine
These machines are amazingly easy to use. I bought myself a barbie Knitting machine via Amazon UK because it was cheaper than the more professional looking ones. It works fine for the circular knit but is very messy at the edges when it comes to trying to knit a flat piece. The machine was used to knit a tube and include patches of conductive thread to create the knit contact switch. The machines come with different numbers of needles which influences the size/diameter of the finished tube.
The following Instructable explains how to use circular and spool knitting machines to knit stretch sensors:
>> http://www.instructables.com/id/Circular-Knit-Stretch-Sensor/
Video demonstration of both wide (circular knitting machine) and narrow (spool knitter) stretch sensors
Video on how to use the Play Go Knit Knit circular knitting machine to knit a stretch sensor.
Video on using the Singer Spool Knitter to knit a stretch sensor.
Lovely summary on the THE LOST ART OF KNITTING NANCYS by Wayne Schmidt:
>> http://www.waynesthisandthat.com/knittingnancys.html
Lovely video of mycraftroom’s circular knitting machine collection:
>> http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Htfy5-Tcdg
Barbie Knitting Machines
20 needles
The 1970s Barbie Knitting Machine looked like this.
Review >> http://www.knitgrrl.com/?p=306
Mattel Knitting Machine
16 needles
Mattel, manufacturer >> http://www.mattel.com
Instructions >> http://www.knitting-and.com/barbie-knitter/index.html
Singer Knitting and Spool Knitting Machines
20 needles
HSN >> http://crafts-sewing.hsn.com/singer-knitting-machine_p-3527483_xp.aspx?web_id=3527483&ocm=sekw (USA)
JoAnn >> http://www.joann.com/joann/catalog.jsp?CATID=cat3155&PRODID=prd41005 (USA)
Addi Express Strickmühle Professional
40, 20 needles
How to use video >> http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Htfy5-Tcdg
Skacel, manufacturer >> http://www.skacelknitting.com/s.nl/sc.2/category.27844/.f
Paradise Fibers >> http://www.paradisefibers.net/Addi-Express-Knitting-Machine-p/4097.htm
Amazon DE >> http://www.amazon.de/Addi-Express-Strickm%C3%BChle-Professional/dp/B000XT3OPG
PRYM 624170 Strickmühle MAXI
44 needles
Prym, manufacturer >> http://www.prym-consumer.com/prym/proc/docs/produktdb_de.html?article=624170&nav=0H09000XD
Amazon DE >> http://www.amazon.de/PRYM-624170-Strickm%C3%BChle-MAXI/dp/B000VKFJ32/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&s=garden&qid=1245759008&sr=8-4
NSI International Innovations Knitting Machine
42 needles
Amazon USA >> http://www.amazon.com/NSI-International-Innovations-Knitting-Machine/dp/B000MAJQXA
GR8 Fashion Knitting Machine
24 needles
Amazon UK >> http://www.amazon.co.uk/Character-Options-07525-Knitting-Machine/dp/B0001RFCI2/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=kids&qid=1245774766&sr=1-1
UK >> http://www.comparestoreprices.co.uk/creative-toys/character-options-gr8-fashion-knitting-machine.asp
Knit Magic, Tricot Magique
MGA Bratz Fashion Designer Knitting Machine
My Giant Knit Knit
Amazon DE >> http://www.amazon.de/Idee-Spiel-635-03042-Gro%C3%9Fes/dp/B000I1TI04/ref=sr_1_10?ie=UTF8&s=toys&qid=1245759008&sr=8-10
Play Go Knit Knit
Wire Mesh Knitter
Prym Strickmühle
Singer Spool Knitter
For sale on Amazon
>> http://www.amazon.co.uk/s/ref=nb_ss_w_h_?url=search-alias%3Dtoys&field-keywords=knitting+machine&x=18&y=13 (UK)
>> http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_ss_w_h_?url=search-alias%3Dtoys&field-keywords=knitting+machine&x=18&y=13 (USA)
>> http://www.amazon.de/s/ref=nb_ss_k?__mk_de_DE=%C5M%C5Z%D5%D1&url=search-alias%3Dkitchen&field-keywords=Strickm%FChle&x=0&y=0 (DE)
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FYI the PRYM company won’t ship to Canada, but you can find that machine (cheaper) on ebay.de and they will deliver anywhere – you just may need google translation to navigate the purchase since it’s in German. I’m trying that one since it has 44 needles. The Addi machine I found was $200 for the 20 needle version, and the PRYM is about half that including shipping.
I found one source for the Prym in Canada at Mary Maxim’s in Ontario. $73 plus tax and postage of course! I’m still looking as winter is going to be a long one this year I’m guessing!
Right now I’m looking for a Prym knitting needle stockist around my town to see if they might order one for me along with their regular stock.
QUANZHOU LUOJIANG HONGSHUO MACHINERY CO.,LTD.,established in 1996,specializes in designing and producing all kinds of REL-TEX brand circular knitting machine and its accessories in China. We produce more than 800 sets of various of circular knitting machines per annum. Our main product includes high speed 4 track single jersey, double jersey interlock, double jersey rib, three thread fleece jersey, single & double terry knitting, single & double computerized jacquard, pattern wheel jacquard, pattern wheel rib mesh jacquard, single jersey open width, small circular knitting machines etc.
I received my 44 needle PRYM and love it. It’s the perfect size for hats and everything is working great after a dozen or more projects. I see that the International Innovations machines are now on Ebay.com for a lot cheaper than they were before and that looks pretty much the same as the PRYM.
I’d love to hear if anyone has tried the Addi. There’s a 22 needle one on Ebay.de for the equivalent of $120 Canadian. The Singer version is only $40 on Amazon and I keep wondering what makes the Addi worth the extra bucks. I know it has a row counter but is there more to it?
Hi. I leed to know how to buy a NSI International Innovations Knitting Machine on México, or USA. I leed phones numere, shows, or other information, can you help me?. Thanks
So many different circular knitting machines. I had no idea!
Ruddington Framework Knitters’ Museum shows the working and living conditions of framework Knitters in Victorian times. We also have a Griswold workshop with a number of circular knitting machines. Our school visits love this room as they all go home with their own knitted scarf (raw edges of course).
Visit the website and let us know what you think. Better still, come and see us.
thank you for the above comment.
here is a link to the Ruddington Framework Knitters’ Museum, which is in Nottingham, UK:
>> http://www.rfkm.org/aboutus.html
A fantastic summary of circular knitting machines.
Thank you!
HI There, I couldn’t find a contact so I am writing here.
Interesting site.
Could I suggest you look on Bond-America.com for further info for knitting machines/ looms etc.
there they also have a couple of different knitters…. WYR/ Embellishment knitter/ and pocket knitter/ cool corder etc.
there are also some other needle threaders that you can see around.
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kindely, send offer offer of My Giant Knit Knit .
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This site has some reviews of knitting machines. Based in the USA.
http://www.waynesthisandthat.com/knittingnancys.html
can i use this machine for copper wire
Can someone please tell me the best machine to knit
the tube of socks. I know they can’t do the foot. I
want to use stretchy sock yarn. Thanks
knitknit
dear sir,
how to order this machine and what is the price i am from india punjab
I want to place an order for NSI International Innovations Knitting Machine
42 needles. I am from singapore. I want to know the price of the machine, shipping charges, time taking for delivery and any other charges?
Thanks
Dear sir
Please , I would like to know about the knitting machine 24 needles,
Price , Shipping ,Lead Time , I am Location Thailand
Regards,
I am interested in the machine Singer Spool knitter to knit a stretch
sensor to make hats and scarf, price, shipping, delivery time. I am in NS
Canada.
Regards,
iam interested in the machine for making hats .types .price .shipping and delivery time .iam working in knitting technology .sudan univercity .sudan.
Where can I get some free patterns or ideas for the circular knitting machine from Nkok singer? I bought one but have no idea what it is capable of making? Help!!!
Hi, I want to buy one PRYM 624170 Strickmuhle MAXI circular knitting machine.
Is this type of machines are available in INDIA?
I also want to buy Flat Hand Knitting Machine with similar plastic needles.
Can any one suggest the name of stores where it is available?
can i buy it because it’s easily to use it
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