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- [Home](https://clearwaterknits.com/) - Patterns and Tutorials for Machine KnittersLet Your creativity soar! the only limit is your imagination. Can I really make garments that look hand-knitted with a knitting machine? Yes! And if you prefer the look of fine gauge knits, there are machines for that as well. Love lace? You can do it. This ladies' top
- [Stitch Scales for Silver Reed Knit Contours](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=220174) - Stitch Scales for Silver Reed Knit Contours These are PDF files and must be downloaded and printed in order to use them. KR6 Stitch Scale Set These are for both the stand-alone unit and the ones that are built in on the 300 series standard gauge Silver Reed/Singer/Studio/Empisal machines. Download the PDF. Print one page
- [Knitting Machine Lab](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=220256) - Draft a Round Yoke Sweater Class What Does This Class Include? We will draft round yoke pullover sweaters in this class, beginning with the percentage system that was used for hand knitting patterns. Then we will draft patterns that are adapted from raglans. These fit most people more comfortably, and will include short raglan seams
- [Drafting Knit Contour Patterns](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=219782) - Drafting Knit Contour Patterns How To Change A Pattern Diagram Into A Knit Contour Pattern Many machine knitting books, as well as hand knitting magazines now include an outline drawing of all pattern sections in the garment. This gives the person who uses the Knit Contour almost unlimited pattern selection, since once the Knit Contour
- [Double Thick Slippers Updated Version](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=217966) - Double Thick Slippers This is the updated version of the Double Thick Slippers pattern that has been on this website since 1997, and was originally published in my book, Knitting for Bazaars and gifts in 1988. The pattern has been updated to include a photo, and links to YouTube videos showing the construction and finishing.
- [Creating A Substitute Mylar For the KR10/KR11 Knit Contours](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=220188) - Creating A Substitute Mylar Sheet For the KR10/KR11 Knit Contours The KR10 and KR11 electronic Knit Contours have not been manufactured since approximately year 2000. The factory in Japan was destroyed then and went out of business in Japan. China, where Silver Reed machines are made now, did not make any new Knit Contour/Radar units,
- [Knit Contour Tutorial Index](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=219666) - Knit Contour Tutorial Index Determining Gauge Using Knit Contour Patterns KR6 and KR7 Knit Contours KR10 and KR11 Knit Contours Reading Knit Contour Patterns Drafting Original Patterns Creating a Substitute Mylar Sheet for KR10 and KR 11 Knit Contours Note: This tutorial was written in 1988. Silver Seiko, the parent company for the Studio, Singer
- [Miscellaneous](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=216943) - Miscellaneous Information This section contains the information we need to knit garments and accessories on our knitting machines. All of them are grouped together here, in one place, to make finding them easier. The size charts can also be used for hand knitting and crochet. Abbreviations and knitting stitch symbols are specifically for machine knitters.
- [Size charts](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=220147) - Size Charts Size charts for Ladies, Men and Children are snown below in both inches and centimeters. A PDF file containing all charts is also available by clicking the link. Download a PDF file of the size charts These are newer charts than the ones on the original Clearwater Knits website. They have been adapted
- [Abbreviations](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=220103) - Machine Knitting Abbreviations and Terms These abbreviations are found in many British and US knitting machine publications. Abbreviations and terms are not standard throughout the industry. Different brands use differing terms, and knitting books and magazines also use different terms to explain the same technique. This can be confusing, especially for the less experienced knitter.
- [Knitting Stitch Symbols](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=220127) - Knitting Stitch Symbols These are the most common knitting stitch symbols used in machine knitting today. They were used extensively in patterns for early home knitting machines, before punchcard models were available. All patterning was selected by hand then, and symbols were easier to read than written instructions. My earliest Silver Seiko book, for Singer/Studio/Knitmaster
- [Basic Cables](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=218812) - Basic Cables Cables are some of the most popular knitting stitches, suitable for all members of the family. They are formed by crossing and twisting stitches. They can be as simple as two or three stitches crossed over each other, to complicated all-over-patterned Aran sweaters. We will start with simple ones. Tips There are
- [Introduction to Pattern Knitting](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=218795) - Working With Stitch Patterns One of the most exciting experiences when learning to use a knitting machine is creating pattern stitches. Items such as hats or scarves, and even simple garments become designer quality when knitted in pattern. For best results, you should be comfortable using your knitting machine, and be able to cast on,
- [Basic Short Row Techniques](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=218783) - Basic Short Rows Short rowing, also called partial knitting, is frequently used to shape shoulders and necklines. This technique helps prevent the stair-step effect created by binding off groups of stitches, and makes a smooth edge for seaming or picking up stitches, a neckband, for instance. Short rows may be either decreases or increases. Decreases
- [Buttonholes Part 2](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=218754) - Buttonholes Part 2 These buttonholes are best on a band that is at least 1 1/2 inches wide, as they create large openings. They will also require large buttons. Always make a test buttonhole and try it with the button you wish to use. If the buttonhole is too large, test again with fewer stitches
- [Buttonholes](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=218727) - Buttonholes There are many ways to make buttonholes in knitted garments. We will cover some of them in this lesson. This part covers small eyelet buttonholes. Part 2 covers larger ones that are a little more complicated. Small Eyelet Buttonhole These are the simplest buttonholes. They are also ones commonly used by hand knitters. Step1
- [Joining Front Bands](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=218703) - Joining Ribbing Bands to Front Edges This technique is useful when joining a ribbed band to side edges, such as cardigan button bands, and V necks. Make the ribbing first, then knit 1 row stockinet. Remove on waste yarn. Using this method avoids having to bind off at the end of the ribbing; many beginning
- [Joining Sleeve to Armhole](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=218690) - Join Sleeve to Armhole Bring out the required number of needles. In our example, the sleeve has been knitted, from bottom to top, and removed on waste yarn. Be sure the same number of needles for the top of the sleeve are in work position. Hang the armhole edge with the public side facing you,
- [Pick Up Stitches From the Side Edge](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=218640) - Pick Up stitches From the Side Edge We often need to pick up stitches along a side edge of the knitted fabric (when joining sleeves to the body of a sweater, or adding the front bands on a cardigan, for instance). Hand knitters frequently struggle with this technique; it can be frustrating trying to pick
- [Joining on the Machine](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=218670) - Joining On The Machine We will be joining two edges with live (un-bound off) stitches. This is frequently used on shoulder seams, and other places where stitches held by waste yarn are joined together and bound off in one step. Step 1Hold the first piece with purl side toward the machine, knit side facing you.
- [Mattress Stitch Seam](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=218657) - Mattress Stitch Seam This is the most common technique used to sew vertical seams. When done correctly it is virtually invisible from the right side; it is therefore sometimes called a blind stitch seam. There are three main ways to work this seam. Mattress Stitch version 1Thread a tapestry needle with matching yarn. If you
- [Decreases](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=218608) - Decreases There are many ways to decrease on a knitting machine. These are the most common ones, and will allow you knit most beginner and easy machine knitting patterns. Simple Decrease This is the easiest decrease. It is worked right on the edge, and can be made on both edges at the same time. Remove
- [Increases](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=218583) - Increases There are many ways to increase on a knitting machine. These are the most common ones, and will allow you knit most beginner and easy machine knitting patterns. Simple Increase This is worked on the edge nearest the carriage. Before knitting the next row, pull a new needle into work (position B) next to
- [Transfer Tool Practice](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=218565) - Transfer Tool Practice The transfer tool is one of the most important tools for your knitting machine. It is the way we do nearly all increasing and decreasing, and is also used to create eyelets for lace knitting. Many people find it awkward to use, at first. We are only covering using the tool with
- [Ribbing](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=218535) - Ribbing The LK 150 does not have a ribbing attachment available, so all ribs must be made manually, either by handknitting them, or by dropping and relatching stitches, thereby changing them into rib stitches. Some patterns also use the instruction for this as "Knit --- rows, convert to ribbing", which is done by dropping and
- [Hems](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=218630) - Hems Occasionally a garment’s knitted edges are left without bands of any kind and are simply allowed to roll, but most of the time there will be ribbing, a band, or a hem. These finish the edges nicely, and prevent them from rolling or curling up. In this section we will cover the three most
- [Making a Gauge Swatch](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=218829) - Making a Gauge Swatch Knitting the Swatch Cast on 50 stitches, 25 on each side of center 0. Knit 10 rows in pattern stitch for the garment to be made; this tutorial is for stockinet, but use slip, tuck, or fairisle if that will be what is used in your garment. Knit 2 rows contrast
- [Using Yarn Markers](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=218521) - Using Yarn Markers Yarn markers are just what their name says they are--markers made out of strongly contrasting yarn. they are temporary, and are removed when the garment is completed. Hand Knitters and crocheters frequently use commercially-manufactured plastic ones, or sometimes safety pins that do not have a coil on the end. These can also
- [Stitch Through Stitch Bind Off](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=218475) - Stitch Through Stitch Bind Off The stitch through stitch bind off method is another one of the easy methods we usually learn early in our knitting adventure. After you have knitted the last row in your pattern, turn the tension dial up at least 3 full numbers. Sometimes 4 works better. Knit 1 row and
- [Backstitch Bind Off](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=218461) - Backstitch Bind Off This backstitch bind off method is one of the first taught to beginning machine knitters. It is worked while the live stitches are still on the needle bed, and, while a little slower to do, has the advantage of not pulling in or tightening the bound off edge as some other methods
- [eWrap Cast On](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=218449) - e-Wrap Cast On My earliest machine knitting books call this simply “wrapped cast on.” Then about forty years ago, people realized that it resembled writing, in cursive, a lower case e around each needle. Voila!! a catchy new name that made it easy to visualize the technique. And so e-wrap cast on became the name
- [Waste Yarn and Ravel Cord](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=218427) - Waste Yarn and Ravel Cord Waste yarn or scrap yarn? Older US patterns usually call it scrap yarn. You may also see the term "waste knitting". They all mean the same thing. This is yarn of a similar weight to your main yarn, in a contrasting color. It is used at the beginning and/or end
- [Casting On and Knitting Stockinet](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=218418) - Casting On and Knitting Stockinet Before beginning this section, you should have completed the Preparing to Knit section. Carriage should be on the left side, and every other needle selected from 30L – 30R in pos B. You should also have threaded the Auto Tension. Couple two sections of the cast on comb with the
- [Preparing to Knit](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=218393) - Preparing to Knit For your first attempts at knitting with your new LK-150, I recommend a good quality smooth hand knitting or coned yarn in size 3, usually called light worsted weight in the US, or DK in other countries (though "DK" is becoming more common now in the US as well). This yarn should
- [Names of the Parts of the Machine](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=218369) - Names of the Parts of the Machine This is an illustration of the LK 150 machine, with all major parts named. It is a good idea to become familiar with them. Refer back to this, or page 3 in the manual, if you find an unfamiliar term. Before actually beginning to knit, we will take
- [Basic Setup](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=218324) - LK150 Basic Setup Setting Up the Machine Place the machine flat on the table. Take a clamp out of the box and unscrew until fully open. Turn clamp so that the opening is facing away from you and toward the knitter. Insert the top prong into the left slot on the base of the
- [Introduction](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=218325) - LK150 Tutorial Introduction Congratulations! You are now the proud new owner of the finest hobby knitter available. Your knitting possibilities are endless. But if this is your first knitter, you may be feeling a little overwhelmed. Don’t worry. This is quite normal. We all feel nervous when faced with a completely new piece of
- [LK150 Tutorial Index](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=219966) - LK150 Tutorial Index Introduction Introduction Basic Setup Names of the Parts of the Machine Peparing to Knit Beginner Knitting Techniques Casting on and Knitting Stockinet Waste Yarn and Ravel Cord eWrap Cast On Backstitch Bind Off Stitch Through Stitch Bind Off Using Yarn Markers Making a Gauge Swatch Hems Ribbing Transfer Tool Practice Increases
- [Tutorial Index](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=218303) - Tutorial Index These are the tutorials currently available. Japanese Pattern Charts Knit Contour This tutorial includes instructions for using the Studio/Singer/Knitmaster charting attachments, including models KR6, KR7, and KR10/11. LK150 Tutorial This is a very large tutorial, with many sections. Clicking the link will open the Index page where you will find the available lessons.
- [Japanese Charting Lesson 1](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=219583) - Japanese Charting Lesson 1 General Information Charting was the first method machine knitters used to draft their patterns. It was popular nearly 40 years before home computers and pattern software were available. This is still a very good method for creating patterns, and even if you do not plan to make your own, it helps
- [Cowl With Mock Cables](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=218081) - Cowl With Mock Cables Finished size: 28” long x 10” wide Download a PDF of this pattern. Requires one 100-gram ball aran weight yarn, with number 4 on the ball band, or any yarn that will knit stockinet to a gauge of 4 sts 6 rows = 1”. The fabric should be soft, and fairly
- [Afghan Seam Scarf](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=219007) - Afghan Seam Scarf Suitable for brand new machine knitters. You must be able to cast on, knit without dropping stitches or creating loops on the edges, and bind off. You have been practicing casting on and have learned to keep a good tension on the yarn, using weights, and maintaining a nice rhythm while pushing
- [Modern Patterns](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=219898) - Modern Patterns Baby and Children Easy Raglan Pullover Toddler Size 2 Lollipop Cardigan Adult Stocking Hats Afghan Seam Scarf Cowl with Mock Cables Boot Cuff Patterns Specifically for GK 370 Midgauge Knitting Machine Easy Hemmed Stocking Hat Quick and Easy Roll Brim Baby Hat Patterns From Facebook KnitAlongs Midgauge Girls' Round Yoke
- [Patterns](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=216952) - Patterns Archived Patterns From Old Website Modern Patterns
- [Easy Raglan Pullover Toddler Size 2](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=218019) - Easy Raglan Pullover for Toddler Size 2 Garment finishes at 24” chest, after seaming.Made on an Lk 150 knitting machine Materials2 100-gram balls knitting worsted weight yarn. US ball bands will show this as a 43 buttonsYarn needleTension: 6, stockinet, or whatever is necessary to obtain gaugeGauge: 18 sts, 26 rows = 10 cm/4”.
- [Bulky Mittens](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=217842) - Mittens for Bulky and Mid-Gauge Machines Materials Required: 4-8 oz of 4-ply knitting worsted wool yarnGauge: 5 sts, 7 rows = 1 inchTension: Approximately 5 on the LK 150. Make a swatch and check gauge. Adjust tension if necessary. Since I prefer to felt or "full" the wool yarn so that it will be warmer
- [Fingerless Gloves](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=217858) - Fingerless Gloves, Scarf and Hat This is the ribbing lesson I gave my LK 150 knitting machine students. It is so old there are no pictures. All pieces are simple rectangles, but the hat has 2 decrease steps at the top to make it easier to gather. Very easy beginner pattern for the Studio
- [Little Sock Doll](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=217814) - Little Sock Doll This doll is approximately 6" tall when made with the yarn listed. Using other yarns will change the finished size. Materials Required: approximately 1 oz Mary Lue's Symphony 4/15 for body, approximately 1 oz in color suitable for hair, small amounts of desired colors for clothing, 1 oz fiberfill stuffing. 1 pair
- [Men's Socks](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=217781) - Men's Socks Knitted Flat, with a Side SeamMaterials Required: Approximately 6-8 oz 3/15 coned yarn, or any fingering weight sock yarn that will knit to gaugeGauge: 8 sts, 11 rows = 1 inchTension: Approximately 6, or whatever is necessary to obtain gauge Cuff: Bring forward 73 needles and arrange for K1, P1 ribbing. T 1/1.
- [Ladies' Gloves](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=217750) - Ladies Gloves One Size Fits Most Materials Required: approximately 3 oz Mary Lue's Schuss Plus, or other sport weight or wool sock yarn which will knit to the required gauge.Gauge: 7 sts, 9 rows = 1 inchTension: approximately 9 CO 60 sts in K1, P1 ribbing. T 7/7, K even to RC 20. Change to
- [Dolman Sweater](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=217292) - Dolman Sweater Materials Required: 1 cone Nomis 3/15 in MC, plus approximately 3 oz CC. Any fingering weight yarn which will knit to gauge may be substituted. Two coordinating contrast colors are also very effective. Another pleasing design is to use a metallic, or novelty yarn for the CC, but be sure to try them
- [Mittens For Standard Gauge Machines](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=217740) - Mittens for Standard Gauge Machines Materials Required: Mary Lue's Schuss Plus, or other wool yarn that will knit to required gauge. Most wool sport weight and some sock yarns will work. This is a fairly tight fabric at this gauge; adjust the tension dial as necessary for the yarn you are using Gauge: 7.5 sts,
- [Child's Raglan Cardigan](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=217707) - Child's Raglan Cardigan This is a very old pattern; I used it in my beginners' knitting machine classes from 1979 onwards. It was uploaded to the earliest Clearwater Knits website, created in 1997 on GeoCities. It did not have any photos. Sizes: 2-4-6-8-10-12 Finished Width, Buttoned: 24.5 - 25.75 - 26.75 - 28.75 - 30.75
- [Earflap Hat](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=219826) - Earflap Hat Sizes Child-Junior-Adult Materials Required: Mary Lue's Schuss Plus heavy wool sportweight, about 4 oz. MC, and small amounts of contrasting colors if stripes or Fairisle trim are desired; 1/2 oz matching Liberty Plus acrylic for lining. NOTE: this yarn was discontinued many years ago. A good substitute for it now would be a
- [Archived Patterns From Old Website](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=217225) - Archived Patterns From Old Website This Archives page contains links to the information that was on the original Clearwater Knits website. Much of it is very old by internet standards, originally hand-coded in HTML 3 on the Geocities hosting platform. There were no photos in these patterns; the web was still primarily a text-based affair,
- [Using Knit Contour Patterns](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=219706) - Using Knit Contour Patterns Original KR6 Patterns Original KR7 Patterns What They Look LikeStudio/Singer has both mechanical and electronic Knit Contour units. We will cover the mechanical units first, then the electronic ones because they are a little different. The pictures on the left show what the commercial patterns for the mechanical units look like.
- [KR 6 and KR 7 Knit Contours](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=219719) - KR6 and KR7 Knit Contour Names And Illustrations Of The Parts Of The Knit Contour Basic operation of both units is similar. The KR-7 is wider than the KR-6, and it has the capability to knit at both half and full scale. KR 6 Knit Contour 1. Pattern Paper Lever. Pull towards you and the
- [Determining Gauge](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=219677) - Determining Gauge Note: This lesson was written in 1988. There is a newer one for making a gauge swatch in the LK150 Tutorial, and can be found here Making a Gauge Swatch In order to use the Knit Contour, it is necessary to know how many stitches and rows there are in 10 cm. Don’t
- [Reading Knit Contour Patterns](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=219764) - Reading Knit Contour Patterns Let’s Knit! We’ve covered a lot so far. By now you know the functions of the Knit Contour units, both mechanical KR6 and KR7, and the electronic models KR10 and KR11. We are now ready to begin reading Knit Contour patterns The marks on the Stitch Scale correspond exactly to the
- [KR10 and KR11 Knit Contours](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=219747) - KR10 and KR11 Knit Contours You will need to know both the stitch and row gauge in order to use the Knit Contour unit. Make a swatch to determine stitches and rows per 10 cm, exactly as instructed in Making A Gauge Swatch and Measuring Gauge This Knit Contour is battery powered; it will
- [Men's Tuck Stitch Pullover Chart](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=219626) - Men's Tuck Stitch Pullover Chart This is how I charted the pattern for the Men's Tuck Stitch Pullover, which is in the Archive Patterns section. As noted earlier in this tutorial, the shaping formula for this, and all my charted patterns, is given in stitches-rows-times, which is different from the Japanese charted patterns. This
- [Dolman Pullover Chart](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=219619) - Dolman Pullover Chart This is the charted schematic for the Ladies Dolman pattern in the Archives, and it can be found here. The shaping formula for this, and all my charted patterns, is given in stitches-rows-times. Please use the written instructions, found in the Free Patterns section for specific instructions. This is the way I
- [Japanese Charting Lesson 2](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=219600) - Japanese Charting Lesson 2 Reading the Schematic Chart. What does this all mean? We are going to use only the tank top part of this Japanese pattern. There is also a ribbed skirt included in the original, but we are not going to use it here. The original pattern in the Japanese book fits on
- [Japanese Pattern Charts](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=219556) - Japanese Pattern Charts Several people have asked for charting lessons. Many want specific help on learning to read Japanese pattern charts, and many want to learn to draft their own patterns. We will need to address this in several different lessons, because there is far too much information to fit into just one. Copyright violations
- [Standard Gauge Fairisle Yoke Pullover for Girls](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=218188) - Standard Gauge Fairisle Yoke Tunic for Girls Download PDF Go to Machine Knitting Round Yokes Facebook Group Sizes 2-4-6-8-10-12 Finished Width 24-26-28-30-32-34 inches (61-66-71-76.5-81-86.5) cm Suitable for any standard gauge knitting machine with punchcard or electronic pattern capability. If no ribber is available, bands may be hand knitted, or substitute mock ribbing. Any lightweight yarn, such
- [Standard Gauge Ladies Lace Yoke Top](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=218173) - Standard Gauge Ladies Lace Yoke Top Download PDF Go to Machine Knitting Round Yokes Facebook Group Sizes XS-S-M-L-XL-XXL-XXXL Finished Width 34.5 (37-40-44-48-52-56) inches 87.5 (94 - 101.5 - 112 - 122 - 132 - 142) cm Can be made on any standard gauge knitting machine. Lace is hand transferred, and instructions are written
- [Midgauge Ladies' Lace Yoke Top](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=218156) - Midgauge Ladies Lace Yoke Top Download PDF Go to Machine Knitting Round Yokes Facebook Group Sizes S (M-L-XL-XXL-XXXL) Finished Width 36 (40-44-48-52-56) inches 91.5 (101.5 - 112 - 122 - 132 - 142) cm. Made on plastic midgauge knitting machines, LK 150 or Brother KX 350. Note: There are not enough needles on the
- [Bulky Ladies Lace Yoke Top](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=218128) - Ladies Bulky Lace Yoke Pullover Download PDF Go to Machine Knitting Round Yokes Facebook Group Sizes S (M-L-XL-XXL-XXXL) Finished Width 36 (40-44-48-52-56) inches, 91.5 (101.5 - 112 - 122 - 132 - 142) cm. Made on plastic midgauge knitting machines, LK 150 or Brother KX 350. Note: There are not enough needles on the
- [Midgauge Girls' Round Yoke Cardigan With Chain Trim](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=218144) - Midgauge Girls' Round Yoke Cardigan with Chain Trim Download PDF Go to Machine Knitting Round Yokes Facebook Group Sizes 6 (12-24) months, and children 2 (4-6-8-10-12) Made on LK 150, but suitable for any machine that can use DK (#3) yarn and get a stitch gauge of 22 stitches, 30 rows per 10 cm/4inches.
- [Quick and Easy Roll Brim Baby Hat](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=218010) - Quick and Easy Roll Brim Baby Hat Download PDF YouTube video Knitted From the Top Down. Hat may be worn with the brim rolled, as the pink hat, or folded, as the blue hat. Size Newborn (6 to 12 months) Finished Width 14.5 (15.75) inches 37 (40) cm Shown in Newborn size Made on GK
- [Boot Cuff](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=218092) - Boot Cuff A PDF of this pattern is available here. Sizes S-M and L-XL. Made on an LK150 plastic bed knitting machine Although boot cuffs go in and out of fashion, they actually are practical accessories. They typically consist of two parts; a section that tucks inside the boot, often made of ribbing, and
- [Stocking Hats](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=218046) - Stocking Hats Fits Child (Adult - Lg Adult) Finished Width 18 (20-22) inches; length 8 (9-10) inches. Made on a plastic midgauge knitting machine; LK 150 and Brother KX 350 were used for the samples. Materials Required:Approximately 2-3 oz knitting worsted weight yarn, with number 4 on the ball band. This is a good project
- [Lollipop Cardigan Toddler Size 2](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=218035) - Lollipop Cardigan Very Detailed Beginner TutorialSize 6 months.Made on an LK 150 knitting machine Also suitable for KX350 midgauge. Materials 2 balls Ice Yarn Baby lollipop (main color) This yarn has small spots of random colors. 1 ball Ice Yarn Dora in coordinating color (contrast color) Any yarn of approximately DK weight that will
- [Moccasin Slippers](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=217883) - Moccasin Slippers Complete Written Instructions for Child Shoe Size 10-12, With Chart for Other Sizes Materials Required: Knitting worsted weight yarn, 1-2 skeinsTension: Approximately 5-6 on LK 150 midgauge (T10, every other needle on standard gauge machines, or approximately 3-4 on chunky knitters.) Heel. Set carriage to hold. *Bring 1 needle out to HP next
- [Men's Bulky Socks](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=217870) - Men's Bulky Socks Knitted Flat, with a Side SeamMaterials Required: Approximately 8 oz 4-ply knitting worsted weight yarnGauge: 5 sts, 7 rows = 1″Tension: Approximately 3, or whatever is necessary to obtain gauge. There are several different bulky/chunky machines. Each of them will require a different tension dial setting. Start at T 3, and adjust
- [Stocking Hats](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=217937) - Easy Stocking Hats for Bulky and Midgauge Machines For LK 150 Knitter (bulky machine version given below) Sizes Child, Junior, Adult, Large Adult Finished Width 19.5 - 20.5 - 21.5 - 22" Finished Length 9 - 9.5 - 10 - 11" Easy Beginner Pattern. You must know how to cast on, hang a hem, and
- [Balaclava](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=217829) - Balaclava Heavy Ski Face Mask This garment is basically a very long hat, with a slit for the eyes. Remember that it must stretch comfortably around the whole head, including the face. For most adults, it should measure between 22 and 23 inches around when stretched, but head size does vary. I prefer to just
- [Poncho](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=217924) - Poncho Ladies' Poncho - One Size Fits All Easy Pattern. Suitable for either Bond/ISM, or Studio mid gauge knitters. You need to know how to cast on with waste yarn and how to bind off, by any preferred method, before starting this project. Abbreviations are kept to a minimum to make it easier for beginners.
- [Mock Cable Afghan](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=217894) - Mock Cable Afghan Easy Beginner Pattern. You need to know how to cast on, change colors, and bind off before beginning this project. Approximate size: 45 x 60 inches Materials Used: 4-ply hand knitting worsted weight yarn, approximately 20 oz Green Variegated, and 28 oz Yellow, or any two coordinating colors of your choice. This
- [Men's Tuck Stitch Pullover](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=217797) - Men's Tuck Stitch Pullover Sizes S-M-L-XL, Finished Width 38 (42-46-50)inches Materials Required: approximately 16-20 oz 3/15 or fingering weight yarn. The original pattern was made with Nomis Excellence 3/15; I have since used Yarn Country Newlon successfully. Newlon is softer than Excellence, and tends to stretch more. Be sure to make a sample, wash and
- [Easy Camisole](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=217236) - Easy Camisole Absolutely the fastest camisole you'll find. Double decreases along the top points form a neat braided edge, and no other finishing is necessary. Sew up the side seams, work in the yarn ends and that's all there is to it. Shown in Bonita cotton for hot summer weather, this style works equally well
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- [About](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=216906) - Hi! I'm Irene Woods, pattern designer and instructor for Clearwater Knits. I share patterns here on this website, and on several Facebook groups, including: Machine Knitting Round Yokes https://www.facebook.com/groups/431730810551554/ Midgauge Knitting Machines https://www.facebook.com/groups/1730118823938866/ Plastic Midgauge Machines for Absolute Beginners https://www.facebook.com/groups/1762618704041389/ If you are looking for modern patterns for LK150 and Brother KX350 machines, these are
- [Standard Gauge Fairisle Rount Yoke Cardigan](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=218295) - Standard Gauge Fairisle Round Yoke Cardigan Download PDF Go to Machine Knitting Round Yokes Facebook Group Sizes S-M-L-XL-XXL-XXXL Finished Width 36 (40-44-48-52-56) inches; 92 (102-112-122-132-142) cm MaterialsLightweight yarn, such as sock, fingering, or 4-ply, that will knit to correct gauge. Sample is knitted using two colors, and requires approximately 14-20 oz main color and
- [Bulky Fairisle Cardigan](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=218280) - Bulky Fairisle Cardigan Download PDF Go to Machine Knitting Round Yokes Facebook Group Sizes S-M-L-XL-XXL-XXXL Finished Width 36 (40-44-48-52-55) inches; 92 (102-112-122-132-140) cm, plus width of button band Size XXl requires 104 needles, and size XXXL requires 110 needles Version that uses punchcards was made on a Brother 260; stitch charts are given for
- [Midgauge and Bulky 2-Piece Round Yoke Pullover](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=218232) - Midgauge and Bulky 2-Piece Round Yoke Pullover Download PDF Go to Machine Knitting Round Yokes Facebook Group This was the first KnitAlong pattern for round yoke pullovers. It did not include Fairisle pattern on the sleeves or bottom of body. Second KnitALong. We added pattern on the sleeves and body and altered the sleeves
- [Midgauge and Bulky 4-Piece Round Yoke Pullover](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=218260) - Midgauge and Bulky 4-piece Round Yoke Pullover Download PDF Go to Machine Knitting Round Yokes Facebook Group Sizes S-M-L-XL-XXL Finished Width 39 (42 - 44.5 – 49 - 53) inches Materials4 (5-5-6-7) balls Caron Simply Soft Tweeds in main color, and 1 ball contrast color. Each ball weighs 5 oz/140 grams and has approximately
- [Standard Gauge Ladies 2-Piece Fairisle Round Yoke Pullover](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=218202) - Standard Gauge Ladies Fairisle Yoke Pullover Download PDF Go to Machine Knitting Round Yokes Facebook Group Sizes S-M-L-XL-XXL Finished Width 36 (40-44-48-52) inches; 92 (102-112-122-132) cm Suitable for any standard gauge knitting machine This garment is an introduction to knitting Fairisle round neck pullovers. It is designed very simply, but does have short row
- [Easy Hemmed Stocking Hat](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=218114) - Easy Hemmed Stocking Hats For GK 370 Knitting Machine but suitable for any midgauge knitting machineSizes Child, Adult (child size is shown; this fits most elementary school children)Finished Width 18 (19.5)″ 46 (50) cm Finished Length 9 (10)” 23 (25.5) cm Beginner Pattern. You must know how (or be willing to learn) to cast on
- [Crop Top](https://clearwaterknits.com/?page_id=217277) - Crop Top Made on any standard gauge knitter. There is no automatic patterning or ribbing, so this is suitable for even the most basic standard gauge machine. Photos shown are size M, body bust 34", which is the mannequin's bust measurement. This is a conservative length, barely showing the midriff. Shorten 2-3" between hem and