Industrial Machine Knitting
Creating constructed textiles on hand-operated machines (hardback)
£40
I have written a book!
It’s been such a long journey, but I did it! I signed the book contract with Crowood Press in 2023 and submitted the final draft in the summer of 2025; it’s now ready.
This book is suitable for anyone interested in knitted textiles, whether you are a beginner or familiar with the hand flat machines; this book will guide you through the basics, all the way to creating a successful collection. All of the techniques are created on my Dubied machine (Duchess Olivia), but they could be translated to different brand machines too.
All books purchased will be signed.
Please note, this book is due to launch in May 2026.
Publisher Information:
Publisher: Crowood Press Ltd
ISBN: 9780719846069
Dimentions: 215 mm x 260 mm
Number of pages: 256
Synopsis:
Industrial Machine Knitting will teach you the fundamentals of hand-flat knitting – from machine setup and maintenance, to shaping techniques and garment construction. Over 100 knitting techniques are illustrated with full instructions and samples, along with several full knitting patterns and contemporary design ideas to provide inspiration.
A detailed, practical and inspiring guide to creative industrial machine knitting, for designers and students alike.
Contents:
Chapter 1: The Different Types of Knitting Machines
Chapter 2: Machine Maintenance
Chapter 3: Carriage Description and Machine Parts
Chapter 4: Machine Tools and Accessories
Chapter 5: Yarn, Fibres and Ply
Chapter 6: Elements of Design
Chapter 7: Tension Swatches, Garment Calculation and Shaping
Chapter 8: Applying Measurements to a Garment or Accessory
Chapter 9: Understanding Knitted Fabrics and Getting Started
Chapter 10: Machine Knitting Techniques
Chapter 11: Troubleshooting
Chapter 12: Making Up and Joining Methods
Chapter 13: Finishing Methods
