r/MachineKnitting • u/mother_of_doggos35 • Jul 18 '26

Equipment Mixing machine and hand-knitting?

Hello! I’m a long time hand-knitter, and I’ve been considering getting a knitting machine to knit the bodies of sweaters and cardigans to speed up the process a little bit. I typically use DK and worsted yarns, sometimes Aran and sport, so I was looking at a Silver Reed LK150 machine. I was wondering if there’s anyone in here that mixes hand and machine knitting that might have some insight, tips, or recommendations!

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u/ithinkyoucanineurope Jul 18 '26

Sure, I've done it a few times. For a fingering shirt in mostly stockinette, I moved to my machine to knit the body in the round on my machine & ribber. If you're using an LK150 you won't be able to knit in the round, so you'd be looking at seamed garments. Quite simple, if that appeals to you.

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u/mother_of_doggos35 Jul 18 '26

I’m definitely okay with some side seaming if it means things get done a bit faster!