Machine Knitting - Slip, Tuck and Lace Techniques

This course is suitable for those with some prior knowledge of machine knitting on a domestic single bed machine who may not have used punchcards before, and for those wanting to experiment beyond the basic techniques shown in knitting machine manuals. Students are encouraged to build a reference folder of techniques to take away and develop further at home.

This course is suitable for students who have basic skills using a single bed domestic knitting machine.

1. Know how to knit slip stitch fabrics using punchcards for both textured and more three dimensional surfaces 2. Know how to knit tuck stitch both manually using hold position, and automatically using suitable punchcards 3. Know how to knit tuck lace for fabric and decorative trims 4. Know how to knit lace and multi transfer lace using the lace carriage with suitable punchcards 5. Know how to knit manual lace and more open experimental lace effects using hand tooling

Students will learn through observing tutor demonstration followed by practical experience supported by technical handouts where applicable. There will be an emphasis on sharing knowledge and experience through discussion, show and tell and group critique. The tutor will facilitate group discussions and work with students one-to-one and in groups. In order to ensure that you make best possible progress on your course you will have regular and detailed feedback from your tutor, in a constructive

The college supplies a variety of single bed standard gauge Brother punchcard knitting machines and a couple of chunky gauge machines. We have a range of yarns in the studio, including ends of lines, surplus and recycled stock. The tutor can advise on suppliers if needed for specific yarns. The college provides stitch related graph paper and blank punch card and punchers for making your own cards if needed. There will be a small charge of 1.00 for any extra cards if required. You will need a no

You may wish to enrol on any of the other Machine Knitting courses available or combine your skills with other textile subjects at Morley. Your tutor can advise you in class. Follow @textilesatmorley for inspiration..