‘Across the Needlebed’ Machine Knitting publication

Across the Needlebed is a publication that is free to members and that contains articles particularly relevant to machine knitting.

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AN016 – Across the Needlebed – Issue 16 – April 2024

Ideas for using your stash, Identifying your stash yarn ...

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AN008 – Across the Needlebed – April 2022

In this edition: Lorna Hamilton-Brown MBE, Exploring lace, Responding to the challenge! ...

AN007 – Across the Needlebed – January 2022

In this edition: Exploring tuck stitch, Finishing touches - pockets, Featuring Fairisle ...

AN006 – Across the Needlebed – October 2021

In this edition: Things I wish I had known about cut & sew, Exploring Fairisle, Knitting a lined hat, Exercise in Ladder-back Jacquard ...

AN005 – Across the Needlebed – July 2021

In this edition: Combining crafts, Introduction to cut & sew, Revisiting and old friend, Maureen Coxon ...

AN004 – Across the Needlebed – April 2021

In this edition: Combining crafts, Cardigan bands with tucked borders, Hems and Welts, Passap knitting - breaking the rules ...

AN003 – Across the Needlebed – January 2021

In this edition: Adding some shaping, Lockdown learning, One-piece-of-sky cardigan, Simple hand warmers ...

AN002 – Across the Needlebed – November 2020

In this edition: Need a little help to get started?, The technique of woven lace, Pattern: Ladies tuck stitch top ...

AN001 – Across the Needlebed – September 2020

In this issue: Can I use a hand-knit pattern for machine knitting? From field to wardrobe, charting devices, Raglan cardigan ...