02-04-2025

https://youtu.be/mM9CTO0hb58
In this video, I show you how to knit a delicate lace pattern using the lace carriage on a Silver Reed 840 knitting machine with DesignaKnit — in semi-automatic mode.

This is not a simple swatch — I’m knitting a real sweater sleeve, and along the way I share practical tips, troubleshooting ideas, and my honest experience with this technique.

We talk about: Working with long floats
Needle positioning during lace transfers
Yarn choice (what to avoid + what works best)
How to pace your work to avoid mistakes
What to do if stitches don’t transfer cleanly
Why this method is still faster than hand-transferring

If you’re new to lace carriage techniques — or just looking for inspiration — this project will give you a realistic look at what it’s like to knit lace with focus and intention.

This video was voiced with a little help from artificial intelligence —
because, trust me, my English isn’t that great…
and your ears would not be thanking me for the raw audio.