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Hacking the Brother KH-930e knitting machine

Limor “Ladyada” Fried and I just finished up an extensive tutorial on hacking the Brother KH-930e knitting machine. We show you how to make your own cable for interfacing with the machine, then how to use it to put custom patterns on the machine without entering them by hand, as I had been doing previously (one excruciating pixel at a time). I made the above tessellating adafruits fabric and the dithering experiment below. Have questions? Don’t ask them here or send me email, ask in the adafruit forum.

How to Keep Your 3D Printer Filament Dry

Storing filament properly is important for the quality of your prints. It will absorb moisture from the air, which will sizzle and pop as it passes through your printer’s hot end, causing blobs, under extrusion, and other defects. Back in 2017, I showed you how to make a filament dry box, and while that’s a great project, a lot has changed since then and I want to update you on my current filament storage methods, and share some of my favorite things to print along the way. The simplest and cheapest way to store filament spools is in plastic bags

How to Do the Purl Stitch

Welcome back for round two! By now you’ve mastered the knit stitch, but it’s really only half the equation. In this project, you’ll learn to purl, which is knitting in the opposite orientation. You’ll combine purl and knit stitches to create a ribbed scarf. You can use the same yarn for this project as you did the first, or try something different. Remember it’s easier to see your stitches with lighter-colored yarns. Shown above is a skein of variegated yarn, which is dyed with a combination of colors. When knit, this yarn creates interesting patterns as the stitches accumulate. Yarn that

How to Do the Knit Stitch

Ok, it’s time to get to it– your first knit stitches are about to happen! Make sure you have a comfortable seat and plenty of light. Check with yourself: are you ready to concentrate, be persistent, and stretch some new areas of your brain? I know it’s not yoga class, but a positive attitude goes a long way when learning to knit for the first time– take a moment to set your intention for this lesson, which will take practice to improve your skill. There are two main methods for knitting: English and Continental. Knitters are divided in their preferences

Skeleton Sweater story for Lost Objects Series on Hilobrow

I wrote a short story about my lost skeleton sweater for the Lost Objects series on Hilobrow: Hand-knitting an adult-sized sweater is a big achievement for any knitter. Making one that fits properly is the ultimate knitting win. I managed to accomplish this one time only, and with the addition of a complex custom two-color skeleton design, naturally I loved my handmade cardigan. I wrote up the pattern and posted it online with a tutorial — one of the first of hundreds I would create over the course of my career. Shortly after finishing it, I brought the sweater, along

Motorcycle Gear Gift Guide

As many of you who know me know: I am all about the gear. Using the right equipment for the job is one of my favorite things to do, whether it’s knitting, electronics, or motorcycles. Here’s a list of the best gifts for the motorcycle rider on your list. Got a suggestion to add? Leave it in the comments! Read on for the full list. Sena Motorcycle Bluetooth Headset/Helmet Intercom In my opinion, motorcycling is a lot more fun when you can listen to your GPS directions, or your riding partner, from inside your helmet. I have been very happy

Workspace Inspiration – My Desks and Studios Throughout Time

I love being in my studio, whether its shooting a tutorial, using the workbench, or just attending a conference call. Since moving to NYC in 2003, I’ve always had to make do with a smaller-than-ideal workspace, except for those two years I lived in Arizona. Here’s a trip through the complete list of my past workspaces.