Knit Encyclopedia

I created all the following samples using industrial, home, or dubied flatbed knitting machines. They showcase a range of techniques, from basic knit structures to intricate, complex designs.

Click on any sample to view details about the machine specifications, yarns used, and other insights.

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(This is always a work in progress, so keep in mind some information may not yet be uploaded with images)

Tubular Jersey (F)

My journey into knit design began unexpectedly when I discovered a broken Dubied machine at my college. Intrigued, I asked my teacher if I could try fixing it, and she encouraged me to go for it. Over the course of a week, I spent about 15 hours exploring the machine with my limited knowledge of loop formation, treating the carriage like a puzzle.

Through trial and error, I disassembled the carriage, uncovering the inner workings of its cam settings. This hands-on exploration helped me understand how specific cam lever movements corresponded to internal mechanisms. Eventually, I identified the issue—a pulley-like interaction between components wasn’t occurring as it should. Without a manual to guide me, I relied on observation and intuition to repair the problem, even though I still don’t know the exact names of some parts. Fixing the machine opened my eyes to the incredible potential for fabric manipulation when the machinery is properly understood.

Since then, I’ve dedicated around 20 hours each week to working with knitting machines—flatbed, circular, and hand-operated devices—continually seeking ways to improve my ability to create innovative products and structures. This experience shaped the design philosophy I hold to this day: to create truly innovative fabrics, one must deeply understand the technology they are working with.

Knitting is a three-dimensional art form, and my hands-on experience has been invaluable in unraveling its complexities. Fixing the other Dubied machines at my college and working in our in-house knitting lab for three years further solidified my technical and creative foundation, driving my passion for pushing the boundaries of knit design.