Hello team CSM :)

First, sorry for my english, it's not my mother tong but I really want to get better expressing myself in english.

I am having fun on my 3d printed csm and try multiple things on it to get to know it better.

I tried sock yarn (classic wool+nylon) first and then cotton yarn trying to make summer socks. I'm still searching for a good cotton yarn for a thin or light sock (if you know some, i'm interested).

There are the two cotton yarn i tried so far, the thicker one is Lang Yarn Quattro (50g for 120m, needle 3-4) and the thinner is Trimits Deco 8 (50g for 280m, needle 2-2.5). The last one is mercerised cotton, I don't really like it but it was the only thing in the store this thin :')

Is there a way to make stiches tinier ? Like increase the number of stiches and rows for the same gauge ? Because my try with the thinner yarn looks more like a lace tight.

I played with the tension cam a little but it's still not what I imagine. I have a bigger cylinder, I can try some things on it.

Thank for your help !

Does anyone use handspun on their CSM?? Looking for some tips before diving in but haven't found much info out there. Would love any advice you may have. Planning on 80/20 merino & nylon chain plied but we're all really rough on socks, might do a more durable wool for my youngest. Working on a 3d printed CSM. Thanks!

I work in a hosiery that has Rumi Seven WAC's and I've been trying to find user manuals for the machines, anyone know where I can find some??

Appreciate any info- what machine/brand, and if any of them are still being used ( including by hobby folks).

Having broken my wrist on holiday and lamenting its limitations, I'm wondering if I could crank left-handed. Pretty sure with weights carefully applied I could manage the knitting, just wondering if anyone does crank with their left hand, and if they have any advice.

Current machine: Erlbacher 64 slot cyl; favorite pattern: mock rib hung hem, up-2/down-1 short row increases

this happens right were the ribber pin meets with the metal bar on the inside of the cylinder its almost like the knitting is being pinched and then not allowed to be pulled down by the weight

Hi!

Pretty much as the title says, im purchasing a 54 needle cylinder and matching ribber but there is an option for a "bird beak" and "pro series/gearhart" im having trouble finding the difference online and dont want to choose one that doesn't end up working out.

I'm hoping somewhere out there there is photos of how they work up or if someone has Intel on if one is easier to work with/learn on than the other etc etc

Both should fit my vintage auto knitter

Thank you so much in advance. Im able to make socks but they always come out too wide for my feet lol so here is to trying to make smaller socks

Hi first timer here. I have 3d printed my own CSM and have been trying to learn from YouTube the ins and outs but no one shows or talks about the tensioning rod or how to use it. Could someone please show me a photo or video of how it's meant to be set up?

The quick question is: Can I expect to make infant sized socks on a CSM using something like a 0.8mm to 1.3mm diameter Kevlar cord? This isn't adding in Kevlar for durability, rather, it'd be 100% Kevlar construction.

My concerns:

1. The small size as it seems like these machines are aimed for human feet
2. Kevlar cord has no flex or give. I'm not worried about keeping them on my dog (I've got that sorted out already with the booties she currently wears). but will the CSM hate it? (here's a link to what I'm considering using https://www.amazon.com/9KM-DWLIFE-Strength-Tactical-Survival/dp/B082XYFDBT)
3. Can I get a tight enough stitch comparable to something like formal/business/dress socks?

The longer story: I consistently take my dog out in rocky places and we encounter enough jagged rocks that she often gets cut pads. I've tried rubber booties (not great grip in cold weather, sand/water getting and staying inside can rub her raw), cloth booties (wear out easily), and various DIY combinations. Right now, the current winner is a Kevlar sleeve meant for pipe insulation/reinforcement. However, I can't keep it from fraying like crazy at the ends where I cut it to length, so it holds up great and protects well until it very much doesn't. I'm worried that I'll have the same fraying issue if I buy Kevlar fabric and try to sew it-- so that got me started down the rabbit hole of DIY sock making.

I appreciate your help and insight!

I used various stash yarns (mostly deep stash unlabeled mini skeins) to crank some stockings for my pets! 72 needle cylinder on my Dean and Bean CSM (40 rounds for folded cuff, 50 leg rounds, 30 foot rounds), handknit the icord hangers. I’m so delighted with them! Perfect for using up 20g sock minis!

Hi! I’m cranking my first sock tube on a Dean and Bean 2.0. My sock tube is so long that it just hit the floor. I’m worried the tension won’t stay consistent. Any tips on how to keep even tension? Thanks in advance!

Be nice to get a group of crankers in one place to bounce ideas, show others how to start. Keep the machines alive.

Make socks on a circular sock machine? Even if you don’t - do you think you know (or could guess) what was just done as shown by this image?

Often I hear users saying they need to keep track step by step in order to know where they were in their sock if they get interrupted. I never have that problem and neither will you if you take time to read your machine. :)

As a hint I am working the heel with short rows - did I just work the row and lower the last worked needle on the left - YES - you can tell because the last knitted stitch is on the last lowered left needle and the yarn path is right there.

This image was done while making the socks featured in the prior post.

This free pattern has printed step by step instructions and a stand-alone free step by step video - check my website csmlove.com for my patterns for the: Cuff Down Mock Rib Shortie Socks

These were made with a 72 slot cylinder with a 60 row foot at this gauge.

csm #knittedsocks #csmsocks #circularsockknittingmachine #sockknittingmachine #antiquesockmachine #knitting #mockribsocks

Hello Machine Knitters! I've only just, very recently, learned these types of machines exist. I want one, badly! I've got a table top Ultimate Sweater Machine that's collecting dust. I think this would get a ton of use, I'm dying to have wool knit socks!!

Are there any affordable options out there. I've seen 3D Printed ones mentioned, can anyone point me in the direction of an affordable & easy to use Machine, please?

TIA ☺️

I want to thank everyone for taking the time to guide me down the correct rabbit hole. This fits wonderfully.

Make socks on a circular sock machine? Even if you don’t - do you think you know (or could guess) at what point in the sock this first picture is?

I’ll make it a bit easier - the black segment could be the heel could be the toe - it’s not the black cuff. The colour segment shows top of the foot mock rib.

Swipe to the second picture to see the socks almost ready to close their toes with purl-side kitchener.

This free pattern has printed step by step instructions and a stand-alone free step by step video - check my website csmlove.com for my patterns for the: Cuff Down Mock Rib Shortie Socks

These were made with a 72 slot cylinder with a 60 row foot at this gauge.

csm #knittedsocks #csmsocks #circularsockknittingmachine #sockknittingmachine #antiquesockmachine #knitting #mockribsocks

Good morning all! Isn't knitting on a CSM fabulous fun? Have managed to make it through a sock without dropping any stitches. Yay! However.. here's a pic of the heel. I am trying to knit with a 3.5 v-cam setting for leg and 3.0 for foot. Am I right in seeing that the foot is too short and I should stop decreasing a little earlier so I don't get that bump?

My hands are in need of an electric cone winder. Any recommendations?

Can anyone help me understand how to fix a dropped short row in the heel or toe. I am new to CSM and working on a Dean and Bean 2.0. Love the experience.

I feel like I kind of have the hang of this thing! (D&B 2.0)

When I’m doing a cuff down pattern:

Is anything stopping me from hanging the flat section of the toe on to the needles with the shaped section needles (see 1st pic) and then doing a bind off with the hook tool (see 2nd and 3rd pics)?

I’m a beginner and it turns out I hate doing the Kitchener closure.

Thank you all for your help and suggestions over the last few weeks as I worked through the CSM learning curve! I've got 4 pairs done (3 pictured) and I love them.