PS:1 Wiki Dev - User contributions [en]

Category:Hosted Areas

2023-05-16T02:10:35Z

Jesseseay: /* Area Host Expectations */

Space at PS1 is divided up into Hosted Areas. Each Hosted Area has an Area Host you can contact for information for projects, equipment authorization and suggesting improvements to the space. Any area not specifically allocated to another area is controlled by the General Area Host. There are currently nine official hosted areas at PS:One. The Tool Cage Hosted Area has been deleted, and the tools that used to be held there are now under the control of the various other areas.

See [[Area Hosts and Volunteer Positions Policy]] for more information on Area Hosts.

See [[Volunteer Positions]] for a list of other Volunteer Positions.

'''[[:Category:CNC|CNC - Computer Numeric Control]]''' (driving the computers to drive the machines)
* Lasers Contact:
** primary email: lasers {at} pumpingstationone.org

* Fused Filament Printing Contact: [[user:matt|Matt Keith]]
** primary email: 3dprinting {at} pumpingstationone.org

* StereoLithography Printing Contact: [[user:Books|Books]]
** primary email:

*2D Printing Contact: Davis Sayer
** primary email: 2dprinting {at} pumpingstationone.org

*Industrial CNC Contact: Adam Molski
** primary email: cnc {at} pumpingstationone.org
** alternate email: tormach {at} pumpingstationone.org

'''[[:Category:Electronics|Electronics - Mechatronics Lab]]'''
* Contact: Andrew Wingate
** primary email: electronics {at} pumpingstationone.org

'''[[:Category:General Area|General Area]]'''
* Contact: General Operations Team
** primary email: general {at} pumpingstationone.org

'''[[:Category:Arts|Arts - Graphic Arts and Textiles]]'''
* Contact: Lydia Miller and Verro
** primary email: art {at} pumpingstationone.org

'''[[:Category:Hot Metals|Hot Metals]]'''
* Contact: [[user:tachoknight|Ron Olson]]
** primary email: hotmetals {at} pumpingstationone.org
** alternate email: tachoknight {at} gmail.com

'''[[:Category:Kitchen|Kitchen]]'''
* Contact: Ashley Shewmaker
** primary email: kitchen {at} pumpingstationone.org

'''[[:Category:Cold Metals|Cold Metals]]'''
* Contact: [[user:jim|Jim Brink]]
** primary email: 2010jfb at gmail.com

'''[[:Category:Wood Shop|Wood Shop]]'''
* Contact: [[user: samparis | Sam paris]]
** primary email: woodshop {at} pumpingstationone.org

'''[[:Category:Small Metals|Small Metals]]'''
* Contact: [[user:Rezally|Ally Reza]]
** primary email: smallmetals {at} pumpingstationone.org

== Resources for Area Hosts ==
* [[Purchasing Standards]]

* Onboarding Process: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1RB93_jgWFYBgU0DciqbfFnXY4hnfzHo02OD_2ViPHnM/edit#

== Area Host Expectations ==
The organization critically depends on our area hosts and the quality of your service is a major factor in the experience of our members and the overall atmosphere of the space. The following are the duties and expectations of your area host position:

=== In general ===
* You are an ambassador of the space. We expect you to make yourself familiar with and abide by our policies and to hold yourself to the highest standards of being excellent to others. Your behavior sets an example for the entire membership.
* Explain and lead TidySpace policy for your area.
* Prior to authorizing anyone on any equipment, ask about membership, ID check by two board members and liability waiver. Do not authorize anyone who hasn’t completed all three.
* If you authorize a non-member to use tools per section (i) of https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/Authorization_Policy that person must fill out a volunteer agreement form. The form must be signed by you as well as the non-member. This form must be sent to info@pumpingstationone.org prior to any non-member tool use. (This is for insurance reasons. A link to this form will be provided when it is complete.)

=== For the area ===
* Post contact information for yourself and the area volunteers.
* Set rules and authorization processes and document them on the area wiki page.
* Establish a TidySpace Wut Zone for your area
* Provide TidySpace parking tickets (yellow, red and green)
* Post the rules or a link to the rules or a link to the rules in the area. They should include the following:
** Safety rules.
** How and where for material and project storage.

=== Duties ===
* Ensure a clean and safe workspace.
* Expedite tool maintenance and repair when necessary.
* Facilitate the authorization process, working closely with volunteer authorizers.
* Label, document and organize tools and available equipment.
* Report area needs and concerns to the board.
* Post all receipts to info@pumpingstationone.org within 30 days.
* Maintain an up to date record of area spending.
* Keep the area wiki page up to date.

=== What you can expect from the board ===
* We will take your concerns seriously and will work with you to try and resolve them.
* We will consider creating a temporary replacement position if you need to be absent for an extended period of time.
* We will work with you to make sure you have the volunteer authorizer help the area needs.
* We will seek your input when we are considering making changes to volunteer authorizer positions in your area.
* We will strive to promptly process reimbursements and refilling of Pex cards upon receiving proper documentation.

Volunteer Positions

2023-05-16T02:08:07Z

Jesseseay: /* Electronics */

The Board of Directors has designated the following official Volunteer Positions. See [[Area Hosts and Volunteer Positions Policy]] for more information. See also [[:Category:Hosted Areas|Area Hosts]] for a list of Area Hosts.

= Volunteer Positions =

==== Responsibilities ====
*Each Volunteer's roles may vary. These volunteers serve to assist in the general maintenance of the space and community in conjunction with specific Area Hosts.

== Area Hosts ==
''Main article: [[Area Hosts]]''

=== 2D Printers ===
* Davis Sayer
** email: 2dprinting [at] pumpingstationone [dot] org
** slack handle: davissayer

=== 3D Printing ===
* Matt Keith - Hardware/Software Upgrades & Maintenance
** email: 3dprinting [at] pumpingstationone [dot] org
* Sam Donahue - Authorizations
** email: 3dprinting [at] pumpingstationone [dot] org
** slack handle: @Sam Donahue
** slack channels
***3d_layers

=== Specialty 3D Printing ===
* Books
**email: books@pumpingstationone.org

=== Arts & Crafts ===
* Lydia Miller
** email: arts [at] pumpingstationone [dot] org
** slack handle: @Lydia Miller

=== CNC Machining ===
* Adam Molski
** email: cnc [at] pumpingstationone [dot] org
** slack handle: @DocWomp
** slack channels
***fusion-360
***cad-cam
***cnc
***tormach_user_group

=== Cold Metals ===
* Jim Brink
** email: coldmetals@pumpingstationone.org
** email: 2010jfb[at] gmail [dot] com
** slack handle: @Jim Brink
** slack channels
***coldmetals

=== Electronics ===
* Andrew Wingate
** email: electronics@pumpingstationone [dot]
** slack handle: @Andrew Wingate
** slack channels
***electronics

=== Gen Ops ===
* Andrew Morris
** email: GenOps [at] pumpingstationone [dot] org
** slack handle: @morrand

=== Hot Metals ===
* Ron Olson
** email: hotmetals [at] pumpingstationone [dot] org
** slack handle: @tackoknight
** slack channels
***hotmetalshop

=== Kitchen ===
* Vacant as of May 2023, to be filled by end of May 2023
** email: kitchen [at] pumpingstationone [dot] org (or info@pumpingstationone.org in the meantime until that role is filled)
** slack handle:
**slack channels
***kitchen

=== Lasers ===
* Jordan Kessel
** email: lasers [at] pumpingstationone [dot] org
** slack handle: @Jordan
** slack channels
***lasers

=== Small Metals ===
* Ally Reza
** email: smallmetals [at] pumpingstationone [dot] org
** slack handle: @Ally
** slack channels
***small-metals

=== Woodshop ===
* Sam Paris
** email: woodshop [at] pumpingstationone [dot] org
** slack handle: @Sam Paris
** slack channels
***woodshop

=== Events Coordinator ===
* Contact: [[user:lyn|Lyn Cole]]
** email: parties {at} pumpingstationone [dot] org
** slack handle: @LynPurple

== Authorizers ==
''Main article: [[Volunteer Authorizer]]''

Getting authorized on tools can be tough. Sometimes it's hard for new members to figure out how to get authorized, sometimes classes fill up in hours, sometimes classes aren't scheduled regularly. We want to fix that. The Board has created the following Volunteer Positions. We need a few members to step up and offer their time to get people authorized.

==== Responsibilities and Incentives ====

* Another page with a description of volunteer authorizer positions is here https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/Volunteer_Authorizer

=== CNC Authorizer ===
* Shopbot: David Earl
** email: president [at] pumpingstationone [dot] org
** slack handle: @David
* Tormach: Alex Berkowitz
** email: alex [at] pumpingstationone [dot] org
** slack handle: @Alex Berkowitz
* Boss Laser: Jeff Zelnio
** email: laser-auths [at] pumpingstationone [dot] org
** slack handle: @Jeffz
* Universal Laser: Ash Jasani
** email: laser-auths [at] pumpingstationone [dot] org
** slack handle: @Ash
* Universal Laser: Esty Wexler
** email: laser-auths [at] pumpingstationone [dot] org
** slack handle: @Esty Wexler

=== Hot Metals Authorizers ===
* Daron Wooding
** email: daron.wooding [at] gmail [dot] com
* Aaron Feigen
**email: aaronfeigen [at] gmail [dot] com
** slack handle: @nibbtastic
* Jacob Dawson
**email: ps1@jmdawson [dot] net
** slack handle: @Jacob M. Dawson
* Sean Blum
**email: arthifflaw [at] gmail [dot] com
** slack handle: @Sean Blum

=== Cold Metals Authorizers ===
==== Basic Authorization: Tier 1 ====
* Dave Soloman (Crazy Uncle Dave)
** email: davelscom14 [at] gmail [dot] com
** slack handle: @CrazyUncleDave

==== LeBlond Lathe ====
* Dave Soloman (Crazy Uncle Dave)
** email: davelscom14 [at] gmail [dot] com
* Jim Brink
** email: 2010jfb [at] gmail [dot] com
** slack handle: @Jim Brink

==== Clausing Lathe ====
* Anna Yu
** email: annotatehere [at] gmail [dot] com

==== Bridgeport Knee Mill ====

==== Grizzly Lathe ====
* Dave Soloman (Crazy Uncle Dave)
** email: davelscom14 [at] gmail [dot] com
** slack handle: @CrazyUncleDave

==== Surface Grinder ====

* Dave Soloman (Crazy Uncle Dave)
** email: davelscom14 [at] gmail [dot] com
** slack handle: @CrazyUncleDave
* Wally Fugiel
** email: wally.fugiel [at] videojet [dot] com
**slack handle: @Wally Fugiel
* Jim Brink
** email: 2010jfb [at] gmail [dot] com
** slack handle: @Jim Brink

==== Baldor Tool Grinder ====

* Dave Soloman (Crazy Uncle Dave)
** email: davelscom14 [at] gmail [dot] com
** slack handle: @CrazyUncleDave
* Wally Fugiel
** email: wally.fugiel [at] videojet [dot] com
**slack handle: @Wally Fugiel

==== English Wheel ====
* Sam Abrahamson
** email: sammyabe6 [at] gmail [dot] com
** slack handle: @Sammy Abe

=== Small Metals Authorizer ===
* Ally Reza
** email: smallmetals [at] pumpingstationone [dot] org
** slack handle: @Ally

=== Tormach Authorizers ===
* Alex Berkowitz
** email: alex [at] pumpingstationone [dot] org
** slack handle: @Alex Berkowitz
* David Earl
** email: president [at] pumpingstationone [dot] org
** slack handle: @David

=== Woodshop Authorizers and maintenance. ===
*Gary Newhouse - shop storage, wiki, Canvas course manager
** email Gnewhouse @ gmail dot com
**slack handle @garynhouse

* Ralph Brendler - General auth, mortise and tenon jigs, and multi-router
** email: rebrendler [at] gmail [dot] com
** slack handle: @Ralph Brendler

*David Earl
** slack handle @david earl

* Joseph Staffa
** Slack handle : @joseph Staffa

* Ian Sampson -general Auth, maintenance, wiki, Canvas courses

* Brenda Caflin -General Auth , maint,

* Jim Leonardson - small tool maintenance

* dan Ennion - general Auth, maintenance.

* Dan Walsh - gen auth, maintenance

* Brendan Twaddell - gen auth, maintenance

* Donzell Gordon - Woodshop Lathe Only
** email: donzellphoto [at] gmail [dot] com
** slack handle: @Donzell007

*Glen Peterson - Lathe only

* Sam Paris. Host

* Michelle deLeon. Authorizer,

=== Membership Management Team (MMT) ===
* Team Lead: Vacant
** email: mmt [at] pumpingstationone [dot] org
** slack handle:
* Scholarship Liason: Nathan Upchurch
** email: scholarships [at] pumpingstationone [dot] org
** slack handle: @Nathan U
* Member: Scott Yoder
** email: mmt [at] pumpingstationone [dot] org
** slack handle: @Scott yoder

=== General Operations (GenOps) ===

All are generalists but each has a primary responsibility.

* Team Lead: Andrew Morris
** email: genops [at] pumpingstationone [dot] org
** slack handle: @morrand
* Woodshop Storage Manager: Gary Newhouse
** email: genops [at] pumpingstationone [dot] org
** slack handle: @GARYn
* other areas storage manager : Sean Blum
** email: genops [at] pumpingstationone [dot] org
** slack handle: @Sean Blum
*operations Liason: Brian Desmond
** slack handle: @Brian D
* operations advisor: Brian Barnt
** slack handle: @Bbarnt

== Board-Appointed Officers ==

=== Chief Technology Officer ===
* Name: Sky Nova
** email: cto@pumpingstationone [dot] org
** slack handle: @Sky

=== Education Officer ===
* Name: currently vacant

=== Communications/PR ===
* Name: Alicia Johnson
** email: press [at] pumpingstationone [dot] org pr@pumpingstationone [dot] org
** slack handle:

=== Treasurer ===
* Name: Carl Karsten
** email: treasurer [at] pumpingstationone [dot] org

== Board of Directors ==
* President: James Lamken
* Vice President: Vadim Hudolozhkin
* Secretary: Joe Mertz
* Director-at-Large: Tim Bielawa
* Director-at-Large: Donzell Gordon
* Director-at-Large:Jennie Plasterer
* Director-at-Large: Fidel Galano
* Director-at-Large: Jesse Seay

Board Meeting Notes 2023-05-16

2023-05-10T01:02:37Z

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Meeting Start:

== Attendance ==
* Board Members

* Other Members

== Agenda ==
* (closed door) - PS1 tax filing process
* Alicia - PR report

* Consent Agenda
* Committee Reports
* Read mail
* Financial/membership report
* Review the PayPal and banking transactions
* Member leaving reason reports
* Check Freshdesk queue
* New business
* Old business

== Minutes ==

=== Discussion on previous minutes ===

=== Consent Agenda ===

=== Committee Reports ===

Reports from [[Committees]]

=== Mail ===

=== Financial Report ===
* '''Chase Checking:'''
* '''Chase Savings:'''
* '''PEX:'''
* '''PayPal:'''

=== Membership Report ===

* '''Number of Members:'''
* '''Quorum: '''

=== Review the PayPal and banking transactions ===

=== Freshdesk ===

Login link: https://pumpingstationone.freshdesk.com

=== New Business ===
* Discussion of the importance of closing Freshdesk Tickets w/ MMT.
* Discussion of "refunds" at the request of Treasury team.
** Who can authorize refunds? Cracking down on confusing responses to freshdesk tickets.

=== Old Business ===

== Votes ==

[[Category:Board_Meetings]]
[[Category:2023 Board Meetings]]

Knitting Machines

2016-01-18T16:41:07Z

Jesseseay: /* Manuals */

== Knitting Machines ==

[[Brother 230 knitting machine]]

[[Brother KH-930 Knitting Machine]]

[[Passap Duomatic ("Pinkie")]]

== Learning ==

For self study, please use the [[Knitting Machine Workshop Syllabus 2014]].
This provides a detailed outline for mastering the Brother machines.

Knitting Machine Office Hours are held every Monday, 7-9pm, open to the public.
If you plan to attend, please RSVP on the PS1 Meet Up page.
http://www.meetup.com/Pumping-Station-One/

== Resources ==

===Manuals===

[https://app.box.com/s/mcmj46ouiwy5wmzyf0atk0qk4xkrc9wf Brother KH230 Manual]

[https://app.box.com/s/3fidjur9mu1nm29ldff5kjq4vgb8t7nl Brother KH930 Manual]

[http://www.aboutknittingmachines.com/passap-manuals.html Passap]

===Technique===

[https://app.box.com/s/w0218dqvl4ih56dz6cg1jiz7xv9s54os Brother Knitting Techniques]

[http://www.aboutknittingmachines.com/brother-manuals.html PDF library of Brother guides, manuals, and pattern books.]

=== Additional Tutorials ===

"Diana Natters On" [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZKrfqU8CMFg&list=PL2E135CCB28900F38 Video Tutorials]

[http://www.yarn-store.com/different-yarns-for-different-knitting-machines.html Chart to determine tension dial setting.]

How to [http://www.yarn-store.com/technique-seaming-row-to-row.html sew two knitted pieces] together.

[http://www.purlbee.com/knitting-tutorials-finishing/2011/7/14/weaving-in-your-ends.html Weaving in] the ends.

Latch tool bind off [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OsNZIlT7zfw video]. This method is probably best suited for the chunky machine.

=== Media Files ===

Brother 230 Cheat Sheet [[Media:Brother_230_Cheat_Sheet_130323.pdf]]

Chart to convert hand knit instructions to machine knitting:

Part 1 [[Media:Conversions_Made_Simple_pt1.pdf]]

Part 2 & 3 [[Media:Conversions_Made_Simple.pdf]]

Pattern for a 4.5 mm needle pusher (1 x 1), for producing with the laser cutter and 1/8" acrylic - it may be very hard to see because the stroke is only 0.05 mm or so.
[[Media:Knitting_comb_from_stl.svg]]
[https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/File:Knitting_comb_from_stl.svg]

=== Useful Links ===
Pattern Generator: [http://www.unikatissima.de/e/?page_id=2148 Cellular Automation] and [http://www.unikatissima.de/e/?page_id=2062 Mazes]

Knit Knack Shop: [http://knitknackshop.com/brother-acc.html accessories] and [http://knitknackshop.com/yarns.html cone yarn]

Ravelry's [http://www.ravelry.com/groups/machine-knitting machine knitting page]. The forum is a priceless source of advice and info. Free registration required.

[[Category:Textiles]]
[[Category:Interest Groups]]

Knitting Machines

2016-01-18T16:40:20Z

Jesseseay: /* Technique */

== Knitting Machines ==

[[Brother 230 knitting machine]]

[[Brother KH-930 Knitting Machine]]

[[Passap Duomatic ("Pinkie")]]

== Learning ==

For self study, please use the [[Knitting Machine Workshop Syllabus 2014]].
This provides a detailed outline for mastering the Brother machines.

Knitting Machine Office Hours are held every Monday, 7-9pm, open to the public.
If you plan to attend, please RSVP on the PS1 Meet Up page.
http://www.meetup.com/Pumping-Station-One/

== Resources ==

===Manuals===

[https://app.box.com/s/mcmj46ouiwy5wmzyf0atk0qk4xkrc9wf Brother KH230 Manual]

[https://app.box.com/s/3fidjur9mu1nm29ldff5kjq4vgb8t7nl Brother KH930 Manual]

===Technique===

[https://app.box.com/s/w0218dqvl4ih56dz6cg1jiz7xv9s54os Brother Knitting Techniques]

[http://www.aboutknittingmachines.com/brother-manuals.html PDF library of Brother guides, manuals, and pattern books.]

=== Additional Tutorials ===

"Diana Natters On" [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZKrfqU8CMFg&list=PL2E135CCB28900F38 Video Tutorials]

[http://www.yarn-store.com/different-yarns-for-different-knitting-machines.html Chart to determine tension dial setting.]

How to [http://www.yarn-store.com/technique-seaming-row-to-row.html sew two knitted pieces] together.

[http://www.purlbee.com/knitting-tutorials-finishing/2011/7/14/weaving-in-your-ends.html Weaving in] the ends.

Latch tool bind off [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OsNZIlT7zfw video]. This method is probably best suited for the chunky machine.

=== Media Files ===

Brother 230 Cheat Sheet [[Media:Brother_230_Cheat_Sheet_130323.pdf]]

Chart to convert hand knit instructions to machine knitting:

Part 1 [[Media:Conversions_Made_Simple_pt1.pdf]]

Part 2 & 3 [[Media:Conversions_Made_Simple.pdf]]

Pattern for a 4.5 mm needle pusher (1 x 1), for producing with the laser cutter and 1/8" acrylic - it may be very hard to see because the stroke is only 0.05 mm or so.
[[Media:Knitting_comb_from_stl.svg]]
[https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/File:Knitting_comb_from_stl.svg]

=== Useful Links ===
Pattern Generator: [http://www.unikatissima.de/e/?page_id=2148 Cellular Automation] and [http://www.unikatissima.de/e/?page_id=2062 Mazes]

Knit Knack Shop: [http://knitknackshop.com/brother-acc.html accessories] and [http://knitknackshop.com/yarns.html cone yarn]

Ravelry's [http://www.ravelry.com/groups/machine-knitting machine knitting page]. The forum is a priceless source of advice and info. Free registration required.

[[Category:Textiles]]
[[Category:Interest Groups]]

Knitting Machines

2016-01-18T16:38:24Z

Jesseseay: /* Useful Links */

== Knitting Machines ==

[[Brother 230 knitting machine]]

[[Brother KH-930 Knitting Machine]]

[[Passap Duomatic ("Pinkie")]]

== Learning ==

For self study, please use the [[Knitting Machine Workshop Syllabus 2014]].
This provides a detailed outline for mastering the Brother machines.

Knitting Machine Office Hours are held every Monday, 7-9pm, open to the public.
If you plan to attend, please RSVP on the PS1 Meet Up page.
http://www.meetup.com/Pumping-Station-One/

== Resources ==

===Manuals===

[https://app.box.com/s/mcmj46ouiwy5wmzyf0atk0qk4xkrc9wf Brother KH230 Manual]

[https://app.box.com/s/3fidjur9mu1nm29ldff5kjq4vgb8t7nl Brother KH930 Manual]

===Technique===

[https://app.box.com/s/w0218dqvl4ih56dz6cg1jiz7xv9s54os Brother Knitting Techniques]

[http://www.aboutknittingmachines.com/brother-manuals.html Library of online Brother guides.]

=== Additional Tutorials ===

"Diana Natters On" [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZKrfqU8CMFg&list=PL2E135CCB28900F38 Video Tutorials]

[http://www.yarn-store.com/different-yarns-for-different-knitting-machines.html Chart to determine tension dial setting.]

How to [http://www.yarn-store.com/technique-seaming-row-to-row.html sew two knitted pieces] together.

[http://www.purlbee.com/knitting-tutorials-finishing/2011/7/14/weaving-in-your-ends.html Weaving in] the ends.

Latch tool bind off [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OsNZIlT7zfw video]. This method is probably best suited for the chunky machine.

=== Media Files ===

Brother 230 Cheat Sheet [[Media:Brother_230_Cheat_Sheet_130323.pdf]]

Chart to convert hand knit instructions to machine knitting:

Part 1 [[Media:Conversions_Made_Simple_pt1.pdf]]

Part 2 & 3 [[Media:Conversions_Made_Simple.pdf]]

Pattern for a 4.5 mm needle pusher (1 x 1), for producing with the laser cutter and 1/8" acrylic - it may be very hard to see because the stroke is only 0.05 mm or so.
[[Media:Knitting_comb_from_stl.svg]]
[https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/File:Knitting_comb_from_stl.svg]

=== Useful Links ===
Pattern Generator: [http://www.unikatissima.de/e/?page_id=2148 Cellular Automation] and [http://www.unikatissima.de/e/?page_id=2062 Mazes]

Knit Knack Shop: [http://knitknackshop.com/brother-acc.html accessories] and [http://knitknackshop.com/yarns.html cone yarn]

Ravelry's [http://www.ravelry.com/groups/machine-knitting machine knitting page]. The forum is a priceless source of advice and info. Free registration required.

[[Category:Textiles]]
[[Category:Interest Groups]]

Knitting Machines

2016-01-18T16:32:57Z

Jesseseay: /* Learning */

== Knitting Machines ==

[[Brother 230 knitting machine]]

[[Brother KH-930 Knitting Machine]]

[[Passap Duomatic ("Pinkie")]]

== Learning ==

For self study, please use the [[Knitting Machine Workshop Syllabus 2014]].
This provides a detailed outline for mastering the Brother machines.

Knitting Machine Office Hours are held every Monday, 7-9pm, open to the public.
If you plan to attend, please RSVP on the PS1 Meet Up page.
http://www.meetup.com/Pumping-Station-One/

== Useful Links ==

=== Free Tutorials ===

[https://files.secureserver.net/4szMyVbbbwuBZk Brother Knitting Machine Techniques Book].

"Diana Natters On" [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZKrfqU8CMFg&list=PL2E135CCB28900F38 Video Tutorials]

[http://www.yarn-store.com/different-yarns-for-different-knitting-machines.html Chart to determine tension dial setting.]

How to [http://www.yarn-store.com/technique-seaming-row-to-row.html sew two knitted pieces] together.

[http://www.purlbee.com/knitting-tutorials-finishing/2011/7/14/weaving-in-your-ends.html Weaving in] the ends.

Latch tool bind off [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OsNZIlT7zfw video]. This method is probably best suited for the chunky machine.

=== Media Files ===

Brother 230 Cheat Sheet [[Media:Brother_230_Cheat_Sheet_130323.pdf]]

Chart to convert hand knit instructions to machine knitting:

Part 1 [[Media:Conversions_Made_Simple_pt1.pdf]]

Part 2 & 3 [[Media:Conversions_Made_Simple.pdf]]

Pattern for a 4.5 mm needle pusher (1 x 1), for producing with the laser cutter and 1/8" acrylic - it may be very hard to see because the stroke is only 0.05 mm or so.
[[Media:Knitting_comb_from_stl.svg]]
[https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/File:Knitting_comb_from_stl.svg]

=== Useful Links ===
Pattern Generator: [http://www.unikatissima.de/e/?page_id=2148 Cellular Automation] and [http://www.unikatissima.de/e/?page_id=2062 Mazes]

Knit Knack Shop: [http://knitknackshop.com/brother-acc.html accessories] and [http://knitknackshop.com/yarns.html cone yarn]

Ravelry's [http://www.ravelry.com/groups/machine-knitting machine knitting page]. The forum is a priceless source of advice and info. Free registration required.

[[Category:Textiles]]
[[Category:Interest Groups]]

Knitting Machines

2016-01-18T16:30:46Z

Jesseseay: /* Workshops */

== Knitting Machines ==

[[Brother 230 knitting machine]]

[[Brother KH-930 Knitting Machine]]

[[Passap Duomatic ("Pinkie")]]

== Learning ==

For self study, please use the [[Knitting Machine Workshop Syllabus 2014]].
This provides a detailed outline for mastering the Brother machines.

== Useful Links ==

=== Free Tutorials ===

[https://files.secureserver.net/4szMyVbbbwuBZk Brother Knitting Machine Techniques Book].

"Diana Natters On" [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZKrfqU8CMFg&list=PL2E135CCB28900F38 Video Tutorials]

[http://www.yarn-store.com/different-yarns-for-different-knitting-machines.html Chart to determine tension dial setting.]

How to [http://www.yarn-store.com/technique-seaming-row-to-row.html sew two knitted pieces] together.

[http://www.purlbee.com/knitting-tutorials-finishing/2011/7/14/weaving-in-your-ends.html Weaving in] the ends.

Latch tool bind off [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OsNZIlT7zfw video]. This method is probably best suited for the chunky machine.

=== Media Files ===

Brother 230 Cheat Sheet [[Media:Brother_230_Cheat_Sheet_130323.pdf]]

Chart to convert hand knit instructions to machine knitting:

Part 1 [[Media:Conversions_Made_Simple_pt1.pdf]]

Part 2 & 3 [[Media:Conversions_Made_Simple.pdf]]

Pattern for a 4.5 mm needle pusher (1 x 1), for producing with the laser cutter and 1/8" acrylic - it may be very hard to see because the stroke is only 0.05 mm or so.
[[Media:Knitting_comb_from_stl.svg]]
[https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/File:Knitting_comb_from_stl.svg]

=== Useful Links ===
Pattern Generator: [http://www.unikatissima.de/e/?page_id=2148 Cellular Automation] and [http://www.unikatissima.de/e/?page_id=2062 Mazes]

Knit Knack Shop: [http://knitknackshop.com/brother-acc.html accessories] and [http://knitknackshop.com/yarns.html cone yarn]

Ravelry's [http://www.ravelry.com/groups/machine-knitting machine knitting page]. The forum is a priceless source of advice and info. Free registration required.

[[Category:Textiles]]
[[Category:Interest Groups]]

Knitting Machine Workshop Syllabus 2014

2016-01-18T16:27:26Z

Jesseseay: /* Class 2 Homework */

Instructor: [http://blog.jesseseay.com/ Jesse Seay]

3-Part Knitting Machine Workshop

Each class is about 2 hours long, and includes homework.

Materials Fee: $26
* Note: fee is due one week prior to start of class (thru paypal), and used to buy materials for the workshop. The fee is non-refundable, however, you are welcome to sell your spot to someone else, prior to the first class.

Class size: 4 people.
* Additional students may be added provided they bring their own machines.

Text: [http://www.amazon.com/Hand-Manipulated-Stitches-Machine-Knitters-Guagliumi/dp/143921980X/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1386961114&sr=8-1&keywords=hand+manipulated+stitches+for+machine+knitters Hand-Manipulated Stitches for Machine Knitters] by Susan Guagliumi.
* Purchase your own or read the PS1 copy by the machines.

== Pre-Class Homework ==
Guagliumi, Ch. 1 pages 1-19.

== Class 1 Syllabus ==

Review parts of machine:
<blockquote>
# Bed
# needles
# Carriage
# Gate posts
# Sinker plate
# Tension mast
# Clamps
# Accessories:
#* Cast on thread
#* Tapestry needle
#* Cast on comb
#* Wax
#* Latch tool
#* Bodkin
#* Weights (and floor mat)
#* Comb
</blockquote>

Go over needle positions.

Watch what machine does, w/o sinker plate, for needles in each position.

Everyone practices putting sinker plate and carriage on, off.

Carriage settings: Normal (not Hold), plain knitting.

Thread the machine.

Note: On the 930, there is a metal tab on the back of the tension mast. Yarn must go '''under''' this tab to catch properly.

----
=== 1st Swatch: ===

Cast on methods:

• Open – knit 5 rows. Remove the cast on comb and see what happens.

• Every other needle – Cast on EON (Guagliumi, p 35). Hang comb. Bring rest of needles into work, and continue knitting.

Knitting

o Tension of yarn on mast – not spaghetti, not guitar string

o Tension of knit on needles – feel the weight on it, move weights every couple of inches

o Can’t change direction once needles have entered the carriage

o Push carriage - firm and steady

o Needles should end in a straight row

Cast off

Gathering Stitch Bind Off (Guagliumi p44)

Once stitches are bound off, remove weights. Run empty carriage over needles to remove knitting from machine.

----
=== 2nd Swatch ===

How to determine tension:

Read info on yarn package and

Use Angelika’s yarn chart as a guide:
http://www.yarn-store.com/different-yarns-for-different-knitting-machines.html

• Cast On (EON)

• Knit 5 rows.

• Transfer a stitch to mark your place.

• Change the T dial (generally no more than 2 #’s at a time). Write down the new T.

• Knit 10 rows.

• Transfer a stitch. Change the dial. Knit 10 rows.

• Try 2+ more settings.

• Where does the carriage run most easily?

• Bind off and remove swatch from machine. Examine swatch and note the differences between each section.

----
=== 3rd Swatch ===

The Tension Swatch

==== Standard Tension Swatch ====

# EON Cast on: 60 needles
# RC= 0
# Knit 15 rows
# Change to CC
# Knit 2 rows
# RC=0
# Knit 30 rows
# Using CC, hand-knit needles 21L and 21R.
# Knit 30 more rows with MC
# Change to CC
# Knit 2 more rows
# RC=0, change to MC
# Knit 5 rows
# Use transfer tool to transfer stitches and mark the tension dial setting.
# Knit 10 more rows.
# Bind off.

==== Chunky Tension Swatch ====

# EON Cast on: 40 needles
# RC= 0
# Knit 10 rows
# Change to CC
# Knit 2 rows
# RC=0
# Knit 20 rows
# Using CC, hand-knit needles 11L and 11R.
# Knit 20 more rows with MC
# Change to CC
# Knit 2 more rows
# RC=0, change to MC
# Knit 5 rows
# Use transfer tool to transfer stitches and mark the tension dial setting.
# Knit 5 more rows.
# Bind off.

Abbreviations
* MC = main color
* CC = contrast color
* RC = row counter
* EON = Every Other Needle

Cast off:
# Move T dial up 2 notches
# Knit a row of ravel cord.
# Leave a length of MC 3x the width, and cut.
# Switch to scrap yarn, knit 10 rows.
# Remove knitting from machine
# Finish later.

=== Yarn Winding: Winding a center pull cake. ===
Threading the winder

Winding at least 2x, changing directions

Loose tension, no knots.

Waxing while winding

== Class 1 Homework ==
* Read Guagliumi.
** Review Ch. 1.
** Read Ch. 2 on casting-on and binding off, pages 33-36, 44-48. We will do e-wrap cast-on (p 36) and back-stitch bind off (p 48) next class.

* Knit two tension swatches.
** '''Review the manual before using the machine.''' Please follow each step in the manual until you have the process memorized.
[https://app.box.com/s/mcmj46ouiwy5wmzyf0atk0qk4xkrc9wf here.]
*** KH930 (standard) section on basic knitting, casting on. pdf pages 20-23
*** KH230 (chunky) section on threading machine, basic knitting. pdf pages 9-13
*** Recommended reading: Brother Knitting Machine Techniques Book. Section on knitting a tension gauge. Pages 72-73. Download [https://app.box.com/s/w0218dqvl4ih56dz6cg1jiz7xv9s54os here].

Copies of the manuals are available at the space. You can also download the pdf's

== Class 2 Syllabus ==
=== Machine care ===
* Oiling/Cleaning the machine
* The Sponge Bar
* Changing needles

=== Measuring tension swatches ===

Formula to determine gauge.

* Number of stitches divided by number of inches = stitches per inch

* Number of rows divided by number of inches = rows per inch

Note: to determine the vertical stretch for Img2Track, divide the rows per inch by stitches per inch (the result is typically 1.x).

Review Guagliumi's charts on page 8: formation of slip stitch.
----
=== Swatch 1: casting on/off with ravel cord ===
# Open cast on with Waste Yarn (WY). 10 stitches on chunky machine, 15 stitches on standard. Hang comb and weights. Knit 10 rows
# Thread ravel cord and knit 1 row with it.
# Switch to Main Color (MC). Leave a tail at beginning, 3x the width of knitting. Knit 20 rows. Leave tail at end.
# Switch to ravel cord. Knit 1 row.
# Switch to WY. Knit 20 rows.
# Switch to ravel cord. Knit 1 row.
# Switch to MC. Leave tail. Knit 20 rows. Leave tail.
# Switch to ravel cord. Knit 1 row.
# Switch to WY. Knit 10 rows.
# Remove knitting from machine.
# Cut swatch in half, through the mid point of the middle waste yarn section. Each participant takes one half, and does back stitch bind off for both the top and bottom edges.

----

=== Swatch 2: Fairisle on the 930 ===
----
Use light color solid yarns for Main Color (MC) and Contrast Color (CC) yarn. Select a pattern that has floats shorter than 5 needles.

# EON cast on, across 60 stitches.
# Hang comb and weights.
# Knit 5-6 rows.
# Carriage on Left.
# Follow instructions on page 22 of KH-930 Manual for programming a fairisle pattern into the machine.

=== Swatch 3: Drop Stitch on the 230 ===

Cast on EON, 41 stitches. Use needles 21L to 20R

# Knit 4 rows. Transfer stitch at needles 1L, 11L, 10R. Leave empty needles in B position.
# Knit 10 rows. Drop stitches at 1L, 11L, 10R. Latch up all 3 as ribs. Hang top stitch back on needle. Knit 2 rows.
# Transfer same stitches again. Leave 1L in work. Move needles 11L and 10R to A position. Knit 6 rows.
# Drop stitch on 1L. Leave 1L in work.
# Knit 10 more rows. Remove work from machine and tape open stitches.
# Use latch tool to crochet up ladders with contrast color.

== Class 2 Homework ==
* Knit a scarf. Use a tension swatch to determine your stitch size/length. Cast on an odd number of needles. Knit 2 rows, then transfer the stitch on the middle needle. Knit the full length, then drop the stitch off the middle needle. Latch it back up as a rib, before casting off. Use ravel cord for casting on and off. Leave long tails at both the start and finish of your main yarn, to do the bind off.

Here's an excellent diagram of
[http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-RVvyYLhts9c/UKq_OsTdfGI/AAAAAAAADgc/Yc8NqHQTCiE/s1600/2-catch-ladder-rungs-with-hook.jpg how to latch up a ladder], from the [http://techknitting.blogspot.com/2013/09/a-new-trick-for-fixing-errors-in-color.html TECHknitting] blog.

* Create or find a 2-color image for fairisle knitting: 40 to 60 pixels wide, and about as many pixels high. You may want to keep in mind how long the floats will be. Longer than 5 stitches can be tricky. File format: 1 bit b/w bitmap is ideal.

Reading Homework:

* [https://app.box.com/s/3fidjur9mu1nm29ldff5kjq4vgb8t7nl The KH-930 Manual]
** Loading patterns: Pdf pages 38 – 41.

** Programming your own patterns, Knitting Patterns: Pdf pages 83 —87. (Suggested reading: Variation Keys 47-56)

** [http://daviworks.com/knitting/downloads/img2track%20User%20Guide.pdf The Img2Track pdf guide]
Don't worry about the section about the divided neckline on page 4.

If you have a Mac, I suggest installing the software and walking through it per the instructions.
FYI, the sequence of button presses is the same as the sequence described in the Brother manual on page 3.

== Class 3 Syllabus ==

=== Finishing Scarf ===
* Stitching up sides
* Fringe

=== Img2Track fairisle. ===

# Connecting the machine
# Loading a pattern
# Setting up carriage
## Cast on
## Park carriage left of turn mark
## Turn on KC1
## Knit one row to select needles
## Engage MC (or other patterning buttons.) Load contrast yarn.
## Start Knitting.

Sewing sides together.

Holding and shaping stitches.

== Class 3 Homework ==
* Produce a knitted swatch using the img2track software for patterning. Bind off the stitches. Due within 2 weeks of Class 3.

Knitting Machine Workshop Syllabus 2014

2016-01-18T16:26:23Z

Jesseseay: /* Class 1 Homework */

Instructor: [http://blog.jesseseay.com/ Jesse Seay]

3-Part Knitting Machine Workshop

Each class is about 2 hours long, and includes homework.

Materials Fee: $26
* Note: fee is due one week prior to start of class (thru paypal), and used to buy materials for the workshop. The fee is non-refundable, however, you are welcome to sell your spot to someone else, prior to the first class.

Class size: 4 people.
* Additional students may be added provided they bring their own machines.

Text: [http://www.amazon.com/Hand-Manipulated-Stitches-Machine-Knitters-Guagliumi/dp/143921980X/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1386961114&sr=8-1&keywords=hand+manipulated+stitches+for+machine+knitters Hand-Manipulated Stitches for Machine Knitters] by Susan Guagliumi.
* Purchase your own or read the PS1 copy by the machines.

== Pre-Class Homework ==
Guagliumi, Ch. 1 pages 1-19.

== Class 1 Syllabus ==

Review parts of machine:
<blockquote>
# Bed
# needles
# Carriage
# Gate posts
# Sinker plate
# Tension mast
# Clamps
# Accessories:
#* Cast on thread
#* Tapestry needle
#* Cast on comb
#* Wax
#* Latch tool
#* Bodkin
#* Weights (and floor mat)
#* Comb
</blockquote>

Go over needle positions.

Watch what machine does, w/o sinker plate, for needles in each position.

Everyone practices putting sinker plate and carriage on, off.

Carriage settings: Normal (not Hold), plain knitting.

Thread the machine.

Note: On the 930, there is a metal tab on the back of the tension mast. Yarn must go '''under''' this tab to catch properly.

----
=== 1st Swatch: ===

Cast on methods:

• Open – knit 5 rows. Remove the cast on comb and see what happens.

• Every other needle – Cast on EON (Guagliumi, p 35). Hang comb. Bring rest of needles into work, and continue knitting.

Knitting

o Tension of yarn on mast – not spaghetti, not guitar string

o Tension of knit on needles – feel the weight on it, move weights every couple of inches

o Can’t change direction once needles have entered the carriage

o Push carriage - firm and steady

o Needles should end in a straight row

Cast off

Gathering Stitch Bind Off (Guagliumi p44)

Once stitches are bound off, remove weights. Run empty carriage over needles to remove knitting from machine.

----
=== 2nd Swatch ===

How to determine tension:

Read info on yarn package and

Use Angelika’s yarn chart as a guide:
http://www.yarn-store.com/different-yarns-for-different-knitting-machines.html

• Cast On (EON)

• Knit 5 rows.

• Transfer a stitch to mark your place.

• Change the T dial (generally no more than 2 #’s at a time). Write down the new T.

• Knit 10 rows.

• Transfer a stitch. Change the dial. Knit 10 rows.

• Try 2+ more settings.

• Where does the carriage run most easily?

• Bind off and remove swatch from machine. Examine swatch and note the differences between each section.

----
=== 3rd Swatch ===

The Tension Swatch

==== Standard Tension Swatch ====

# EON Cast on: 60 needles
# RC= 0
# Knit 15 rows
# Change to CC
# Knit 2 rows
# RC=0
# Knit 30 rows
# Using CC, hand-knit needles 21L and 21R.
# Knit 30 more rows with MC
# Change to CC
# Knit 2 more rows
# RC=0, change to MC
# Knit 5 rows
# Use transfer tool to transfer stitches and mark the tension dial setting.
# Knit 10 more rows.
# Bind off.

==== Chunky Tension Swatch ====

# EON Cast on: 40 needles
# RC= 0
# Knit 10 rows
# Change to CC
# Knit 2 rows
# RC=0
# Knit 20 rows
# Using CC, hand-knit needles 11L and 11R.
# Knit 20 more rows with MC
# Change to CC
# Knit 2 more rows
# RC=0, change to MC
# Knit 5 rows
# Use transfer tool to transfer stitches and mark the tension dial setting.
# Knit 5 more rows.
# Bind off.

Abbreviations
* MC = main color
* CC = contrast color
* RC = row counter
* EON = Every Other Needle

Cast off:
# Move T dial up 2 notches
# Knit a row of ravel cord.
# Leave a length of MC 3x the width, and cut.
# Switch to scrap yarn, knit 10 rows.
# Remove knitting from machine
# Finish later.

=== Yarn Winding: Winding a center pull cake. ===
Threading the winder

Winding at least 2x, changing directions

Loose tension, no knots.

Waxing while winding

== Class 1 Homework ==
* Read Guagliumi.
** Review Ch. 1.
** Read Ch. 2 on casting-on and binding off, pages 33-36, 44-48. We will do e-wrap cast-on (p 36) and back-stitch bind off (p 48) next class.

* Knit two tension swatches.
** '''Review the manual before using the machine.''' Please follow each step in the manual until you have the process memorized.
[https://app.box.com/s/mcmj46ouiwy5wmzyf0atk0qk4xkrc9wf here.]
*** KH930 (standard) section on basic knitting, casting on. pdf pages 20-23
*** KH230 (chunky) section on threading machine, basic knitting. pdf pages 9-13
*** Recommended reading: Brother Knitting Machine Techniques Book. Section on knitting a tension gauge. Pages 72-73. Download [https://app.box.com/s/w0218dqvl4ih56dz6cg1jiz7xv9s54os here].

Copies of the manuals are available at the space. You can also download the pdf's

== Class 2 Syllabus ==
=== Machine care ===
* Oiling/Cleaning the machine
* The Sponge Bar
* Changing needles

=== Measuring tension swatches ===

Formula to determine gauge.

* Number of stitches divided by number of inches = stitches per inch

* Number of rows divided by number of inches = rows per inch

Note: to determine the vertical stretch for Img2Track, divide the rows per inch by stitches per inch (the result is typically 1.x).

Review Guagliumi's charts on page 8: formation of slip stitch.
----
=== Swatch 1: casting on/off with ravel cord ===
# Open cast on with Waste Yarn (WY). 10 stitches on chunky machine, 15 stitches on standard. Hang comb and weights. Knit 10 rows
# Thread ravel cord and knit 1 row with it.
# Switch to Main Color (MC). Leave a tail at beginning, 3x the width of knitting. Knit 20 rows. Leave tail at end.
# Switch to ravel cord. Knit 1 row.
# Switch to WY. Knit 20 rows.
# Switch to ravel cord. Knit 1 row.
# Switch to MC. Leave tail. Knit 20 rows. Leave tail.
# Switch to ravel cord. Knit 1 row.
# Switch to WY. Knit 10 rows.
# Remove knitting from machine.
# Cut swatch in half, through the mid point of the middle waste yarn section. Each participant takes one half, and does back stitch bind off for both the top and bottom edges.

----

=== Swatch 2: Fairisle on the 930 ===
----
Use light color solid yarns for Main Color (MC) and Contrast Color (CC) yarn. Select a pattern that has floats shorter than 5 needles.

# EON cast on, across 60 stitches.
# Hang comb and weights.
# Knit 5-6 rows.
# Carriage on Left.
# Follow instructions on page 22 of KH-930 Manual for programming a fairisle pattern into the machine.

=== Swatch 3: Drop Stitch on the 230 ===

Cast on EON, 41 stitches. Use needles 21L to 20R

# Knit 4 rows. Transfer stitch at needles 1L, 11L, 10R. Leave empty needles in B position.
# Knit 10 rows. Drop stitches at 1L, 11L, 10R. Latch up all 3 as ribs. Hang top stitch back on needle. Knit 2 rows.
# Transfer same stitches again. Leave 1L in work. Move needles 11L and 10R to A position. Knit 6 rows.
# Drop stitch on 1L. Leave 1L in work.
# Knit 10 more rows. Remove work from machine and tape open stitches.
# Use latch tool to crochet up ladders with contrast color.

== Class 2 Homework ==
* Knit a scarf. Use a tension swatch to determine your stitch size/length. Cast on an odd number of needles. Knit 2 rows, then transfer the stitch on the middle needle. Knit the full length, then drop the stitch off the middle needle. Latch it back up as a rib, before casting off. Use ravel cord for casting on and off. Leave long tails at both the start and finish of your main yarn, to do the bind off.

Here's an excellent diagram of
[http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-RVvyYLhts9c/UKq_OsTdfGI/AAAAAAAADgc/Yc8NqHQTCiE/s1600/2-catch-ladder-rungs-with-hook.jpg how to latch up a ladder], from the [http://techknitting.blogspot.com/2013/09/a-new-trick-for-fixing-errors-in-color.html TECHknitting] blog.

* Create or find a 2-color image for fairisle knitting: 40 to 60 pixels wide, and about as many pixels high. You may want to keep in mind how long the floats will be. Longer than 5 stitches can be tricky. File format: 1 bit b/w bitmap is ideal.

Reading Homework:

* [http://machineknittingetc.com/downloadable/download/sample/sample_id/32/ The KH-930 Manual]
** Loading patterns: Pdf pages 38 – 41.

** Programming your own patterns, Knitting Patterns: Pdf pages 83 —87. (Suggested reading: Variation Keys 47-56)

** [http://daviworks.com/knitting/downloads/img2track%20User%20Guide.pdf The Img2Track pdf guide]
Don't worry about the section about the divided neckline on page 4.

If you have a Mac, I suggest installing the software and walking through it per the instructions.
FYI, the sequence of button presses is the same as the sequence described in the Brother manual on page 3.

== Class 3 Syllabus ==

=== Finishing Scarf ===
* Stitching up sides
* Fringe

=== Img2Track fairisle. ===

# Connecting the machine
# Loading a pattern
# Setting up carriage
## Cast on
## Park carriage left of turn mark
## Turn on KC1
## Knit one row to select needles
## Engage MC (or other patterning buttons.) Load contrast yarn.
## Start Knitting.

Sewing sides together.

Holding and shaping stitches.

== Class 3 Homework ==
* Produce a knitted swatch using the img2track software for patterning. Bind off the stitches. Due within 2 weeks of Class 3.

Knitting Machine Workshop Syllabus 2014

2016-01-18T16:24:26Z

Jesseseay: /* Class 1 Homework */

Instructor: [http://blog.jesseseay.com/ Jesse Seay]

3-Part Knitting Machine Workshop

Each class is about 2 hours long, and includes homework.

Materials Fee: $26
* Note: fee is due one week prior to start of class (thru paypal), and used to buy materials for the workshop. The fee is non-refundable, however, you are welcome to sell your spot to someone else, prior to the first class.

Class size: 4 people.
* Additional students may be added provided they bring their own machines.

Text: [http://www.amazon.com/Hand-Manipulated-Stitches-Machine-Knitters-Guagliumi/dp/143921980X/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1386961114&sr=8-1&keywords=hand+manipulated+stitches+for+machine+knitters Hand-Manipulated Stitches for Machine Knitters] by Susan Guagliumi.
* Purchase your own or read the PS1 copy by the machines.

== Pre-Class Homework ==
Guagliumi, Ch. 1 pages 1-19.

== Class 1 Syllabus ==

Review parts of machine:
<blockquote>
# Bed
# needles
# Carriage
# Gate posts
# Sinker plate
# Tension mast
# Clamps
# Accessories:
#* Cast on thread
#* Tapestry needle
#* Cast on comb
#* Wax
#* Latch tool
#* Bodkin
#* Weights (and floor mat)
#* Comb
</blockquote>

Go over needle positions.

Watch what machine does, w/o sinker plate, for needles in each position.

Everyone practices putting sinker plate and carriage on, off.

Carriage settings: Normal (not Hold), plain knitting.

Thread the machine.

Note: On the 930, there is a metal tab on the back of the tension mast. Yarn must go '''under''' this tab to catch properly.

----
=== 1st Swatch: ===

Cast on methods:

• Open – knit 5 rows. Remove the cast on comb and see what happens.

• Every other needle – Cast on EON (Guagliumi, p 35). Hang comb. Bring rest of needles into work, and continue knitting.

Knitting

o Tension of yarn on mast – not spaghetti, not guitar string

o Tension of knit on needles – feel the weight on it, move weights every couple of inches

o Can’t change direction once needles have entered the carriage

o Push carriage - firm and steady

o Needles should end in a straight row

Cast off

Gathering Stitch Bind Off (Guagliumi p44)

Once stitches are bound off, remove weights. Run empty carriage over needles to remove knitting from machine.

----
=== 2nd Swatch ===

How to determine tension:

Read info on yarn package and

Use Angelika’s yarn chart as a guide:
http://www.yarn-store.com/different-yarns-for-different-knitting-machines.html

• Cast On (EON)

• Knit 5 rows.

• Transfer a stitch to mark your place.

• Change the T dial (generally no more than 2 #’s at a time). Write down the new T.

• Knit 10 rows.

• Transfer a stitch. Change the dial. Knit 10 rows.

• Try 2+ more settings.

• Where does the carriage run most easily?

• Bind off and remove swatch from machine. Examine swatch and note the differences between each section.

----
=== 3rd Swatch ===

The Tension Swatch

==== Standard Tension Swatch ====

# EON Cast on: 60 needles
# RC= 0
# Knit 15 rows
# Change to CC
# Knit 2 rows
# RC=0
# Knit 30 rows
# Using CC, hand-knit needles 21L and 21R.
# Knit 30 more rows with MC
# Change to CC
# Knit 2 more rows
# RC=0, change to MC
# Knit 5 rows
# Use transfer tool to transfer stitches and mark the tension dial setting.
# Knit 10 more rows.
# Bind off.

==== Chunky Tension Swatch ====

# EON Cast on: 40 needles
# RC= 0
# Knit 10 rows
# Change to CC
# Knit 2 rows
# RC=0
# Knit 20 rows
# Using CC, hand-knit needles 11L and 11R.
# Knit 20 more rows with MC
# Change to CC
# Knit 2 more rows
# RC=0, change to MC
# Knit 5 rows
# Use transfer tool to transfer stitches and mark the tension dial setting.
# Knit 5 more rows.
# Bind off.

Abbreviations
* MC = main color
* CC = contrast color
* RC = row counter
* EON = Every Other Needle

Cast off:
# Move T dial up 2 notches
# Knit a row of ravel cord.
# Leave a length of MC 3x the width, and cut.
# Switch to scrap yarn, knit 10 rows.
# Remove knitting from machine
# Finish later.

=== Yarn Winding: Winding a center pull cake. ===
Threading the winder

Winding at least 2x, changing directions

Loose tension, no knots.

Waxing while winding

== Class 1 Homework ==
* Read Guagliumi.
** Review Ch. 1.
** Read Ch. 2 on casting-on and binding off, pages 33-36, 44-48. We will do e-wrap cast-on (p 36) and back-stitch bind off (p 48) next class.

* Knit two tension swatches.
** '''Review the manual before using the machine.''' Please follow each step in the manual until you have the process memorized.
[https://app.box.com/s/mcmj46ouiwy5wmzyf0atk0qk4xkrc9wf here.]
*** KH930 (standard) section on basic knitting, casting on. pdf pages 20-23
*** KH230 (chunky) section on threading machine, basic knitting. pdf pages 9-13
*** Recommended reading: Brother Knitting Machine Techniques Book. Section on knitting a tension gauge. Pages 72-73. Download [http://www.aboutknittingmachines.com/BrotherFreeManuals.html here].

Copies of the manuals are available at the space. You can also download the pdf's

== Class 2 Syllabus ==
=== Machine care ===
* Oiling/Cleaning the machine
* The Sponge Bar
* Changing needles

=== Measuring tension swatches ===

Formula to determine gauge.

* Number of stitches divided by number of inches = stitches per inch

* Number of rows divided by number of inches = rows per inch

Note: to determine the vertical stretch for Img2Track, divide the rows per inch by stitches per inch (the result is typically 1.x).

Review Guagliumi's charts on page 8: formation of slip stitch.
----
=== Swatch 1: casting on/off with ravel cord ===
# Open cast on with Waste Yarn (WY). 10 stitches on chunky machine, 15 stitches on standard. Hang comb and weights. Knit 10 rows
# Thread ravel cord and knit 1 row with it.
# Switch to Main Color (MC). Leave a tail at beginning, 3x the width of knitting. Knit 20 rows. Leave tail at end.
# Switch to ravel cord. Knit 1 row.
# Switch to WY. Knit 20 rows.
# Switch to ravel cord. Knit 1 row.
# Switch to MC. Leave tail. Knit 20 rows. Leave tail.
# Switch to ravel cord. Knit 1 row.
# Switch to WY. Knit 10 rows.
# Remove knitting from machine.
# Cut swatch in half, through the mid point of the middle waste yarn section. Each participant takes one half, and does back stitch bind off for both the top and bottom edges.

----

=== Swatch 2: Fairisle on the 930 ===
----
Use light color solid yarns for Main Color (MC) and Contrast Color (CC) yarn. Select a pattern that has floats shorter than 5 needles.

# EON cast on, across 60 stitches.
# Hang comb and weights.
# Knit 5-6 rows.
# Carriage on Left.
# Follow instructions on page 22 of KH-930 Manual for programming a fairisle pattern into the machine.

=== Swatch 3: Drop Stitch on the 230 ===

Cast on EON, 41 stitches. Use needles 21L to 20R

# Knit 4 rows. Transfer stitch at needles 1L, 11L, 10R. Leave empty needles in B position.
# Knit 10 rows. Drop stitches at 1L, 11L, 10R. Latch up all 3 as ribs. Hang top stitch back on needle. Knit 2 rows.
# Transfer same stitches again. Leave 1L in work. Move needles 11L and 10R to A position. Knit 6 rows.
# Drop stitch on 1L. Leave 1L in work.
# Knit 10 more rows. Remove work from machine and tape open stitches.
# Use latch tool to crochet up ladders with contrast color.

== Class 2 Homework ==
* Knit a scarf. Use a tension swatch to determine your stitch size/length. Cast on an odd number of needles. Knit 2 rows, then transfer the stitch on the middle needle. Knit the full length, then drop the stitch off the middle needle. Latch it back up as a rib, before casting off. Use ravel cord for casting on and off. Leave long tails at both the start and finish of your main yarn, to do the bind off.

Here's an excellent diagram of
[http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-RVvyYLhts9c/UKq_OsTdfGI/AAAAAAAADgc/Yc8NqHQTCiE/s1600/2-catch-ladder-rungs-with-hook.jpg how to latch up a ladder], from the [http://techknitting.blogspot.com/2013/09/a-new-trick-for-fixing-errors-in-color.html TECHknitting] blog.

* Create or find a 2-color image for fairisle knitting: 40 to 60 pixels wide, and about as many pixels high. You may want to keep in mind how long the floats will be. Longer than 5 stitches can be tricky. File format: 1 bit b/w bitmap is ideal.

Reading Homework:

* [http://machineknittingetc.com/downloadable/download/sample/sample_id/32/ The KH-930 Manual]
** Loading patterns: Pdf pages 38 – 41.

** Programming your own patterns, Knitting Patterns: Pdf pages 83 —87. (Suggested reading: Variation Keys 47-56)

** [http://daviworks.com/knitting/downloads/img2track%20User%20Guide.pdf The Img2Track pdf guide]
Don't worry about the section about the divided neckline on page 4.

If you have a Mac, I suggest installing the software and walking through it per the instructions.
FYI, the sequence of button presses is the same as the sequence described in the Brother manual on page 3.

== Class 3 Syllabus ==

=== Finishing Scarf ===
* Stitching up sides
* Fringe

=== Img2Track fairisle. ===

# Connecting the machine
# Loading a pattern
# Setting up carriage
## Cast on
## Park carriage left of turn mark
## Turn on KC1
## Knit one row to select needles
## Engage MC (or other patterning buttons.) Load contrast yarn.
## Start Knitting.

Sewing sides together.

Holding and shaping stitches.

== Class 3 Homework ==
* Produce a knitted swatch using the img2track software for patterning. Bind off the stitches. Due within 2 weeks of Class 3.

300 Seconds of fame

2015-10-13T15:41:38Z

Jesseseay: /* October 2015 */

2nd Tuesdays of each month at PS:One, you! yes YOU! get to hear your fellow members, geeks, and other associated community-minded people present to whoever wants to show up, but only for 300 seconds apiece.

You've got five minutes. Use it wisely.

== What is it? ==

300 Seconds of Fame (300SoF) is a combination/alteration of PS:One's separate [http://pumpingstationone.org/2009/11/lightning-talks-at-pumping-station-one/ lightning talks] and [http://pumpingstationone.org/2009/11/pechakucha-night-at-psone/ Pecha Kucha night], taking in elements from [https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Five_Minutes_of_Fame Noisebridge's Five Minutes of Fame], which in turn is an adaptation of CCC's Lightning Talks. The idea is that we hold about an hour's worth of 5 minute open mic slots. You can run shorter, but not longer, than five minutes.

Within those parameters, what is it? Glad you asked.

It can be a presentation, a musical number, a demonstration, a debate, a run-through of a proof of concept, performance art, live circuit bending, etc, etc, ad nauseum. Will it fit into five minutes, be feasible for the space, and be appreciated by an audience? Go for it.

== When and Where does it happen? ==

Second Tuesday of every month after the 8pm meeting at PS:One.

== Why are we doing this? ==

* Easy way to find out what's going on at PS:One -- no need to sit through long lectures.
* Some people are working on projects that are not ready for a full 30 minute or hour long talk, but they want to get their ideas out. Maybe they need help; maybe they want to propose an idea to the PS:One community.
* Some people are shy about public speaking and want to practice without giving an "official" conference talk, which can be daunting. This is a great way to try it out in a community of peers.
* These days, many of us are becoming entrepreneurs to one extent or another. If you're trying to sell your idea to someone, you need to be able to explain it in five minutes or less.
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Discordianism#Law_of_Fives "The Law of Fives"]

== How can I participate? ==

Easy - sign up to give a talk! Contact Justin (`justin on irc OR justin (at) conroy dot in) or add your talk to the "Next" section below.

Include your name (or handle) and talk title, as well as whether or not you'll need projector access.

== How can I attend? ==

Just show up!

== Next 300SoF ==
==== October 2015 ====
To be held on October 13, 2015 at approximately 20:30.
# '''YOU!'''
# Visiting Artist David Kadish - [http://davidkadish.com/portfolio/inorganisms/ Inorganisms]

== Past 300SoF ==
=== 2015 ===

==== September 2015 ====
Held on September 8, 2015 at approximately 20:30.
# Ron: XYZ Zero plate for the Shopbot
# Shellie: Japanese Bento
# Bruce: Fire and Ice
# [[User:ad9581|Arturo Duarte]] - Exploring the world pt.3
# Lyn: Hearing aids
# Drew Fustini ''(pdp7)'': Open Source Hardware ([http://files.meetup.com/15581722/ps1-300sof-fustini-oshw.pdf slides])

==== August 2015 ====
Held on August 11th, 2015 at approximately 20:30.
# [[User:Skm|Sheila]] - Doom doom doom [https://discourse.pumpingstationone.org/t/300-seconds-of-doom/65]
# [[User:anthony|Anthony]] - Light is Dumb
# [[User:jenx|Geneviève]] - Special Remote Edition: @rad1obadge and #CCCamp15
# [[User:Dubi|Dubi]] - Stop Light Version
# [[User:sl01|Sloan]] - Kiasma; A Steven Holl Building
# [[User:Lyn|Lyn]] - views of Chicago from a helicopter
# [[User:bry|Bry]] - All the cat gifs that didn't fit in Doorman Dave/Hef's presentation
# [[User:ad9581|Arturo Duarte]] - Exploring the world pt.2
# [[User:sylphiae|Jenny]] - What I Learned in Detroit
# [[User:kuroishi|Doorman Dave]]/[[User:hef|Hef]] - Introducing Discourse

==== July 2015 ====
Held on July 14th, 2015 at approximately 20:30.
# Arturo Duarte - Exploring the world pt.1
# Lyn - hot glue sewing
# Bioguy - I Need Help!!!111
# Dubi Kaufmann - How to run Google Deep Dream for people who can not set up python very well.

==== June 2015 ====
Held on June 9th, 2015 at approximately 20:30.
# Lyn - T-shirt hacking take two
# Doorman Dave - Physical ATM Security for fun (not profit.)
# Jesse - Wearable show and tell

==== May 2015 ====
Held on May 12th, 2015 at approximately 20:30.
# Hef - Systems update
# Eric & Dave - Grumpermon Talks To His Therapist
# Arturo - Why maps fascinate me

==== April 2015 ====
Held on April 7th, 2015 at approximately 20:30.
# Lyn - Fast and easy costumes for cheap, really fast and really easy
# Bioguy - Identity Theft, a victim's perspective and some lessons learned
# Hef - April 2015 Tech Update
# Arturo - What's going on guys?
# Eric - Tubular Bells

==== March 2015 ====
Held on March 10th, 2015 at approximately 20:30.
# <strike>Doorman Dave - Either "Provisioning a bare metal CoreOS env for Docker(bot) in <300s." or "Uncommonly used and little known features of OpenSSH"</strike>
#* Doorman Dave was too busy being awesome.
# Lyn - Mixmeister, why older is better, sometimes. Subheading ~ music editing from the past.
# Matt - From code to coffee table: a CNC adventure
# Glenn - HP Universal Counter, Rubidium Standard: What they are, why you should care
# Dubi - What Color Is It?
# Noony - How to do an online book tour
# Carl - Google summer of code

==== February 2015 ====
Held on February 10, 2015 at approximately 20:30.
# Lyn - Furby Friend & App
# Bjonnh - Pbbt!
# Rei - Werewolves and Vampires
# Daniel - Microcontrollers Controlling the Lights on Skyscrapers!
# Geneviève - Passports

==== January 2015 ====
January's 300 seconds of fame, as is usual, was reserved for candidates to the board of directors to state their platforms. It was held on January 20, 2015. Specific details about who did the speaking can be found on the [[2015 Elections]] page.

=== 2014 ===
==== December 2014 ====
Held on December 9, 2014 at approximately 8:30pm.
# Derek - How I nailed a tiny computer to a door, or, our in-development RFID entry system
# Sevin - Non-CNC grinding of camshafts (and other awesome things Sevin's company does.)
# Eric - Message Queues, [[Things Bus]] & Distributed Stuff
# Dubi - Remixing music on the beat in reverse order

==== November 2014 ====
Held on November 11th, 2014 at approximately 8:30pm.
# Jenny - Pretty Random Space Pictures
# Hef - On Writing Votes
# Carl - Conky
# Mike Warot - A process for doing synthetic focus photography

==== October 2014 ====
Held on October 14th, 2014 at approximately 8:30pm.
# Hef - tech update
# Jonathan - the benefits of using emacs
# Derek - Hazers and foggers - entertainment atmospheres

==== September 2014 ====
Held on September 9, 2014 at approximately 8:30pm.
# Justin - Derailling the Conversation
# Ryan - 3 phase power basis: Wye use high leg delta?
# Drew - Take the EFF's Tor Challenge! (How to setup a Tor non-exit relay in 5 minutes for $5/mo)
# Will - A Wolf Among Us
# Bry - Head in a Jar (How to poorly put together a costume in a week)
# Eric - Doing What Tac Won't

==== August 2014 ====
Held on August 12th, 2014 at approximately 8:30pm.
# Lyn - Electronic BONANZAAAAAAAA‽
# Bioguy - Hack Your Coffee!
# Arturo - Salvador Dali Cookbook [I've got it!]
# Genevieve - [http://x.hope.net/schedule.html#northkorea 300 Seconds of KP] - aka NEEDSMOARX (The perfect chaser to the Dali cookbook. Dash of projector, sprig of audio, shake until fluffy.) [http://youtu.be/ERLaZ488I6k Link to video showed]

==== July 2014 ====
Held at July 8th, 2014 at approximately 8:30pm.

# Luciano Ramalho (visiting from [http://garoa.net.br/ Garoa Hacker Clube]) -- [http://www.pingo.io/docs/ Pingo]: the "universal" GPIO API
# Carl - Vagrant!
# Ray - USA-OK Chair
# Jenny - Science - Why?

==== June 2014 ====
# Jenny - Causes of the Holocaust
# Arturo Duarte - People that inspire me????
# [[User:justin|Justin T. Conroy]] - Show me the Money!
# [[User:Acatherinenoon|A. Catherine Noon]] - Agent or Non-Agented Submissions for Books - Is It Needed?
# Toba - Stand There and Yap

* Short intermission, and then PowerPoint Karaoke!

# Jonathan
# Ivan
# Jenny
# Justin
# Joseph
# Ella
# Lyn
# GenX
# Toba
# Carl/Sara
[[File:Ps1-karaokepowerpoint.jpg|400px]]

==== May 2014 ====

# Dee Newcum — [http://bit.ly/termdetect bit.ly/termdetect], a GPL project
# Jason - Music visualization
# Jesse - Knitting Circuit Boards
# Jenny - Why is the area of a circle pi*r^2?
# Arturo Duarte - Stuff and more stuff!
# Greg - Robots!

==== April 2014 ====
# Ste - HD Retrovision
# Bjonnh - Reverse engineering in academia
# Mike - How GPS Works
# Dan - First Robotics Competition

==== March 2014 ====
# Eric Stein - What Beer Church Does
# Ryan Pierce - How to make lots of noise and ozone: Tesla coils!
# A. Catherine Noon - What's in a publishing contract? One author's experience.
# Hef - Howto Wiki (projector)
# Nick - Thoughts on Surveillance
# Pete N. - Zymurgy at PS:1 and Random Renaissance Moment

==== February 2014 ====
# Lyn - Creative looms for rubberband items
# Mike - Snaaaake, it's a snaaaake.
# Bry - Lazor Air Ballons
# Justin - 300 Seconds Worth of Servo Stuff
# Hef - Tech Updates - Blog edition. (projector)
# A. Catherine Noon - Getting paid to write books - or, Stories That Make You Late For Work.
# Sacha - I made a tweeting, motion sensing hammer in 72 hours. It changed how I do all my projects

==== January 2014 ====
# Director at Large nominee - Ed Bennett
# Director at Large nominee - Jay Hopkins
# Director at Large nominee - A. Catherine Noon
# CTO nominee - Hef
# Treasurer nominee - Steve Farkas
# Secretary nominee - Rhys Rhaven
# Secretary nominee - Derek Bever
# Vice President nominee - Everett Wilson
# President nominee - Bryanna Denney

=== 2013 ===

==== December 2013 ====
# Mike - The Projective Plane
# Hef - Tech Updates (Including Root For All)
# loans - Modern intelligent lighting
# Ste - Composite Video Encoding/Decoding
# Jerry - Adding Cosinusoidal Functions the Relatively Easy Way, or Phasors
# Kevin - Alexander G. Bell - Electromagnetic noise reduction

==== November 2013 ====
# Andrey Belomutskiy - rusEfi - DIY electronic fuel injection [projector]
# Frank Duncon - Frank talks about netlogo [projector]
# Tac - sqrt(2)
# Hef - State of the technologies

==== October 2013 ====
# Bry - Look at this cake I made (interactive) [projector]
# Joe Walnes - Idea to Kickstarter in 90 days. Sort of.
# Ste Kulov - Digital Logic
# Jerry - 300 More Seconds of Lasers (or: Deblackboxifying the laser cutter a bit)
# eviljoel - Calling your legislature.
# Sacha - Why the lasercutter _really_ doesn't burn through the earth.

==== September 2013 ====
# Kevin - Did A.G.Bell steal the telephone? (Needs Projector)
# Hef - PS1 Technology Update. (Needs Projector)
# Anthony - Searches for Supersymmetry
# Ryan - Stuff I'm working on

==== August 2013 ====

# Hef - [https://members.pumpingstationone.org PS1 Member Site ] - Needs Projector
# Ste - Easy Op-Amps
# Jerry - Lasers: a 300 second primer
# Ryan Pierce - The Polygraph

==== July 2013 ====

# Dash - How to text message from your dreams [projector]
# Ste - Digital-to-Analog Conversion Circuit
# Jamie Becka - Chicago Time Exchange

==== June 2013 ====

# James Longfield - How not to be a dick in the shop
# Jodie Arañas - FIGMENT Chicago [Projector Access]
# Mike Maloney - Groups
# A. Catherine Noon - Finding water
# Jenny Tong - Consciousness and P-Zombies

==== May 2013 ====

# Tim - How to not kill each other with voting
# ste - Thevenin's Theorem
# Patrick O'hara - Dvorak keyboards
# Jesse Seay - Clam Shell Case Pressure Sensor

==== April 2013 ====

# Dee - Important uses of rope           [projector needed]
# Ste - Digital Signal processing
# Mike - Double Negatives

==== March 2013 ====

# - Jenny - Voting Rights Act of 1965
# - Steve - Beer Church - What to do with the mash?
# - Shellie - Amazing world of mail art
# - Mike - DAGS
# - Ste - Linear Interpolation

==== January 2013 ====
Election edition!

# Director at Large nominee - Jesse Seay
# Director at Large nominee - Ed Bennett
# Director at Large nominee - Shawn Blaszak
# Director at Large nominee - Steve Finkleman
# CTO nominee - Josh Krueger
# Treasurer nominee - Steve Farkas
# Secretary nominee - Haley Willis
# Vice President nominee - Bryanna Denney
# President nominee - Eric Stein

=== 2012 ===

==== December 2012 ====

==== November 2012 ====
# - Will McShane - Vinyl advertising as craft material
# - Mike Warot - Hacking a digital caliper

==== October 2012 ====
# - Rhys Raven - Two fine encryption tools
# - Ryan Brandys - Stuff Ryan is doing
# - Patrick Callahan - Power Racing Highlights

==== September 2012 ====
# - Benjamin Sugar - Apps for activists
# - Will McShane - Laser Scrimshaw
# - Brian Chojnowski - Antikythera
# - Donald Jacobson - Fun with 3d printing
# - Dan Locks - Find me a new job

==== August 2012 ====

# Sacha - Inkscape as Engineering Tool
# Aeva - TV hacking
# Will - 30 second chocolate cake
# Todd - Chicago wifi project
# Corinna - Radiohead bear suit
# Anthony - We Found the Higgs

==== July 2012 ====

# Sacha - From 2D to 3D: five techniques for designing objects for laser cutting
# Elory - The Big Draw Chicago
# Trevor - on behalf of the vinyl cutter
# Will - 1956 Erector set

==== June 2012 ====

# Ed - Electronic Cactus

==== May 2012 ====

# Jesse - introduction to me and my work
# Adam - Apollo 13
# Steve - Doors
# Todd - wifi project
# Sacha - Relative Risk and You
# Brian - Antikythera

==== April 2012 ====

# Rhys - Bitcoin
# Dwayne Johnson - Washcloth Robot
# Sacha De'Angeli - Photoduino Booth
# Avner - Mozilla Open Badges and Hackerspaces

==== March 2012 ====

# Eric Stein - Actual TARDIS
# Jimmy Trevor - Wanderer's Poetry
# Andrew Valkanas - Hacker, hack thy self
# Avner - Kombucha: What the #$*& is that, and can I have some?
# Adam - Artificial pancreas
# Jay - Economics and the technological singularity

==== February 2012 ====
Date change: February 7!

# Eric Stein - mkpuzzle
# Steve - Eagle to Finished Circuit Board in Two Hours
# Jenny Tong - Hacking People
# Brian Kung - Hacking Movement
# Kathy - Sea Chanties
# Ben Smith - Infolens Storage
# Sacha - Intro to Do-ocracies and Bicycle Shedding
# Colin - Stuff I Do
# Pocket Factory - Clap Rap
# Anthony - Hack the Universe
# Chris - dropping some rhymes
# Mike Warot - Computer Security Can Be Fixed

==== January 2012 ====
Election edition!

# Director at Large nominee - Eric
# Director at Large nominee - Dan Meyer
# Director at Large nominee - Steve
# CTO nominee - Eric
# Treasurer nominee - Ish
# BREAK! Cell Stretcher: an Open Science Project - Gerry
# Secretary nominee - Shawn
# Secretary nominee - Patrick
# Vice President nominee - Shawn
# Vice President nominee - Patrick
# President nominee - Tim
# BREAK! Thanks for all you've made in the past year - Anne
# Vice President nominee - Jim

=== 2011 ===

==== December 2011 ====
# Tricopter - Dan
# Osloom's linear actuator - Ed
# Making things for fun and profit - Tim
# NaNoWriYe - Laurie
# Open Science - Ben

==== November 2011 ====
# Awesome Award (and photos) - Chris and Sacha
# The Awesome Foundation - Chris
# Making a Daft Punk Helmet, and Why You Shouldn't - Nick
# telling us about how rad glassblowing is - Daniel from Hotglass Chicago
# journal reading - Beth
# The Saga of Juan - Jim
# Open Science: What it is and why it's cool - Sacha
# Chatlight: Embodying the Internet - Eric
# virtual focus - mike
# digeridoo performance - geoffrey

==== October 2011 ====
# Dan Meyer: Fab Lab Circuit Bending Workshop Video
# Ashley from i3 - Engineering Education: We're Doing it Wrong
# Tim - Businesses as Projects

==== September 2011 ====
# Jim - More Stories from the Balloon Factory
# Lindsay -Ghetto prom 2011

==== August 2011 ====
# Chromium and you - Sacha
# Textile changes - Avner and Lindsay and Tim
# Image processing for cool results - Eric Stein
# One damn beautiful hackerspace - Tim
# Dabble - Anne
# Defcon - Dan

==== June 2011 ====
# Will - Fresh Paint
# John - Electronics for Popups
# Jess - World Naked Bike Ride
# Ish - Apps that break the game
# Tomer - Sarah Palin in a box on acid, or ecstasy
# Adrianna - Song for Pluto

==== May 2011 ====

# Nick - HAL740: An Introduction to DIY Home Automation
# Rhys - Pirates, Hackers, and ADC
# Shawn Blaszak presents the fantastical tangled tale of how I earned my semi-ersatz Erdos number and my surprisingly believable Bacon number
# Jordan - Cricut hacks
# Jim - More Stories from the Balloon Factory
# Matt/digipengi - Protect Your Shit
# Avner - GGHC

==== April 2011 ====

# Kyle - Passive Agressive: Interpreting and Reinterpreting Passive Digital Media
# Dustin - Firefox 4 and Mozilla
# Jim - My Bike and a special announcement
# Sacha - How Open Source Saved My Company
# Eric - How to Wiki

==== March 2011 ====

# Joe - Waking up a la Flava Flav
# Jonathan - Extracting Coffee
# Jim - Hipster Nascar and the Balloon Factory
# Eric - Freegeek
# Rhys - Wireless Chording Keyboard on Thingiverse

==== February 2011 ====

# Avner - Vertical garden
# Joe - Where's Waldo?
# Dan - Small CNC
# Patrick - Things I'm doing
# Jim - Stories from the balloon factory
# David - Time-lapse CHDK photography
# Ben - Macaroni and cheese

==== January 2011 ====
Election edition!

# Jordan Bunker (At Large)
# Jim Burke (At Large)
# Shawn Blasak (At Large)
# Asher - hacking the five minute play
# Rhys (CTO)
# Tim "How to hand-cut a mortise and tenon (badly)"
# Ishmael Rufus (Treasurer)
# Patrick (Secretary)
# Idan - Skiboard
# Nathan Witt (Vice President)
# Anne Petersen (President)
# Sacha De'Angeli (Nothing)

=== 2010 ===

==== December 2010 ====

# Sarah - Member survey
# Jordan, Ish, Rhys, Nathan, Tim - Open Door Hackathon
# Dan - CNC PhlatPrinter
# Tim - Top reasons why you can't juggle
# Joshua Rothhaas - Tinkering School comes to Chicago
# Jay - PCs Uncased
# Sacha - ChiHack
# Patrick - XMas64 Part 2: Electric Boogaloo
# Nathan - Pledge drive
# Jaku and John - RFID jacket
# Tomer

==== November 2010 ====

# Patrick - XMass64 v0.1
# Dustin - Hacking Elections
# Tim - Laser Cutters and you
# Tim and Jordan - Hackerspace valuation, a proposal

==== October 2010 ====

# Bill Mania - Team Frednet and the Google Lunar X Prize
# Joe - Joe's Fantastic Voyage
# dustin - buildbot
# arthur - xray scattering
# Vimby - The world premier of Scion's Take on the Machine, Pumping Station: One

==== September 2010 ====
# Patrick - Patrick
# Sacha - Chemical burns and electric shocks: making atomically sharp needles for fun and profit.
# Sacha - Fish or eat sushi: dumping unprofitable projects for fun and profit.
# Dan - Knots? That's Awesome

==== August 2010 ====
# How to Fail at Physics by Sacha
# Clear Hotspot by Matt
# Mister Rogers on Ecstasy in a Box by Tomer
# Open Up by Willow

==== July 13, 2010 ====

# How to Identify Someone Who Practises Hacking by Tim
# PRS by Jim
# Rival Spaces by Steve
# Optimizing PS:One by Anne

==== June 8, 2010 ====

# Stuff I keep in my pockets by Patrick
# Shadelab by Alex Gilliam
# More tales from the balloon factory by Jim
# MakerBot by Patrick
# Breakfast Cleanup Club results by Anne
# chain maille by Jakub
# Geek Pranks by Patrick
# NeighborCon by Travis

==== May 11, 2010 ====

# Firespinning by Sc00bz
# Taking inventory of PS1's stuff and how you can help by Tim
# The Space Shuttle and the Horse's Rear End by Jeff
# MakerBot by Patrick
# Audio Arduino by Joe Fallon

==== April 13, 2010 ====

# tobtu.com by Sc00bz
# Welcome Tomerica by Tomer
# Tech Workers of the World Unite! by Steve Goodpaster
# Chip Decapping by Travis Goodspeed
# Creative Re-Use by Carl Boyd
# The Jew's Harp by Jimmy P. Rogers
# Malicious GPU Kernel by Travis Goodspeed

==== March 9, 2010 ====

# First Robotics by Ryan Lanham
# A Hackerspace's Guide to... oh, you stopped reading, didn't you by Sacha De'Angeli
# 10 Awesome Things You Probably Didn't Know About Neuroanatomy by Frag
# Digeridoo by Geoffrey
# Arduino Radio by Joseph Fallon
# Please Pirate by Pete
# Fiddling Around by Sarah S.
# Things That Happen to Me at the Balloon Factory by Jim
# Democratizing Video Surveillance by Ella
# Fun Raising by Eric Hanley

==== February 9, 2010 ====

# Peoplehacking II: A Numerically and Biologically Intensive Solution to Losing Weight or: The Engineers' Guide to Weight Loss or: Four Formulae For The Reduction Of Operational Mass by Sacha De'Angeli
# Maker Fair: Get Excited! by Ryan Lanham
# Photography Rights: an educational rant on where it's legal to take pictures by Anne Petersen
# RepRap report: progress! by camo
# Brawndo: The Messy Hackerspace MUTILATOR by Tim Saylor

== Creative Commons licensing and attribution ==
Content is available under [http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/3.0/ Attribution-Noncommercial-Share Alike 3.0 Unported], cribbed generously from the wiki about [https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Five_Minutes_of_Fame/ Noisebridge's similar event].

300 Seconds of fame

2015-10-13T15:41:08Z

Jesseseay: /* 2015 */

2nd Tuesdays of each month at PS:One, you! yes YOU! get to hear your fellow members, geeks, and other associated community-minded people present to whoever wants to show up, but only for 300 seconds apiece.

You've got five minutes. Use it wisely.

== What is it? ==

300 Seconds of Fame (300SoF) is a combination/alteration of PS:One's separate [http://pumpingstationone.org/2009/11/lightning-talks-at-pumping-station-one/ lightning talks] and [http://pumpingstationone.org/2009/11/pechakucha-night-at-psone/ Pecha Kucha night], taking in elements from [https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Five_Minutes_of_Fame Noisebridge's Five Minutes of Fame], which in turn is an adaptation of CCC's Lightning Talks. The idea is that we hold about an hour's worth of 5 minute open mic slots. You can run shorter, but not longer, than five minutes.

Within those parameters, what is it? Glad you asked.

It can be a presentation, a musical number, a demonstration, a debate, a run-through of a proof of concept, performance art, live circuit bending, etc, etc, ad nauseum. Will it fit into five minutes, be feasible for the space, and be appreciated by an audience? Go for it.

== When and Where does it happen? ==

Second Tuesday of every month after the 8pm meeting at PS:One.

== Why are we doing this? ==

* Easy way to find out what's going on at PS:One -- no need to sit through long lectures.
* Some people are working on projects that are not ready for a full 30 minute or hour long talk, but they want to get their ideas out. Maybe they need help; maybe they want to propose an idea to the PS:One community.
* Some people are shy about public speaking and want to practice without giving an "official" conference talk, which can be daunting. This is a great way to try it out in a community of peers.
* These days, many of us are becoming entrepreneurs to one extent or another. If you're trying to sell your idea to someone, you need to be able to explain it in five minutes or less.
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Discordianism#Law_of_Fives "The Law of Fives"]

== How can I participate? ==

Easy - sign up to give a talk! Contact Justin (`justin on irc OR justin (at) conroy dot in) or add your talk to the "Next" section below.

Include your name (or handle) and talk title, as well as whether or not you'll need projector access.

== How can I attend? ==

Just show up!

== Next 300SoF ==
==== October 2015 ====
To be held on October 13, 2015 at approximately 20:30.
# Visiting Artist David Kadish - [http://davidkadish.com/portfolio/inorganisms/ Inorganisms]

== Past 300SoF ==
=== 2015 ===

==== September 2015 ====
Held on September 8, 2015 at approximately 20:30.
# Ron: XYZ Zero plate for the Shopbot
# Shellie: Japanese Bento
# Bruce: Fire and Ice
# [[User:ad9581|Arturo Duarte]] - Exploring the world pt.3
# Lyn: Hearing aids
# Drew Fustini ''(pdp7)'': Open Source Hardware ([http://files.meetup.com/15581722/ps1-300sof-fustini-oshw.pdf slides])

==== August 2015 ====
Held on August 11th, 2015 at approximately 20:30.
# [[User:Skm|Sheila]] - Doom doom doom [https://discourse.pumpingstationone.org/t/300-seconds-of-doom/65]
# [[User:anthony|Anthony]] - Light is Dumb
# [[User:jenx|Geneviève]] - Special Remote Edition: @rad1obadge and #CCCamp15
# [[User:Dubi|Dubi]] - Stop Light Version
# [[User:sl01|Sloan]] - Kiasma; A Steven Holl Building
# [[User:Lyn|Lyn]] - views of Chicago from a helicopter
# [[User:bry|Bry]] - All the cat gifs that didn't fit in Doorman Dave/Hef's presentation
# [[User:ad9581|Arturo Duarte]] - Exploring the world pt.2
# [[User:sylphiae|Jenny]] - What I Learned in Detroit
# [[User:kuroishi|Doorman Dave]]/[[User:hef|Hef]] - Introducing Discourse

==== July 2015 ====
Held on July 14th, 2015 at approximately 20:30.
# Arturo Duarte - Exploring the world pt.1
# Lyn - hot glue sewing
# Bioguy - I Need Help!!!111
# Dubi Kaufmann - How to run Google Deep Dream for people who can not set up python very well.

==== June 2015 ====
Held on June 9th, 2015 at approximately 20:30.
# Lyn - T-shirt hacking take two
# Doorman Dave - Physical ATM Security for fun (not profit.)
# Jesse - Wearable show and tell

==== May 2015 ====
Held on May 12th, 2015 at approximately 20:30.
# Hef - Systems update
# Eric & Dave - Grumpermon Talks To His Therapist
# Arturo - Why maps fascinate me

==== April 2015 ====
Held on April 7th, 2015 at approximately 20:30.
# Lyn - Fast and easy costumes for cheap, really fast and really easy
# Bioguy - Identity Theft, a victim's perspective and some lessons learned
# Hef - April 2015 Tech Update
# Arturo - What's going on guys?
# Eric - Tubular Bells

==== March 2015 ====
Held on March 10th, 2015 at approximately 20:30.
# <strike>Doorman Dave - Either "Provisioning a bare metal CoreOS env for Docker(bot) in <300s." or "Uncommonly used and little known features of OpenSSH"</strike>
#* Doorman Dave was too busy being awesome.
# Lyn - Mixmeister, why older is better, sometimes. Subheading ~ music editing from the past.
# Matt - From code to coffee table: a CNC adventure
# Glenn - HP Universal Counter, Rubidium Standard: What they are, why you should care
# Dubi - What Color Is It?
# Noony - How to do an online book tour
# Carl - Google summer of code

==== February 2015 ====
Held on February 10, 2015 at approximately 20:30.
# Lyn - Furby Friend & App
# Bjonnh - Pbbt!
# Rei - Werewolves and Vampires
# Daniel - Microcontrollers Controlling the Lights on Skyscrapers!
# Geneviève - Passports

==== January 2015 ====
January's 300 seconds of fame, as is usual, was reserved for candidates to the board of directors to state their platforms. It was held on January 20, 2015. Specific details about who did the speaking can be found on the [[2015 Elections]] page.

=== 2014 ===
==== December 2014 ====
Held on December 9, 2014 at approximately 8:30pm.
# Derek - How I nailed a tiny computer to a door, or, our in-development RFID entry system
# Sevin - Non-CNC grinding of camshafts (and other awesome things Sevin's company does.)
# Eric - Message Queues, [[Things Bus]] & Distributed Stuff
# Dubi - Remixing music on the beat in reverse order

==== November 2014 ====
Held on November 11th, 2014 at approximately 8:30pm.
# Jenny - Pretty Random Space Pictures
# Hef - On Writing Votes
# Carl - Conky
# Mike Warot - A process for doing synthetic focus photography

==== October 2014 ====
Held on October 14th, 2014 at approximately 8:30pm.
# Hef - tech update
# Jonathan - the benefits of using emacs
# Derek - Hazers and foggers - entertainment atmospheres

==== September 2014 ====
Held on September 9, 2014 at approximately 8:30pm.
# Justin - Derailling the Conversation
# Ryan - 3 phase power basis: Wye use high leg delta?
# Drew - Take the EFF's Tor Challenge! (How to setup a Tor non-exit relay in 5 minutes for $5/mo)
# Will - A Wolf Among Us
# Bry - Head in a Jar (How to poorly put together a costume in a week)
# Eric - Doing What Tac Won't

==== August 2014 ====
Held on August 12th, 2014 at approximately 8:30pm.
# Lyn - Electronic BONANZAAAAAAAA‽
# Bioguy - Hack Your Coffee!
# Arturo - Salvador Dali Cookbook [I've got it!]
# Genevieve - [http://x.hope.net/schedule.html#northkorea 300 Seconds of KP] - aka NEEDSMOARX (The perfect chaser to the Dali cookbook. Dash of projector, sprig of audio, shake until fluffy.) [http://youtu.be/ERLaZ488I6k Link to video showed]

==== July 2014 ====
Held at July 8th, 2014 at approximately 8:30pm.

# Luciano Ramalho (visiting from [http://garoa.net.br/ Garoa Hacker Clube]) -- [http://www.pingo.io/docs/ Pingo]: the "universal" GPIO API
# Carl - Vagrant!
# Ray - USA-OK Chair
# Jenny - Science - Why?

==== June 2014 ====
# Jenny - Causes of the Holocaust
# Arturo Duarte - People that inspire me????
# [[User:justin|Justin T. Conroy]] - Show me the Money!
# [[User:Acatherinenoon|A. Catherine Noon]] - Agent or Non-Agented Submissions for Books - Is It Needed?
# Toba - Stand There and Yap

* Short intermission, and then PowerPoint Karaoke!

# Jonathan
# Ivan
# Jenny
# Justin
# Joseph
# Ella
# Lyn
# GenX
# Toba
# Carl/Sara
[[File:Ps1-karaokepowerpoint.jpg|400px]]

==== May 2014 ====

# Dee Newcum — [http://bit.ly/termdetect bit.ly/termdetect], a GPL project
# Jason - Music visualization
# Jesse - Knitting Circuit Boards
# Jenny - Why is the area of a circle pi*r^2?
# Arturo Duarte - Stuff and more stuff!
# Greg - Robots!

==== April 2014 ====
# Ste - HD Retrovision
# Bjonnh - Reverse engineering in academia
# Mike - How GPS Works
# Dan - First Robotics Competition

==== March 2014 ====
# Eric Stein - What Beer Church Does
# Ryan Pierce - How to make lots of noise and ozone: Tesla coils!
# A. Catherine Noon - What's in a publishing contract? One author's experience.
# Hef - Howto Wiki (projector)
# Nick - Thoughts on Surveillance
# Pete N. - Zymurgy at PS:1 and Random Renaissance Moment

==== February 2014 ====
# Lyn - Creative looms for rubberband items
# Mike - Snaaaake, it's a snaaaake.
# Bry - Lazor Air Ballons
# Justin - 300 Seconds Worth of Servo Stuff
# Hef - Tech Updates - Blog edition. (projector)
# A. Catherine Noon - Getting paid to write books - or, Stories That Make You Late For Work.
# Sacha - I made a tweeting, motion sensing hammer in 72 hours. It changed how I do all my projects

==== January 2014 ====
# Director at Large nominee - Ed Bennett
# Director at Large nominee - Jay Hopkins
# Director at Large nominee - A. Catherine Noon
# CTO nominee - Hef
# Treasurer nominee - Steve Farkas
# Secretary nominee - Rhys Rhaven
# Secretary nominee - Derek Bever
# Vice President nominee - Everett Wilson
# President nominee - Bryanna Denney

=== 2013 ===

==== December 2013 ====
# Mike - The Projective Plane
# Hef - Tech Updates (Including Root For All)
# loans - Modern intelligent lighting
# Ste - Composite Video Encoding/Decoding
# Jerry - Adding Cosinusoidal Functions the Relatively Easy Way, or Phasors
# Kevin - Alexander G. Bell - Electromagnetic noise reduction

==== November 2013 ====
# Andrey Belomutskiy - rusEfi - DIY electronic fuel injection [projector]
# Frank Duncon - Frank talks about netlogo [projector]
# Tac - sqrt(2)
# Hef - State of the technologies

==== October 2013 ====
# Bry - Look at this cake I made (interactive) [projector]
# Joe Walnes - Idea to Kickstarter in 90 days. Sort of.
# Ste Kulov - Digital Logic
# Jerry - 300 More Seconds of Lasers (or: Deblackboxifying the laser cutter a bit)
# eviljoel - Calling your legislature.
# Sacha - Why the lasercutter _really_ doesn't burn through the earth.

==== September 2013 ====
# Kevin - Did A.G.Bell steal the telephone? (Needs Projector)
# Hef - PS1 Technology Update. (Needs Projector)
# Anthony - Searches for Supersymmetry
# Ryan - Stuff I'm working on

==== August 2013 ====

# Hef - [https://members.pumpingstationone.org PS1 Member Site ] - Needs Projector
# Ste - Easy Op-Amps
# Jerry - Lasers: a 300 second primer
# Ryan Pierce - The Polygraph

==== July 2013 ====

# Dash - How to text message from your dreams [projector]
# Ste - Digital-to-Analog Conversion Circuit
# Jamie Becka - Chicago Time Exchange

==== June 2013 ====

# James Longfield - How not to be a dick in the shop
# Jodie Arañas - FIGMENT Chicago [Projector Access]
# Mike Maloney - Groups
# A. Catherine Noon - Finding water
# Jenny Tong - Consciousness and P-Zombies

==== May 2013 ====

# Tim - How to not kill each other with voting
# ste - Thevenin's Theorem
# Patrick O'hara - Dvorak keyboards
# Jesse Seay - Clam Shell Case Pressure Sensor

==== April 2013 ====

# Dee - Important uses of rope           [projector needed]
# Ste - Digital Signal processing
# Mike - Double Negatives

==== March 2013 ====

# - Jenny - Voting Rights Act of 1965
# - Steve - Beer Church - What to do with the mash?
# - Shellie - Amazing world of mail art
# - Mike - DAGS
# - Ste - Linear Interpolation

==== January 2013 ====
Election edition!

# Director at Large nominee - Jesse Seay
# Director at Large nominee - Ed Bennett
# Director at Large nominee - Shawn Blaszak
# Director at Large nominee - Steve Finkleman
# CTO nominee - Josh Krueger
# Treasurer nominee - Steve Farkas
# Secretary nominee - Haley Willis
# Vice President nominee - Bryanna Denney
# President nominee - Eric Stein

=== 2012 ===

==== December 2012 ====

==== November 2012 ====
# - Will McShane - Vinyl advertising as craft material
# - Mike Warot - Hacking a digital caliper

==== October 2012 ====
# - Rhys Raven - Two fine encryption tools
# - Ryan Brandys - Stuff Ryan is doing
# - Patrick Callahan - Power Racing Highlights

==== September 2012 ====
# - Benjamin Sugar - Apps for activists
# - Will McShane - Laser Scrimshaw
# - Brian Chojnowski - Antikythera
# - Donald Jacobson - Fun with 3d printing
# - Dan Locks - Find me a new job

==== August 2012 ====

# Sacha - Inkscape as Engineering Tool
# Aeva - TV hacking
# Will - 30 second chocolate cake
# Todd - Chicago wifi project
# Corinna - Radiohead bear suit
# Anthony - We Found the Higgs

==== July 2012 ====

# Sacha - From 2D to 3D: five techniques for designing objects for laser cutting
# Elory - The Big Draw Chicago
# Trevor - on behalf of the vinyl cutter
# Will - 1956 Erector set

==== June 2012 ====

# Ed - Electronic Cactus

==== May 2012 ====

# Jesse - introduction to me and my work
# Adam - Apollo 13
# Steve - Doors
# Todd - wifi project
# Sacha - Relative Risk and You
# Brian - Antikythera

==== April 2012 ====

# Rhys - Bitcoin
# Dwayne Johnson - Washcloth Robot
# Sacha De'Angeli - Photoduino Booth
# Avner - Mozilla Open Badges and Hackerspaces

==== March 2012 ====

# Eric Stein - Actual TARDIS
# Jimmy Trevor - Wanderer's Poetry
# Andrew Valkanas - Hacker, hack thy self
# Avner - Kombucha: What the #$*& is that, and can I have some?
# Adam - Artificial pancreas
# Jay - Economics and the technological singularity

==== February 2012 ====
Date change: February 7!

# Eric Stein - mkpuzzle
# Steve - Eagle to Finished Circuit Board in Two Hours
# Jenny Tong - Hacking People
# Brian Kung - Hacking Movement
# Kathy - Sea Chanties
# Ben Smith - Infolens Storage
# Sacha - Intro to Do-ocracies and Bicycle Shedding
# Colin - Stuff I Do
# Pocket Factory - Clap Rap
# Anthony - Hack the Universe
# Chris - dropping some rhymes
# Mike Warot - Computer Security Can Be Fixed

==== January 2012 ====
Election edition!

# Director at Large nominee - Eric
# Director at Large nominee - Dan Meyer
# Director at Large nominee - Steve
# CTO nominee - Eric
# Treasurer nominee - Ish
# BREAK! Cell Stretcher: an Open Science Project - Gerry
# Secretary nominee - Shawn
# Secretary nominee - Patrick
# Vice President nominee - Shawn
# Vice President nominee - Patrick
# President nominee - Tim
# BREAK! Thanks for all you've made in the past year - Anne
# Vice President nominee - Jim

=== 2011 ===

==== December 2011 ====
# Tricopter - Dan
# Osloom's linear actuator - Ed
# Making things for fun and profit - Tim
# NaNoWriYe - Laurie
# Open Science - Ben

==== November 2011 ====
# Awesome Award (and photos) - Chris and Sacha
# The Awesome Foundation - Chris
# Making a Daft Punk Helmet, and Why You Shouldn't - Nick
# telling us about how rad glassblowing is - Daniel from Hotglass Chicago
# journal reading - Beth
# The Saga of Juan - Jim
# Open Science: What it is and why it's cool - Sacha
# Chatlight: Embodying the Internet - Eric
# virtual focus - mike
# digeridoo performance - geoffrey

==== October 2011 ====
# Dan Meyer: Fab Lab Circuit Bending Workshop Video
# Ashley from i3 - Engineering Education: We're Doing it Wrong
# Tim - Businesses as Projects

==== September 2011 ====
# Jim - More Stories from the Balloon Factory
# Lindsay -Ghetto prom 2011

==== August 2011 ====
# Chromium and you - Sacha
# Textile changes - Avner and Lindsay and Tim
# Image processing for cool results - Eric Stein
# One damn beautiful hackerspace - Tim
# Dabble - Anne
# Defcon - Dan

==== June 2011 ====
# Will - Fresh Paint
# John - Electronics for Popups
# Jess - World Naked Bike Ride
# Ish - Apps that break the game
# Tomer - Sarah Palin in a box on acid, or ecstasy
# Adrianna - Song for Pluto

==== May 2011 ====

# Nick - HAL740: An Introduction to DIY Home Automation
# Rhys - Pirates, Hackers, and ADC
# Shawn Blaszak presents the fantastical tangled tale of how I earned my semi-ersatz Erdos number and my surprisingly believable Bacon number
# Jordan - Cricut hacks
# Jim - More Stories from the Balloon Factory
# Matt/digipengi - Protect Your Shit
# Avner - GGHC

==== April 2011 ====

# Kyle - Passive Agressive: Interpreting and Reinterpreting Passive Digital Media
# Dustin - Firefox 4 and Mozilla
# Jim - My Bike and a special announcement
# Sacha - How Open Source Saved My Company
# Eric - How to Wiki

==== March 2011 ====

# Joe - Waking up a la Flava Flav
# Jonathan - Extracting Coffee
# Jim - Hipster Nascar and the Balloon Factory
# Eric - Freegeek
# Rhys - Wireless Chording Keyboard on Thingiverse

==== February 2011 ====

# Avner - Vertical garden
# Joe - Where's Waldo?
# Dan - Small CNC
# Patrick - Things I'm doing
# Jim - Stories from the balloon factory
# David - Time-lapse CHDK photography
# Ben - Macaroni and cheese

==== January 2011 ====
Election edition!

# Jordan Bunker (At Large)
# Jim Burke (At Large)
# Shawn Blasak (At Large)
# Asher - hacking the five minute play
# Rhys (CTO)
# Tim "How to hand-cut a mortise and tenon (badly)"
# Ishmael Rufus (Treasurer)
# Patrick (Secretary)
# Idan - Skiboard
# Nathan Witt (Vice President)
# Anne Petersen (President)
# Sacha De'Angeli (Nothing)

=== 2010 ===

==== December 2010 ====

# Sarah - Member survey
# Jordan, Ish, Rhys, Nathan, Tim - Open Door Hackathon
# Dan - CNC PhlatPrinter
# Tim - Top reasons why you can't juggle
# Joshua Rothhaas - Tinkering School comes to Chicago
# Jay - PCs Uncased
# Sacha - ChiHack
# Patrick - XMas64 Part 2: Electric Boogaloo
# Nathan - Pledge drive
# Jaku and John - RFID jacket
# Tomer

==== November 2010 ====

# Patrick - XMass64 v0.1
# Dustin - Hacking Elections
# Tim - Laser Cutters and you
# Tim and Jordan - Hackerspace valuation, a proposal

==== October 2010 ====

# Bill Mania - Team Frednet and the Google Lunar X Prize
# Joe - Joe's Fantastic Voyage
# dustin - buildbot
# arthur - xray scattering
# Vimby - The world premier of Scion's Take on the Machine, Pumping Station: One

==== September 2010 ====
# Patrick - Patrick
# Sacha - Chemical burns and electric shocks: making atomically sharp needles for fun and profit.
# Sacha - Fish or eat sushi: dumping unprofitable projects for fun and profit.
# Dan - Knots? That's Awesome

==== August 2010 ====
# How to Fail at Physics by Sacha
# Clear Hotspot by Matt
# Mister Rogers on Ecstasy in a Box by Tomer
# Open Up by Willow

==== July 13, 2010 ====

# How to Identify Someone Who Practises Hacking by Tim
# PRS by Jim
# Rival Spaces by Steve
# Optimizing PS:One by Anne

==== June 8, 2010 ====

# Stuff I keep in my pockets by Patrick
# Shadelab by Alex Gilliam
# More tales from the balloon factory by Jim
# MakerBot by Patrick
# Breakfast Cleanup Club results by Anne
# chain maille by Jakub
# Geek Pranks by Patrick
# NeighborCon by Travis

==== May 11, 2010 ====

# Firespinning by Sc00bz
# Taking inventory of PS1's stuff and how you can help by Tim
# The Space Shuttle and the Horse's Rear End by Jeff
# MakerBot by Patrick
# Audio Arduino by Joe Fallon

==== April 13, 2010 ====

# tobtu.com by Sc00bz
# Welcome Tomerica by Tomer
# Tech Workers of the World Unite! by Steve Goodpaster
# Chip Decapping by Travis Goodspeed
# Creative Re-Use by Carl Boyd
# The Jew's Harp by Jimmy P. Rogers
# Malicious GPU Kernel by Travis Goodspeed

==== March 9, 2010 ====

# First Robotics by Ryan Lanham
# A Hackerspace's Guide to... oh, you stopped reading, didn't you by Sacha De'Angeli
# 10 Awesome Things You Probably Didn't Know About Neuroanatomy by Frag
# Digeridoo by Geoffrey
# Arduino Radio by Joseph Fallon
# Please Pirate by Pete
# Fiddling Around by Sarah S.
# Things That Happen to Me at the Balloon Factory by Jim
# Democratizing Video Surveillance by Ella
# Fun Raising by Eric Hanley

==== February 9, 2010 ====

# Peoplehacking II: A Numerically and Biologically Intensive Solution to Losing Weight or: The Engineers' Guide to Weight Loss or: Four Formulae For The Reduction Of Operational Mass by Sacha De'Angeli
# Maker Fair: Get Excited! by Ryan Lanham
# Photography Rights: an educational rant on where it's legal to take pictures by Anne Petersen
# RepRap report: progress! by camo
# Brawndo: The Messy Hackerspace MUTILATOR by Tim Saylor

== Creative Commons licensing and attribution ==
Content is available under [http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/3.0/ Attribution-Noncommercial-Share Alike 3.0 Unported], cribbed generously from the wiki about [https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Five_Minutes_of_Fame/ Noisebridge's similar event].

300 Seconds of fame

2015-10-13T15:40:35Z

Jesseseay: /* October 2015 */

2nd Tuesdays of each month at PS:One, you! yes YOU! get to hear your fellow members, geeks, and other associated community-minded people present to whoever wants to show up, but only for 300 seconds apiece.

You've got five minutes. Use it wisely.

== What is it? ==

300 Seconds of Fame (300SoF) is a combination/alteration of PS:One's separate [http://pumpingstationone.org/2009/11/lightning-talks-at-pumping-station-one/ lightning talks] and [http://pumpingstationone.org/2009/11/pechakucha-night-at-psone/ Pecha Kucha night], taking in elements from [https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Five_Minutes_of_Fame Noisebridge's Five Minutes of Fame], which in turn is an adaptation of CCC's Lightning Talks. The idea is that we hold about an hour's worth of 5 minute open mic slots. You can run shorter, but not longer, than five minutes.

Within those parameters, what is it? Glad you asked.

It can be a presentation, a musical number, a demonstration, a debate, a run-through of a proof of concept, performance art, live circuit bending, etc, etc, ad nauseum. Will it fit into five minutes, be feasible for the space, and be appreciated by an audience? Go for it.

== When and Where does it happen? ==

Second Tuesday of every month after the 8pm meeting at PS:One.

== Why are we doing this? ==

* Easy way to find out what's going on at PS:One -- no need to sit through long lectures.
* Some people are working on projects that are not ready for a full 30 minute or hour long talk, but they want to get their ideas out. Maybe they need help; maybe they want to propose an idea to the PS:One community.
* Some people are shy about public speaking and want to practice without giving an "official" conference talk, which can be daunting. This is a great way to try it out in a community of peers.
* These days, many of us are becoming entrepreneurs to one extent or another. If you're trying to sell your idea to someone, you need to be able to explain it in five minutes or less.
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Discordianism#Law_of_Fives "The Law of Fives"]

== How can I participate? ==

Easy - sign up to give a talk! Contact Justin (`justin on irc OR justin (at) conroy dot in) or add your talk to the "Next" section below.

Include your name (or handle) and talk title, as well as whether or not you'll need projector access.

== How can I attend? ==

Just show up!

== Next 300SoF ==
==== October 2015 ====
To be held on October 13, 2015 at approximately 20:30.
# Visiting Artist David Kadish - [http://davidkadish.com/portfolio/inorganisms/ Inorganisms]

== Past 300SoF ==
=== 2015 ===
==== August 2015 ====
Held on August 11th, 2015 at approximately 20:30.
# [[User:Skm|Sheila]] - Doom doom doom [https://discourse.pumpingstationone.org/t/300-seconds-of-doom/65]
# [[User:anthony|Anthony]] - Light is Dumb
# [[User:jenx|Geneviève]] - Special Remote Edition: @rad1obadge and #CCCamp15
# [[User:Dubi|Dubi]] - Stop Light Version
# [[User:sl01|Sloan]] - Kiasma; A Steven Holl Building
# [[User:Lyn|Lyn]] - views of Chicago from a helicopter
# [[User:bry|Bry]] - All the cat gifs that didn't fit in Doorman Dave/Hef's presentation
# [[User:ad9581|Arturo Duarte]] - Exploring the world pt.2
# [[User:sylphiae|Jenny]] - What I Learned in Detroit
# [[User:kuroishi|Doorman Dave]]/[[User:hef|Hef]] - Introducing Discourse

==== July 2015 ====
Held on July 14th, 2015 at approximately 20:30.
# Arturo Duarte - Exploring the world pt.1
# Lyn - hot glue sewing
# Bioguy - I Need Help!!!111
# Dubi Kaufmann - How to run Google Deep Dream for people who can not set up python very well.

==== June 2015 ====
Held on June 9th, 2015 at approximately 20:30.
# Lyn - T-shirt hacking take two
# Doorman Dave - Physical ATM Security for fun (not profit.)
# Jesse - Wearable show and tell

==== May 2015 ====
Held on May 12th, 2015 at approximately 20:30.
# Hef - Systems update
# Eric & Dave - Grumpermon Talks To His Therapist
# Arturo - Why maps fascinate me

==== April 2015 ====
Held on April 7th, 2015 at approximately 20:30.
# Lyn - Fast and easy costumes for cheap, really fast and really easy
# Bioguy - Identity Theft, a victim's perspective and some lessons learned
# Hef - April 2015 Tech Update
# Arturo - What's going on guys?
# Eric - Tubular Bells

==== March 2015 ====
Held on March 10th, 2015 at approximately 20:30.
# <strike>Doorman Dave - Either "Provisioning a bare metal CoreOS env for Docker(bot) in <300s." or "Uncommonly used and little known features of OpenSSH"</strike>
#* Doorman Dave was too busy being awesome.
# Lyn - Mixmeister, why older is better, sometimes. Subheading ~ music editing from the past.
# Matt - From code to coffee table: a CNC adventure
# Glenn - HP Universal Counter, Rubidium Standard: What they are, why you should care
# Dubi - What Color Is It?
# Noony - How to do an online book tour
# Carl - Google summer of code

==== February 2015 ====
Held on February 10, 2015 at approximately 20:30.
# Lyn - Furby Friend & App
# Bjonnh - Pbbt!
# Rei - Werewolves and Vampires
# Daniel - Microcontrollers Controlling the Lights on Skyscrapers!
# Geneviève - Passports

==== January 2015 ====
January's 300 seconds of fame, as is usual, was reserved for candidates to the board of directors to state their platforms. It was held on January 20, 2015. Specific details about who did the speaking can be found on the [[2015 Elections]] page.

=== 2014 ===
==== December 2014 ====
Held on December 9, 2014 at approximately 8:30pm.
# Derek - How I nailed a tiny computer to a door, or, our in-development RFID entry system
# Sevin - Non-CNC grinding of camshafts (and other awesome things Sevin's company does.)
# Eric - Message Queues, [[Things Bus]] & Distributed Stuff
# Dubi - Remixing music on the beat in reverse order

==== November 2014 ====
Held on November 11th, 2014 at approximately 8:30pm.
# Jenny - Pretty Random Space Pictures
# Hef - On Writing Votes
# Carl - Conky
# Mike Warot - A process for doing synthetic focus photography

==== October 2014 ====
Held on October 14th, 2014 at approximately 8:30pm.
# Hef - tech update
# Jonathan - the benefits of using emacs
# Derek - Hazers and foggers - entertainment atmospheres

==== September 2014 ====
Held on September 9, 2014 at approximately 8:30pm.
# Justin - Derailling the Conversation
# Ryan - 3 phase power basis: Wye use high leg delta?
# Drew - Take the EFF's Tor Challenge! (How to setup a Tor non-exit relay in 5 minutes for $5/mo)
# Will - A Wolf Among Us
# Bry - Head in a Jar (How to poorly put together a costume in a week)
# Eric - Doing What Tac Won't

==== August 2014 ====
Held on August 12th, 2014 at approximately 8:30pm.
# Lyn - Electronic BONANZAAAAAAAA‽
# Bioguy - Hack Your Coffee!
# Arturo - Salvador Dali Cookbook [I've got it!]
# Genevieve - [http://x.hope.net/schedule.html#northkorea 300 Seconds of KP] - aka NEEDSMOARX (The perfect chaser to the Dali cookbook. Dash of projector, sprig of audio, shake until fluffy.) [http://youtu.be/ERLaZ488I6k Link to video showed]

==== July 2014 ====
Held at July 8th, 2014 at approximately 8:30pm.

# Luciano Ramalho (visiting from [http://garoa.net.br/ Garoa Hacker Clube]) -- [http://www.pingo.io/docs/ Pingo]: the "universal" GPIO API
# Carl - Vagrant!
# Ray - USA-OK Chair
# Jenny - Science - Why?

==== June 2014 ====
# Jenny - Causes of the Holocaust
# Arturo Duarte - People that inspire me????
# [[User:justin|Justin T. Conroy]] - Show me the Money!
# [[User:Acatherinenoon|A. Catherine Noon]] - Agent or Non-Agented Submissions for Books - Is It Needed?
# Toba - Stand There and Yap

* Short intermission, and then PowerPoint Karaoke!

# Jonathan
# Ivan
# Jenny
# Justin
# Joseph
# Ella
# Lyn
# GenX
# Toba
# Carl/Sara
[[File:Ps1-karaokepowerpoint.jpg|400px]]

==== May 2014 ====

# Dee Newcum — [http://bit.ly/termdetect bit.ly/termdetect], a GPL project
# Jason - Music visualization
# Jesse - Knitting Circuit Boards
# Jenny - Why is the area of a circle pi*r^2?
# Arturo Duarte - Stuff and more stuff!
# Greg - Robots!

==== April 2014 ====
# Ste - HD Retrovision
# Bjonnh - Reverse engineering in academia
# Mike - How GPS Works
# Dan - First Robotics Competition

==== March 2014 ====
# Eric Stein - What Beer Church Does
# Ryan Pierce - How to make lots of noise and ozone: Tesla coils!
# A. Catherine Noon - What's in a publishing contract? One author's experience.
# Hef - Howto Wiki (projector)
# Nick - Thoughts on Surveillance
# Pete N. - Zymurgy at PS:1 and Random Renaissance Moment

==== February 2014 ====
# Lyn - Creative looms for rubberband items
# Mike - Snaaaake, it's a snaaaake.
# Bry - Lazor Air Ballons
# Justin - 300 Seconds Worth of Servo Stuff
# Hef - Tech Updates - Blog edition. (projector)
# A. Catherine Noon - Getting paid to write books - or, Stories That Make You Late For Work.
# Sacha - I made a tweeting, motion sensing hammer in 72 hours. It changed how I do all my projects

==== January 2014 ====
# Director at Large nominee - Ed Bennett
# Director at Large nominee - Jay Hopkins
# Director at Large nominee - A. Catherine Noon
# CTO nominee - Hef
# Treasurer nominee - Steve Farkas
# Secretary nominee - Rhys Rhaven
# Secretary nominee - Derek Bever
# Vice President nominee - Everett Wilson
# President nominee - Bryanna Denney

=== 2013 ===

==== December 2013 ====
# Mike - The Projective Plane
# Hef - Tech Updates (Including Root For All)
# loans - Modern intelligent lighting
# Ste - Composite Video Encoding/Decoding
# Jerry - Adding Cosinusoidal Functions the Relatively Easy Way, or Phasors
# Kevin - Alexander G. Bell - Electromagnetic noise reduction

==== November 2013 ====
# Andrey Belomutskiy - rusEfi - DIY electronic fuel injection [projector]
# Frank Duncon - Frank talks about netlogo [projector]
# Tac - sqrt(2)
# Hef - State of the technologies

==== October 2013 ====
# Bry - Look at this cake I made (interactive) [projector]
# Joe Walnes - Idea to Kickstarter in 90 days. Sort of.
# Ste Kulov - Digital Logic
# Jerry - 300 More Seconds of Lasers (or: Deblackboxifying the laser cutter a bit)
# eviljoel - Calling your legislature.
# Sacha - Why the lasercutter _really_ doesn't burn through the earth.

==== September 2013 ====
# Kevin - Did A.G.Bell steal the telephone? (Needs Projector)
# Hef - PS1 Technology Update. (Needs Projector)
# Anthony - Searches for Supersymmetry
# Ryan - Stuff I'm working on

==== August 2013 ====

# Hef - [https://members.pumpingstationone.org PS1 Member Site ] - Needs Projector
# Ste - Easy Op-Amps
# Jerry - Lasers: a 300 second primer
# Ryan Pierce - The Polygraph

==== July 2013 ====

# Dash - How to text message from your dreams [projector]
# Ste - Digital-to-Analog Conversion Circuit
# Jamie Becka - Chicago Time Exchange

==== June 2013 ====

# James Longfield - How not to be a dick in the shop
# Jodie Arañas - FIGMENT Chicago [Projector Access]
# Mike Maloney - Groups
# A. Catherine Noon - Finding water
# Jenny Tong - Consciousness and P-Zombies

==== May 2013 ====

# Tim - How to not kill each other with voting
# ste - Thevenin's Theorem
# Patrick O'hara - Dvorak keyboards
# Jesse Seay - Clam Shell Case Pressure Sensor

==== April 2013 ====

# Dee - Important uses of rope           [projector needed]
# Ste - Digital Signal processing
# Mike - Double Negatives

==== March 2013 ====

# - Jenny - Voting Rights Act of 1965
# - Steve - Beer Church - What to do with the mash?
# - Shellie - Amazing world of mail art
# - Mike - DAGS
# - Ste - Linear Interpolation

==== January 2013 ====
Election edition!

# Director at Large nominee - Jesse Seay
# Director at Large nominee - Ed Bennett
# Director at Large nominee - Shawn Blaszak
# Director at Large nominee - Steve Finkleman
# CTO nominee - Josh Krueger
# Treasurer nominee - Steve Farkas
# Secretary nominee - Haley Willis
# Vice President nominee - Bryanna Denney
# President nominee - Eric Stein

=== 2012 ===

==== December 2012 ====

==== November 2012 ====
# - Will McShane - Vinyl advertising as craft material
# - Mike Warot - Hacking a digital caliper

==== October 2012 ====
# - Rhys Raven - Two fine encryption tools
# - Ryan Brandys - Stuff Ryan is doing
# - Patrick Callahan - Power Racing Highlights

==== September 2012 ====
# - Benjamin Sugar - Apps for activists
# - Will McShane - Laser Scrimshaw
# - Brian Chojnowski - Antikythera
# - Donald Jacobson - Fun with 3d printing
# - Dan Locks - Find me a new job

==== August 2012 ====

# Sacha - Inkscape as Engineering Tool
# Aeva - TV hacking
# Will - 30 second chocolate cake
# Todd - Chicago wifi project
# Corinna - Radiohead bear suit
# Anthony - We Found the Higgs

==== July 2012 ====

# Sacha - From 2D to 3D: five techniques for designing objects for laser cutting
# Elory - The Big Draw Chicago
# Trevor - on behalf of the vinyl cutter
# Will - 1956 Erector set

==== June 2012 ====

# Ed - Electronic Cactus

==== May 2012 ====

# Jesse - introduction to me and my work
# Adam - Apollo 13
# Steve - Doors
# Todd - wifi project
# Sacha - Relative Risk and You
# Brian - Antikythera

==== April 2012 ====

# Rhys - Bitcoin
# Dwayne Johnson - Washcloth Robot
# Sacha De'Angeli - Photoduino Booth
# Avner - Mozilla Open Badges and Hackerspaces

==== March 2012 ====

# Eric Stein - Actual TARDIS
# Jimmy Trevor - Wanderer's Poetry
# Andrew Valkanas - Hacker, hack thy self
# Avner - Kombucha: What the #$*& is that, and can I have some?
# Adam - Artificial pancreas
# Jay - Economics and the technological singularity

==== February 2012 ====
Date change: February 7!

# Eric Stein - mkpuzzle
# Steve - Eagle to Finished Circuit Board in Two Hours
# Jenny Tong - Hacking People
# Brian Kung - Hacking Movement
# Kathy - Sea Chanties
# Ben Smith - Infolens Storage
# Sacha - Intro to Do-ocracies and Bicycle Shedding
# Colin - Stuff I Do
# Pocket Factory - Clap Rap
# Anthony - Hack the Universe
# Chris - dropping some rhymes
# Mike Warot - Computer Security Can Be Fixed

==== January 2012 ====
Election edition!

# Director at Large nominee - Eric
# Director at Large nominee - Dan Meyer
# Director at Large nominee - Steve
# CTO nominee - Eric
# Treasurer nominee - Ish
# BREAK! Cell Stretcher: an Open Science Project - Gerry
# Secretary nominee - Shawn
# Secretary nominee - Patrick
# Vice President nominee - Shawn
# Vice President nominee - Patrick
# President nominee - Tim
# BREAK! Thanks for all you've made in the past year - Anne
# Vice President nominee - Jim

=== 2011 ===

==== December 2011 ====
# Tricopter - Dan
# Osloom's linear actuator - Ed
# Making things for fun and profit - Tim
# NaNoWriYe - Laurie
# Open Science - Ben

==== November 2011 ====
# Awesome Award (and photos) - Chris and Sacha
# The Awesome Foundation - Chris
# Making a Daft Punk Helmet, and Why You Shouldn't - Nick
# telling us about how rad glassblowing is - Daniel from Hotglass Chicago
# journal reading - Beth
# The Saga of Juan - Jim
# Open Science: What it is and why it's cool - Sacha
# Chatlight: Embodying the Internet - Eric
# virtual focus - mike
# digeridoo performance - geoffrey

==== October 2011 ====
# Dan Meyer: Fab Lab Circuit Bending Workshop Video
# Ashley from i3 - Engineering Education: We're Doing it Wrong
# Tim - Businesses as Projects

==== September 2011 ====
# Jim - More Stories from the Balloon Factory
# Lindsay -Ghetto prom 2011

==== August 2011 ====
# Chromium and you - Sacha
# Textile changes - Avner and Lindsay and Tim
# Image processing for cool results - Eric Stein
# One damn beautiful hackerspace - Tim
# Dabble - Anne
# Defcon - Dan

==== June 2011 ====
# Will - Fresh Paint
# John - Electronics for Popups
# Jess - World Naked Bike Ride
# Ish - Apps that break the game
# Tomer - Sarah Palin in a box on acid, or ecstasy
# Adrianna - Song for Pluto

==== May 2011 ====

# Nick - HAL740: An Introduction to DIY Home Automation
# Rhys - Pirates, Hackers, and ADC
# Shawn Blaszak presents the fantastical tangled tale of how I earned my semi-ersatz Erdos number and my surprisingly believable Bacon number
# Jordan - Cricut hacks
# Jim - More Stories from the Balloon Factory
# Matt/digipengi - Protect Your Shit
# Avner - GGHC

==== April 2011 ====

# Kyle - Passive Agressive: Interpreting and Reinterpreting Passive Digital Media
# Dustin - Firefox 4 and Mozilla
# Jim - My Bike and a special announcement
# Sacha - How Open Source Saved My Company
# Eric - How to Wiki

==== March 2011 ====

# Joe - Waking up a la Flava Flav
# Jonathan - Extracting Coffee
# Jim - Hipster Nascar and the Balloon Factory
# Eric - Freegeek
# Rhys - Wireless Chording Keyboard on Thingiverse

==== February 2011 ====

# Avner - Vertical garden
# Joe - Where's Waldo?
# Dan - Small CNC
# Patrick - Things I'm doing
# Jim - Stories from the balloon factory
# David - Time-lapse CHDK photography
# Ben - Macaroni and cheese

==== January 2011 ====
Election edition!

# Jordan Bunker (At Large)
# Jim Burke (At Large)
# Shawn Blasak (At Large)
# Asher - hacking the five minute play
# Rhys (CTO)
# Tim "How to hand-cut a mortise and tenon (badly)"
# Ishmael Rufus (Treasurer)
# Patrick (Secretary)
# Idan - Skiboard
# Nathan Witt (Vice President)
# Anne Petersen (President)
# Sacha De'Angeli (Nothing)

=== 2010 ===

==== December 2010 ====

# Sarah - Member survey
# Jordan, Ish, Rhys, Nathan, Tim - Open Door Hackathon
# Dan - CNC PhlatPrinter
# Tim - Top reasons why you can't juggle
# Joshua Rothhaas - Tinkering School comes to Chicago
# Jay - PCs Uncased
# Sacha - ChiHack
# Patrick - XMas64 Part 2: Electric Boogaloo
# Nathan - Pledge drive
# Jaku and John - RFID jacket
# Tomer

==== November 2010 ====

# Patrick - XMass64 v0.1
# Dustin - Hacking Elections
# Tim - Laser Cutters and you
# Tim and Jordan - Hackerspace valuation, a proposal

==== October 2010 ====

# Bill Mania - Team Frednet and the Google Lunar X Prize
# Joe - Joe's Fantastic Voyage
# dustin - buildbot
# arthur - xray scattering
# Vimby - The world premier of Scion's Take on the Machine, Pumping Station: One

==== September 2010 ====
# Patrick - Patrick
# Sacha - Chemical burns and electric shocks: making atomically sharp needles for fun and profit.
# Sacha - Fish or eat sushi: dumping unprofitable projects for fun and profit.
# Dan - Knots? That's Awesome

==== August 2010 ====
# How to Fail at Physics by Sacha
# Clear Hotspot by Matt
# Mister Rogers on Ecstasy in a Box by Tomer
# Open Up by Willow

==== July 13, 2010 ====

# How to Identify Someone Who Practises Hacking by Tim
# PRS by Jim
# Rival Spaces by Steve
# Optimizing PS:One by Anne

==== June 8, 2010 ====

# Stuff I keep in my pockets by Patrick
# Shadelab by Alex Gilliam
# More tales from the balloon factory by Jim
# MakerBot by Patrick
# Breakfast Cleanup Club results by Anne
# chain maille by Jakub
# Geek Pranks by Patrick
# NeighborCon by Travis

==== May 11, 2010 ====

# Firespinning by Sc00bz
# Taking inventory of PS1's stuff and how you can help by Tim
# The Space Shuttle and the Horse's Rear End by Jeff
# MakerBot by Patrick
# Audio Arduino by Joe Fallon

==== April 13, 2010 ====

# tobtu.com by Sc00bz
# Welcome Tomerica by Tomer
# Tech Workers of the World Unite! by Steve Goodpaster
# Chip Decapping by Travis Goodspeed
# Creative Re-Use by Carl Boyd
# The Jew's Harp by Jimmy P. Rogers
# Malicious GPU Kernel by Travis Goodspeed

==== March 9, 2010 ====

# First Robotics by Ryan Lanham
# A Hackerspace's Guide to... oh, you stopped reading, didn't you by Sacha De'Angeli
# 10 Awesome Things You Probably Didn't Know About Neuroanatomy by Frag
# Digeridoo by Geoffrey
# Arduino Radio by Joseph Fallon
# Please Pirate by Pete
# Fiddling Around by Sarah S.
# Things That Happen to Me at the Balloon Factory by Jim
# Democratizing Video Surveillance by Ella
# Fun Raising by Eric Hanley

==== February 9, 2010 ====

# Peoplehacking II: A Numerically and Biologically Intensive Solution to Losing Weight or: The Engineers' Guide to Weight Loss or: Four Formulae For The Reduction Of Operational Mass by Sacha De'Angeli
# Maker Fair: Get Excited! by Ryan Lanham
# Photography Rights: an educational rant on where it's legal to take pictures by Anne Petersen
# RepRap report: progress! by camo
# Brawndo: The Messy Hackerspace MUTILATOR by Tim Saylor

== Creative Commons licensing and attribution ==
Content is available under [http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/3.0/ Attribution-Noncommercial-Share Alike 3.0 Unported], cribbed generously from the wiki about [https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Five_Minutes_of_Fame/ Noisebridge's similar event].

Shopbot PRS CNC router

2015-02-13T02:22:19Z

Jesseseay: /* Tutorials */

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|serial = TBD.
|certification = yes
|hackable = no
|model = Shopbot PRS #10108 96-48
|arrived = 2014
|image = Shopbot.jpg
|doesitwork = yes
|contact = Elizabeth, Bart
|where = TBD
|value = $16000
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= Shopbot PRS #10108 96-48 =
http://www.shopbottools.com/mProducts/prSstandard.htm
Nominal Cutting Area 96"x 48"x 6" (2.44m x 1.22m x .15m)
Total Movement Area 102" x 50" x 8" (2.59m x 1.27m x .20m)
= Authorization for this tool by authorized proctors only =
== Authorized Proctors ==
{| class="wikitable" border="1"
|-
|Elizabeth Koprucki
|Danger Committee
|-
|Bart Dring
|Danger Committee
|-
|Ryan Pierce
|Danger Committee
|-
|Nathan Ellis
|Danger Committee
|-
|Michael Skilton
|Danger Committee
|-
|Khoi Nguyen
|Michael Skilton
|-
|Andrew Camardella
|Elizabeth Koprucki
|-
|}

== How to Become an Authorized Proctor ==
Get an ok from the area host. Successfully run an authorization supervised by an authorized proctor.
It's recommended that initial authorizations be limited to 2 or less.

= Documentation =

[[File:Shopbotassembly.pdf]]

[[File:Squaringshopbot.pdf|Squaring the ShopBot]]

[[File:Programming_handbook.pdf]]

[[File:PRS Maintenance Schedule.pdf]]

[[File:SBG00142 User Guide 2013 05 01.pdf]]

[[File:B17P.763_Schematic.pdf]] - Omer Nail Gun Documentation

[http://www.shopbottools.com/ShopBotDocs/files/quick%20start%20guide%202013%2007%2023.pdf QuickStart]

= Tutorials =
[http://academy.cba.mit.edu/content/tutorials/akf/Downloads/ShopBot%20Trainings/router_bit_basics.pdf Router Bit Basics for CNC]

[https://groups.google.com/forum/?fromgroups=#!searchin/pumping-station-one/shopbot Shopbot Threads on Member List]

[https://groups.google.com/forum/?fromgroups=#!searchin/pumping-station-one/shopbot Shopbot Forum]

== User Tips & Troubleshooting Reports ==
Add your experiences with feeds and speeds or other tips here.
https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/Shopbot_User_Tips

Add troubleshooting reports here
https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/Shopbot_Troubleshooting_Reports

== Authorization Checklist ==

This is here as a checklist for proctors to follow when authorizing people. It can also help remind you of things after you are authorized. Just reading this does not authorizing you.

* How to get authorized
** Watch [https://groups.google.com/forum/#!forum/pumping-station-one the forum] for announcements or ask on that forum if no announcements have been made for a few weeks.

* Authorization group size
** About 4 (each person will run a job)

* Safety
** Safety Glasses
** Hearing Protection
** Dust Protection

* What can go wrong (and what to do)

* How does machine work
** Axes
** Motors
** Spindle

* Daily Maintenance
** Spindle bearing warm up.
*** The "C5" warm up routine should be run on the first job of the day. It runs the spindle at 3 speeds for 3 minutes each to warm up the bearings. (When it doubt, warm it up)

* Extended Maintenance
** See maintenance schedule file under documentation.
** Grease the racks
** Use Grease type: Manual states any type is safe there is some in the draw

* Machine Control
** Turn on sequence
*** Log into computer
*** Turn on Shopbot big red and yellow twist switch (see zeroing below)
*** Insert Key and turn to "engaged" position.
*** The VDF should light up, the spindle fan should be on.
*** Start "Shopbot 3" program.
*** Open Tools...Spindle RPM Control menu (to allow RPM control)
**** Make sure collet is tightened or no tool or nut is installed
**** Run the C5 warm up routine
** Jogging
*** Keypad
*** Arrow Keys + Page Up, Page Down (ctrl for fast jog)

* CAM Software
** Vectric V Carve
** Just the basics...separate class for advanced V Carve.
** Online videos

* Running your Job
** Zeroing X & Y
*** With machine off slow push gantry towards X0 until it hits hard stops (optional)
*** Turn on big red switch while still holding gantry.
*** Jog machine away from X0 Y0 so machine will find switches
*** Click X, Y zero button.
** Zeroing Z (top of work piece)
*** Jog over your work piece
*** Place Z zero plate on work piece under the bit
*** Place clip on bit
*** Test connection by touching plate to bit and watch for light #1 to light
*** Click the Z 0 button (it will touch off twice!!!)
*** If Z is critical, you may want to verify that your bit has been zeroed properly by using a "MZ,0" command over the surface you have zeroed the bit to. Repeat zeroing if not correct.

* Waste Board and clamping

* Collets, Bits, Feeds and Speeds
** Collets
*** We currently have collets for 1/2, 1/4, 3/16 and 1/8" shank bits.
*** Try to keep them clean and store them away from dust between uses. Dust between the gaps will produce runout. The drawer mounted under the Shopbot is the right place to store these items.
*** If the collet nuts are not threading smoothly try cleaning the threads with a small brush, spindle threads as well.
** Bits
*** Use bits designed for the material you are cutting. Don't just steal a bits from the Bridgeport. They won't do a good job and will probably overheat.
*** For cutting out things, use the smallest appropriate bit. Using a 1/2" bit to cutout will just create a lot of mess.

* ShopBot should not be used for...
** Metals other than aluminum
** Cutting anything that requires coolant or lubricant (it will wreck the waste board)
** Ripping lumber (use the table saw)
** Thickness Planning (Use the planner if you can)
** Drilling holes with drill bits (a small end mill works better)

* How to leave the machine (be excellent)
** Machine
*** Home the machine to X0, Y0
*** Turn off both switches
*** Remove Key
*** Remove bit and collet.
*** Place both collet wrenches on top of electronics box
*** clean up work area
*** Smooth out waste board if you puckered it at all.
*** Check if the dust collector needs to be emptied

** Post a picture please :-)

== Pre-Flight Checklist ==
* Did you home the machine?
* Is the dust collect gate open?
* Are you sure you have the right X, Y orientation for your file and material?
* Did you set the proper X,Y zero for your work piece on the Shopbot.
* Is the correct bit installed and tight?
* Is the key in and turned on?
* Is the dust skirt set right so it does not get smashed.
* Is Z zero set to the work top?
* Is the touch plate and clip returned.
* Is the material properly secured
* Safety glasses, hearing protection on.
* Start the job with the E-Stop ready to hit.
* Turn on dust collector ( I like to wait so I can hear that things sound right on the shopbot before turning on the collector)

= Authorized Users =
{| class="wikitable" border="1"
! Qualified Member
! Trained By
|-
|Elizabeth Koprucki
|Danger Committee
|-
|Bart Dring
|Danger Committee
|-
|Ryan Pierce
|Danger Committee
|-
|Nathan Ellis
|Danger Committee
|-
|Michael Skilton
|Danger Committee
|-
|Arturo Duarte
|Bart
|-
|Derek Bever
|Bart
|-
|Everett
|Bart
|-
|Vincent Colombo
|Bart
|-
|[[User:justin|Justin T. Conroy]]
|Bart
|-
|Hugh Sato
|Bart
|-
|Sergey Nekrasov
|Bart
|-
|Valerie Moore
|Bart
|-
|Patrick Schless
|Bart
|-
|Tom Forajter
|Bart
|-
|Todd Allen
|Michael Skilton
|-
|[[User:RogerMoore|Roger Moore]]
|Bart
|-
|Tim Saylor
|Bart
|-
|Hef
|Bart
|-
|Jeff McBride
|Bart
|-
| Maxwell ?
| Michael Skilton
|-
|Samuel Swope
|Michael Skilton
|-
| Khoi Nguyen
|Michael Skilton
|-
|Brian Chojnowski
|Michael Skilton
|-
|Josh Cooper
|Bart
|-
|Andrew Camardella
|Bart
|-
|Adam Glick
|Bart
|-
|Yehuda Braun
|Bart
|-
| Jeff Kantarek
| Michael Sklton
|-
| Justin Miles
|Michael Skilton
|-
|Will Garza
|Michael Skilton
|-
|Clarence Risher
|Michael Skilton
|-
|[[User:ericbeau|Eric Beauchamp]]
|Michael Skilton
|-
|[[User:Jason|Jason]]
|Michael Skilton
|-
|Eric Stein
|Bart
|-
|Colin Parsons
|Bart
|-
|David Ditzler
|Bart
|-
|Ray Doeksen
|Bart Dring
|-
|Ron Bean
|Khoi Nguyen & Michael Skilton
|-
| Thomas Wright
|Khoi Nguyen & Michael Skilton
|-
|David Morton
|Bart Dring
|-
|Ron Olson
|Bart Dring
|-
|Kyle Bieneman
|Bart Dring
|-
|[[User:amishhammer|Tom Judge]]
|Michael Skilton
|-
|Bryan Gleason
|Michael Skilton
|-
|Dave Schact
|Ryan Pierce
|-
|Chris Agocs
|Andrew Camardella
|-
|Alec Weege
|Andrew Camardella
|-
|Sam Reicks
|Andrew Camardella
|-
|Touly Phiachantharath
|Andrew Camardella
|-
|...
|...
|}

If you have been authorized but cannot log in, request to be added to the "ShopBot Authorized" Samba group (send an email to info (at) pumpingstationone.org with your username and the name of the person who certified you) so that your login works. If you don't have a log-in on https://members.pumpingstationone.org/ you will have issues here - sign up on that site first if you haven't already.

= Maintenance =

== Maintenance Log ==
{| class="wikitable" border="1"
!Date
!Preformed by
!Service Type
!Notes
|-
|11/8/2014
|Ryan Pierce
|Updated VCarve Post Processor
|Previously, installed new Post Processor to preset an Abort / Retry / Ignore dialog box when the spindle is started but doesn't spin up. Usual culprit is that a job is started when the the interlock is disabled, which results in the non-spinning bit crashing into the workpiece. Abort stops the job. Today, fixed Retry code. If you power on the VFD and the motor start is enabled, the VFD refuses to start. So I've re-programmed the Retry button to stop the VFD, wait 2 seconds, start the VFD, wait 2 more seconds, and check again to see if it is running. The Ignore button actually acts as Retry because we don't want someone clicking through this dialog box and damaging the machine. NOTE: The Aspire PC in the shop also has this Post Processor, but if you use Aspire, VCarve Pro, etc. on your personal computer, you will need the latest Post Processor to support this safety check.
|-
|11/8/2014
|Ryan Pierce
|Updated ShopBot software
|Did upgrade from 3.8.14 to 3.8.26. Installed latest firmware on ShopBot controller. (This was mandatory.) Two features of interest: Fixed occasional erractic behavior after repeated Stops and Resumes (and Nudges or Command Insertions). Reduced liklihood of Keypad lockup.
|-
|}

== Outstanding Maintenance Issues ==

=== Lack of True E-Stop ===
As shipped, the ShopBot PRS does not support an Emergency Stop. This could be hacked, but it runs the risk of damaging the machine if engaged in a non-emergency situation. Suggested solution: Installing a 10A double pole 24V coil DIN mount relay, and powering the coil via the 24V supply through a normally closed E-Stop button. One pole will disconnect the 63V stepper motor current. One pole will break the control signal that enables the VFD and will cause the VFD to brake to a stop.

=== Automatic Dust Collection ===
The ShopBot has +5V TTL outputs that could be used to trigger automatic dust collection (when the spindle goes live) and/or a warning light (when the gantry is enabled to move.)

=== Limit Switch Issues ===
Every time you start the ShopBot, it resets itself so that the limit switches are disabled! You can turn them on (if memory serves) with the Values -> Input Switch Assignment menu item. Limit switches are really useful - but they need to be enabled. When they are, they will stop manual jogging when the limit is hit (although pressing the key again will let you continue moving the gantry) and they will also stop a running job (but give you the option of ignoring the limits.)

I found a couple more problems when testing all the limits. When I took the gantry to X maximum, the dust collector hose pulled off! I put it back on, but I'm not sure how stable this is. Also, when I originally set the Y maximum and minimum, I wanted as much spindle travel as possible. But it appears that if you're at the Y max and move in the X direction, you can hit the middle support with the dust collector boot. We've got several inches Y travel beyond the nominal 48", so we may want to look into reducing this to clear the supports.

[[Category:Fabrication]]
[[Category:CNC]]
[[Category:Future Things Bus Data Sources]]

Shopbot PRS CNC router

2015-02-13T02:19:50Z

Jesseseay: /* Tutorials */

{{Template:EquipmentPage
|owner = PS:One
|serial = TBD.
|certification = yes
|hackable = no
|model = Shopbot PRS #10108 96-48
|arrived = 2014
|image = Shopbot.jpg
|doesitwork = yes
|contact = Elizabeth, Bart
|where = TBD
|value = $16000
}}
= Shopbot PRS #10108 96-48 =
http://www.shopbottools.com/mProducts/prSstandard.htm
Nominal Cutting Area 96"x 48"x 6" (2.44m x 1.22m x .15m)
Total Movement Area 102" x 50" x 8" (2.59m x 1.27m x .20m)
= Authorization for this tool by authorized proctors only =
== Authorized Proctors ==
{| class="wikitable" border="1"
|-
|Elizabeth Koprucki
|Danger Committee
|-
|Bart Dring
|Danger Committee
|-
|Ryan Pierce
|Danger Committee
|-
|Nathan Ellis
|Danger Committee
|-
|Michael Skilton
|Danger Committee
|-
|Khoi Nguyen
|Michael Skilton
|-
|Andrew Camardella
|Elizabeth Koprucki
|-
|}

== How to Become an Authorized Proctor ==
Get an ok from the area host. Successfully run an authorization supervised by an authorized proctor.
It's recommended that initial authorizations be limited to 2 or less.

= Documentation =

[[File:Shopbotassembly.pdf]]

[[File:Squaringshopbot.pdf|Squaring the ShopBot]]

[[File:Programming_handbook.pdf]]

[[File:PRS Maintenance Schedule.pdf]]

[[File:SBG00142 User Guide 2013 05 01.pdf]]

[[File:B17P.763_Schematic.pdf]] - Omer Nail Gun Documentation

[http://www.shopbottools.com/ShopBotDocs/files/quick%20start%20guide%202013%2007%2023.pdf QuickStart]

= Tutorials =
[http://academy.cba.mit.edu/content/tutorials/akf/Downloads/ShopBot%20Trainings/router_bit_basics.pdf Router Bit Basics for CNC]

[https://groups.google.com/forum/?fromgroups=#!searchin/pumping-station-one/shopbot Shopbot Threads on Member List]

== User Tips & Troubleshooting Reports ==
Add your experiences with feeds and speeds or other tips here.
https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/Shopbot_User_Tips

Add troubleshooting reports here
https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/Shopbot_Troubleshooting_Reports

== Authorization Checklist ==

This is here as a checklist for proctors to follow when authorizing people. It can also help remind you of things after you are authorized. Just reading this does not authorizing you.

* How to get authorized
** Watch [https://groups.google.com/forum/#!forum/pumping-station-one the forum] for announcements or ask on that forum if no announcements have been made for a few weeks.

* Authorization group size
** About 4 (each person will run a job)

* Safety
** Safety Glasses
** Hearing Protection
** Dust Protection

* What can go wrong (and what to do)

* How does machine work
** Axes
** Motors
** Spindle

* Daily Maintenance
** Spindle bearing warm up.
*** The "C5" warm up routine should be run on the first job of the day. It runs the spindle at 3 speeds for 3 minutes each to warm up the bearings. (When it doubt, warm it up)

* Extended Maintenance
** See maintenance schedule file under documentation.
** Grease the racks
** Use Grease type: Manual states any type is safe there is some in the draw

* Machine Control
** Turn on sequence
*** Log into computer
*** Turn on Shopbot big red and yellow twist switch (see zeroing below)
*** Insert Key and turn to "engaged" position.
*** The VDF should light up, the spindle fan should be on.
*** Start "Shopbot 3" program.
*** Open Tools...Spindle RPM Control menu (to allow RPM control)
**** Make sure collet is tightened or no tool or nut is installed
**** Run the C5 warm up routine
** Jogging
*** Keypad
*** Arrow Keys + Page Up, Page Down (ctrl for fast jog)

* CAM Software
** Vectric V Carve
** Just the basics...separate class for advanced V Carve.
** Online videos

* Running your Job
** Zeroing X & Y
*** With machine off slow push gantry towards X0 until it hits hard stops (optional)
*** Turn on big red switch while still holding gantry.
*** Jog machine away from X0 Y0 so machine will find switches
*** Click X, Y zero button.
** Zeroing Z (top of work piece)
*** Jog over your work piece
*** Place Z zero plate on work piece under the bit
*** Place clip on bit
*** Test connection by touching plate to bit and watch for light #1 to light
*** Click the Z 0 button (it will touch off twice!!!)
*** If Z is critical, you may want to verify that your bit has been zeroed properly by using a "MZ,0" command over the surface you have zeroed the bit to. Repeat zeroing if not correct.

* Waste Board and clamping

* Collets, Bits, Feeds and Speeds
** Collets
*** We currently have collets for 1/2, 1/4, 3/16 and 1/8" shank bits.
*** Try to keep them clean and store them away from dust between uses. Dust between the gaps will produce runout. The drawer mounted under the Shopbot is the right place to store these items.
*** If the collet nuts are not threading smoothly try cleaning the threads with a small brush, spindle threads as well.
** Bits
*** Use bits designed for the material you are cutting. Don't just steal a bits from the Bridgeport. They won't do a good job and will probably overheat.
*** For cutting out things, use the smallest appropriate bit. Using a 1/2" bit to cutout will just create a lot of mess.

* ShopBot should not be used for...
** Metals other than aluminum
** Cutting anything that requires coolant or lubricant (it will wreck the waste board)
** Ripping lumber (use the table saw)
** Thickness Planning (Use the planner if you can)
** Drilling holes with drill bits (a small end mill works better)

* How to leave the machine (be excellent)
** Machine
*** Home the machine to X0, Y0
*** Turn off both switches
*** Remove Key
*** Remove bit and collet.
*** Place both collet wrenches on top of electronics box
*** clean up work area
*** Smooth out waste board if you puckered it at all.
*** Check if the dust collector needs to be emptied

** Post a picture please :-)

== Pre-Flight Checklist ==
* Did you home the machine?
* Is the dust collect gate open?
* Are you sure you have the right X, Y orientation for your file and material?
* Did you set the proper X,Y zero for your work piece on the Shopbot.
* Is the correct bit installed and tight?
* Is the key in and turned on?
* Is the dust skirt set right so it does not get smashed.
* Is Z zero set to the work top?
* Is the touch plate and clip returned.
* Is the material properly secured
* Safety glasses, hearing protection on.
* Start the job with the E-Stop ready to hit.
* Turn on dust collector ( I like to wait so I can hear that things sound right on the shopbot before turning on the collector)

= Authorized Users =
{| class="wikitable" border="1"
! Qualified Member
! Trained By
|-
|Elizabeth Koprucki
|Danger Committee
|-
|Bart Dring
|Danger Committee
|-
|Ryan Pierce
|Danger Committee
|-
|Nathan Ellis
|Danger Committee
|-
|Michael Skilton
|Danger Committee
|-
|Arturo Duarte
|Bart
|-
|Derek Bever
|Bart
|-
|Everett
|Bart
|-
|Vincent Colombo
|Bart
|-
|[[User:justin|Justin T. Conroy]]
|Bart
|-
|Hugh Sato
|Bart
|-
|Sergey Nekrasov
|Bart
|-
|Valerie Moore
|Bart
|-
|Patrick Schless
|Bart
|-
|Tom Forajter
|Bart
|-
|Todd Allen
|Michael Skilton
|-
|[[User:RogerMoore|Roger Moore]]
|Bart
|-
|Tim Saylor
|Bart
|-
|Hef
|Bart
|-
|Jeff McBride
|Bart
|-
| Maxwell ?
| Michael Skilton
|-
|Samuel Swope
|Michael Skilton
|-
| Khoi Nguyen
|Michael Skilton
|-
|Brian Chojnowski
|Michael Skilton
|-
|Josh Cooper
|Bart
|-
|Andrew Camardella
|Bart
|-
|Adam Glick
|Bart
|-
|Yehuda Braun
|Bart
|-
| Jeff Kantarek
| Michael Sklton
|-
| Justin Miles
|Michael Skilton
|-
|Will Garza
|Michael Skilton
|-
|Clarence Risher
|Michael Skilton
|-
|[[User:ericbeau|Eric Beauchamp]]
|Michael Skilton
|-
|[[User:Jason|Jason]]
|Michael Skilton
|-
|Eric Stein
|Bart
|-
|Colin Parsons
|Bart
|-
|David Ditzler
|Bart
|-
|Ray Doeksen
|Bart Dring
|-
|Ron Bean
|Khoi Nguyen & Michael Skilton
|-
| Thomas Wright
|Khoi Nguyen & Michael Skilton
|-
|David Morton
|Bart Dring
|-
|Ron Olson
|Bart Dring
|-
|Kyle Bieneman
|Bart Dring
|-
|[[User:amishhammer|Tom Judge]]
|Michael Skilton
|-
|Bryan Gleason
|Michael Skilton
|-
|Dave Schact
|Ryan Pierce
|-
|Chris Agocs
|Andrew Camardella
|-
|Alec Weege
|Andrew Camardella
|-
|Sam Reicks
|Andrew Camardella
|-
|Touly Phiachantharath
|Andrew Camardella
|-
|...
|...
|}

If you have been authorized but cannot log in, request to be added to the "ShopBot Authorized" Samba group (send an email to info (at) pumpingstationone.org with your username and the name of the person who certified you) so that your login works. If you don't have a log-in on https://members.pumpingstationone.org/ you will have issues here - sign up on that site first if you haven't already.

= Maintenance =

== Maintenance Log ==
{| class="wikitable" border="1"
!Date
!Preformed by
!Service Type
!Notes
|-
|11/8/2014
|Ryan Pierce
|Updated VCarve Post Processor
|Previously, installed new Post Processor to preset an Abort / Retry / Ignore dialog box when the spindle is started but doesn't spin up. Usual culprit is that a job is started when the the interlock is disabled, which results in the non-spinning bit crashing into the workpiece. Abort stops the job. Today, fixed Retry code. If you power on the VFD and the motor start is enabled, the VFD refuses to start. So I've re-programmed the Retry button to stop the VFD, wait 2 seconds, start the VFD, wait 2 more seconds, and check again to see if it is running. The Ignore button actually acts as Retry because we don't want someone clicking through this dialog box and damaging the machine. NOTE: The Aspire PC in the shop also has this Post Processor, but if you use Aspire, VCarve Pro, etc. on your personal computer, you will need the latest Post Processor to support this safety check.
|-
|11/8/2014
|Ryan Pierce
|Updated ShopBot software
|Did upgrade from 3.8.14 to 3.8.26. Installed latest firmware on ShopBot controller. (This was mandatory.) Two features of interest: Fixed occasional erractic behavior after repeated Stops and Resumes (and Nudges or Command Insertions). Reduced liklihood of Keypad lockup.
|-
|}

== Outstanding Maintenance Issues ==

=== Lack of True E-Stop ===
As shipped, the ShopBot PRS does not support an Emergency Stop. This could be hacked, but it runs the risk of damaging the machine if engaged in a non-emergency situation. Suggested solution: Installing a 10A double pole 24V coil DIN mount relay, and powering the coil via the 24V supply through a normally closed E-Stop button. One pole will disconnect the 63V stepper motor current. One pole will break the control signal that enables the VFD and will cause the VFD to brake to a stop.

=== Automatic Dust Collection ===
The ShopBot has +5V TTL outputs that could be used to trigger automatic dust collection (when the spindle goes live) and/or a warning light (when the gantry is enabled to move.)

=== Limit Switch Issues ===
Every time you start the ShopBot, it resets itself so that the limit switches are disabled! You can turn them on (if memory serves) with the Values -> Input Switch Assignment menu item. Limit switches are really useful - but they need to be enabled. When they are, they will stop manual jogging when the limit is hit (although pressing the key again will let you continue moving the gantry) and they will also stop a running job (but give you the option of ignoring the limits.)

I found a couple more problems when testing all the limits. When I took the gantry to X maximum, the dust collector hose pulled off! I put it back on, but I'm not sure how stable this is. Also, when I originally set the Y maximum and minimum, I wanted as much spindle travel as possible. But it appears that if you're at the Y max and move in the X direction, you can hit the middle support with the dust collector boot. We've got several inches Y travel beyond the nominal 48", so we may want to look into reducing this to clear the supports.

[[Category:Fabrication]]
[[Category:CNC]]
[[Category:Future Things Bus Data Sources]]

Shopbot PRS CNC router

2015-02-13T02:18:11Z

Jesseseay: /* Documentation */

{{Template:EquipmentPage
|owner = PS:One
|serial = TBD.
|certification = yes
|hackable = no
|model = Shopbot PRS #10108 96-48
|arrived = 2014
|image = Shopbot.jpg
|doesitwork = yes
|contact = Elizabeth, Bart
|where = TBD
|value = $16000
}}
= Shopbot PRS #10108 96-48 =
http://www.shopbottools.com/mProducts/prSstandard.htm
Nominal Cutting Area 96"x 48"x 6" (2.44m x 1.22m x .15m)
Total Movement Area 102" x 50" x 8" (2.59m x 1.27m x .20m)
= Authorization for this tool by authorized proctors only =
== Authorized Proctors ==
{| class="wikitable" border="1"
|-
|Elizabeth Koprucki
|Danger Committee
|-
|Bart Dring
|Danger Committee
|-
|Ryan Pierce
|Danger Committee
|-
|Nathan Ellis
|Danger Committee
|-
|Michael Skilton
|Danger Committee
|-
|Khoi Nguyen
|Michael Skilton
|-
|Andrew Camardella
|Elizabeth Koprucki
|-
|}

== How to Become an Authorized Proctor ==
Get an ok from the area host. Successfully run an authorization supervised by an authorized proctor.
It's recommended that initial authorizations be limited to 2 or less.

= Documentation =

[[File:Shopbotassembly.pdf]]

[[File:Squaringshopbot.pdf|Squaring the ShopBot]]

[[File:Programming_handbook.pdf]]

[[File:PRS Maintenance Schedule.pdf]]

[[File:SBG00142 User Guide 2013 05 01.pdf]]

[[File:B17P.763_Schematic.pdf]] - Omer Nail Gun Documentation

[http://www.shopbottools.com/ShopBotDocs/files/quick%20start%20guide%202013%2007%2023.pdf QuickStart]

= Tutorials =
[http://academy.cba.mit.edu/content/tutorials/akf/Downloads/ShopBot%20Trainings/router_bit_basics.pdf Router Bit Basics for CNC]

== User Tips & Troubleshooting Reports ==
Add your experiences with feeds and speeds or other tips here.
https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/Shopbot_User_Tips

Add troubleshooting reports here
https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/Shopbot_Troubleshooting_Reports

== Authorization Checklist ==

This is here as a checklist for proctors to follow when authorizing people. It can also help remind you of things after you are authorized. Just reading this does not authorizing you.

* How to get authorized
** Watch [https://groups.google.com/forum/#!forum/pumping-station-one the forum] for announcements or ask on that forum if no announcements have been made for a few weeks.

* Authorization group size
** About 4 (each person will run a job)

* Safety
** Safety Glasses
** Hearing Protection
** Dust Protection

* What can go wrong (and what to do)

* How does machine work
** Axes
** Motors
** Spindle

* Daily Maintenance
** Spindle bearing warm up.
*** The "C5" warm up routine should be run on the first job of the day. It runs the spindle at 3 speeds for 3 minutes each to warm up the bearings. (When it doubt, warm it up)

* Extended Maintenance
** See maintenance schedule file under documentation.
** Grease the racks
** Use Grease type: Manual states any type is safe there is some in the draw

* Machine Control
** Turn on sequence
*** Log into computer
*** Turn on Shopbot big red and yellow twist switch (see zeroing below)
*** Insert Key and turn to "engaged" position.
*** The VDF should light up, the spindle fan should be on.
*** Start "Shopbot 3" program.
*** Open Tools...Spindle RPM Control menu (to allow RPM control)
**** Make sure collet is tightened or no tool or nut is installed
**** Run the C5 warm up routine
** Jogging
*** Keypad
*** Arrow Keys + Page Up, Page Down (ctrl for fast jog)

* CAM Software
** Vectric V Carve
** Just the basics...separate class for advanced V Carve.
** Online videos

* Running your Job
** Zeroing X & Y
*** With machine off slow push gantry towards X0 until it hits hard stops (optional)
*** Turn on big red switch while still holding gantry.
*** Jog machine away from X0 Y0 so machine will find switches
*** Click X, Y zero button.
** Zeroing Z (top of work piece)
*** Jog over your work piece
*** Place Z zero plate on work piece under the bit
*** Place clip on bit
*** Test connection by touching plate to bit and watch for light #1 to light
*** Click the Z 0 button (it will touch off twice!!!)
*** If Z is critical, you may want to verify that your bit has been zeroed properly by using a "MZ,0" command over the surface you have zeroed the bit to. Repeat zeroing if not correct.

* Waste Board and clamping

* Collets, Bits, Feeds and Speeds
** Collets
*** We currently have collets for 1/2, 1/4, 3/16 and 1/8" shank bits.
*** Try to keep them clean and store them away from dust between uses. Dust between the gaps will produce runout. The drawer mounted under the Shopbot is the right place to store these items.
*** If the collet nuts are not threading smoothly try cleaning the threads with a small brush, spindle threads as well.
** Bits
*** Use bits designed for the material you are cutting. Don't just steal a bits from the Bridgeport. They won't do a good job and will probably overheat.
*** For cutting out things, use the smallest appropriate bit. Using a 1/2" bit to cutout will just create a lot of mess.

* ShopBot should not be used for...
** Metals other than aluminum
** Cutting anything that requires coolant or lubricant (it will wreck the waste board)
** Ripping lumber (use the table saw)
** Thickness Planning (Use the planner if you can)
** Drilling holes with drill bits (a small end mill works better)

* How to leave the machine (be excellent)
** Machine
*** Home the machine to X0, Y0
*** Turn off both switches
*** Remove Key
*** Remove bit and collet.
*** Place both collet wrenches on top of electronics box
*** clean up work area
*** Smooth out waste board if you puckered it at all.
*** Check if the dust collector needs to be emptied

** Post a picture please :-)

== Pre-Flight Checklist ==
* Did you home the machine?
* Is the dust collect gate open?
* Are you sure you have the right X, Y orientation for your file and material?
* Did you set the proper X,Y zero for your work piece on the Shopbot.
* Is the correct bit installed and tight?
* Is the key in and turned on?
* Is the dust skirt set right so it does not get smashed.
* Is Z zero set to the work top?
* Is the touch plate and clip returned.
* Is the material properly secured
* Safety glasses, hearing protection on.
* Start the job with the E-Stop ready to hit.
* Turn on dust collector ( I like to wait so I can hear that things sound right on the shopbot before turning on the collector)

= Authorized Users =
{| class="wikitable" border="1"
! Qualified Member
! Trained By
|-
|Elizabeth Koprucki
|Danger Committee
|-
|Bart Dring
|Danger Committee
|-
|Ryan Pierce
|Danger Committee
|-
|Nathan Ellis
|Danger Committee
|-
|Michael Skilton
|Danger Committee
|-
|Arturo Duarte
|Bart
|-
|Derek Bever
|Bart
|-
|Everett
|Bart
|-
|Vincent Colombo
|Bart
|-
|[[User:justin|Justin T. Conroy]]
|Bart
|-
|Hugh Sato
|Bart
|-
|Sergey Nekrasov
|Bart
|-
|Valerie Moore
|Bart
|-
|Patrick Schless
|Bart
|-
|Tom Forajter
|Bart
|-
|Todd Allen
|Michael Skilton
|-
|[[User:RogerMoore|Roger Moore]]
|Bart
|-
|Tim Saylor
|Bart
|-
|Hef
|Bart
|-
|Jeff McBride
|Bart
|-
| Maxwell ?
| Michael Skilton
|-
|Samuel Swope
|Michael Skilton
|-
| Khoi Nguyen
|Michael Skilton
|-
|Brian Chojnowski
|Michael Skilton
|-
|Josh Cooper
|Bart
|-
|Andrew Camardella
|Bart
|-
|Adam Glick
|Bart
|-
|Yehuda Braun
|Bart
|-
| Jeff Kantarek
| Michael Sklton
|-
| Justin Miles
|Michael Skilton
|-
|Will Garza
|Michael Skilton
|-
|Clarence Risher
|Michael Skilton
|-
|[[User:ericbeau|Eric Beauchamp]]
|Michael Skilton
|-
|[[User:Jason|Jason]]
|Michael Skilton
|-
|Eric Stein
|Bart
|-
|Colin Parsons
|Bart
|-
|David Ditzler
|Bart
|-
|Ray Doeksen
|Bart Dring
|-
|Ron Bean
|Khoi Nguyen & Michael Skilton
|-
| Thomas Wright
|Khoi Nguyen & Michael Skilton
|-
|David Morton
|Bart Dring
|-
|Ron Olson
|Bart Dring
|-
|Kyle Bieneman
|Bart Dring
|-
|[[User:amishhammer|Tom Judge]]
|Michael Skilton
|-
|Bryan Gleason
|Michael Skilton
|-
|Dave Schact
|Ryan Pierce
|-
|Chris Agocs
|Andrew Camardella
|-
|Alec Weege
|Andrew Camardella
|-
|Sam Reicks
|Andrew Camardella
|-
|Touly Phiachantharath
|Andrew Camardella
|-
|...
|...
|}

If you have been authorized but cannot log in, request to be added to the "ShopBot Authorized" Samba group (send an email to info (at) pumpingstationone.org with your username and the name of the person who certified you) so that your login works. If you don't have a log-in on https://members.pumpingstationone.org/ you will have issues here - sign up on that site first if you haven't already.

= Maintenance =

== Maintenance Log ==
{| class="wikitable" border="1"
!Date
!Preformed by
!Service Type
!Notes
|-
|11/8/2014
|Ryan Pierce
|Updated VCarve Post Processor
|Previously, installed new Post Processor to preset an Abort / Retry / Ignore dialog box when the spindle is started but doesn't spin up. Usual culprit is that a job is started when the the interlock is disabled, which results in the non-spinning bit crashing into the workpiece. Abort stops the job. Today, fixed Retry code. If you power on the VFD and the motor start is enabled, the VFD refuses to start. So I've re-programmed the Retry button to stop the VFD, wait 2 seconds, start the VFD, wait 2 more seconds, and check again to see if it is running. The Ignore button actually acts as Retry because we don't want someone clicking through this dialog box and damaging the machine. NOTE: The Aspire PC in the shop also has this Post Processor, but if you use Aspire, VCarve Pro, etc. on your personal computer, you will need the latest Post Processor to support this safety check.
|-
|11/8/2014
|Ryan Pierce
|Updated ShopBot software
|Did upgrade from 3.8.14 to 3.8.26. Installed latest firmware on ShopBot controller. (This was mandatory.) Two features of interest: Fixed occasional erractic behavior after repeated Stops and Resumes (and Nudges or Command Insertions). Reduced liklihood of Keypad lockup.
|-
|}

== Outstanding Maintenance Issues ==

=== Lack of True E-Stop ===
As shipped, the ShopBot PRS does not support an Emergency Stop. This could be hacked, but it runs the risk of damaging the machine if engaged in a non-emergency situation. Suggested solution: Installing a 10A double pole 24V coil DIN mount relay, and powering the coil via the 24V supply through a normally closed E-Stop button. One pole will disconnect the 63V stepper motor current. One pole will break the control signal that enables the VFD and will cause the VFD to brake to a stop.

=== Automatic Dust Collection ===
The ShopBot has +5V TTL outputs that could be used to trigger automatic dust collection (when the spindle goes live) and/or a warning light (when the gantry is enabled to move.)

=== Limit Switch Issues ===
Every time you start the ShopBot, it resets itself so that the limit switches are disabled! You can turn them on (if memory serves) with the Values -> Input Switch Assignment menu item. Limit switches are really useful - but they need to be enabled. When they are, they will stop manual jogging when the limit is hit (although pressing the key again will let you continue moving the gantry) and they will also stop a running job (but give you the option of ignoring the limits.)

I found a couple more problems when testing all the limits. When I took the gantry to X maximum, the dust collector hose pulled off! I put it back on, but I'm not sure how stable this is. Also, when I originally set the Y maximum and minimum, I wanted as much spindle travel as possible. But it appears that if you're at the Y max and move in the X direction, you can hit the middle support with the dust collector boot. We've got several inches Y travel beyond the nominal 48", so we may want to look into reducing this to clear the supports.

[[Category:Fabrication]]
[[Category:CNC]]
[[Category:Future Things Bus Data Sources]]

Passap Duomatic ("Pinkie")

2015-01-08T18:03:13Z

Jesseseay: Created page with "This machine is currently being cleaned and refurbished at PS1, as a member project."

This machine is currently being cleaned and refurbished at PS1, as a member project.

Knitting Machines

2015-01-08T18:02:40Z

Jesseseay: /* Useful Links */

== Knitting Machines ==

[[Brother_230_knitting_machine]]

[[Brother KH-930 Knitting Machine]]

[[Passap Duomatic ("Pinkie")]]

== Workshops ==

[[Knitting_Machine_Workshop_Syllabus_2014]]

== Useful Links ==

=== Free Tutorials ===

[https://files.secureserver.net/4szMyVbbbwuBZk Brother Knitting Machine Techniques Book].

"Diana Natters On" [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZKrfqU8CMFg&list=PL2E135CCB28900F38 Video Tutorials]

[http://www.yarn-store.com/different-yarns-for-different-knitting-machines.html Chart to determine tension dial setting.]

How to [http://www.yarn-store.com/technique-seaming-row-to-row.html sew two knitted pieces] together.

[http://www.purlbee.com/knitting-tutorials-finishing/2011/7/14/weaving-in-your-ends.html Weaving in] the ends.

Latch tool bind off [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OsNZIlT7zfw video]. This method is probably best suited for the chunky machine.

=== Media Files ===

Brother 230 Cheat Sheet [[Media:Brother_230_Cheat_Sheet_130323.pdf]]

Chart to convert hand knit instructions to machine knitting:

Part 1 [[Media:Conversions_Made_Simple_pt1.pdf]]

Part 2 & 3 [[Media:Conversions_Made_Simple.pdf]]

Pattern for a 4.5 mm needle pusher (1 x 1), for producing with the laser cutter and 1/8" acrylic - it may be very hard to see because the stroke is only 0.05 mm or so.
[[Media:Knitting_comb_from_stl.svg]]
[https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/File:Knitting_comb_from_stl.svg]

=== Useful Links ===
Pattern Generator: [http://www.unikatissima.de/e/?page_id=2148 Cellular Automation] and [http://www.unikatissima.de/e/?page_id=2062 Mazes]

Knit Knack Shop: [http://knitknackshop.com/brother-acc.html accessories] and [http://knitknackshop.com/yarns.html cone yarn]

Ravelry's [http://www.ravelry.com/groups/machine-knitting machine knitting page]. The forum is a priceless source of advice and info. Free registration required.

[[Category:Textiles]]
[[Category:Interest Groups]]

Knitting Machines

2015-01-08T17:58:56Z

Jesseseay: /* Free Tutorials */

== Knitting Machines ==

[[Brother_230_knitting_machine]]

[[Brother KH-930 Knitting Machine]]

[[Passap Duomatic ("Pinkie")]]

== Workshops ==

[[Knitting_Machine_Workshop_Syllabus_2014]]

== Useful Links ==

=== Free Tutorials ===

[https://files.secureserver.net/4szMyVbbbwuBZk Brother Knitting Machine Techniques Book].

[https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/Knitting_Machines#Class_2_Syllabus Tutorial books] for Brother Knitting Machines

"Diana Natters On" [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZKrfqU8CMFg&list=PL2E135CCB28900F38 Video Tutorials]

=== Before you knit ===

Brother 230 Cheat Sheet [[Media:Brother_230_Cheat_Sheet_130323.pdf]]

Chart to convert hand knit instructions to machine knitting:

Part 1 [[Media:Conversions_Made_Simple_pt1.pdf]]

Part 2 & 3 [[Media:Conversions_Made_Simple.pdf]]

[http://www.yarn-store.com/different-yarns-for-different-knitting-machines.html Chart to determine tension dial setting.]

Pattern Generator: [http://www.unikatissima.de/e/?page_id=2148 Cellular Automation] and [http://www.unikatissima.de/e/?page_id=2062 Mazes]

Knit Knack Shop: [http://knitknackshop.com/brother-acc.html accessories] and [http://knitknackshop.com/yarns.html cone yarn]

Pattern for a 4.5 mm needle pusher (1 x 1), for producing with the laser cutter and 1/8" acrylic - it may be very hard to see because the stroke is only 0.05 mm or so.
[[Media:Knitting_comb_from_stl.svg]]
[https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/File:Knitting_comb_from_stl.svg]

=== After you knit ===

How to [http://www.yarn-store.com/technique-seaming-row-to-row.html sew two knitted pieces] together.

[http://www.purlbee.com/knitting-tutorials-finishing/2011/7/14/weaving-in-your-ends.html Weaving in] the ends.

Latch tool bind off [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OsNZIlT7zfw video]. This method is probably best suited for the chunky machine.

=== General Info ===

Ravelry's [http://www.ravelry.com/groups/machine-knitting machine knitting page]. The forum is a priceless source of advice and info. Free registration required.

[[Category:Textiles]]
[[Category:Interest Groups]]

Knitting Machines

2015-01-08T17:57:58Z

Jesseseay: /* Useful Links */

== Knitting Machines ==

[[Brother_230_knitting_machine]]

[[Brother KH-930 Knitting Machine]]

[[Passap Duomatic ("Pinkie")]]

== Workshops ==

[[Knitting_Machine_Workshop_Syllabus_2014]]

== Useful Links ==

=== Free Tutorials ===

[https://files.secureserver.net/4szMyVbbbwuBZk Brother Knitting Machine Techniques Book].

[https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/Knitting_Machines#Class_2_Syllabus Tutorial books] (as free PDFs) for Brother Knitting Machines

[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZKrfqU8CMFg&list=PL2E135CCB28900F38 Video Tutorials] "Diana Natters On" video series.

=== Before you knit ===

Brother 230 Cheat Sheet [[Media:Brother_230_Cheat_Sheet_130323.pdf]]

Chart to convert hand knit instructions to machine knitting:

Part 1 [[Media:Conversions_Made_Simple_pt1.pdf]]

Part 2 & 3 [[Media:Conversions_Made_Simple.pdf]]

[http://www.yarn-store.com/different-yarns-for-different-knitting-machines.html Chart to determine tension dial setting.]

Pattern Generator: [http://www.unikatissima.de/e/?page_id=2148 Cellular Automation] and [http://www.unikatissima.de/e/?page_id=2062 Mazes]

Knit Knack Shop: [http://knitknackshop.com/brother-acc.html accessories] and [http://knitknackshop.com/yarns.html cone yarn]

Pattern for a 4.5 mm needle pusher (1 x 1), for producing with the laser cutter and 1/8" acrylic - it may be very hard to see because the stroke is only 0.05 mm or so.
[[Media:Knitting_comb_from_stl.svg]]
[https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/File:Knitting_comb_from_stl.svg]

=== After you knit ===

How to [http://www.yarn-store.com/technique-seaming-row-to-row.html sew two knitted pieces] together.

[http://www.purlbee.com/knitting-tutorials-finishing/2011/7/14/weaving-in-your-ends.html Weaving in] the ends.

Latch tool bind off [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OsNZIlT7zfw video]. This method is probably best suited for the chunky machine.

=== General Info ===

Ravelry's [http://www.ravelry.com/groups/machine-knitting machine knitting page]. The forum is a priceless source of advice and info. Free registration required.

[[Category:Textiles]]
[[Category:Interest Groups]]

Knitting Machines

2015-01-08T17:55:21Z

Jesseseay: /* Workshops */

== Knitting Machines ==

[[Brother_230_knitting_machine]]

[[Brother KH-930 Knitting Machine]]

[[Passap Duomatic ("Pinkie")]]

== Workshops ==

[[Knitting_Machine_Workshop_Syllabus_2014]]

== Useful Links ==

=== Before you knit ===

Brother 230 Cheat Sheet [[Media:Brother_230_Cheat_Sheet_130323.pdf]]

Chart to convert hand knit instructions to machine knitting:

Part 1 [[Media:Conversions_Made_Simple_pt1.pdf]]

Part 2 & 3 [[Media:Conversions_Made_Simple.pdf]]

[http://www.yarn-store.com/different-yarns-for-different-knitting-machines.html Chart to determine tension dial setting.]

Pattern Generator: [http://www.unikatissima.de/e/?page_id=2148 Cellular Automation] and [http://www.unikatissima.de/e/?page_id=2062 Mazes]

Knit Knack Shop: [http://knitknackshop.com/brother-acc.html accessories] and [http://knitknackshop.com/yarns.html cone yarn]

Pattern for a 4.5 mm needle pusher (1 x 1), for producing with the laser cutter and 1/8" acrylic - it may be very hard to see because the stroke is only 0.05 mm or so.
[[Media:Knitting_comb_from_stl.svg]]
[https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/File:Knitting_comb_from_stl.svg]

=== After you knit ===

How to [http://www.yarn-store.com/technique-seaming-row-to-row.html sew two knitted pieces] together.

[http://www.purlbee.com/knitting-tutorials-finishing/2011/7/14/weaving-in-your-ends.html Weaving in] the ends.

Latch tool bind off [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OsNZIlT7zfw video]. This method is probably best suited for the chunky machine.

=== General Info ===
Diana Sullivan's [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZKrfqU8CMFg&list=PL2E135CCB28900F38 Video Tutorials] the "Diana Natters On" series.

Ravelry's [http://www.ravelry.com/groups/machine-knitting machine knitting page]. The forum is a priceless source of advice and info. Free registration required.

[https://files.secureserver.net/4szMyVbbbwuBZk Brother Knitting Machine Techniques Book].

[https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/Knitting_Machines#Class_2_Syllabus Tutorial books] (as free PDFs) for Brother Knitting Machines

[[Category:Textiles]]
[[Category:Interest Groups]]

Knitting Machines

2015-01-08T17:54:35Z

Jesseseay: /* Knitting Machine Workshop */

== Knitting Machines ==

[[Brother_230_knitting_machine]]

[[Brother KH-930 Knitting Machine]]

[[Passap Duomatic ("Pinkie")]]

== Workshops ==

== Useful Links ==

=== Before you knit ===

Brother 230 Cheat Sheet [[Media:Brother_230_Cheat_Sheet_130323.pdf]]

Chart to convert hand knit instructions to machine knitting:

Part 1 [[Media:Conversions_Made_Simple_pt1.pdf]]

Part 2 & 3 [[Media:Conversions_Made_Simple.pdf]]

[http://www.yarn-store.com/different-yarns-for-different-knitting-machines.html Chart to determine tension dial setting.]

Pattern Generator: [http://www.unikatissima.de/e/?page_id=2148 Cellular Automation] and [http://www.unikatissima.de/e/?page_id=2062 Mazes]

Knit Knack Shop: [http://knitknackshop.com/brother-acc.html accessories] and [http://knitknackshop.com/yarns.html cone yarn]

Pattern for a 4.5 mm needle pusher (1 x 1), for producing with the laser cutter and 1/8" acrylic - it may be very hard to see because the stroke is only 0.05 mm or so.
[[Media:Knitting_comb_from_stl.svg]]
[https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/File:Knitting_comb_from_stl.svg]

=== After you knit ===

How to [http://www.yarn-store.com/technique-seaming-row-to-row.html sew two knitted pieces] together.

[http://www.purlbee.com/knitting-tutorials-finishing/2011/7/14/weaving-in-your-ends.html Weaving in] the ends.

Latch tool bind off [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OsNZIlT7zfw video]. This method is probably best suited for the chunky machine.

=== General Info ===
Diana Sullivan's [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZKrfqU8CMFg&list=PL2E135CCB28900F38 Video Tutorials] the "Diana Natters On" series.

Ravelry's [http://www.ravelry.com/groups/machine-knitting machine knitting page]. The forum is a priceless source of advice and info. Free registration required.

[https://files.secureserver.net/4szMyVbbbwuBZk Brother Knitting Machine Techniques Book].

[https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/Knitting_Machines#Class_2_Syllabus Tutorial books] (as free PDFs) for Brother Knitting Machines

[[Category:Textiles]]
[[Category:Interest Groups]]

Knitting Machines

2015-01-08T17:53:48Z

Jesseseay: Undo revision 21511 by Jesseseay (talk)

== Knitting Machines ==

[[Brother_230_knitting_machine]]

[[Brother KH-930 Knitting Machine]]

[[Passap Duomatic ("Pinkie")]]

== Knitting Machine Workshop ==

== Useful Links ==

=== Before you knit ===

Brother 230 Cheat Sheet [[Media:Brother_230_Cheat_Sheet_130323.pdf]]

Chart to convert hand knit instructions to machine knitting:

Part 1 [[Media:Conversions_Made_Simple_pt1.pdf]]

Part 2 & 3 [[Media:Conversions_Made_Simple.pdf]]

[http://www.yarn-store.com/different-yarns-for-different-knitting-machines.html Chart to determine tension dial setting.]

Pattern Generator: [http://www.unikatissima.de/e/?page_id=2148 Cellular Automation] and [http://www.unikatissima.de/e/?page_id=2062 Mazes]

Knit Knack Shop: [http://knitknackshop.com/brother-acc.html accessories] and [http://knitknackshop.com/yarns.html cone yarn]

Pattern for a 4.5 mm needle pusher (1 x 1), for producing with the laser cutter and 1/8" acrylic - it may be very hard to see because the stroke is only 0.05 mm or so.
[[Media:Knitting_comb_from_stl.svg]]
[https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/File:Knitting_comb_from_stl.svg]

=== After you knit ===

How to [http://www.yarn-store.com/technique-seaming-row-to-row.html sew two knitted pieces] together.

[http://www.purlbee.com/knitting-tutorials-finishing/2011/7/14/weaving-in-your-ends.html Weaving in] the ends.

Latch tool bind off [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OsNZIlT7zfw video]. This method is probably best suited for the chunky machine.

=== General Info ===
Diana Sullivan's [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZKrfqU8CMFg&list=PL2E135CCB28900F38 Video Tutorials] the "Diana Natters On" series.

Ravelry's [http://www.ravelry.com/groups/machine-knitting machine knitting page]. The forum is a priceless source of advice and info. Free registration required.

[https://files.secureserver.net/4szMyVbbbwuBZk Brother Knitting Machine Techniques Book].

[https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/Knitting_Machines#Class_2_Syllabus Tutorial books] (as free PDFs) for Brother Knitting Machines

[[Category:Textiles]]
[[Category:Interest Groups]]

Knitting Machines

2015-01-08T17:53:18Z

Jesseseay: /* Knitting Machines */

== Knitting Machines ==

[[Brother 230 Knitting Machine]]

[[Brother KH-930 Knitting Machine]]

[[Passap Duomatic ("Pinkie")]]

== Knitting Machine Workshop ==

== Useful Links ==

=== Before you knit ===

Brother 230 Cheat Sheet [[Media:Brother_230_Cheat_Sheet_130323.pdf]]

Chart to convert hand knit instructions to machine knitting:

Part 1 [[Media:Conversions_Made_Simple_pt1.pdf]]

Part 2 & 3 [[Media:Conversions_Made_Simple.pdf]]

[http://www.yarn-store.com/different-yarns-for-different-knitting-machines.html Chart to determine tension dial setting.]

Pattern Generator: [http://www.unikatissima.de/e/?page_id=2148 Cellular Automation] and [http://www.unikatissima.de/e/?page_id=2062 Mazes]

Knit Knack Shop: [http://knitknackshop.com/brother-acc.html accessories] and [http://knitknackshop.com/yarns.html cone yarn]

Pattern for a 4.5 mm needle pusher (1 x 1), for producing with the laser cutter and 1/8" acrylic - it may be very hard to see because the stroke is only 0.05 mm or so.
[[Media:Knitting_comb_from_stl.svg]]
[https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/File:Knitting_comb_from_stl.svg]

=== After you knit ===

How to [http://www.yarn-store.com/technique-seaming-row-to-row.html sew two knitted pieces] together.

[http://www.purlbee.com/knitting-tutorials-finishing/2011/7/14/weaving-in-your-ends.html Weaving in] the ends.

Latch tool bind off [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OsNZIlT7zfw video]. This method is probably best suited for the chunky machine.

=== General Info ===
Diana Sullivan's [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZKrfqU8CMFg&list=PL2E135CCB28900F38 Video Tutorials] the "Diana Natters On" series.

Ravelry's [http://www.ravelry.com/groups/machine-knitting machine knitting page]. The forum is a priceless source of advice and info. Free registration required.

[https://files.secureserver.net/4szMyVbbbwuBZk Brother Knitting Machine Techniques Book].

[https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/Knitting_Machines#Class_2_Syllabus Tutorial books] (as free PDFs) for Brother Knitting Machines

[[Category:Textiles]]
[[Category:Interest Groups]]

Knitting Machines

2015-01-08T17:52:17Z

Jesseseay:

Knitting Machine Workshop Syllabus 2014

2015-01-08T17:48:38Z

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Instructor: [http://blog.jesseseay.com/ Jesse Seay]

3-Part Knitting Machine Workshop

Each class is about 2 hours long, and includes homework.

Materials Fee: $26
* Note: fee is due one week prior to start of class (thru paypal), and used to buy materials for the workshop. The fee is non-refundable, however, you are welcome to sell your spot to someone else, prior to the first class.

Class size: 4 people.
* Additional students may be added provided they bring their own machines.

Text: [http://www.amazon.com/Hand-Manipulated-Stitches-Machine-Knitters-Guagliumi/dp/143921980X/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1386961114&sr=8-1&keywords=hand+manipulated+stitches+for+machine+knitters Hand-Manipulated Stitches for Machine Knitters] by Susan Guagliumi.
* Purchase your own or read the PS1 copy by the machines.

== Pre-Class Homework ==
Guagliumi, Ch. 1 pages 1-19.

== Class 1 Syllabus ==

Review parts of machine:
<blockquote>
# Bed
# needles
# Carriage
# Gate posts
# Sinker plate
# Tension mast
# Clamps
# Accessories:
#* Cast on thread
#* Tapestry needle
#* Cast on comb
#* Wax
#* Latch tool
#* Bodkin
#* Weights (and floor mat)
#* Comb
</blockquote>

Go over needle positions.

Watch what machine does, w/o sinker plate, for needles in each position.

Everyone practices putting sinker plate and carriage on, off.

Carriage settings: Normal (not Hold), plain knitting.

Thread the machine.

Note: On the 930, there is a metal tab on the back of the tension mast. Yarn must go '''under''' this tab to catch properly.

----
=== 1st Swatch: ===

Cast on methods:

• Open – knit 5 rows. Remove the cast on comb and see what happens.

• Every other needle – Cast on EON (Guagliumi, p 35). Hang comb. Bring rest of needles into work, and continue knitting.

Knitting

o Tension of yarn on mast – not spaghetti, not guitar string

o Tension of knit on needles – feel the weight on it, move weights every couple of inches

o Can’t change direction once needles have entered the carriage

o Push carriage - firm and steady

o Needles should end in a straight row

Cast off

Gathering Stitch Bind Off (Guagliumi p44)

Once stitches are bound off, remove weights. Run empty carriage over needles to remove knitting from machine.

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=== 2nd Swatch ===

How to determine tension:

Read info on yarn package and

Use Angelika’s yarn chart as a guide:
http://www.yarn-store.com/different-yarns-for-different-knitting-machines.html

• Cast On (EON)

• Knit 5 rows.

• Transfer a stitch to mark your place.

• Change the T dial (generally no more than 2 #’s at a time). Write down the new T.

• Knit 10 rows.

• Transfer a stitch. Change the dial. Knit 10 rows.

• Try 2+ more settings.

• Where does the carriage run most easily?

• Bind off and remove swatch from machine. Examine swatch and note the differences between each section.

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=== 3rd Swatch ===

The Tension Swatch

==== Standard Tension Swatch ====

# EON Cast on: 60 needles
# RC= 0
# Knit 15 rows
# Change to CC
# Knit 2 rows
# RC=0
# Knit 30 rows
# Using CC, hand-knit needles 21L and 21R.
# Knit 30 more rows with MC
# Change to CC
# Knit 2 more rows
# RC=0, change to MC
# Knit 5 rows
# Use transfer tool to transfer stitches and mark the tension dial setting.
# Knit 10 more rows.
# Bind off.

==== Chunky Tension Swatch ====

# EON Cast on: 40 needles
# RC= 0
# Knit 10 rows
# Change to CC
# Knit 2 rows
# RC=0
# Knit 20 rows
# Using CC, hand-knit needles 11L and 11R.
# Knit 20 more rows with MC
# Change to CC
# Knit 2 more rows
# RC=0, change to MC
# Knit 5 rows
# Use transfer tool to transfer stitches and mark the tension dial setting.
# Knit 5 more rows.
# Bind off.

Abbreviations
* MC = main color
* CC = contrast color
* RC = row counter
* EON = Every Other Needle

Cast off:
# Move T dial up 2 notches
# Knit a row of ravel cord.
# Leave a length of MC 3x the width, and cut.
# Switch to scrap yarn, knit 10 rows.
# Remove knitting from machine
# Finish later.

=== Yarn Winding: Winding a center pull cake. ===
Threading the winder

Winding at least 2x, changing directions

Loose tension, no knots.

Waxing while winding

== Class 1 Homework ==
* Read Guagliumi.
** Review Ch. 1.
** Read Ch. 2 on casting-on and binding off, pages 33-36, 44-48. We will do e-wrap cast-on (p 36) and back-stitch bind off (p 48) next class.

* Knit two tension swatches.
** '''Review the manual before using the machine.''' Please follow each step in the manual until you have the process memorized.
[http://www.aboutknittingmachines.com/MoreBrotherManuals.php here.]
*** KH930 (standard) section on basic knitting, casting on. pdf pages 20-23
*** KH230 (chunky) section on threading machine, basic knitting. pdf pages 9-13
*** Recommended reading: Brother Knitting Machine Techniques Book. Section on knitting a tension gauge. Pages 72-73. Download [http://www.aboutknittingmachines.com/BrotherFreeManuals.php here].

Copies of the manuals are available at the space. You can also download the pdf's

== Class 2 Syllabus ==
=== Machine care ===
* Oiling/Cleaning the machine
* The Sponge Bar
* Changing needles

=== Measuring tension swatches ===

Formula to determine gauge.

* Number of stitches divided by number of inches = stitches per inch

* Number of rows divided by number of inches = rows per inch

Note: to determine the vertical stretch for Img2Track, divide the rows per inch by stitches per inch (the result is typically 1.x).

Review Guagliumi's charts on page 8: formation of slip stitch.
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=== Swatch 1: casting on/off with ravel cord ===
# Open cast on with Waste Yarn (WY). 10 stitches on chunky machine, 15 stitches on standard. Hang comb and weights. Knit 10 rows
# Thread ravel cord and knit 1 row with it.
# Switch to Main Color (MC). Leave a tail at beginning, 3x the width of knitting. Knit 20 rows. Leave tail at end.
# Switch to ravel cord. Knit 1 row.
# Switch to WY. Knit 20 rows.
# Switch to ravel cord. Knit 1 row.
# Switch to MC. Leave tail. Knit 20 rows. Leave tail.
# Switch to ravel cord. Knit 1 row.
# Switch to WY. Knit 10 rows.
# Remove knitting from machine.
# Cut swatch in half, through the mid point of the middle waste yarn section. Each participant takes one half, and does back stitch bind off for both the top and bottom edges.

----

=== Swatch 2: Fairisle on the 930 ===
----
Use light color solid yarns for Main Color (MC) and Contrast Color (CC) yarn. Select a pattern that has floats shorter than 5 needles.

# EON cast on, across 60 stitches.
# Hang comb and weights.
# Knit 5-6 rows.
# Carriage on Left.
# Follow instructions on page 22 of KH-930 Manual for programming a fairisle pattern into the machine.

=== Swatch 3: Drop Stitch on the 230 ===

Cast on EON, 41 stitches. Use needles 21L to 20R

# Knit 4 rows. Transfer stitch at needles 1L, 11L, 10R. Leave empty needles in B position.
# Knit 10 rows. Drop stitches at 1L, 11L, 10R. Latch up all 3 as ribs. Hang top stitch back on needle. Knit 2 rows.
# Transfer same stitches again. Leave 1L in work. Move needles 11L and 10R to A position. Knit 6 rows.
# Drop stitch on 1L. Leave 1L in work.
# Knit 10 more rows. Remove work from machine and tape open stitches.
# Use latch tool to crochet up ladders with contrast color.

== Class 2 Homework ==
* Knit a scarf. Use a tension swatch to determine your stitch size/length. Cast on an odd number of needles. Knit 2 rows, then transfer the stitch on the middle needle. Knit the full length, then drop the stitch off the middle needle. Latch it back up as a rib, before casting off. Use ravel cord for casting on and off. Leave long tails at both the start and finish of your main yarn, to do the bind off.

Here's an excellent diagram of
[http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-RVvyYLhts9c/UKq_OsTdfGI/AAAAAAAADgc/Yc8NqHQTCiE/s1600/2-catch-ladder-rungs-with-hook.jpg how to latch up a ladder], from the [http://techknitting.blogspot.com/2013/09/a-new-trick-for-fixing-errors-in-color.html TECHknitting] blog.

* Create or find a 2-color image for fairisle knitting: 40 to 60 pixels wide, and about as many pixels high. You may want to keep in mind how long the floats will be. Longer than 5 stitches can be tricky. File format: 1 bit b/w bitmap is ideal.

Reading Homework:

* [http://machineknittingetc.com/downloadable/download/sample/sample_id/32/ The KH-930 Manual]
** Loading patterns: Pdf pages 38 – 41.

** Programming your own patterns, Knitting Patterns: Pdf pages 83 —87. (Suggested reading: Variation Keys 47-56)

** [http://daviworks.com/knitting/downloads/img2track%20User%20Guide.pdf The Img2Track pdf guide]
Don't worry about the section about the divided neckline on page 4.

If you have a Mac, I suggest installing the software and walking through it per the instructions.
FYI, the sequence of button presses is the same as the sequence described in the Brother manual on page 3.

== Class 3 Syllabus ==

=== Finishing Scarf ===
* Stitching up sides
* Fringe

=== Img2Track fairisle. ===

# Connecting the machine
# Loading a pattern
# Setting up carriage
## Cast on
## Park carriage left of turn mark
## Turn on KC1
## Knit one row to select needles
## Engage MC (or other patterning buttons.) Load contrast yarn.
## Start Knitting.

Sewing sides together.

Holding and shaping stitches.

== Class 3 Homework ==
* Produce a knitted swatch using the img2track software for patterning. Bind off the stitches. Due within 2 weeks of Class 3.

Knitting Machines

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Jesseseay:

== Knitting Machine Workshop ==

[[Knitting Machine Workshop Syllabus 2014]]

Instructor: [http://blog.jesseseay.com/ Jesse Seay]

3-Part Knitting Machine Workshop

Each class is about 2 hours long, and includes homework.

Materials Fee: $26
* Note: fee is due one week prior to start of class (thru paypal), and used to buy materials for the workshop. The fee is non-refundable, however, you are welcome to sell your spot to someone else, prior to the first class.

Class size: 4 people.
* Additional students may be added provided they bring their own machines.

Text: [http://www.amazon.com/Hand-Manipulated-Stitches-Machine-Knitters-Guagliumi/dp/143921980X/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1386961114&sr=8-1&keywords=hand+manipulated+stitches+for+machine+knitters Hand-Manipulated Stitches for Machine Knitters] by Susan Guagliumi.
* Purchase your own or read the PS1 copy by the machines.

== Pre-Class Homework ==
Guagliumi, Ch. 1 pages 1-19.

== Class 1 Syllabus ==

Review parts of machine:
<blockquote>
# Bed
# needles
# Carriage
# Gate posts
# Sinker plate
# Tension mast
# Clamps
# Accessories:
#* Cast on thread
#* Tapestry needle
#* Cast on comb
#* Wax
#* Latch tool
#* Bodkin
#* Weights (and floor mat)
#* Comb
</blockquote>

Go over needle positions.

Watch what machine does, w/o sinker plate, for needles in each position.

Everyone practices putting sinker plate and carriage on, off.

Carriage settings: Normal (not Hold), plain knitting.

Thread the machine.

Note: On the 930, there is a metal tab on the back of the tension mast. Yarn must go '''under''' this tab to catch properly.

----
=== 1st Swatch: ===

Cast on methods:

• Open – knit 5 rows. Remove the cast on comb and see what happens.

• Every other needle – Cast on EON (Guagliumi, p 35). Hang comb. Bring rest of needles into work, and continue knitting.

Knitting

o Tension of yarn on mast – not spaghetti, not guitar string

o Tension of knit on needles – feel the weight on it, move weights every couple of inches

o Can’t change direction once needles have entered the carriage

o Push carriage - firm and steady

o Needles should end in a straight row

Cast off

Gathering Stitch Bind Off (Guagliumi p44)

Once stitches are bound off, remove weights. Run empty carriage over needles to remove knitting from machine.

----
=== 2nd Swatch ===

How to determine tension:

Read info on yarn package and

Use Angelika’s yarn chart as a guide:
http://www.yarn-store.com/different-yarns-for-different-knitting-machines.html

• Cast On (EON)

• Knit 5 rows.

• Transfer a stitch to mark your place.

• Change the T dial (generally no more than 2 #’s at a time). Write down the new T.

• Knit 10 rows.

• Transfer a stitch. Change the dial. Knit 10 rows.

• Try 2+ more settings.

• Where does the carriage run most easily?

• Bind off and remove swatch from machine. Examine swatch and note the differences between each section.

----
=== 3rd Swatch ===

The Tension Swatch

==== Standard Tension Swatch ====

# EON Cast on: 60 needles
# RC= 0
# Knit 15 rows
# Change to CC
# Knit 2 rows
# RC=0
# Knit 30 rows
# Using CC, hand-knit needles 21L and 21R.
# Knit 30 more rows with MC
# Change to CC
# Knit 2 more rows
# RC=0, change to MC
# Knit 5 rows
# Use transfer tool to transfer stitches and mark the tension dial setting.
# Knit 10 more rows.
# Bind off.

==== Chunky Tension Swatch ====

# EON Cast on: 40 needles
# RC= 0
# Knit 10 rows
# Change to CC
# Knit 2 rows
# RC=0
# Knit 20 rows
# Using CC, hand-knit needles 11L and 11R.
# Knit 20 more rows with MC
# Change to CC
# Knit 2 more rows
# RC=0, change to MC
# Knit 5 rows
# Use transfer tool to transfer stitches and mark the tension dial setting.
# Knit 5 more rows.
# Bind off.

Abbreviations
* MC = main color
* CC = contrast color
* RC = row counter
* EON = Every Other Needle

Cast off:
# Move T dial up 2 notches
# Knit a row of ravel cord.
# Leave a length of MC 3x the width, and cut.
# Switch to scrap yarn, knit 10 rows.
# Remove knitting from machine
# Finish later.

=== Yarn Winding: Winding a center pull cake. ===
Threading the winder

Winding at least 2x, changing directions

Loose tension, no knots.

Waxing while winding

== Class 1 Homework ==
* Read Guagliumi.
** Review Ch. 1.
** Read Ch. 2 on casting-on and binding off, pages 33-36, 44-48. We will do e-wrap cast-on (p 36) and back-stitch bind off (p 48) next class.

* Knit two tension swatches.
** '''Review the manual before using the machine.''' Please follow each step in the manual until you have the process memorized.
[http://www.aboutknittingmachines.com/MoreBrotherManuals.php here.]
*** KH930 (standard) section on basic knitting, casting on. pdf pages 20-23
*** KH230 (chunky) section on threading machine, basic knitting. pdf pages 9-13
*** Recommended reading: Brother Knitting Machine Techniques Book. Section on knitting a tension gauge. Pages 72-73. Download [http://www.aboutknittingmachines.com/BrotherFreeManuals.php here].

Copies of the manuals are available at the space. You can also download the pdf's

== Class 2 Syllabus ==
=== Machine care ===
* Oiling/Cleaning the machine
* The Sponge Bar
* Changing needles

=== Measuring tension swatches ===

Formula to determine gauge.

* Number of stitches divided by number of inches = stitches per inch

* Number of rows divided by number of inches = rows per inch

Note: to determine the vertical stretch for Img2Track, divide the rows per inch by stitches per inch (the result is typically 1.x).

Review Guagliumi's charts on page 8: formation of slip stitch.
----
=== Swatch 1: casting on/off with ravel cord ===
# Open cast on with Waste Yarn (WY). 10 stitches on chunky machine, 15 stitches on standard. Hang comb and weights. Knit 10 rows
# Thread ravel cord and knit 1 row with it.
# Switch to Main Color (MC). Leave a tail at beginning, 3x the width of knitting. Knit 20 rows. Leave tail at end.
# Switch to ravel cord. Knit 1 row.
# Switch to WY. Knit 20 rows.
# Switch to ravel cord. Knit 1 row.
# Switch to MC. Leave tail. Knit 20 rows. Leave tail.
# Switch to ravel cord. Knit 1 row.
# Switch to WY. Knit 10 rows.
# Remove knitting from machine.
# Cut swatch in half, through the mid point of the middle waste yarn section. Each participant takes one half, and does back stitch bind off for both the top and bottom edges.

----

=== Swatch 2: Fairisle on the 930 ===
----
Use light color solid yarns for Main Color (MC) and Contrast Color (CC) yarn. Select a pattern that has floats shorter than 5 needles.

# EON cast on, across 60 stitches.
# Hang comb and weights.
# Knit 5-6 rows.
# Carriage on Left.
# Follow instructions on page 22 of KH-930 Manual for programming a fairisle pattern into the machine.

=== Swatch 3: Drop Stitch on the 230 ===

Cast on EON, 41 stitches. Use needles 21L to 20R

# Knit 4 rows. Transfer stitch at needles 1L, 11L, 10R. Leave empty needles in B position.
# Knit 10 rows. Drop stitches at 1L, 11L, 10R. Latch up all 3 as ribs. Hang top stitch back on needle. Knit 2 rows.
# Transfer same stitches again. Leave 1L in work. Move needles 11L and 10R to A position. Knit 6 rows.
# Drop stitch on 1L. Leave 1L in work.
# Knit 10 more rows. Remove work from machine and tape open stitches.
# Use latch tool to crochet up ladders with contrast color.

== Class 2 Homework ==
* Knit a scarf. Use a tension swatch to determine your stitch size/length. Cast on an odd number of needles. Knit 2 rows, then transfer the stitch on the middle needle. Knit the full length, then drop the stitch off the middle needle. Latch it back up as a rib, before casting off. Use ravel cord for casting on and off. Leave long tails at both the start and finish of your main yarn, to do the bind off.

Here's an excellent diagram of
[http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-RVvyYLhts9c/UKq_OsTdfGI/AAAAAAAADgc/Yc8NqHQTCiE/s1600/2-catch-ladder-rungs-with-hook.jpg how to latch up a ladder], from the [http://techknitting.blogspot.com/2013/09/a-new-trick-for-fixing-errors-in-color.html TECHknitting] blog.

* Create or find a 2-color image for fairisle knitting: 40 to 60 pixels wide, and about as many pixels high. You may want to keep in mind how long the floats will be. Longer than 5 stitches can be tricky. File format: 1 bit b/w bitmap is ideal.

Reading Homework:

* [http://machineknittingetc.com/downloadable/download/sample/sample_id/32/ The KH-930 Manual]
** Loading patterns: Pdf pages 38 – 41.

** Programming your own patterns, Knitting Patterns: Pdf pages 83 —87. (Suggested reading: Variation Keys 47-56)

** [http://daviworks.com/knitting/downloads/img2track%20User%20Guide.pdf The Img2Track pdf guide]
Don't worry about the section about the divided neckline on page 4.

If you have a Mac, I suggest installing the software and walking through it per the instructions.
FYI, the sequence of button presses is the same as the sequence described in the Brother manual on page 3.

== Class 3 Syllabus ==

=== Finishing Scarf ===
* Stitching up sides
* Fringe

=== Img2Track fairisle. ===

# Connecting the machine
# Loading a pattern
# Setting up carriage
## Cast on
## Park carriage left of turn mark
## Turn on KC1
## Knit one row to select needles
## Engage MC (or other patterning buttons.) Load contrast yarn.
## Start Knitting.

Sewing sides together.

Holding and shaping stitches.

== Class 3 Homework ==
* Produce a knitted swatch using the img2track software for patterning. Bind off the stitches. Due within 2 weeks of Class 3.

== Useful Links ==

=== Before you knit ===

Brother 230 Cheat Sheet [[Media:Brother_230_Cheat_Sheet_130323.pdf]]

Chart to convert hand knit instructions to machine knitting:

Part 1 [[Media:Conversions_Made_Simple_pt1.pdf]]

Part 2 & 3 [[Media:Conversions_Made_Simple.pdf]]

[http://www.yarn-store.com/different-yarns-for-different-knitting-machines.html Chart to determine tension dial setting.]

Pattern Generator: [http://www.unikatissima.de/e/?page_id=2148 Cellular Automation] and [http://www.unikatissima.de/e/?page_id=2062 Mazes]

Knit Knack Shop: [http://knitknackshop.com/brother-acc.html accessories] and [http://knitknackshop.com/yarns.html cone yarn]

Pattern for a 4.5 mm needle pusher (1 x 1), for producing with the laser cutter and 1/8" acrylic - it may be very hard to see because the stroke is only 0.05 mm or so.
[[Media:Knitting_comb_from_stl.svg]]
[https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/File:Knitting_comb_from_stl.svg]

=== After you knit ===

How to [http://www.yarn-store.com/technique-seaming-row-to-row.html sew two knitted pieces] together.

[http://www.purlbee.com/knitting-tutorials-finishing/2011/7/14/weaving-in-your-ends.html Weaving in] the ends.

Latch tool bind off [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OsNZIlT7zfw video]. This method is probably best suited for the chunky machine.

=== General Info ===
Diana Sullivan's [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZKrfqU8CMFg&list=PL2E135CCB28900F38 Video Tutorials] the "Diana Natters On" series.

Ravelry's [http://www.ravelry.com/groups/machine-knitting machine knitting page]. The forum is a priceless source of advice and info. Free registration required.

PS:1's [[Brother KH-930 Knitting Machine]]

[https://files.secureserver.net/4szMyVbbbwuBZk Brother Knitting Machine Techniques Book].

[https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/Knitting_Machines#Class_2_Syllabus Tutorial books] (as free PDFs) for Brother Knitting Machines

[[Category:Textiles]]
[[Category:Interest Groups]]

Knitting Machines

2015-01-08T17:47:18Z

Jesseseay:

== Knitting Machine Workshop ==

2013 Workshop Syllabus [[Knitting Machine Workshop Syllabus 2013]]

Instructor: [http://blog.jesseseay.com/ Jesse Seay]

3-Part Knitting Machine Workshop

Each class is about 2 hours long, and includes homework.

Materials Fee: $26
* Note: fee is due one week prior to start of class (thru paypal), and used to buy materials for the workshop. The fee is non-refundable, however, you are welcome to sell your spot to someone else, prior to the first class.

Class size: 4 people.
* Additional students may be added provided they bring their own machines.

Text: [http://www.amazon.com/Hand-Manipulated-Stitches-Machine-Knitters-Guagliumi/dp/143921980X/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1386961114&sr=8-1&keywords=hand+manipulated+stitches+for+machine+knitters Hand-Manipulated Stitches for Machine Knitters] by Susan Guagliumi.
* Purchase your own or read the PS1 copy by the machines.

== Pre-Class Homework ==
Guagliumi, Ch. 1 pages 1-19.

== Class 1 Syllabus ==

Review parts of machine:
<blockquote>
# Bed
# needles
# Carriage
# Gate posts
# Sinker plate
# Tension mast
# Clamps
# Accessories:
#* Cast on thread
#* Tapestry needle
#* Cast on comb
#* Wax
#* Latch tool
#* Bodkin
#* Weights (and floor mat)
#* Comb
</blockquote>

Go over needle positions.

Watch what machine does, w/o sinker plate, for needles in each position.

Everyone practices putting sinker plate and carriage on, off.

Carriage settings: Normal (not Hold), plain knitting.

Thread the machine.

Note: On the 930, there is a metal tab on the back of the tension mast. Yarn must go '''under''' this tab to catch properly.

----
=== 1st Swatch: ===

Cast on methods:

• Open – knit 5 rows. Remove the cast on comb and see what happens.

• Every other needle – Cast on EON (Guagliumi, p 35). Hang comb. Bring rest of needles into work, and continue knitting.

Knitting

o Tension of yarn on mast – not spaghetti, not guitar string

o Tension of knit on needles – feel the weight on it, move weights every couple of inches

o Can’t change direction once needles have entered the carriage

o Push carriage - firm and steady

o Needles should end in a straight row

Cast off

Gathering Stitch Bind Off (Guagliumi p44)

Once stitches are bound off, remove weights. Run empty carriage over needles to remove knitting from machine.

----
=== 2nd Swatch ===

How to determine tension:

Read info on yarn package and

Use Angelika’s yarn chart as a guide:
http://www.yarn-store.com/different-yarns-for-different-knitting-machines.html

• Cast On (EON)

• Knit 5 rows.

• Transfer a stitch to mark your place.

• Change the T dial (generally no more than 2 #’s at a time). Write down the new T.

• Knit 10 rows.

• Transfer a stitch. Change the dial. Knit 10 rows.

• Try 2+ more settings.

• Where does the carriage run most easily?

• Bind off and remove swatch from machine. Examine swatch and note the differences between each section.

----
=== 3rd Swatch ===

The Tension Swatch

==== Standard Tension Swatch ====

# EON Cast on: 60 needles
# RC= 0
# Knit 15 rows
# Change to CC
# Knit 2 rows
# RC=0
# Knit 30 rows
# Using CC, hand-knit needles 21L and 21R.
# Knit 30 more rows with MC
# Change to CC
# Knit 2 more rows
# RC=0, change to MC
# Knit 5 rows
# Use transfer tool to transfer stitches and mark the tension dial setting.
# Knit 10 more rows.
# Bind off.

==== Chunky Tension Swatch ====

# EON Cast on: 40 needles
# RC= 0
# Knit 10 rows
# Change to CC
# Knit 2 rows
# RC=0
# Knit 20 rows
# Using CC, hand-knit needles 11L and 11R.
# Knit 20 more rows with MC
# Change to CC
# Knit 2 more rows
# RC=0, change to MC
# Knit 5 rows
# Use transfer tool to transfer stitches and mark the tension dial setting.
# Knit 5 more rows.
# Bind off.

Abbreviations
* MC = main color
* CC = contrast color
* RC = row counter
* EON = Every Other Needle

Cast off:
# Move T dial up 2 notches
# Knit a row of ravel cord.
# Leave a length of MC 3x the width, and cut.
# Switch to scrap yarn, knit 10 rows.
# Remove knitting from machine
# Finish later.

=== Yarn Winding: Winding a center pull cake. ===
Threading the winder

Winding at least 2x, changing directions

Loose tension, no knots.

Waxing while winding

== Class 1 Homework ==
* Read Guagliumi.
** Review Ch. 1.
** Read Ch. 2 on casting-on and binding off, pages 33-36, 44-48. We will do e-wrap cast-on (p 36) and back-stitch bind off (p 48) next class.

* Knit two tension swatches.
** '''Review the manual before using the machine.''' Please follow each step in the manual until you have the process memorized.
[http://www.aboutknittingmachines.com/MoreBrotherManuals.php here.]
*** KH930 (standard) section on basic knitting, casting on. pdf pages 20-23
*** KH230 (chunky) section on threading machine, basic knitting. pdf pages 9-13
*** Recommended reading: Brother Knitting Machine Techniques Book. Section on knitting a tension gauge. Pages 72-73. Download [http://www.aboutknittingmachines.com/BrotherFreeManuals.php here].

Copies of the manuals are available at the space. You can also download the pdf's

== Class 2 Syllabus ==
=== Machine care ===
* Oiling/Cleaning the machine
* The Sponge Bar
* Changing needles

=== Measuring tension swatches ===

Formula to determine gauge.

* Number of stitches divided by number of inches = stitches per inch

* Number of rows divided by number of inches = rows per inch

Note: to determine the vertical stretch for Img2Track, divide the rows per inch by stitches per inch (the result is typically 1.x).

Review Guagliumi's charts on page 8: formation of slip stitch.
----
=== Swatch 1: casting on/off with ravel cord ===
# Open cast on with Waste Yarn (WY). 10 stitches on chunky machine, 15 stitches on standard. Hang comb and weights. Knit 10 rows
# Thread ravel cord and knit 1 row with it.
# Switch to Main Color (MC). Leave a tail at beginning, 3x the width of knitting. Knit 20 rows. Leave tail at end.
# Switch to ravel cord. Knit 1 row.
# Switch to WY. Knit 20 rows.
# Switch to ravel cord. Knit 1 row.
# Switch to MC. Leave tail. Knit 20 rows. Leave tail.
# Switch to ravel cord. Knit 1 row.
# Switch to WY. Knit 10 rows.
# Remove knitting from machine.
# Cut swatch in half, through the mid point of the middle waste yarn section. Each participant takes one half, and does back stitch bind off for both the top and bottom edges.

----

=== Swatch 2: Fairisle on the 930 ===
----
Use light color solid yarns for Main Color (MC) and Contrast Color (CC) yarn. Select a pattern that has floats shorter than 5 needles.

# EON cast on, across 60 stitches.
# Hang comb and weights.
# Knit 5-6 rows.
# Carriage on Left.
# Follow instructions on page 22 of KH-930 Manual for programming a fairisle pattern into the machine.

=== Swatch 3: Drop Stitch on the 230 ===

Cast on EON, 41 stitches. Use needles 21L to 20R

# Knit 4 rows. Transfer stitch at needles 1L, 11L, 10R. Leave empty needles in B position.
# Knit 10 rows. Drop stitches at 1L, 11L, 10R. Latch up all 3 as ribs. Hang top stitch back on needle. Knit 2 rows.
# Transfer same stitches again. Leave 1L in work. Move needles 11L and 10R to A position. Knit 6 rows.
# Drop stitch on 1L. Leave 1L in work.
# Knit 10 more rows. Remove work from machine and tape open stitches.
# Use latch tool to crochet up ladders with contrast color.

== Class 2 Homework ==
* Knit a scarf. Use a tension swatch to determine your stitch size/length. Cast on an odd number of needles. Knit 2 rows, then transfer the stitch on the middle needle. Knit the full length, then drop the stitch off the middle needle. Latch it back up as a rib, before casting off. Use ravel cord for casting on and off. Leave long tails at both the start and finish of your main yarn, to do the bind off.

Here's an excellent diagram of
[http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-RVvyYLhts9c/UKq_OsTdfGI/AAAAAAAADgc/Yc8NqHQTCiE/s1600/2-catch-ladder-rungs-with-hook.jpg how to latch up a ladder], from the [http://techknitting.blogspot.com/2013/09/a-new-trick-for-fixing-errors-in-color.html TECHknitting] blog.

* Create or find a 2-color image for fairisle knitting: 40 to 60 pixels wide, and about as many pixels high. You may want to keep in mind how long the floats will be. Longer than 5 stitches can be tricky. File format: 1 bit b/w bitmap is ideal.

Reading Homework:

* [http://machineknittingetc.com/downloadable/download/sample/sample_id/32/ The KH-930 Manual]
** Loading patterns: Pdf pages 38 – 41.

** Programming your own patterns, Knitting Patterns: Pdf pages 83 —87. (Suggested reading: Variation Keys 47-56)

** [http://daviworks.com/knitting/downloads/img2track%20User%20Guide.pdf The Img2Track pdf guide]
Don't worry about the section about the divided neckline on page 4.

If you have a Mac, I suggest installing the software and walking through it per the instructions.
FYI, the sequence of button presses is the same as the sequence described in the Brother manual on page 3.

== Class 3 Syllabus ==

=== Finishing Scarf ===
* Stitching up sides
* Fringe

=== Img2Track fairisle. ===

# Connecting the machine
# Loading a pattern
# Setting up carriage
## Cast on
## Park carriage left of turn mark
## Turn on KC1
## Knit one row to select needles
## Engage MC (or other patterning buttons.) Load contrast yarn.
## Start Knitting.

Sewing sides together.

Holding and shaping stitches.

== Class 3 Homework ==
* Produce a knitted swatch using the img2track software for patterning. Bind off the stitches. Due within 2 weeks of Class 3.

== Useful Links ==

=== Before you knit ===

Brother 230 Cheat Sheet [[Media:Brother_230_Cheat_Sheet_130323.pdf]]

Chart to convert hand knit instructions to machine knitting:

Part 1 [[Media:Conversions_Made_Simple_pt1.pdf]]

Part 2 & 3 [[Media:Conversions_Made_Simple.pdf]]

[http://www.yarn-store.com/different-yarns-for-different-knitting-machines.html Chart to determine tension dial setting.]

Pattern Generator: [http://www.unikatissima.de/e/?page_id=2148 Cellular Automation] and [http://www.unikatissima.de/e/?page_id=2062 Mazes]

Knit Knack Shop: [http://knitknackshop.com/brother-acc.html accessories] and [http://knitknackshop.com/yarns.html cone yarn]

Pattern for a 4.5 mm needle pusher (1 x 1), for producing with the laser cutter and 1/8" acrylic - it may be very hard to see because the stroke is only 0.05 mm or so.
[[Media:Knitting_comb_from_stl.svg]]
[https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/File:Knitting_comb_from_stl.svg]

=== After you knit ===

How to [http://www.yarn-store.com/technique-seaming-row-to-row.html sew two knitted pieces] together.

[http://www.purlbee.com/knitting-tutorials-finishing/2011/7/14/weaving-in-your-ends.html Weaving in] the ends.

Latch tool bind off [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OsNZIlT7zfw video]. This method is probably best suited for the chunky machine.

=== General Info ===
Diana Sullivan's [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZKrfqU8CMFg&list=PL2E135CCB28900F38 Video Tutorials] the "Diana Natters On" series.

Ravelry's [http://www.ravelry.com/groups/machine-knitting machine knitting page]. The forum is a priceless source of advice and info. Free registration required.

PS:1's [[Brother KH-930 Knitting Machine]]

[https://files.secureserver.net/4szMyVbbbwuBZk Brother Knitting Machine Techniques Book].

[https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/Knitting_Machines#Class_2_Syllabus Tutorial books] (as free PDFs) for Brother Knitting Machines

[[Category:Textiles]]
[[Category:Interest Groups]]

Knitting Machines

2015-01-08T17:44:54Z

Jesseseay: /* General Info */

== Knitting Machine Workshop ==

Instructor: [http://blog.jesseseay.com/ Jesse Seay]

3-Part Knitting Machine Workshop

Each class is about 2 hours long, and includes homework.

Materials Fee: $26
* Note: fee is due one week prior to start of class (thru paypal), and used to buy materials for the workshop. The fee is non-refundable, however, you are welcome to sell your spot to someone else, prior to the first class.

Class size: 4 people.
* Additional students may be added provided they bring their own machines.

Text: [http://www.amazon.com/Hand-Manipulated-Stitches-Machine-Knitters-Guagliumi/dp/143921980X/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1386961114&sr=8-1&keywords=hand+manipulated+stitches+for+machine+knitters Hand-Manipulated Stitches for Machine Knitters] by Susan Guagliumi.
* Purchase your own or read the PS1 copy by the machines.

== Pre-Class Homework ==
Guagliumi, Ch. 1 pages 1-19.

== Class 1 Syllabus ==

Review parts of machine:
<blockquote>
# Bed
# needles
# Carriage
# Gate posts
# Sinker plate
# Tension mast
# Clamps
# Accessories:
#* Cast on thread
#* Tapestry needle
#* Cast on comb
#* Wax
#* Latch tool
#* Bodkin
#* Weights (and floor mat)
#* Comb
</blockquote>

Go over needle positions.

Watch what machine does, w/o sinker plate, for needles in each position.

Everyone practices putting sinker plate and carriage on, off.

Carriage settings: Normal (not Hold), plain knitting.

Thread the machine.

Note: On the 930, there is a metal tab on the back of the tension mast. Yarn must go '''under''' this tab to catch properly.

----
=== 1st Swatch: ===

Cast on methods:

• Open – knit 5 rows. Remove the cast on comb and see what happens.

• Every other needle – Cast on EON (Guagliumi, p 35). Hang comb. Bring rest of needles into work, and continue knitting.

Knitting

o Tension of yarn on mast – not spaghetti, not guitar string

o Tension of knit on needles – feel the weight on it, move weights every couple of inches

o Can’t change direction once needles have entered the carriage

o Push carriage - firm and steady

o Needles should end in a straight row

Cast off

Gathering Stitch Bind Off (Guagliumi p44)

Once stitches are bound off, remove weights. Run empty carriage over needles to remove knitting from machine.

----
=== 2nd Swatch ===

How to determine tension:

Read info on yarn package and

Use Angelika’s yarn chart as a guide:
http://www.yarn-store.com/different-yarns-for-different-knitting-machines.html

• Cast On (EON)

• Knit 5 rows.

• Transfer a stitch to mark your place.

• Change the T dial (generally no more than 2 #’s at a time). Write down the new T.

• Knit 10 rows.

• Transfer a stitch. Change the dial. Knit 10 rows.

• Try 2+ more settings.

• Where does the carriage run most easily?

• Bind off and remove swatch from machine. Examine swatch and note the differences between each section.

----
=== 3rd Swatch ===

The Tension Swatch

==== Standard Tension Swatch ====

# EON Cast on: 60 needles
# RC= 0
# Knit 15 rows
# Change to CC
# Knit 2 rows
# RC=0
# Knit 30 rows
# Using CC, hand-knit needles 21L and 21R.
# Knit 30 more rows with MC
# Change to CC
# Knit 2 more rows
# RC=0, change to MC
# Knit 5 rows
# Use transfer tool to transfer stitches and mark the tension dial setting.
# Knit 10 more rows.
# Bind off.

==== Chunky Tension Swatch ====

# EON Cast on: 40 needles
# RC= 0
# Knit 10 rows
# Change to CC
# Knit 2 rows
# RC=0
# Knit 20 rows
# Using CC, hand-knit needles 11L and 11R.
# Knit 20 more rows with MC
# Change to CC
# Knit 2 more rows
# RC=0, change to MC
# Knit 5 rows
# Use transfer tool to transfer stitches and mark the tension dial setting.
# Knit 5 more rows.
# Bind off.

Abbreviations
* MC = main color
* CC = contrast color
* RC = row counter
* EON = Every Other Needle

Cast off:
# Move T dial up 2 notches
# Knit a row of ravel cord.
# Leave a length of MC 3x the width, and cut.
# Switch to scrap yarn, knit 10 rows.
# Remove knitting from machine
# Finish later.

=== Yarn Winding: Winding a center pull cake. ===
Threading the winder

Winding at least 2x, changing directions

Loose tension, no knots.

Waxing while winding

== Class 1 Homework ==
* Read Guagliumi.
** Review Ch. 1.
** Read Ch. 2 on casting-on and binding off, pages 33-36, 44-48. We will do e-wrap cast-on (p 36) and back-stitch bind off (p 48) next class.

* Knit two tension swatches.
** '''Review the manual before using the machine.''' Please follow each step in the manual until you have the process memorized.
[http://www.aboutknittingmachines.com/MoreBrotherManuals.php here.]
*** KH930 (standard) section on basic knitting, casting on. pdf pages 20-23
*** KH230 (chunky) section on threading machine, basic knitting. pdf pages 9-13
*** Recommended reading: Brother Knitting Machine Techniques Book. Section on knitting a tension gauge. Pages 72-73. Download [http://www.aboutknittingmachines.com/BrotherFreeManuals.php here].

Copies of the manuals are available at the space. You can also download the pdf's

== Class 2 Syllabus ==
=== Machine care ===
* Oiling/Cleaning the machine
* The Sponge Bar
* Changing needles

=== Measuring tension swatches ===

Formula to determine gauge.

* Number of stitches divided by number of inches = stitches per inch

* Number of rows divided by number of inches = rows per inch

Note: to determine the vertical stretch for Img2Track, divide the rows per inch by stitches per inch (the result is typically 1.x).

Review Guagliumi's charts on page 8: formation of slip stitch.
----
=== Swatch 1: casting on/off with ravel cord ===
# Open cast on with Waste Yarn (WY). 10 stitches on chunky machine, 15 stitches on standard. Hang comb and weights. Knit 10 rows
# Thread ravel cord and knit 1 row with it.
# Switch to Main Color (MC). Leave a tail at beginning, 3x the width of knitting. Knit 20 rows. Leave tail at end.
# Switch to ravel cord. Knit 1 row.
# Switch to WY. Knit 20 rows.
# Switch to ravel cord. Knit 1 row.
# Switch to MC. Leave tail. Knit 20 rows. Leave tail.
# Switch to ravel cord. Knit 1 row.
# Switch to WY. Knit 10 rows.
# Remove knitting from machine.
# Cut swatch in half, through the mid point of the middle waste yarn section. Each participant takes one half, and does back stitch bind off for both the top and bottom edges.

----

=== Swatch 2: Fairisle on the 930 ===
----
Use light color solid yarns for Main Color (MC) and Contrast Color (CC) yarn. Select a pattern that has floats shorter than 5 needles.

# EON cast on, across 60 stitches.
# Hang comb and weights.
# Knit 5-6 rows.
# Carriage on Left.
# Follow instructions on page 22 of KH-930 Manual for programming a fairisle pattern into the machine.

=== Swatch 3: Drop Stitch on the 230 ===

Cast on EON, 41 stitches. Use needles 21L to 20R

# Knit 4 rows. Transfer stitch at needles 1L, 11L, 10R. Leave empty needles in B position.
# Knit 10 rows. Drop stitches at 1L, 11L, 10R. Latch up all 3 as ribs. Hang top stitch back on needle. Knit 2 rows.
# Transfer same stitches again. Leave 1L in work. Move needles 11L and 10R to A position. Knit 6 rows.
# Drop stitch on 1L. Leave 1L in work.
# Knit 10 more rows. Remove work from machine and tape open stitches.
# Use latch tool to crochet up ladders with contrast color.

== Class 2 Homework ==
* Knit a scarf. Use a tension swatch to determine your stitch size/length. Cast on an odd number of needles. Knit 2 rows, then transfer the stitch on the middle needle. Knit the full length, then drop the stitch off the middle needle. Latch it back up as a rib, before casting off. Use ravel cord for casting on and off. Leave long tails at both the start and finish of your main yarn, to do the bind off.

Here's an excellent diagram of
[http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-RVvyYLhts9c/UKq_OsTdfGI/AAAAAAAADgc/Yc8NqHQTCiE/s1600/2-catch-ladder-rungs-with-hook.jpg how to latch up a ladder], from the [http://techknitting.blogspot.com/2013/09/a-new-trick-for-fixing-errors-in-color.html TECHknitting] blog.

* Create or find a 2-color image for fairisle knitting: 40 to 60 pixels wide, and about as many pixels high. You may want to keep in mind how long the floats will be. Longer than 5 stitches can be tricky. File format: 1 bit b/w bitmap is ideal.

Reading Homework:

* [http://machineknittingetc.com/downloadable/download/sample/sample_id/32/ The KH-930 Manual]
** Loading patterns: Pdf pages 38 – 41.

** Programming your own patterns, Knitting Patterns: Pdf pages 83 —87. (Suggested reading: Variation Keys 47-56)

** [http://daviworks.com/knitting/downloads/img2track%20User%20Guide.pdf The Img2Track pdf guide]
Don't worry about the section about the divided neckline on page 4.

If you have a Mac, I suggest installing the software and walking through it per the instructions.
FYI, the sequence of button presses is the same as the sequence described in the Brother manual on page 3.

== Class 3 Syllabus ==

=== Finishing Scarf ===
* Stitching up sides
* Fringe

=== Img2Track fairisle. ===

# Connecting the machine
# Loading a pattern
# Setting up carriage
## Cast on
## Park carriage left of turn mark
## Turn on KC1
## Knit one row to select needles
## Engage MC (or other patterning buttons.) Load contrast yarn.
## Start Knitting.

Sewing sides together.

Holding and shaping stitches.

== Class 3 Homework ==
* Produce a knitted swatch using the img2track software for patterning. Bind off the stitches. Due within 2 weeks of Class 3.

== Useful Links ==

=== Before you knit ===

Brother 230 Cheat Sheet [[Media:Brother_230_Cheat_Sheet_130323.pdf]]

Chart to convert hand knit instructions to machine knitting:

Part 1 [[Media:Conversions_Made_Simple_pt1.pdf]]

Part 2 & 3 [[Media:Conversions_Made_Simple.pdf]]

[http://www.yarn-store.com/different-yarns-for-different-knitting-machines.html Chart to determine tension dial setting.]

Pattern Generator: [http://www.unikatissima.de/e/?page_id=2148 Cellular Automation] and [http://www.unikatissima.de/e/?page_id=2062 Mazes]

Knit Knack Shop: [http://knitknackshop.com/brother-acc.html accessories] and [http://knitknackshop.com/yarns.html cone yarn]

Pattern for a 4.5 mm needle pusher (1 x 1), for producing with the laser cutter and 1/8" acrylic - it may be very hard to see because the stroke is only 0.05 mm or so.
[[Media:Knitting_comb_from_stl.svg]]
[https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/File:Knitting_comb_from_stl.svg]

=== After you knit ===

How to [http://www.yarn-store.com/technique-seaming-row-to-row.html sew two knitted pieces] together.

[http://www.purlbee.com/knitting-tutorials-finishing/2011/7/14/weaving-in-your-ends.html Weaving in] the ends.

Latch tool bind off [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OsNZIlT7zfw video]. This method is probably best suited for the chunky machine.

=== General Info ===
Diana Sullivan's [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZKrfqU8CMFg&list=PL2E135CCB28900F38 Video Tutorials] the "Diana Natters On" series.

Ravelry's [http://www.ravelry.com/groups/machine-knitting machine knitting page]. The forum is a priceless source of advice and info. Free registration required.

PS:1's [[Brother KH-930 Knitting Machine]]

[https://files.secureserver.net/4szMyVbbbwuBZk Brother Knitting Machine Techniques Book].

[https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/Knitting_Machines#Class_2_Syllabus Tutorial books] (as free PDFs) for Brother Knitting Machines

[[Category:Textiles]]
[[Category:Interest Groups]]

Knitting Machines

2014-11-08T18:52:03Z

Jesseseay: /* Before you knit */

== Knitting Machine Workshop ==

Instructor: [http://blog.jesseseay.com/ Jesse Seay]

3-Part Knitting Machine Workshop

Each class is about 2 hours long, and includes homework.

Materials Fee: $26
* Note: fee is due one week prior to start of class (thru paypal), and used to buy materials for the workshop. The fee is non-refundable, however, you are welcome to sell your spot to someone else, prior to the first class.

Class size: 4 people.
* Additional students may be added provided they bring their own machines.

Text: [http://www.amazon.com/Hand-Manipulated-Stitches-Machine-Knitters-Guagliumi/dp/143921980X/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1386961114&sr=8-1&keywords=hand+manipulated+stitches+for+machine+knitters Hand-Manipulated Stitches for Machine Knitters] by Susan Guagliumi.
* Purchase your own or read the PS1 copy by the machines.

== Pre-Class Homework ==
Guagliumi, Ch. 1 pages 1-19.

== Class 1 Syllabus ==

Review parts of machine:
<blockquote>
# Bed
# needles
# Carriage
# Gate posts
# Sinker plate
# Tension mast
# Clamps
# Accessories:
#* Cast on thread
#* Tapestry needle
#* Cast on comb
#* Wax
#* Latch tool
#* Bodkin
#* Weights (and floor mat)
#* Comb
</blockquote>

Go over needle positions.

Watch what machine does, w/o sinker plate, for needles in each position.

Everyone practices putting sinker plate and carriage on, off.

Carriage settings: Normal (not Hold), plain knitting.

Thread the machine.

Note: On the 930, there is a metal tab on the back of the tension mast. Yarn must go '''under''' this tab to catch properly.

----
=== 1st Swatch: ===

Cast on methods:

• Open – knit 5 rows. Remove the cast on comb and see what happens.

• Every other needle – Cast on EON (Guagliumi, p 35). Hang comb. Bring rest of needles into work, and continue knitting.

Knitting

o Tension of yarn on mast – not spaghetti, not guitar string

o Tension of knit on needles – feel the weight on it, move weights every couple of inches

o Can’t change direction once needles have entered the carriage

o Push carriage - firm and steady

o Needles should end in a straight row

Cast off

Gathering Stitch Bind Off (Guagliumi p44)

Once stitches are bound off, remove weights. Run empty carriage over needles to remove knitting from machine.

----
=== 2nd Swatch ===

How to determine tension:

Read info on yarn package and

Use Angelika’s yarn chart as a guide:
http://www.yarn-store.com/different-yarns-for-different-knitting-machines.html

• Cast On (EON)

• Knit 5 rows.

• Transfer a stitch to mark your place.

• Change the T dial (generally no more than 2 #’s at a time). Write down the new T.

• Knit 10 rows.

• Transfer a stitch. Change the dial. Knit 10 rows.

• Try 2+ more settings.

• Where does the carriage run most easily?

• Bind off and remove swatch from machine. Examine swatch and note the differences between each section.

----
=== 3rd Swatch ===

The Tension Swatch

==== Standard Tension Swatch ====

# EON Cast on: 60 needles
# RC= 0
# Knit 15 rows
# Change to CC
# Knit 2 rows
# RC=0
# Knit 30 rows
# Using CC, hand-knit needles 21L and 21R.
# Knit 30 more rows with MC
# Change to CC
# Knit 2 more rows
# RC=0, change to MC
# Knit 5 rows
# Use transfer tool to transfer stitches and mark the tension dial setting.
# Knit 10 more rows.
# Bind off.

==== Chunky Tension Swatch ====

# EON Cast on: 40 needles
# RC= 0
# Knit 10 rows
# Change to CC
# Knit 2 rows
# RC=0
# Knit 20 rows
# Using CC, hand-knit needles 11L and 11R.
# Knit 20 more rows with MC
# Change to CC
# Knit 2 more rows
# RC=0, change to MC
# Knit 5 rows
# Use transfer tool to transfer stitches and mark the tension dial setting.
# Knit 5 more rows.
# Bind off.

Abbreviations
* MC = main color
* CC = contrast color
* RC = row counter
* EON = Every Other Needle

Cast off:
# Move T dial up 2 notches
# Knit a row of ravel cord.
# Leave a length of MC 3x the width, and cut.
# Switch to scrap yarn, knit 10 rows.
# Remove knitting from machine
# Finish later.

=== Yarn Winding: Winding a center pull cake. ===
Threading the winder

Winding at least 2x, changing directions

Loose tension, no knots.

Waxing while winding

== Class 1 Homework ==
* Read Guagliumi.
** Review Ch. 1.
** Read Ch. 2 on casting-on and binding off, pages 33-36, 44-48. We will do e-wrap cast-on (p 36) and back-stitch bind off (p 48) next class.

* Knit two tension swatches.
** '''Review the manual before using the machine.''' Please follow each step in the manual until you have the process memorized.
[http://www.aboutknittingmachines.com/MoreBrotherManuals.php here.]
*** KH930 (standard) section on basic knitting, casting on. pdf pages 20-23
*** KH230 (chunky) section on threading machine, basic knitting. pdf pages 9-13
*** Recommended reading: Brother Knitting Machine Techniques Book. Section on knitting a tension gauge. Pages 72-73. Download [http://www.aboutknittingmachines.com/BrotherFreeManuals.php here].

Copies of the manuals are available at the space. You can also download the pdf's

== Class 2 Syllabus ==
=== Machine care ===
* Oiling/Cleaning the machine
* The Sponge Bar
* Changing needles

=== Measuring tension swatches ===

Formula to determine gauge.

* Number of stitches divided by number of inches = stitches per inch

* Number of rows divided by number of inches = rows per inch

Note: to determine the vertical stretch for Img2Track, divide the rows per inch by stitches per inch (the result is typically 1.x).

Review Guagliumi's charts on page 8: formation of slip stitch.
----
=== Swatch 1: casting on/off with ravel cord ===
# Open cast on with Waste Yarn (WY). 10 stitches on chunky machine, 15 stitches on standard. Hang comb and weights. Knit 10 rows
# Thread ravel cord and knit 1 row with it.
# Switch to Main Color (MC). Leave a tail at beginning, 3x the width of knitting. Knit 20 rows. Leave tail at end.
# Switch to ravel cord. Knit 1 row.
# Switch to WY. Knit 20 rows.
# Switch to ravel cord. Knit 1 row.
# Switch to MC. Leave tail. Knit 20 rows. Leave tail.
# Switch to ravel cord. Knit 1 row.
# Switch to WY. Knit 10 rows.
# Remove knitting from machine.
# Cut swatch in half, through the mid point of the middle waste yarn section. Each participant takes one half, and does back stitch bind off for both the top and bottom edges.

----

=== Swatch 2: Fairisle on the 930 ===
----
Use light color solid yarns for Main Color (MC) and Contrast Color (CC) yarn. Select a pattern that has floats shorter than 5 needles.

# EON cast on, across 60 stitches.
# Hang comb and weights.
# Knit 5-6 rows.
# Carriage on Left.
# Follow instructions on page 22 of KH-930 Manual for programming a fairisle pattern into the machine.

=== Swatch 3: Drop Stitch on the 230 ===

Cast on EON, 41 stitches. Use needles 21L to 20R

# Knit 4 rows. Transfer stitch at needles 1L, 11L, 10R. Leave empty needles in B position.
# Knit 10 rows. Drop stitches at 1L, 11L, 10R. Latch up all 3 as ribs. Hang top stitch back on needle. Knit 2 rows.
# Transfer same stitches again. Leave 1L in work. Move needles 11L and 10R to A position. Knit 6 rows.
# Drop stitch on 1L. Leave 1L in work.
# Knit 10 more rows. Remove work from machine and tape open stitches.
# Use latch tool to crochet up ladders with contrast color.

== Class 2 Homework ==
* Knit a scarf. Use a tension swatch to determine your stitch size/length. Cast on an odd number of needles. Knit 2 rows, then transfer the stitch on the middle needle. Knit the full length, then drop the stitch off the middle needle. Latch it back up as a rib, before casting off. Use ravel cord for casting on and off. Leave long tails at both the start and finish of your main yarn, to do the bind off.

Here's an excellent diagram of
[http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-RVvyYLhts9c/UKq_OsTdfGI/AAAAAAAADgc/Yc8NqHQTCiE/s1600/2-catch-ladder-rungs-with-hook.jpg how to latch up a ladder], from the [http://techknitting.blogspot.com/2013/09/a-new-trick-for-fixing-errors-in-color.html TECHknitting] blog.

* Create or find a 2-color image for fairisle knitting: 40 to 60 pixels wide, and about as many pixels high. You may want to keep in mind how long the floats will be. Longer than 5 stitches can be tricky. File format: 1 bit b/w bitmap is ideal.

Reading Homework:

* [http://machineknittingetc.com/downloadable/download/sample/sample_id/32/ The KH-930 Manual]
** Loading patterns: Pdf pages 38 – 41.

** Programming your own patterns, Knitting Patterns: Pdf pages 83 —87. (Suggested reading: Variation Keys 47-56)

** [http://daviworks.com/knitting/downloads/img2track%20User%20Guide.pdf The Img2Track pdf guide]
Don't worry about the section about the divided neckline on page 4.

If you have a Mac, I suggest installing the software and walking through it per the instructions.
FYI, the sequence of button presses is the same as the sequence described in the Brother manual on page 3.

== Class 3 Syllabus ==

=== Finishing Scarf ===
* Stitching up sides
* Fringe

=== Img2Track fairisle. ===

# Connecting the machine
# Loading a pattern
# Setting up carriage
## Cast on
## Park carriage left of turn mark
## Turn on KC1
## Knit one row to select needles
## Engage MC (or other patterning buttons.) Load contrast yarn.
## Start Knitting.

Sewing sides together.

Holding and shaping stitches.

== Class 3 Homework ==
* Produce a knitted swatch using the img2track software for patterning. Bind off the stitches. Due within 2 weeks of Class 3.

== Useful Links ==

=== Before you knit ===

Brother 230 Cheat Sheet [[Media:Brother_230_Cheat_Sheet_130323.pdf]]

Chart to convert hand knit instructions to machine knitting:

Part 1 [[Media:Conversions_Made_Simple_pt1.pdf]]

Part 2 & 3 [[Media:Conversions_Made_Simple.pdf]]

[http://www.yarn-store.com/different-yarns-for-different-knitting-machines.html Chart to determine tension dial setting.]

Pattern Generator: [http://www.unikatissima.de/e/?page_id=2148 Cellular Automation] and [http://www.unikatissima.de/e/?page_id=2062 Mazes]

Knit Knack Shop: [http://knitknackshop.com/brother-acc.html accessories] and [http://knitknackshop.com/yarns.html cone yarn]

Pattern for a 4.5 mm needle pusher (1 x 1), for producing with the laser cutter and 1/8" acrylic - it may be very hard to see because the stroke is only 0.05 mm or so.
[[Media:Knitting_comb_from_stl.svg]]
[https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/File:Knitting_comb_from_stl.svg]

=== After you knit ===

How to [http://www.yarn-store.com/technique-seaming-row-to-row.html sew two knitted pieces] together.

[http://www.purlbee.com/knitting-tutorials-finishing/2011/7/14/weaving-in-your-ends.html Weaving in] the ends.

Latch tool bind off [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OsNZIlT7zfw video]. This method is probably best suited for the chunky machine.

=== General Info ===
Diana Sullivan's [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZKrfqU8CMFg&list=PL2E135CCB28900F38 Video Tutorials] the "Diana Natters On" series.

Ravelry's [http://www.ravelry.com/groups/machine-knitting machine knitting page]. The forum is a priceless source of advice and info. Free registration required.

PS:1's [[Brother KH-930 Knitting Machine]]
[https://files.secureserver.net/4szMyVbbbwuBZk Brother Knitting Machine Techniques Book].

[https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/Knitting_Machines#Class_2_Syllabus Tutorial books] (as free PDFs) for Brother Knitting Machines

[[Category:Textiles]]
[[Category:Interest Groups]]

Knitting Machines

2014-11-08T18:50:28Z

Jesseseay: /* Before you knit */

== Knitting Machine Workshop ==

Instructor: [http://blog.jesseseay.com/ Jesse Seay]

3-Part Knitting Machine Workshop

Each class is about 2 hours long, and includes homework.

Materials Fee: $26
* Note: fee is due one week prior to start of class (thru paypal), and used to buy materials for the workshop. The fee is non-refundable, however, you are welcome to sell your spot to someone else, prior to the first class.

Class size: 4 people.
* Additional students may be added provided they bring their own machines.

Text: [http://www.amazon.com/Hand-Manipulated-Stitches-Machine-Knitters-Guagliumi/dp/143921980X/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1386961114&sr=8-1&keywords=hand+manipulated+stitches+for+machine+knitters Hand-Manipulated Stitches for Machine Knitters] by Susan Guagliumi.
* Purchase your own or read the PS1 copy by the machines.

== Pre-Class Homework ==
Guagliumi, Ch. 1 pages 1-19.

== Class 1 Syllabus ==

Review parts of machine:
<blockquote>
# Bed
# needles
# Carriage
# Gate posts
# Sinker plate
# Tension mast
# Clamps
# Accessories:
#* Cast on thread
#* Tapestry needle
#* Cast on comb
#* Wax
#* Latch tool
#* Bodkin
#* Weights (and floor mat)
#* Comb
</blockquote>

Go over needle positions.

Watch what machine does, w/o sinker plate, for needles in each position.

Everyone practices putting sinker plate and carriage on, off.

Carriage settings: Normal (not Hold), plain knitting.

Thread the machine.

Note: On the 930, there is a metal tab on the back of the tension mast. Yarn must go '''under''' this tab to catch properly.

----
=== 1st Swatch: ===

Cast on methods:

• Open – knit 5 rows. Remove the cast on comb and see what happens.

• Every other needle – Cast on EON (Guagliumi, p 35). Hang comb. Bring rest of needles into work, and continue knitting.

Knitting

o Tension of yarn on mast – not spaghetti, not guitar string

o Tension of knit on needles – feel the weight on it, move weights every couple of inches

o Can’t change direction once needles have entered the carriage

o Push carriage - firm and steady

o Needles should end in a straight row

Cast off

Gathering Stitch Bind Off (Guagliumi p44)

Once stitches are bound off, remove weights. Run empty carriage over needles to remove knitting from machine.

----
=== 2nd Swatch ===

How to determine tension:

Read info on yarn package and

Use Angelika’s yarn chart as a guide:
http://www.yarn-store.com/different-yarns-for-different-knitting-machines.html

• Cast On (EON)

• Knit 5 rows.

• Transfer a stitch to mark your place.

• Change the T dial (generally no more than 2 #’s at a time). Write down the new T.

• Knit 10 rows.

• Transfer a stitch. Change the dial. Knit 10 rows.

• Try 2+ more settings.

• Where does the carriage run most easily?

• Bind off and remove swatch from machine. Examine swatch and note the differences between each section.

----
=== 3rd Swatch ===

The Tension Swatch

==== Standard Tension Swatch ====

# EON Cast on: 60 needles
# RC= 0
# Knit 15 rows
# Change to CC
# Knit 2 rows
# RC=0
# Knit 30 rows
# Using CC, hand-knit needles 21L and 21R.
# Knit 30 more rows with MC
# Change to CC
# Knit 2 more rows
# RC=0, change to MC
# Knit 5 rows
# Use transfer tool to transfer stitches and mark the tension dial setting.
# Knit 10 more rows.
# Bind off.

==== Chunky Tension Swatch ====

# EON Cast on: 40 needles
# RC= 0
# Knit 10 rows
# Change to CC
# Knit 2 rows
# RC=0
# Knit 20 rows
# Using CC, hand-knit needles 11L and 11R.
# Knit 20 more rows with MC
# Change to CC
# Knit 2 more rows
# RC=0, change to MC
# Knit 5 rows
# Use transfer tool to transfer stitches and mark the tension dial setting.
# Knit 5 more rows.
# Bind off.

Abbreviations
* MC = main color
* CC = contrast color
* RC = row counter
* EON = Every Other Needle

Cast off:
# Move T dial up 2 notches
# Knit a row of ravel cord.
# Leave a length of MC 3x the width, and cut.
# Switch to scrap yarn, knit 10 rows.
# Remove knitting from machine
# Finish later.

=== Yarn Winding: Winding a center pull cake. ===
Threading the winder

Winding at least 2x, changing directions

Loose tension, no knots.

Waxing while winding

== Class 1 Homework ==
* Read Guagliumi.
** Review Ch. 1.
** Read Ch. 2 on casting-on and binding off, pages 33-36, 44-48. We will do e-wrap cast-on (p 36) and back-stitch bind off (p 48) next class.

* Knit two tension swatches.
** '''Review the manual before using the machine.''' Please follow each step in the manual until you have the process memorized.
[http://www.aboutknittingmachines.com/MoreBrotherManuals.php here.]
*** KH930 (standard) section on basic knitting, casting on. pdf pages 20-23
*** KH230 (chunky) section on threading machine, basic knitting. pdf pages 9-13
*** Recommended reading: Brother Knitting Machine Techniques Book. Section on knitting a tension gauge. Pages 72-73. Download [http://www.aboutknittingmachines.com/BrotherFreeManuals.php here].

Copies of the manuals are available at the space. You can also download the pdf's

== Class 2 Syllabus ==
=== Machine care ===
* Oiling/Cleaning the machine
* The Sponge Bar
* Changing needles

=== Measuring tension swatches ===

Formula to determine gauge.

* Number of stitches divided by number of inches = stitches per inch

* Number of rows divided by number of inches = rows per inch

Note: to determine the vertical stretch for Img2Track, divide the rows per inch by stitches per inch (the result is typically 1.x).

Review Guagliumi's charts on page 8: formation of slip stitch.
----
=== Swatch 1: casting on/off with ravel cord ===
# Open cast on with Waste Yarn (WY). 10 stitches on chunky machine, 15 stitches on standard. Hang comb and weights. Knit 10 rows
# Thread ravel cord and knit 1 row with it.
# Switch to Main Color (MC). Leave a tail at beginning, 3x the width of knitting. Knit 20 rows. Leave tail at end.
# Switch to ravel cord. Knit 1 row.
# Switch to WY. Knit 20 rows.
# Switch to ravel cord. Knit 1 row.
# Switch to MC. Leave tail. Knit 20 rows. Leave tail.
# Switch to ravel cord. Knit 1 row.
# Switch to WY. Knit 10 rows.
# Remove knitting from machine.
# Cut swatch in half, through the mid point of the middle waste yarn section. Each participant takes one half, and does back stitch bind off for both the top and bottom edges.

----

=== Swatch 2: Fairisle on the 930 ===
----
Use light color solid yarns for Main Color (MC) and Contrast Color (CC) yarn. Select a pattern that has floats shorter than 5 needles.

# EON cast on, across 60 stitches.
# Hang comb and weights.
# Knit 5-6 rows.
# Carriage on Left.
# Follow instructions on page 22 of KH-930 Manual for programming a fairisle pattern into the machine.

=== Swatch 3: Drop Stitch on the 230 ===

Cast on EON, 41 stitches. Use needles 21L to 20R

# Knit 4 rows. Transfer stitch at needles 1L, 11L, 10R. Leave empty needles in B position.
# Knit 10 rows. Drop stitches at 1L, 11L, 10R. Latch up all 3 as ribs. Hang top stitch back on needle. Knit 2 rows.
# Transfer same stitches again. Leave 1L in work. Move needles 11L and 10R to A position. Knit 6 rows.
# Drop stitch on 1L. Leave 1L in work.
# Knit 10 more rows. Remove work from machine and tape open stitches.
# Use latch tool to crochet up ladders with contrast color.

== Class 2 Homework ==
* Knit a scarf. Use a tension swatch to determine your stitch size/length. Cast on an odd number of needles. Knit 2 rows, then transfer the stitch on the middle needle. Knit the full length, then drop the stitch off the middle needle. Latch it back up as a rib, before casting off. Use ravel cord for casting on and off. Leave long tails at both the start and finish of your main yarn, to do the bind off.

Here's an excellent diagram of
[http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-RVvyYLhts9c/UKq_OsTdfGI/AAAAAAAADgc/Yc8NqHQTCiE/s1600/2-catch-ladder-rungs-with-hook.jpg how to latch up a ladder], from the [http://techknitting.blogspot.com/2013/09/a-new-trick-for-fixing-errors-in-color.html TECHknitting] blog.

* Create or find a 2-color image for fairisle knitting: 40 to 60 pixels wide, and about as many pixels high. You may want to keep in mind how long the floats will be. Longer than 5 stitches can be tricky. File format: 1 bit b/w bitmap is ideal.

Reading Homework:

* [http://machineknittingetc.com/downloadable/download/sample/sample_id/32/ The KH-930 Manual]
** Loading patterns: Pdf pages 38 – 41.

** Programming your own patterns, Knitting Patterns: Pdf pages 83 —87. (Suggested reading: Variation Keys 47-56)

** [http://daviworks.com/knitting/downloads/img2track%20User%20Guide.pdf The Img2Track pdf guide]
Don't worry about the section about the divided neckline on page 4.

If you have a Mac, I suggest installing the software and walking through it per the instructions.
FYI, the sequence of button presses is the same as the sequence described in the Brother manual on page 3.

== Class 3 Syllabus ==

=== Finishing Scarf ===
* Stitching up sides
* Fringe

=== Img2Track fairisle. ===

# Connecting the machine
# Loading a pattern
# Setting up carriage
## Cast on
## Park carriage left of turn mark
## Turn on KC1
## Knit one row to select needles
## Engage MC (or other patterning buttons.) Load contrast yarn.
## Start Knitting.

Sewing sides together.

Holding and shaping stitches.

== Class 3 Homework ==
* Produce a knitted swatch using the img2track software for patterning. Bind off the stitches. Due within 2 weeks of Class 3.

== Useful Links ==

=== Before you knit ===

Brother 230 Cheat Sheet [[Brother_230_Cheat_Sheet_130323.pdf]]

Chart to convert hand knit instructions to machine knitting:

Part 1 [[Media:Conversions_Made_Simple_pt1.pdf]]

Part 2 & 3 [[Media:Conversions_Made_Simple.pdf]]

[http://www.yarn-store.com/different-yarns-for-different-knitting-machines.html Chart to determine tension dial setting.]

Pattern Generator: [http://www.unikatissima.de/e/?page_id=2148 Cellular Automation] and [http://www.unikatissima.de/e/?page_id=2062 Mazes]

Knit Knack Shop: [http://knitknackshop.com/brother-acc.html accessories] and [http://knitknackshop.com/yarns.html cone yarn]

Pattern for a 4.5 mm needle pusher (1 x 1), for producing with the laser cutter and 1/8" acrylic - it may be very hard to see because the stroke is only 0.05 mm or so.
[[Media:Knitting_comb_from_stl.svg]]
[https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/File:Knitting_comb_from_stl.svg]

=== After you knit ===

How to [http://www.yarn-store.com/technique-seaming-row-to-row.html sew two knitted pieces] together.

[http://www.purlbee.com/knitting-tutorials-finishing/2011/7/14/weaving-in-your-ends.html Weaving in] the ends.

Latch tool bind off [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OsNZIlT7zfw video]. This method is probably best suited for the chunky machine.

=== General Info ===
Diana Sullivan's [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZKrfqU8CMFg&list=PL2E135CCB28900F38 Video Tutorials] the "Diana Natters On" series.

Ravelry's [http://www.ravelry.com/groups/machine-knitting machine knitting page]. The forum is a priceless source of advice and info. Free registration required.

PS:1's [[Brother KH-930 Knitting Machine]]
[https://files.secureserver.net/4szMyVbbbwuBZk Brother Knitting Machine Techniques Book].

[https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/Knitting_Machines#Class_2_Syllabus Tutorial books] (as free PDFs) for Brother Knitting Machines

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File:Brother 230 Cheat Sheet 130323.pdf

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Jesseseay:

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2014-11-01T05:38:31Z

Jesseseay:

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2014-11-01T05:31:32Z

Jesseseay:

Brother KH-930 Knitting Machine

2014-06-14T18:18:40Z

Jesseseay: /* Care */

{{Template:EquipmentPage
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|certification = yes
|hackable = no
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|arrived = November 1, 2013
|doesitwork = yes
|contact = Jesse Seay
|where = Arts & Crafts
|value = $750
|image =
}}
== Care ==
* Follow the procedures outlined in the manual.
* Cover the machine when not in use.
* Clean and oil it with a rag, according to the manual. Do not apply oil directly to the machine.
* Only use fingering weight yarn with "give" - wool or acrylic.
* Put accessories back into the box when finished. Put away yarn when done.

== Certified Users ==
* Jesse Seay
* Laurie Rich
* Nathan Becka
* Sheila Miguez
* Michael Leinartas
* Jim Bethune
* Carl Karsten
* David Fell
* Ray Doeksen
* Brittany Zimmerman
* Michelle Garcia
* Everett C. Wilson
* Jake Cremer
* Dashiell Bark-Huss
* Colin Parsons
* Peter Borah
* Arturo Duarte
* Dan Thomson
* Sloan Lavery
* Ella Gentz

If your name is not on this list, DON'T use the machine.
Contact Jesse to join a [[Knitting Machines|workshop]] for certification.

[[Category:Textiles]]
[[Category:Craft]]

Brother KH-930 Knitting Machine

2014-06-14T18:17:55Z

Jesseseay: /* Certified Users */

{{Template:EquipmentPage
|owner = PS:One
|certification = yes
|hackable = no
|model = Brother KH-930
|serial = C8613227
|arrived = November 1, 2013
|doesitwork = yes
|contact = Jesse Seay
|where = Arts & Crafts
|value = $750
|image =
}}
== Care ==
* Follow the procedures outlined in the manual.
* Cover the machine when not in use.
* Clean and oil it with a rag, according to the manual. Do not apply oil directly to the machine.
* Only use worsted weight yarn with "give" - wool or acrylic.
* Put accessories back into the box when finished.

== Certified Users ==
* Jesse Seay
* Laurie Rich
* Nathan Becka
* Sheila Miguez
* Michael Leinartas
* Jim Bethune
* Carl Karsten
* David Fell
* Ray Doeksen
* Brittany Zimmerman
* Michelle Garcia
* Everett C. Wilson
* Jake Cremer
* Dashiell Bark-Huss
* Colin Parsons
* Peter Borah
* Arturo Duarte
* Dan Thomson
* Sloan Lavery
* Ella Gentz

If your name is not on this list, DON'T use the machine.
Contact Jesse to join a [[Knitting Machines|workshop]] for certification.

[[Category:Textiles]]
[[Category:Craft]]

Brother KH-930 Knitting Machine

2014-06-14T18:02:49Z

Jesseseay: /* Certified Users */

{{Template:EquipmentPage
|owner = PS:One
|certification = yes
|hackable = no
|model = Brother KH-930
|serial = C8613227
|arrived = November 1, 2013
|doesitwork = yes
|contact = Jesse Seay
|where = Arts & Crafts
|value = $750
|image =
}}
== Certified Users ==
* Jesse Seay
* Laurie Rich
* Nathan Becka
* Sheila Miguez
* Michael Leinartas
* Jim Bethune
* Carl Karsten
* David Fell
* Ray Doeksen
* Brittany Zimmerman
* Michelle Garcia
* Everett C. Wilson
* Jake Cremer
* Dashiell Bark-Huss
* Colin Parsons
* Peter Borah
* Arturo Duarte
* Dan Thomson
* Sloan Lavery
* Ella Gentz

If your name is not on this list, DON'T use the machine.
Contact Jesse to join a [[Knitting Machines|workshop]] for certification.

[[Category:Textiles]]
[[Category:Craft]]

Brother 230 knitting machine

2014-06-14T18:02:18Z

Jesseseay: /* Certified Users */

{{Template:EquipmentPage|owner=Jesse Seay|model=Brother 230|serial=L4214189|arrived=2013 |doesitwork=yes|contact=Jesse Seay|where=Unseamly Row |certification=yes |hackable=no|value=$350}}<br />
== Certified Users ==
* Jesse Seay
* Laurie Rich
* Aly Noe
* Nathan Becka
* Sheila Miguez
* Michael Leinartas
* Jim Bethune
* David Fell
* Carl Karsten
* David Fell
* Jim Bethune
* Nathan Becka
* Michael Leinartz
* Everett Wilson
* Ray Doeksen
* Brittany Zimmerman
* Michelle Garcia
* Jake Cremer
* Peter Borah
* Dashiell Bark-Huss
* Colin Parsons
* Arturo Duarte
* Dan Thomson
* Sloan Lavery
* Ella Gentz

If your name is not on this list, DON'T use the machine.
Call Jesse to get certified.

== Care ==
* Follow the procedures outlined in the manual.
* Cover the machine when not in use.
* Clean and oil it with a rag, according to the manual. Do not apply oil directly to the machine.
* Only use worsted weight yarn with "give" - wool or acrylic.
* Put accessories back into the box when finished.

== Resources ==

Read the [https://files.secureserver.net/4sN2EEv6GPgpvQ Manual].

[https://files.secureserver.net/4szMyVbbbwuBZk Knitting Machine Techniques Book].

More manuals and guides available [http://www.aboutknittingmachines.com/BrotherFreeManuals.php here].

[[Category:Textiles]]
[[Category:Craft]]
[[Category:Photographs Needed]]

Brother 230 knitting machine

2014-06-14T18:00:10Z

Jesseseay: /* Certified Users */

{{Template:EquipmentPage|owner=Jesse Seay|model=Brother 230|serial=L4214189|arrived=2013 |doesitwork=yes|contact=Jesse Seay|where=Unseamly Row |certification=yes |hackable=no|value=$350}}<br />
== Certified Users ==
* Jesse Seay
* Laurie Rich
* Aly Noe
* Nathan Becka
* Sheila Miguez
* Michael Leinartas
* Jim Bethune
* David Fell
* Carl Karsten
* David Fell
* Jim Bethune
* Nathan Becka
* Michael Leinartz
* Everett Wilson
* Ray Doeksen
* Brittany Zimmerman
* Michelle Garcia
* Jake Cremer
* Peter
* Dashiell Bark-Huss
* Colin Parsons
* Arturo Duarte
* Dan Thomson
* Sloan Lavery
* Ella Gentz

If your name is not on this list, DON'T use the machine.
Call Jesse to get certified.

== Care ==
* Follow the procedures outlined in the manual.
* Cover the machine when not in use.
* Clean and oil it with a rag, according to the manual. Do not apply oil directly to the machine.
* Only use worsted weight yarn with "give" - wool or acrylic.
* Put accessories back into the box when finished.

== Resources ==

Read the [https://files.secureserver.net/4sN2EEv6GPgpvQ Manual].

[https://files.secureserver.net/4szMyVbbbwuBZk Knitting Machine Techniques Book].

More manuals and guides available [http://www.aboutknittingmachines.com/BrotherFreeManuals.php here].

[[Category:Textiles]]
[[Category:Craft]]
[[Category:Photographs Needed]]

300 Seconds of fame

2014-05-07T02:28:39Z

Jesseseay: /* Current 300SoF */

2nd Tuesdays of each month at PS:One, you! yes YOU! get to hear your fellow members, geeks, and other associated community-minded people present to whoever wants to show up, but only for 300 seconds apiece.

You've got five minutes. Use it wisely.

== What is it? ==

300 Seconds of Fame (300SoF) is a combination/alteration of PS:One's separate [http://pumpingstationone.org/2009/11/lightning-talks-at-pumping-station-one/ lightning talks] and [http://pumpingstationone.org/2009/11/pechakucha-night-at-psone/ Pecha Kucha night], taking in elements from [https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Five_Minutes_of_Fame Noisebridge's Five Minutes of Fame], which in turn is an adaptation of CCC's Lightning Talks. The idea is that we hold about an hour's worth of 5 minute open mic slots. You can run shorter, but not longer, than five minutes.

Within those parameters, what is it? Glad you asked.

It can be a presentation, a musical number, a demonstration, a debate, a run-through of a proof of concept, performance art, live circuit bending, etc, etc, ad nauseum. Will it fit into five minutes, be feasible for the space, and be appreciated by an audience? Go for it.

== When and Where does it happen? ==

Second Tuesday of every month after the 8pm meeting at PS:One. (doors open at 6ish)

== Why are we doing this? ==

* Easy way to find out what's going on at PS:One -- no need to sit through long lectures.
* Some people are working on projects that are not ready for a full 30 minute or hour long talk, but they want to get their ideas out. Maybe they need help; maybe they want to propose an idea to the PS:One community.
* Some people are shy about public speaking and want to practice without giving an "official" conference talk, which can be daunting. This is a great way to try it out in a community of peers.
* These days, many of us are becoming entrepreneurs to one extent or another. If you're trying to sell your idea to someone, you need to be able to explain it in five minutes or less.
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Discordianism#Law_of_Fives "The Law of Fives"]

== How can I participate? ==

Easy - sign up to give a talk! Contact Everett (NegativeK on irc OR @ gmail com) or add your talk to the Current section below.

Include your name (or handle) and talk title, as well as whether or not you'll need projector access.

== How can I attend? ==

Just show up!

== Current 300SoF ==

To be held at May 13th, 2014 at approximately 8:30pm.

# tac - 300 Seconds of Puzzles.
# Jason - Music visualization
# Jesse - Knitting Circuit Boards

== Past 300SoF ==
==== April 2014 ====
# Ste - HD Retrovision
# Bjonnh - Reverse engineering in academia
# Mike - How GPS Works
# Dan - First Robotics Competition

==== March 2014 ====
# Eric Stein - What Beer Church Does
# Ryan Pierce - How to make lots of noise and ozone: Tesla coils!
# A. Catherine Noon - What's in a publishing contract? One author's experience.
# Hef - Howto Wiki (projector)
# Nick - Thoughts on Surveillance
# Pete N. - Zymurgy at PS:1 and Random Renaissance Moment

==== February 2014 ====
# Lyn - Creative looms for rubberband items
# Mike - Snaaaake, it's a snaaaake.
# Bry - Lazor Air Ballons
# Justin - 300 Seconds Worth of Servo Stuff
# Hef - Tech Updates - Blog edition. (projector)
# A. Catherine Noon - Getting paid to write books - or, Stories That Make You Late For Work.
# Sacha - I made a tweeting, motion sensing hammer in 72 hours. It changed how I do all my projects

==== January 2014 ====
# Director at Large nominee - Ed Bennett
# Director at Large nominee - Jay Hopkins
# Director at Large nominee - A. Catherine Noon
# CTO nominee - Hef
# Treasurer nominee - Steve Farkas
# Secretary nominee - Rhys Rhaven
# Secretary nominee - Derek Bever
# Vice President nominee - Everett Wilson
# President nominee - Bryanna Denney

==== December 2013 ====
# Mike - The Projective Plane
# Hef - Tech Updates (Including Root For All)
# loans - Modern intelligent lighting
# Ste - Composite Video Encoding/Decoding
# Jerry - Adding Cosinusoidal Functions the Relatively Easy Way, or Phasors
# Kevin - Alexander G. Bell - Electromagnetic noise reduction

==== November 2013 ====
# Andrey Belomutskiy - rusEfi - DIY electronic fuel injection [projector]
# Frank Duncon - Frank talks about netlogo [projector]
# Tac - sqrt(2)
# Hef - State of the technologies

==== October 2013 ====
# Bry - Look at this cake I made (interactive) [projector]
# Joe Walnes - Idea to Kickstarter in 90 days. Sort of.
# Ste Kulov - Digital Logic
# Jerry - 300 More Seconds of Lasers (or: Deblackboxifying the laser cutter a bit)
# eviljoel - Calling your legislature.
# Sacha - Why the lasercutter _really_ doesn't burn through the earth.

==== September 2013 ====
# Kevin - Did A.G.Bell steal the telephone? (Needs Projector)
# Hef - PS1 Technology Update. (Needs Projector)
# Anthony - Searches for Supersymmetry
# Ryan - Stuff I'm working on

==== August 2013 ====

# Hef - [https://members.pumpingstationone.org PS1 Member Site ] - Needs Projector
# Ste - Easy Op-Amps
# Jerry - Lasers: a 300 second primer
# Ryan Pierce - The Polygraph

==== July 2013 ====

# Dash - How to text message from your dreams [projector]
# Ste - Digital-to-Analog Conversion Circuit
# Jamie Becka - Chicago Time Exchange

==== June 2013 ====

# James Longfield - How not to be a dick in the shop
# Jodie Arañas - FIGMENT Chicago [Projector Access]
# Mike Maloney - Groups
# A. Catherine Noon - Finding water
# Jenny Tong - Consciousness and P-Zombies

==== May 2013 ====

# Tim - How to not kill each other with voting
# ste - Thevenin's Theorem
# Patrick O'hara - Dvorak keyboards
# Jesse Seay - Clam Shell Case Pressure Sensor

==== April 2013 ====

# Dee - Important uses of rope           [projector needed]
# Ste - Digital Signal processing
# Mike - Double Negatives

==== March 2013 ====

# - Jenny - Voting Rights Act of 1965
# - Steve - Beer Church - What to do with the mash?
# - Shellie - Amazing world of mail art
# - Mike - DAGS
# - Ste - Linear Interpolation

==== January 2013 ====
Election edition!

# Director at Large nominee - Jesse Seay
# Director at Large nominee - Ed Bennett
# Director at Large nominee - Shawn Blaszak
# Director at Large nominee - Steve Finkleman
# CTO nominee - Josh Krueger
# Treasurer nominee - Steve Farkas
# Secretary nominee - Haley Willis
# Vice President nominee - Bryanna Denney
# President nominee - Eric Stein

=== 2012 ===

==== December 2012 ====

==== November 2012 ====
# - Will McShane - Vinyl advertising as craft material
# - Mike Warot - Hacking a digital caliper

==== October 2012 ====
# - Rhys Raven - Two fine encryption tools
# - Ryan Brandys - Stuff Ryan is doing
# - Patrick Callahan - Power Racing Highlights

==== September 2012 ====
# - Benjamin Sugar - Apps for activists
# - Will McShane - Laser Scrimshaw
# - Brian Chojnowski - Antikythera
# - Donald Jacobson - Fun with 3d printing
# - Dan Locks - Find me a new job

==== August 2012 ====

# Sacha - Inkscape as Engineering Tool
# Aeva - TV hacking
# Will - 30 second chocolate cake
# Todd - Chicago wifi project
# Corinna - Radiohead bear suit
# Anthony - We Found the Higgs

==== July 2012 ====

# Sacha - From 2D to 3D: five techniques for designing objects for laser cutting
# Elory - The Big Draw Chicago
# Trevor - on behalf of the vinyl cutter
# Will - 1956 Erector set

==== June 2012 ====

# Ed - Electronic Cactus

==== May 2012 ====

# Jesse - introduction to me and my work
# Adam - Apollo 13
# Steve - Doors
# Todd - wifi project
# Sacha - Relative Risk and You
# Brian - Antikythera

==== April 2012 ====

# Rhys - Bitcoin
# Dwayne Johnson - Washcloth Robot
# Sacha De'Angeli - Photoduino Booth
# Avner - Mozilla Open Badges and Hackerspaces

==== March 2012 ====

# Eric Stein - Actual TARDIS
# Jimmy Trevor - Wanderer's Poetry
# Andrew Valkanas - Hacker, hack thy self
# Avner - Kombucha: What the #$*& is that, and can I have some?
# Adam - Artificial pancreas
# Jay - Economics and the technological singularity

==== February 2012 ====
Date change: February 7!

# Eric Stein - mkpuzzle
# Steve - Eagle to Finished Circuit Board in Two Hours
# Jenny Tong - Hacking People
# Brian Kung - Hacking Movement
# Kathy - Sea Chanties
# Ben Smith - Infolens Storage
# Sacha - Intro to Do-ocracies and Bicycle Shedding
# Colin - Stuff I Do
# Pocket Factory - Clap Rap
# Anthony - Hack the Universe
# Chris - dropping some rhymes
# Mike Warot - Computer Security Can Be Fixed

==== January 2012 ====
Election edition!

# Director at Large nominee - Eric
# Director at Large nominee - Dan Meyer
# Director at Large nominee - Steve
# CTO nominee - Eric
# Treasurer nominee - Ish
# BREAK! Cell Stretcher: an Open Science Project - Gerry
# Secretary nominee - Shawn
# Secretary nominee - Patrick
# Vice President nominee - Shawn
# Vice President nominee - Patrick
# President nominee - Tim
# BREAK! Thanks for all you've made in the past year - Anne
# Vice President nominee - Jim

=== 2011 ===

==== December 2011 ====
# Tricopter - Dan
# Osloom's linear actuator - Ed
# Making things for fun and profit - Tim
# NaNoWriYe - Laurie
# Open Science - Ben

==== November 2011 ====
# Awesome Award (and photos) - Chris and Sacha
# The Awesome Foundation - Chris
# Making a Daft Punk Helmet, and Why You Shouldn't - Nick
# telling us about how rad glassblowing is - Daniel from Hotglass Chicago
# journal reading - Beth
# The Saga of Juan - Jim
# Open Science: What it is and why it's cool - Sacha
# Chatlight: Embodying the Internet - Eric
# virtual focus - mike
# digeridoo performance - geoffrey

==== October 2011 ====
# Dan Meyer: Fab Lab Circuit Bending Workshop Video
# Ashley from i3 - Engineering Education: We're Doing it Wrong
# Tim - Businesses as Projects

==== September 2011 ====
# Jim - More Stories from the Balloon Factory
# Lindsay -Ghetto prom 2011

==== August 2011 ====
# Chromium and you - Sacha
# Textile changes - Avner and Lindsay and Tim
# Image processing for cool results - Eric Stein
# One damn beautiful hackerspace - Tim
# Dabble - Anne
# Defcon - Dan

==== June 2011 ====
# Will - Fresh Paint
# John - Electronics for Popups
# Jess - World Naked Bike Ride
# Ish - Apps that break the game
# Tomer - Sarah Palin in a box on acid, or ecstasy
# Adrianna - Song for Pluto

==== May 2011 ====

# Nick - HAL740: An Introduction to DIY Home Automation
# Rhys - Pirates, Hackers, and ADC
# Shawn Blaszak presents the fantastical tangled tale of how I earned my semi-ersatz Erdos number and my surprisingly believable Bacon number
# Jordan - Cricut hacks
# Jim - More Stories from the Balloon Factory
# Matt/digipengi - Protect Your Shit
# Avner - GGHC

==== April 2011 ====

# Kyle - Passive Agressive: Interpreting and Reinterpreting Passive Digital Media
# Dustin - Firefox 4 and Mozilla
# Jim - My Bike and a special announcement
# Sacha - How Open Source Saved My Company
# Eric - How to Wiki

==== March 2011 ====

# Joe - Waking up a la Flava Flav
# Jonathan - Extracting Coffee
# Jim - Hipster Nascar and the Balloon Factory
# Eric - Freegeek
# Rhys - Wireless Chording Keyboard on Thingiverse

==== February 2011 ====

# Avner - Vertical garden
# Joe - Where's Waldo?
# Dan - Small CNC
# Patrick - Things I'm doing
# Jim - Stories from the balloon factory
# David - Time-lapse CHDK photography
# Ben - Macaroni and cheese

==== January 2011 ====
Election edition!

# Jordan Bunker (At Large)
# Jim Burke (At Large)
# Shawn Blasak (At Large)
# Asher - hacking the five minute play
# Rhys (CTO)
# Tim "How to hand-cut a mortise and tenon (badly)"
# Ishmael Rufus (Treasurer)
# Patrick (Secretary)
# Idan - Skiboard
# Nathan Witt (Vice President)
# Anne Petersen (President)
# Sacha De'Angeli (Nothing)

=== 2010 ===

==== December 2010 ====

# Sarah - Member survey
# Jordan, Ish, Rhys, Nathan, Tim - Open Door Hackathon
# Dan - CNC PhlatPrinter
# Tim - Top reasons why you can't juggle
# Joshua Rothhaas - Tinkering School comes to Chicago
# Jay - PCs Uncased
# Sacha - ChiHack
# Patrick - XMas64 Part 2: Electric Boogaloo
# Nathan - Pledge drive
# Jaku and John - RFID jacket
# Tomer

==== November 2010 ====

# Patrick - XMass64 v0.1
# Dustin - Hacking Elections
# Tim - Laser Cutters and you
# Tim and Jordan - Hackerspace valuation, a proposal

==== October 2010 ====

# Bill Mania - Team Frednet and the Google Lunar X Prize
# Joe - Joe's Fantastic Voyage
# dustin - buildbot
# arthur - xray scattering
# Vimby - The world premier of Scion's Take on the Machine, Pumping Station: One

==== September 2010 ====
# Patrick - Patrick
# Sacha - Chemical burns and electric shocks: making atomically sharp needles for fun and profit.
# Sacha - Fish or eat sushi: dumping unprofitable projects for fun and profit.
# Dan - Knots? That's Awesome

==== August 2010 ====
# How to Fail at Physics by Sacha
# Clear Hotspot by Matt
# Mister Rogers on Ecstasy in a Box by Tomer
# Open Up by Willow

==== July 13, 2010 ====

# How to Identify Someone Who Practises Hacking by Tim
# PRS by Jim
# Rival Spaces by Steve
# Optimizing PS:One by Anne

==== June 8, 2010 ====

# Stuff I keep in my pockets by Patrick
# Shadelab by Alex Gilliam
# More tales from the balloon factory by Jim
# MakerBot by Patrick
# Breakfast Cleanup Club results by Anne
# chain maille by Jakub
# Geek Pranks by Patrick
# NeighborCon by Travis

==== May 11, 2010 ====

# Firespinning by Sc00bz
# Taking inventory of PS1's stuff and how you can help by Tim
# The Space Shuttle and the Horse's Rear End by Jeff
# MakerBot by Patrick
# Audio Arduino by Joe Fallon

==== April 13, 2010 ====

# tobtu.com by Sc00bz
# Welcome Tomerica by Tomer
# Tech Workers of the World Unite! by Steve Goodpaster
# Chip Decapping by Travis Goodspeed
# Creative Re-Use by Carl Boyd
# The Jew's Harp by Jimmy P. Rogers
# Malicious GPU Kernel by Travis Goodspeed

==== March 9, 2010 ====

# First Robotics by Ryan Lanham
# A Hackerspace's Guide to... oh, you stopped reading, didn't you by Sacha De'Angeli
# 10 Awesome Things You Probably Didn't Know About Neuroanatomy by Frag
# Digeridoo by Geoffrey
# Arduino Radio by Joseph Fallon
# Please Pirate by Pete
# Fiddling Around by Sarah S.
# Things That Happen to Me at the Balloon Factory by Jim
# Democratizing Video Surveillance by Ella
# Fun Raising by Eric Hanley

==== February 9, 2010 ====

# Peoplehacking II: A Numerically and Biologically Intensive Solution to Losing Weight or: The Engineers' Guide to Weight Loss or: Four Formulae For The Reduction Of Operational Mass by Sacha De'Angeli
# Maker Fair: Get Excited! by Ryan Lanham
# Photography Rights: an educational rant on where it's legal to take pictures by Anne Petersen
# RepRap report: progress! by camo
# Brawndo: The Messy Hackerspace MUTILATOR by Tim Saylor

== Creative Commons licensing and attribution ==
Content is available under [http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/3.0/ Attribution-Noncommercial-Share Alike 3.0 Unported], cribbed generously from the wiki about [https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Five_Minutes_of_Fame/ Noisebridge's similar event].

Knitting Machines

2014-03-09T03:52:29Z

Jesseseay: /* Before you knit */

== Knitting Machine Workshop ==

Instructor: [http://blog.jesseseay.com/ Jesse Seay]

3-Part Knitting Machine Workshop

Each class is about 2 hours long, and includes homework.

Materials Fee: $26
*Note: fee is due one week prior to start of class (thru paypal), and used to buy materials for the workshop. The fee is non-refundable, however, you are welcome to sell your spot to someone else, prior to the first class.

Class size: 4 people.
*Additional students may be added provided they bring their own machines.

Text: [http://www.amazon.com/Hand-Manipulated-Stitches-Machine-Knitters-Guagliumi/dp/143921980X/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1386961114&sr=8-1&keywords=hand+manipulated+stitches+for+machine+knitters Hand-Manipulated Stitches for Machine Knitters] by Susan Guagliumi.
*Purchase your own or read the PS1 copy by the machines.

== Pre-Class Homework ==
Guagliumi, Ch. 1 pages 1-19.

== Class 1 Syllabus ==

Review parts of machine:
<blockquote>
#Bed
#needles
#Carriage
#Gate posts
#Sinker plate
#Tension mast
#Clamps
#Accessories:
#*Cast on thread
#*Tapestry needle
#*Cast on comb
#*Wax
#*Latch tool
#*Bodkin
#*Weights (and floor mat)
#*Comb
</blockquote>

Go over needle positions.

Watch what machine does, w/o sinker plate, for needles in each position.

Everyone practices putting sinker plate and carriage on, off.

Carriage settings: Normal (not Hold), plain knitting.

Thread the machine.

Note: On the 930, there is a metal tab on the back of the tension mast. Yarn must go '''under''' this tab to catch properly.

----
===1st Swatch:===

Cast on methods:

• Open – knit 5 rows. Remove the cast on comb and see what happens.

• Every other needle – Cast on EON (Guagliumi, p 35). Hang comb. Bring rest of needles into work, and continue knitting.

Knitting

o Tension of yarn on mast – not spaghetti, not guitar string

o Tension of knit on needles – feel the weight on it, move weights every couple of inches

o Can’t change direction once needles have entered the carriage

o Push carriage - firm and steady

o Needles should end in a straight row

Cast off

Gathering Stitch Bind Off (Guagliumi p44)

Once stitches are bound off, remove weights. Run empty carriage over needles to remove knitting from machine.

----
===2nd Swatch===

How to determine tension:

Read info on yarn package and

Use Angelika’s yarn chart as a guide:
http://www.yarn-store.com/different-yarns-for-different-knitting-machines.html

• Cast On (EON)

• Knit 5 rows.

• Transfer a stitch to mark your place.

• Change the T dial (generally no more than 2 #’s at a time). Write down the new T.

• Knit 10 rows.

• Transfer a stitch. Change the dial. Knit 10 rows.

• Try 2+ more settings.

• Where does the carriage run most easily?

• Bind off and remove swatch from machine. Examine swatch and note the differences between each section.

----
===3rd Swatch===

The Tension Swatch

====Standard Tension Swatch====

#EON Cast on: 60 needles
#RC= 0
#Knit 15 rows
#Change to CC
#Knit 2 rows
#RC=0
#Knit 30 rows
#Using CC, hand-knit needles 21L and 21R.
#Knit 30 more rows with MC
#Change to CC
#Knit 2 more rows
#RC=0, change to MC
#Knit 5 rows
#Use transfer tool to transfer stitches and mark the tension dial setting.
#Knit 10 more rows.
#Bind off.

====Chunky Tension Swatch====

#EON Cast on: 40 needles
#RC= 0
#Knit 10 rows
#Change to CC
#Knit 2 rows
#RC=0
#Knit 20 rows
#Using CC, hand-knit needles 11L and 11R.
#Knit 20 more rows with MC
#Change to CC
#Knit 2 more rows
#RC=0, change to MC
#Knit 5 rows
#Use transfer tool to transfer stitches and mark the tension dial setting.
#Knit 5 more rows.
#Bind off.

Abbreviations
*MC = main color
*CC = contrast color
*RC = row counter
*EON = Every Other Needle

Cast off:
#Move T dial up 2 notches
#Knit a row of ravel cord.
#Leave a length of MC 3x the width, and cut.
#Switch to scrap yarn, knit 10 rows.
#Remove knitting from machine
#Finish later.

===Yarn Winding: Winding a center pull cake.===
Threading the winder

Winding at least 2x, changing directions

Loose tension, no knots.

Waxing while winding

== Class 1 Homework ==
*Read Guagliumi.
**Review Ch. 1.
**Read Ch. 2 on casting-on and binding off, pages 33-36, 44-48. We will do e-wrap cast-on (p 36) and back-stitch bind off (p 48) next class.

*Knit two tension swatches.
**'''Review the manual before using the machine.''' Please follow each step in the manual until you have the process memorized.
[http://www.aboutknittingmachines.com/MoreBrotherManuals.php here.]
***KH930 (standard) section on basic knitting, casting on. pdf pages 20-23
***KH230 (chunky) section on threading machine, basic knitting. pdf pages 9-13
***Recommended reading: Brother Knitting Machine Techniques Book. Section on knitting a tension gauge. Pages 72-73. Download [http://www.aboutknittingmachines.com/BrotherFreeManuals.php here].

Copies of the manuals are available at the space. You can also download the pdf's

== Class 2 Syllabus ==
===Machine care===
*Oiling/Cleaning the machine
*The Sponge Bar
*Changing needles

===Measuring tension swatches===

Formula to determine gauge.

*Number of stitches divided by number of inches = stitches per inch

*Number of rows divided by number of inches = rows per inch

Note: to determine the vertical stretch for Img2Track, divide the rows per inch by stitches per inch (the result is typically 1.x).

Review Guagliumi's charts on page 8: formation of slip stitch.
----
===Swatch 1: casting on/off with ravel cord===
#Open cast on with Waste Yarn (WY). 10 stitches on chunky machine, 15 stitches on standard. Hang comb and weights. Knit 10 rows
#Thread ravel cord and knit 1 row with it.
#Switch to Main Color (MC). Leave a tail at beginning, 3x the width of knitting. Knit 20 rows. Leave tail at end.
#Switch to ravel cord. Knit 1 row.
#Switch to WY. Knit 20 rows.
#Switch to ravel cord. Knit 1 row.
#Switch to MC. Leave tail. Knit 20 rows. Leave tail.
#Switch to ravel cord. Knit 1 row.
#Switch to WY. Knit 10 rows.
#Remove knitting from machine.
#Cut swatch in half, through the mid point of the middle waste yarn section. Each participant takes one half, and does back stitch bind off for both the top and bottom edges.

----

===Swatch 2: Fairisle on the 930===
----
Use light color solid yarns for Main Color (MC) and Contrast Color (CC) yarn. Select a pattern that has floats shorter than 5 needles.

#EON cast on, across 60 stitches.
#Hang comb and weights.
#Knit 5-6 rows.
#Carriage on Left.
#Follow instructions on page 22 of KH-930 Manual for programming a fairisle pattern into the machine.

===Swatch 3: Drop Stitch on the 230===

Cast on EON, 41 stitches. Use needles 21L to 20R

#Knit 4 rows. Transfer stitch at needles 1L, 11L, 10R. Leave empty needles in B position.
#Knit 10 rows. Drop stitches at 1L, 11L, 10R. Latch up all 3 as ribs. Hang top stitch back on needle. Knit 2 rows.
#Transfer same stitches again. Leave 1L in work. Move needles 11L and 10R to A position. Knit 6 rows.
#Drop stitch on 1L. Leave 1L in work.
#Knit 10 more rows. Remove work from machine and tape open stitches.
#Use latch tool to crochet up ladders with contrast color.

== Class 2 Homework ==
*Knit a scarf. Use a tension swatch to determine your stitch size/length. Cast on an odd number of needles. Knit 2 rows, then transfer the stitch on the middle needle. Knit the full length, then drop the stitch off the middle needle. Latch it back up as a rib, before casting off. Use ravel cord for casting on and off. Leave long tails at both the start and finish of your main yarn, to do the bind off.

Here's an excellent diagram of
[http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-RVvyYLhts9c/UKq_OsTdfGI/AAAAAAAADgc/Yc8NqHQTCiE/s1600/2-catch-ladder-rungs-with-hook.jpg how to latch up a ladder], from the [http://techknitting.blogspot.com/2013/09/a-new-trick-for-fixing-errors-in-color.html TECHknitting] blog.

*Create or find a 2-color image for fairisle knitting: 40 to 60 pixels wide, and about as many pixels high. You may want to keep in mind how long the floats will be. Longer than 5 stitches can be tricky. File format: 1 bit b/w bitmap is ideal.

Reading Homework:

*[http://machineknittingetc.com/downloadable/download/sample/sample_id/32/ The KH-930 Manual]
**Loading patterns: Pdf pages 38 – 41.

**Programming your own patterns, Knitting Patterns: Pdf pages 83 —87. (Suggested reading: Variation Keys 47-56)

**[http://daviworks.com/knitting/downloads/img2track%20User%20Guide.pdf The Img2Track pdf guide]
Don't worry about the section about the divided neckline on page 4.

If you have a Mac, I suggest installing the software and walking through it per the instructions.
FYI, the sequence of button presses is the same as the sequence described in the Brother manual on page 3.

== Class 3 Syllabus ==

===Finishing Scarf===
*Stitching up sides
*Fringe

===Img2Track fairisle.===

#Connecting the machine
#Loading a pattern
#Setting up carriage
##Cast on
##Park carriage left of turn mark
##Turn on KC1
##Knit one row to select needles
##Engage MC (or other patterning buttons.) Load contrast yarn.
##Start Knitting.

Sewing sides together.

Holding and shaping stitches.

== Class 3 Homework ==
*Produce a knitted swatch using the img2track software for patterning. Bind off the stitches. Due within 2 weeks of Class 3.

== Useful Links ==

===Before you knit===

Chart to convert hand knit instructions to machine knitting:

Part 1 [[Media:Conversions_Made_Simple_pt1.pdf]]

Part 2 & 3 [[Media:Conversions_Made_Simple.pdf]]

[http://www.yarn-store.com/different-yarns-for-different-knitting-machines.html Chart to determine tension dial setting.]

Pattern Generator: [http://www.unikatissima.de/e/?page_id=2148 Cellular Automation] and [http://www.unikatissima.de/e/?page_id=2062 Mazes]

Knit Knack Shop: [http://knitknackshop.com/brother-acc.html accessories] and [http://knitknackshop.com/yarns.html cone yarn]

Pattern for a 4.5 mm needle pusher (1 x 1), for producing with the laser cutter and 1/8" acrylic - it may be very hard to see because the stroke is only 0.05 mm or so.
[[Media:Knitting_comb_from_stl.svg]]
[[https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/File:Knitting_comb_from_stl.svg]]

===After you knit===

How to [http://www.yarn-store.com/technique-seaming-row-to-row.html sew two knitted pieces] together.

[http://www.purlbee.com/knitting-tutorials-finishing/2011/7/14/weaving-in-your-ends.html Weaving in] the ends.

Latch tool bind off [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OsNZIlT7zfw video]. This method is probably best suited for the chunky machine.

===General Info===
Diana Sullivan's [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZKrfqU8CMFg&list=PL2E135CCB28900F38 Video Tutorials] the "Diana Natters On" series.

Ravelry's [http://www.ravelry.com/groups/machine-knitting machine knitting page]. The forum is a priceless source of advice and info. Free registration required.

PS:1's [[Brother_KH-930_Knitting_Machine]]
[[Category:Textiles]]

[https://files.secureserver.net/4szMyVbbbwuBZk Brother Knitting Machine Techniques Book].

[https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/Knitting_Machines#Class_2_Syllabus Tutorial books] (as free PDFs) for Brother Knitting Machines

File:Conversions Made Simple pt1.pdf

2014-03-09T03:51:25Z

Jesseseay:

Knitting Machines

2014-03-09T03:50:08Z

Jesseseay: /* Before you knit */

== Knitting Machine Workshop ==

Instructor: [http://blog.jesseseay.com/ Jesse Seay]

3-Part Knitting Machine Workshop

Each class is about 2 hours long, and includes homework.

Materials Fee: $26
*Note: fee is due one week prior to start of class (thru paypal), and used to buy materials for the workshop. The fee is non-refundable, however, you are welcome to sell your spot to someone else, prior to the first class.

Class size: 4 people.
*Additional students may be added provided they bring their own machines.

Text: [http://www.amazon.com/Hand-Manipulated-Stitches-Machine-Knitters-Guagliumi/dp/143921980X/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1386961114&sr=8-1&keywords=hand+manipulated+stitches+for+machine+knitters Hand-Manipulated Stitches for Machine Knitters] by Susan Guagliumi.
*Purchase your own or read the PS1 copy by the machines.

== Pre-Class Homework ==
Guagliumi, Ch. 1 pages 1-19.

== Class 1 Syllabus ==

Review parts of machine:
<blockquote>
#Bed
#needles
#Carriage
#Gate posts
#Sinker plate
#Tension mast
#Clamps
#Accessories:
#*Cast on thread
#*Tapestry needle
#*Cast on comb
#*Wax
#*Latch tool
#*Bodkin
#*Weights (and floor mat)
#*Comb
</blockquote>

Go over needle positions.

Watch what machine does, w/o sinker plate, for needles in each position.

Everyone practices putting sinker plate and carriage on, off.

Carriage settings: Normal (not Hold), plain knitting.

Thread the machine.

Note: On the 930, there is a metal tab on the back of the tension mast. Yarn must go '''under''' this tab to catch properly.

----
===1st Swatch:===

Cast on methods:

• Open – knit 5 rows. Remove the cast on comb and see what happens.

• Every other needle – Cast on EON (Guagliumi, p 35). Hang comb. Bring rest of needles into work, and continue knitting.

Knitting

o Tension of yarn on mast – not spaghetti, not guitar string

o Tension of knit on needles – feel the weight on it, move weights every couple of inches

o Can’t change direction once needles have entered the carriage

o Push carriage - firm and steady

o Needles should end in a straight row

Cast off

Gathering Stitch Bind Off (Guagliumi p44)

Once stitches are bound off, remove weights. Run empty carriage over needles to remove knitting from machine.

----
===2nd Swatch===

How to determine tension:

Read info on yarn package and

Use Angelika’s yarn chart as a guide:
http://www.yarn-store.com/different-yarns-for-different-knitting-machines.html

• Cast On (EON)

• Knit 5 rows.

• Transfer a stitch to mark your place.

• Change the T dial (generally no more than 2 #’s at a time). Write down the new T.

• Knit 10 rows.

• Transfer a stitch. Change the dial. Knit 10 rows.

• Try 2+ more settings.

• Where does the carriage run most easily?

• Bind off and remove swatch from machine. Examine swatch and note the differences between each section.

----
===3rd Swatch===

The Tension Swatch

====Standard Tension Swatch====

#EON Cast on: 60 needles
#RC= 0
#Knit 15 rows
#Change to CC
#Knit 2 rows
#RC=0
#Knit 30 rows
#Using CC, hand-knit needles 21L and 21R.
#Knit 30 more rows with MC
#Change to CC
#Knit 2 more rows
#RC=0, change to MC
#Knit 5 rows
#Use transfer tool to transfer stitches and mark the tension dial setting.
#Knit 10 more rows.
#Bind off.

====Chunky Tension Swatch====

#EON Cast on: 40 needles
#RC= 0
#Knit 10 rows
#Change to CC
#Knit 2 rows
#RC=0
#Knit 20 rows
#Using CC, hand-knit needles 11L and 11R.
#Knit 20 more rows with MC
#Change to CC
#Knit 2 more rows
#RC=0, change to MC
#Knit 5 rows
#Use transfer tool to transfer stitches and mark the tension dial setting.
#Knit 5 more rows.
#Bind off.

Abbreviations
*MC = main color
*CC = contrast color
*RC = row counter
*EON = Every Other Needle

Cast off:
#Move T dial up 2 notches
#Knit a row of ravel cord.
#Leave a length of MC 3x the width, and cut.
#Switch to scrap yarn, knit 10 rows.
#Remove knitting from machine
#Finish later.

===Yarn Winding: Winding a center pull cake.===
Threading the winder

Winding at least 2x, changing directions

Loose tension, no knots.

Waxing while winding

== Class 1 Homework ==
*Read Guagliumi.
**Review Ch. 1.
**Read Ch. 2 on casting-on and binding off, pages 33-36, 44-48. We will do e-wrap cast-on (p 36) and back-stitch bind off (p 48) next class.

*Knit two tension swatches.
**'''Review the manual before using the machine.''' Please follow each step in the manual until you have the process memorized.
[http://www.aboutknittingmachines.com/MoreBrotherManuals.php here.]
***KH930 (standard) section on basic knitting, casting on. pdf pages 20-23
***KH230 (chunky) section on threading machine, basic knitting. pdf pages 9-13
***Recommended reading: Brother Knitting Machine Techniques Book. Section on knitting a tension gauge. Pages 72-73. Download [http://www.aboutknittingmachines.com/BrotherFreeManuals.php here].

Copies of the manuals are available at the space. You can also download the pdf's

== Class 2 Syllabus ==
===Machine care===
*Oiling/Cleaning the machine
*The Sponge Bar
*Changing needles

===Measuring tension swatches===

Formula to determine gauge.

*Number of stitches divided by number of inches = stitches per inch

*Number of rows divided by number of inches = rows per inch

Note: to determine the vertical stretch for Img2Track, divide the rows per inch by stitches per inch (the result is typically 1.x).

Review Guagliumi's charts on page 8: formation of slip stitch.
----
===Swatch 1: casting on/off with ravel cord===
#Open cast on with Waste Yarn (WY). 10 stitches on chunky machine, 15 stitches on standard. Hang comb and weights. Knit 10 rows
#Thread ravel cord and knit 1 row with it.
#Switch to Main Color (MC). Leave a tail at beginning, 3x the width of knitting. Knit 20 rows. Leave tail at end.
#Switch to ravel cord. Knit 1 row.
#Switch to WY. Knit 20 rows.
#Switch to ravel cord. Knit 1 row.
#Switch to MC. Leave tail. Knit 20 rows. Leave tail.
#Switch to ravel cord. Knit 1 row.
#Switch to WY. Knit 10 rows.
#Remove knitting from machine.
#Cut swatch in half, through the mid point of the middle waste yarn section. Each participant takes one half, and does back stitch bind off for both the top and bottom edges.

----

===Swatch 2: Fairisle on the 930===
----
Use light color solid yarns for Main Color (MC) and Contrast Color (CC) yarn. Select a pattern that has floats shorter than 5 needles.

#EON cast on, across 60 stitches.
#Hang comb and weights.
#Knit 5-6 rows.
#Carriage on Left.
#Follow instructions on page 22 of KH-930 Manual for programming a fairisle pattern into the machine.

===Swatch 3: Drop Stitch on the 230===

Cast on EON, 41 stitches. Use needles 21L to 20R

#Knit 4 rows. Transfer stitch at needles 1L, 11L, 10R. Leave empty needles in B position.
#Knit 10 rows. Drop stitches at 1L, 11L, 10R. Latch up all 3 as ribs. Hang top stitch back on needle. Knit 2 rows.
#Transfer same stitches again. Leave 1L in work. Move needles 11L and 10R to A position. Knit 6 rows.
#Drop stitch on 1L. Leave 1L in work.
#Knit 10 more rows. Remove work from machine and tape open stitches.
#Use latch tool to crochet up ladders with contrast color.

== Class 2 Homework ==
*Knit a scarf. Use a tension swatch to determine your stitch size/length. Cast on an odd number of needles. Knit 2 rows, then transfer the stitch on the middle needle. Knit the full length, then drop the stitch off the middle needle. Latch it back up as a rib, before casting off. Use ravel cord for casting on and off. Leave long tails at both the start and finish of your main yarn, to do the bind off.

Here's an excellent diagram of
[http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-RVvyYLhts9c/UKq_OsTdfGI/AAAAAAAADgc/Yc8NqHQTCiE/s1600/2-catch-ladder-rungs-with-hook.jpg how to latch up a ladder], from the [http://techknitting.blogspot.com/2013/09/a-new-trick-for-fixing-errors-in-color.html TECHknitting] blog.

*Create or find a 2-color image for fairisle knitting: 40 to 60 pixels wide, and about as many pixels high. You may want to keep in mind how long the floats will be. Longer than 5 stitches can be tricky. File format: 1 bit b/w bitmap is ideal.

Reading Homework:

*[http://machineknittingetc.com/downloadable/download/sample/sample_id/32/ The KH-930 Manual]
**Loading patterns: Pdf pages 38 – 41.

**Programming your own patterns, Knitting Patterns: Pdf pages 83 —87. (Suggested reading: Variation Keys 47-56)

**[http://daviworks.com/knitting/downloads/img2track%20User%20Guide.pdf The Img2Track pdf guide]
Don't worry about the section about the divided neckline on page 4.

If you have a Mac, I suggest installing the software and walking through it per the instructions.
FYI, the sequence of button presses is the same as the sequence described in the Brother manual on page 3.

== Class 3 Syllabus ==

===Finishing Scarf===
*Stitching up sides
*Fringe

===Img2Track fairisle.===

#Connecting the machine
#Loading a pattern
#Setting up carriage
##Cast on
##Park carriage left of turn mark
##Turn on KC1
##Knit one row to select needles
##Engage MC (or other patterning buttons.) Load contrast yarn.
##Start Knitting.

Sewing sides together.

Holding and shaping stitches.

== Class 3 Homework ==
*Produce a knitted swatch using the img2track software for patterning. Bind off the stitches. Due within 2 weeks of Class 3.

== Useful Links ==

===Before you knit===

Chart to convert hand knit instructions to machine knitting:
Part 1
Part 2 & 3 [[Media:Conversions_Made_Simple.pdf]]

[http://www.yarn-store.com/different-yarns-for-different-knitting-machines.html Chart to determine tension dial setting.]

Pattern Generator: [http://www.unikatissima.de/e/?page_id=2148 Cellular Automation] and [http://www.unikatissima.de/e/?page_id=2062 Mazes]

Knit Knack Shop: [http://knitknackshop.com/brother-acc.html accessories] and [http://knitknackshop.com/yarns.html cone yarn]

Pattern for a 4.5 mm needle pusher (1 x 1), for producing with the laser cutter and 1/8" acrylic - it may be very hard to see because the stroke is only 0.05 mm or so.
[[Media:Knitting_comb_from_stl.svg]]
[[https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/File:Knitting_comb_from_stl.svg]]

===After you knit===

How to [http://www.yarn-store.com/technique-seaming-row-to-row.html sew two knitted pieces] together.

[http://www.purlbee.com/knitting-tutorials-finishing/2011/7/14/weaving-in-your-ends.html Weaving in] the ends.

Latch tool bind off [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OsNZIlT7zfw video]. This method is probably best suited for the chunky machine.

===General Info===
Diana Sullivan's [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZKrfqU8CMFg&list=PL2E135CCB28900F38 Video Tutorials] the "Diana Natters On" series.

Ravelry's [http://www.ravelry.com/groups/machine-knitting machine knitting page]. The forum is a priceless source of advice and info. Free registration required.

PS:1's [[Brother_KH-930_Knitting_Machine]]
[[Category:Textiles]]

[https://files.secureserver.net/4szMyVbbbwuBZk Brother Knitting Machine Techniques Book].

[https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/Knitting_Machines#Class_2_Syllabus Tutorial books] (as free PDFs) for Brother Knitting Machines

Knitting Machines

2014-03-02T14:28:07Z

Jesseseay: /* Before you knit */

== Knitting Machine Workshop ==

Instructor: [http://blog.jesseseay.com/ Jesse Seay]

3-Part Knitting Machine Workshop

Each class is about 2 hours long, and includes homework.

Materials Fee: $26
*Note: fee is due one week prior to start of class (thru paypal), and used to buy materials for the workshop. The fee is non-refundable, however, you are welcome to sell your spot to someone else, prior to the first class.

Class size: 4 people.
*Additional students may be added provided they bring their own machines.

Text: [http://www.amazon.com/Hand-Manipulated-Stitches-Machine-Knitters-Guagliumi/dp/143921980X/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1386961114&sr=8-1&keywords=hand+manipulated+stitches+for+machine+knitters Hand-Manipulated Stitches for Machine Knitters] by Susan Guagliumi.
*Purchase your own or read the PS1 copy by the machines.

== Pre-Class Homework ==
Guagliumi, Ch. 1 pages 1-19.

== Class 1 Syllabus ==

Review parts of machine:
<blockquote>
#Bed
#needles
#Carriage
#Gate posts
#Sinker plate
#Tension mast
#Clamps
#Accessories:
#*Cast on thread
#*Tapestry needle
#*Cast on comb
#*Wax
#*Latch tool
#*Bodkin
#*Weights (and floor mat)
#*Comb
</blockquote>

Go over needle positions.

Watch what machine does, w/o sinker plate, for needles in each position.

Everyone practices putting sinker plate and carriage on, off.

Carriage settings: Normal (not Hold), plain knitting.

Thread the machine.

Note: On the 930, there is a metal tab on the back of the tension mast. Yarn must go '''under''' this tab to catch properly.

----
===1st Swatch:===

Cast on methods:

• Open – knit 5 rows. Remove the cast on comb and see what happens.

• Every other needle – Cast on EON (Guagliumi, p 35). Hang comb. Bring rest of needles into work, and continue knitting.

Knitting

o Tension of yarn on mast – not spaghetti, not guitar string

o Tension of knit on needles – feel the weight on it, move weights every couple of inches

o Can’t change direction once needles have entered the carriage

o Push carriage - firm and steady

o Needles should end in a straight row

Cast off

Gathering Stitch Bind Off (Guagliumi p44)

Once stitches are bound off, remove weights. Run empty carriage over needles to remove knitting from machine.

----
===2nd Swatch===

How to determine tension:

Read info on yarn package and

Use Angelika’s yarn chart as a guide:
http://www.yarn-store.com/different-yarns-for-different-knitting-machines.html

• Cast On (EON)

• Knit 5 rows.

• Transfer a stitch to mark your place.

• Change the T dial (generally no more than 2 #’s at a time). Write down the new T.

• Knit 10 rows.

• Transfer a stitch. Change the dial. Knit 10 rows.

• Try 2+ more settings.

• Where does the carriage run most easily?

• Bind off and remove swatch from machine. Examine swatch and note the differences between each section.

----
===3rd Swatch===

The Tension Swatch

====Standard Tension Swatch====

#EON Cast on: 60 needles
#RC= 0
#Knit 15 rows
#Change to CC
#Knit 2 rows
#RC=0
#Knit 30 rows
#Using CC, hand-knit needles 21L and 21R.
#Knit 30 more rows with MC
#Change to CC
#Knit 2 more rows
#RC=0, change to MC
#Knit 5 rows
#Use transfer tool to transfer stitches and mark the tension dial setting.
#Knit 10 more rows.
#Bind off.

====Chunky Tension Swatch====

#EON Cast on: 40 needles
#RC= 0
#Knit 10 rows
#Change to CC
#Knit 2 rows
#RC=0
#Knit 20 rows
#Using CC, hand-knit needles 11L and 11R.
#Knit 20 more rows with MC
#Change to CC
#Knit 2 more rows
#RC=0, change to MC
#Knit 5 rows
#Use transfer tool to transfer stitches and mark the tension dial setting.
#Knit 5 more rows.
#Bind off.

Abbreviations
*MC = main color
*CC = contrast color
*RC = row counter
*EON = Every Other Needle

Cast off:
#Move T dial up 2 notches
#Knit a row of ravel cord.
#Leave a length of MC 3x the width, and cut.
#Switch to scrap yarn, knit 10 rows.
#Remove knitting from machine
#Finish later.

===Yarn Winding: Winding a center pull cake.===
Threading the winder

Winding at least 2x, changing directions

Loose tension, no knots.

Waxing while winding

== Class 1 Homework ==
*Read Guagliumi.
**Review Ch. 1.
**Read Ch. 2 on casting-on and binding off, pages 33-36, 44-48. We will do e-wrap cast-on (p 36) and back-stitch bind off (p 48) next class.

*Knit two tension swatches.
**'''Review the manual before using the machine.''' Please follow each step in the manual until you have the process memorized.
[http://www.aboutknittingmachines.com/MoreBrotherManuals.php here.]
***KH930 (standard) section on basic knitting, casting on. pdf pages 20-23
***KH230 (chunky) section on threading machine, basic knitting. pdf pages 9-13
***Recommended reading: Brother Knitting Machine Techniques Book. Section on knitting a tension gauge. Pages 72-73. Download [http://www.aboutknittingmachines.com/BrotherFreeManuals.php here].

Copies of the manuals are available at the space. You can also download the pdf's

== Class 2 Syllabus ==
===Machine care===
*Oiling/Cleaning the machine
*The Sponge Bar
*Changing needles

===Measuring tension swatches===

Formula to determine gauge.

*Number of stitches divided by number of inches = stitches per inch

*Number of rows divided by number of inches = rows per inch

Note: to determine the vertical stretch for Img2Track, divide the rows per inch by stitches per inch (the result is typically 1.x).

Review Guagliumi's charts on page 8: formation of slip stitch.
----
===Swatch 1: casting on/off with ravel cord===
#Open cast on with Waste Yarn (WY). 10 stitches on chunky machine, 15 stitches on standard. Hang comb and weights. Knit 10 rows
#Thread ravel cord and knit 1 row with it.
#Switch to Main Color (MC). Leave a tail at beginning, 3x the width of knitting. Knit 20 rows. Leave tail at end.
#Switch to ravel cord. Knit 1 row.
#Switch to WY. Knit 20 rows.
#Switch to ravel cord. Knit 1 row.
#Switch to MC. Leave tail. Knit 20 rows. Leave tail.
#Switch to ravel cord. Knit 1 row.
#Switch to WY. Knit 10 rows.
#Remove knitting from machine.
#Cut swatch in half, through the mid point of the middle waste yarn section. Each participant takes one half, and does back stitch bind off for both the top and bottom edges.

----

===Swatch 2: Fairisle on the 930===
----
Use light color solid yarns for Main Color (MC) and Contrast Color (CC) yarn. Select a pattern that has floats shorter than 5 needles.

#EON cast on, across 60 stitches.
#Hang comb and weights.
#Knit 5-6 rows.
#Carriage on Left.
#Follow instructions on page 22 of KH-930 Manual for programming a fairisle pattern into the machine.

===Swatch 3: Drop Stitch on the 230===

Cast on EON, 41 stitches. Use needles 21L to 20R

#Knit 4 rows. Transfer stitch at needles 1L, 11L, 10R. Leave empty needles in B position.
#Knit 10 rows. Drop stitches at 1L, 11L, 10R. Latch up all 3 as ribs. Hang top stitch back on needle. Knit 2 rows.
#Transfer same stitches again. Leave 1L in work. Move needles 11L and 10R to A position. Knit 6 rows.
#Drop stitch on 1L. Leave 1L in work.
#Knit 10 more rows. Remove work from machine and tape open stitches.
#Use latch tool to crochet up ladders with contrast color.

== Class 2 Homework ==
*Knit a scarf. Use a tension swatch to determine your stitch size/length. Cast on an odd number of needles. Knit 2 rows, then transfer the stitch on the middle needle. Knit the full length, then drop the stitch off the middle needle. Latch it back up as a rib, before casting off. Use ravel cord for casting on and off. Leave long tails at both the start and finish of your main yarn, to do the bind off.

Here's an excellent diagram of
[http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-RVvyYLhts9c/UKq_OsTdfGI/AAAAAAAADgc/Yc8NqHQTCiE/s1600/2-catch-ladder-rungs-with-hook.jpg how to latch up a ladder], from the [http://techknitting.blogspot.com/2013/09/a-new-trick-for-fixing-errors-in-color.html TECHknitting] blog.

*Create or find a 2-color image for fairisle knitting: 40 to 60 pixels wide, and about as many pixels high. You may want to keep in mind how long the floats will be. Longer than 5 stitches can be tricky. File format: 1 bit b/w bitmap is ideal.

Reading Homework:

*[http://machineknittingetc.com/downloadable/download/sample/sample_id/32/ The KH-930 Manual]
**Loading patterns: Pdf pages 38 – 41.

**Programming your own patterns, Knitting Patterns: Pdf pages 83 —87. (Suggested reading: Variation Keys 47-56)

**[http://daviworks.com/knitting/downloads/img2track%20User%20Guide.pdf The Img2Track pdf guide]
Don't worry about the section about the divided neckline on page 4.

If you have a Mac, I suggest installing the software and walking through it per the instructions.
FYI, the sequence of button presses is the same as the sequence described in the Brother manual on page 3.

== Class 3 Syllabus ==

===Finishing Scarf===
*Stitching up sides
*Fringe

===Img2Track fairisle.===

#Connecting the machine
#Loading a pattern
#Setting up carriage
##Cast on
##Park carriage left of turn mark
##Turn on KC1
##Knit one row to select needles
##Engage MC (or other patterning buttons.) Load contrast yarn.
##Start Knitting.

Sewing sides together.

Holding and shaping stitches.

== Class 3 Homework ==
*Produce a knitted swatch using the img2track software for patterning. Bind off the stitches. Due within 2 weeks of Class 3.

== Useful Links ==

===Before you knit===

Chart to convert hand knit instructions to machine knitting. [[Media:Conversions_Made_Simple.pdf]]

[http://www.yarn-store.com/different-yarns-for-different-knitting-machines.html Chart to determine tension dial setting.]

Pattern Generator: [http://www.unikatissima.de/e/?page_id=2148 Cellular Automation] and [http://www.unikatissima.de/e/?page_id=2062 Mazes]

Knit Knack Shop: [http://knitknackshop.com/brother-acc.html accessories] and [http://knitknackshop.com/yarns.html cone yarn]

Pattern for a 4.5 mm needle pusher (1 x 1), for producing with the laser cutter and 1/8" acrylic - it may be very hard to see because the stroke is only 0.05 mm or so.
[[Media:Knitting_comb_from_stl.svg]]
[[https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/File:Knitting_comb_from_stl.svg]]

===After you knit===

How to [http://www.yarn-store.com/technique-seaming-row-to-row.html sew two knitted pieces] together.

[http://www.purlbee.com/knitting-tutorials-finishing/2011/7/14/weaving-in-your-ends.html Weaving in] the ends.

Latch tool bind off [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OsNZIlT7zfw video]. This method is probably best suited for the chunky machine.

===General Info===
Diana Sullivan's [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZKrfqU8CMFg&list=PL2E135CCB28900F38 Video Tutorials] the "Diana Natters On" series.

Ravelry's [http://www.ravelry.com/groups/machine-knitting machine knitting page]. The forum is a priceless source of advice and info. Free registration required.

PS:1's [[Brother_KH-930_Knitting_Machine]]
[[Category:Textiles]]

[https://files.secureserver.net/4szMyVbbbwuBZk Brother Knitting Machine Techniques Book].

[https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/Knitting_Machines#Class_2_Syllabus Tutorial books] (as free PDFs) for Brother Knitting Machines

File:Conversions Made Simple.pdf

2014-03-02T14:26:23Z

Jesseseay: Charts for converting hand knit instructions to machine knitting.

Charts for converting hand knit instructions to machine knitting.

Knitting Machines

2014-03-01T02:09:30Z

Jesseseay: /* After you knit */

== Knitting Machine Workshop ==

Instructor: [http://blog.jesseseay.com/ Jesse Seay]

3-Part Knitting Machine Workshop

Each class is about 2 hours long, and includes homework.

Materials Fee: $26
*Note: fee is due one week prior to start of class (thru paypal), and used to buy materials for the workshop. The fee is non-refundable, however, you are welcome to sell your spot to someone else, prior to the first class.

Class size: 4 people.
*Additional students may be added provided they bring their own machines.

Text: [http://www.amazon.com/Hand-Manipulated-Stitches-Machine-Knitters-Guagliumi/dp/143921980X/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1386961114&sr=8-1&keywords=hand+manipulated+stitches+for+machine+knitters Hand-Manipulated Stitches for Machine Knitters] by Susan Guagliumi.
*Purchase your own or read the PS1 copy by the machines.

== Pre-Class Homework ==
Guagliumi, Ch. 1 pages 1-19.

== Class 1 Syllabus ==

Review parts of machine:
<blockquote>
#Bed
#needles
#Carriage
#Gate posts
#Sinker plate
#Tension mast
#Clamps
#Accessories:
#*Cast on thread
#*Tapestry needle
#*Cast on comb
#*Wax
#*Latch tool
#*Bodkin
#*Weights (and floor mat)
#*Comb
</blockquote>

Go over needle positions.

Watch what machine does, w/o sinker plate, for needles in each position.

Everyone practices putting sinker plate and carriage on, off.

Carriage settings: Normal (not Hold), plain knitting.

Thread the machine.

Note: On the 930, there is a metal tab on the back of the tension mast. Yarn must go '''under''' this tab to catch properly.

----
===1st Swatch:===

Cast on methods:

• Open – knit 5 rows. Remove the cast on comb and see what happens.

• Every other needle – Cast on EON (Guagliumi, p 35). Hang comb. Bring rest of needles into work, and continue knitting.

Knitting

o Tension of yarn on mast – not spaghetti, not guitar string

o Tension of knit on needles – feel the weight on it, move weights every couple of inches

o Can’t change direction once needles have entered the carriage

o Push carriage - firm and steady

o Needles should end in a straight row

Cast off

Gathering Stitch Bind Off (Guagliumi p44)

Once stitches are bound off, remove weights. Run empty carriage over needles to remove knitting from machine.

----
===2nd Swatch===

How to determine tension:

Read info on yarn package and

Use Angelika’s yarn chart as a guide:
http://www.yarn-store.com/different-yarns-for-different-knitting-machines.html

• Cast On (EON)

• Knit 5 rows.

• Transfer a stitch to mark your place.

• Change the T dial (generally no more than 2 #’s at a time). Write down the new T.

• Knit 10 rows.

• Transfer a stitch. Change the dial. Knit 10 rows.

• Try 2+ more settings.

• Where does the carriage run most easily?

• Bind off and remove swatch from machine. Examine swatch and note the differences between each section.

----
===3rd Swatch===

The Tension Swatch

====Standard Tension Swatch====

#EON Cast on: 60 needles
#RC= 0
#Knit 15 rows
#Change to CC
#Knit 2 rows
#RC=0
#Knit 30 rows
#Using CC, hand-knit needles 21L and 21R.
#Knit 30 more rows with MC
#Change to CC
#Knit 2 more rows
#RC=0, change to MC
#Knit 5 rows
#Use transfer tool to transfer stitches and mark the tension dial setting.
#Knit 10 more rows.
#Bind off.

====Chunky Tension Swatch====

#EON Cast on: 40 needles
#RC= 0
#Knit 10 rows
#Change to CC
#Knit 2 rows
#RC=0
#Knit 20 rows
#Using CC, hand-knit needles 11L and 11R.
#Knit 20 more rows with MC
#Change to CC
#Knit 2 more rows
#RC=0, change to MC
#Knit 5 rows
#Use transfer tool to transfer stitches and mark the tension dial setting.
#Knit 5 more rows.
#Bind off.

Abbreviations
*MC = main color
*CC = contrast color
*RC = row counter
*EON = Every Other Needle

Cast off:
#Move T dial up 2 notches
#Knit a row of ravel cord.
#Leave a length of MC 3x the width, and cut.
#Switch to scrap yarn, knit 10 rows.
#Remove knitting from machine
#Finish later.

===Yarn Winding: Winding a center pull cake.===
Threading the winder

Winding at least 2x, changing directions

Loose tension, no knots.

Waxing while winding

== Class 1 Homework ==
*Read Guagliumi.
**Review Ch. 1.
**Read Ch. 2 on casting-on and binding off, pages 33-36, 44-48. We will do e-wrap cast-on (p 36) and back-stitch bind off (p 48) next class.

*Knit two tension swatches.
**'''Review the manual before using the machine.''' Please follow each step in the manual until you have the process memorized.
[http://www.aboutknittingmachines.com/MoreBrotherManuals.php here.]
***KH930 (standard) section on basic knitting, casting on. pdf pages 20-23
***KH230 (chunky) section on threading machine, basic knitting. pdf pages 9-13
***Recommended reading: Brother Knitting Machine Techniques Book. Section on knitting a tension gauge. Pages 72-73. Download [http://www.aboutknittingmachines.com/BrotherFreeManuals.php here].

Copies of the manuals are available at the space. You can also download the pdf's

== Class 2 Syllabus ==
===Machine care===
*Oiling/Cleaning the machine
*The Sponge Bar
*Changing needles

===Measuring tension swatches===

Formula to determine gauge.

*Number of stitches divided by number of inches = stitches per inch

*Number of rows divided by number of inches = rows per inch

Note: to determine the vertical stretch for Img2Track, divide the rows per inch by stitches per inch (the result is typically 1.x).

Review Guagliumi's charts on page 8: formation of slip stitch.
----
===Swatch 1: casting on/off with ravel cord===
#Open cast on with Waste Yarn (WY). 10 stitches on chunky machine, 15 stitches on standard. Hang comb and weights. Knit 10 rows
#Thread ravel cord and knit 1 row with it.
#Switch to Main Color (MC). Leave a tail at beginning, 3x the width of knitting. Knit 20 rows. Leave tail at end.
#Switch to ravel cord. Knit 1 row.
#Switch to WY. Knit 20 rows.
#Switch to ravel cord. Knit 1 row.
#Switch to MC. Leave tail. Knit 20 rows. Leave tail.
#Switch to ravel cord. Knit 1 row.
#Switch to WY. Knit 10 rows.
#Remove knitting from machine.
#Cut swatch in half, through the mid point of the middle waste yarn section. Each participant takes one half, and does back stitch bind off for both the top and bottom edges.

----

===Swatch 2: Fairisle on the 930===
----
Use light color solid yarns for Main Color (MC) and Contrast Color (CC) yarn. Select a pattern that has floats shorter than 5 needles.

#EON cast on, across 60 stitches.
#Hang comb and weights.
#Knit 5-6 rows.
#Carriage on Left.
#Follow instructions on page 22 of KH-930 Manual for programming a fairisle pattern into the machine.

===Swatch 3: Drop Stitch on the 230===

Cast on EON, 41 stitches. Use needles 21L to 20R

#Knit 4 rows. Transfer stitch at needles 1L, 11L, 10R. Leave empty needles in B position.
#Knit 10 rows. Drop stitches at 1L, 11L, 10R. Latch up all 3 as ribs. Hang top stitch back on needle. Knit 2 rows.
#Transfer same stitches again. Leave 1L in work. Move needles 11L and 10R to A position. Knit 6 rows.
#Drop stitch on 1L. Leave 1L in work.
#Knit 10 more rows. Remove work from machine and tape open stitches.
#Use latch tool to crochet up ladders with contrast color.

== Class 2 Homework ==
*Knit a scarf. Use a tension swatch to determine your stitch size/length. Cast on an odd number of needles. Knit 2 rows, then transfer the stitch on the middle needle. Knit the full length, then drop the stitch off the middle needle. Latch it back up as a rib, before casting off. Use ravel cord for casting on and off. Leave long tails at both the start and finish of your main yarn, to do the bind off.

Here's an excellent diagram of
[http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-RVvyYLhts9c/UKq_OsTdfGI/AAAAAAAADgc/Yc8NqHQTCiE/s1600/2-catch-ladder-rungs-with-hook.jpg how to latch up a ladder], from the [http://techknitting.blogspot.com/2013/09/a-new-trick-for-fixing-errors-in-color.html TECHknitting] blog.

*Create or find a 2-color image for fairisle knitting: 40 to 60 pixels wide, and about as many pixels high. You may want to keep in mind how long the floats will be. Longer than 5 stitches can be tricky. File format: 1 bit b/w bitmap is ideal.

Reading Homework:

*[http://machineknittingetc.com/downloadable/download/sample/sample_id/32/ The KH-930 Manual]
**Loading patterns: Pdf pages 38 – 41.

**Programming your own patterns, Knitting Patterns: Pdf pages 83 —87. (Suggested reading: Variation Keys 47-56)

**[http://daviworks.com/knitting/downloads/img2track%20User%20Guide.pdf The Img2Track pdf guide]
Don't worry about the section about the divided neckline on page 4.

If you have a Mac, I suggest installing the software and walking through it per the instructions.
FYI, the sequence of button presses is the same as the sequence described in the Brother manual on page 3.

== Class 3 Syllabus ==

===Finishing Scarf===
*Stitching up sides
*Fringe

===Img2Track fairisle.===

#Connecting the machine
#Loading a pattern
#Setting up carriage
##Cast on
##Park carriage left of turn mark
##Turn on KC1
##Knit one row to select needles
##Engage MC (or other patterning buttons.) Load contrast yarn.
##Start Knitting.

Sewing sides together.

Holding and shaping stitches.

== Class 3 Homework ==
*Produce a knitted swatch using the img2track software for patterning. Bind off the stitches. Due within 2 weeks of Class 3.

== Useful Links ==

===Before you knit===

[http://www.yarn-store.com/different-yarns-for-different-knitting-machines.html Chart to determine tension dial setting.]

Pattern Generator: [http://www.unikatissima.de/e/?page_id=2148 Cellular Automation] and [http://www.unikatissima.de/e/?page_id=2062 Mazes]

Knit Knack Shop: [http://knitknackshop.com/brother-acc.html accessories] and [http://knitknackshop.com/yarns.html cone yarn]

Pattern for a 4.5 mm needle pusher (1 x 1), for producing with the laser cutter and 1/8" acrylic - it may be very hard to see because the stroke is only 0.05 mm or so.
[[Media:Knitting_comb_from_stl.svg]]
[[https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/File:Knitting_comb_from_stl.svg]]

===After you knit===

How to [http://www.yarn-store.com/technique-seaming-row-to-row.html sew two knitted pieces] together.

[http://www.purlbee.com/knitting-tutorials-finishing/2011/7/14/weaving-in-your-ends.html Weaving in] the ends.

Latch tool bind off [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OsNZIlT7zfw video]. This method is probably best suited for the chunky machine.

===General Info===
Diana Sullivan's [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZKrfqU8CMFg&list=PL2E135CCB28900F38 Video Tutorials] the "Diana Natters On" series.

Ravelry's [http://www.ravelry.com/groups/machine-knitting machine knitting page]. The forum is a priceless source of advice and info. Free registration required.

PS:1's [[Brother_KH-930_Knitting_Machine]]
[[Category:Textiles]]

[https://files.secureserver.net/4szMyVbbbwuBZk Brother Knitting Machine Techniques Book].

[https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/Knitting_Machines#Class_2_Syllabus Tutorial books] (as free PDFs) for Brother Knitting Machines

Brother KH-930 Knitting Machine

2014-02-12T13:06:21Z

Jesseseay: /* Certified Users */

{{Template:EquipmentPage
|owner = PS:One
|certification = yes
|hackable = no
|model = Brother KH-930
|serial = C8613227
|arrived = November 1, 2013
|doesitwork = yes
|contact = Jesse Seay
|where = Arts & Crafts
|value = $750
|image =
}}

[[Category:Textiles]]
[[Category:Craft]]

==Certified Users==
*Jesse Seay
*Laurie Rich
*Nathan Becka
*Sheila Miguez
*Michael Leinartas
*Jim Bethune
*Carl Karsten
*David Fell
*Ray Doeksen
*Brittany Zimmerman
*Michelle Garcia
*Everett C. Wilson
*Jake Cremer
*Dashiell Bark-Huss
*Colin Parsons
*Peter Borah

If your name is not on this list, DON'T use the machine.
Contact Jesse to join a [[Knitting_Machines| workshop]] for certification.

Knitting Machines

2014-02-10T05:55:25Z

Jesseseay: /* Class 2 Homework */

== Knitting Machine Workshop ==

Instructor: [http://blog.jesseseay.com/ Jesse Seay]

3-Part Knitting Machine Workshop

Each class is about 2 hours long, and includes homework.

Materials Fee: $26
*Note: fee is due one week prior to start of class (thru paypal), and used to buy materials for the workshop. The fee is non-refundable, however, you are welcome to sell your spot to someone else, prior to the first class.

Class size: 4 people.
*Additional students may be added provided they bring their own machines.

Text: [http://www.amazon.com/Hand-Manipulated-Stitches-Machine-Knitters-Guagliumi/dp/143921980X/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1386961114&sr=8-1&keywords=hand+manipulated+stitches+for+machine+knitters Hand-Manipulated Stitches for Machine Knitters] by Susan Guagliumi.
*Purchase your own or read the PS1 copy by the machines.

== Pre-Class Homework ==
Guagliumi, Ch. 1 pages 1-19.

== Class 1 Syllabus ==

Review parts of machine:
<blockquote>
#Bed
#needles
#Carriage
#Gate posts
#Sinker plate
#Tension mast
#Clamps
#Accessories:
#*Cast on thread
#*Tapestry needle
#*Cast on comb
#*Wax
#*Latch tool
#*Bodkin
#*Weights (and floor mat)
#*Comb
</blockquote>

Go over needle positions.

Watch what machine does, w/o sinker plate, for needles in each position.

Everyone practices putting sinker plate and carriage on, off.

Carriage settings: Normal (not Hold), plain knitting.

Thread the machine.

Note: On the 930, there is a metal tab on the back of the tension mast. Yarn must go '''under''' this tab to catch properly.

----
===1st Swatch:===

Cast on methods:

• Open – knit 5 rows. Remove the cast on comb and see what happens.

• Every other needle – Cast on EON (Guagliumi, p 35). Hang comb. Bring rest of needles into work, and continue knitting.

Knitting

o Tension of yarn on mast – not spaghetti, not guitar string

o Tension of knit on needles – feel the weight on it, move weights every couple of inches

o Can’t change direction once needles have entered the carriage

o Push carriage - firm and steady

o Needles should end in a straight row

Cast off

Gathering Stitch Bind Off (Guagliumi p44)

Once stitches are bound off, remove weights. Run empty carriage over needles to remove knitting from machine.

----
===2nd Swatch===

How to determine tension:

Read info on yarn package and

Use Angelika’s yarn chart as a guide:
http://www.yarn-store.com/different-yarns-for-different-knitting-machines.html

• Cast On (EON)

• Knit 5 rows.

• Transfer a stitch to mark your place.

• Change the T dial (generally no more than 2 #’s at a time). Write down the new T.

• Knit 10 rows.

• Transfer a stitch. Change the dial. Knit 10 rows.

• Try 2+ more settings.

• Where does the carriage run most easily?

• Bind off and remove swatch from machine. Examine swatch and note the differences between each section.

----
===3rd Swatch===

The Tension Swatch

====Standard Tension Swatch====

#EON Cast on: 60 needles
#RC= 0
#Knit 15 rows
#Change to CC
#Knit 2 rows
#RC=0
#Knit 30 rows
#Using CC, hand-knit needles 21L and 21R.
#Knit 30 more rows with MC
#Change to CC
#Knit 2 more rows
#RC=0, change to MC
#Knit 5 rows
#Use transfer tool to transfer stitches and mark the tension dial setting.
#Knit 10 more rows.
#Bind off.

====Chunky Tension Swatch====

#EON Cast on: 40 needles
#RC= 0
#Knit 10 rows
#Change to CC
#Knit 2 rows
#RC=0
#Knit 20 rows
#Using CC, hand-knit needles 11L and 11R.
#Knit 20 more rows with MC
#Change to CC
#Knit 2 more rows
#RC=0, change to MC
#Knit 5 rows
#Use transfer tool to transfer stitches and mark the tension dial setting.
#Knit 5 more rows.
#Bind off.

Abbreviations
*MC = main color
*CC = contrast color
*RC = row counter
*EON = Every Other Needle

Cast off:
#Move T dial up 2 notches
#Knit a row of ravel cord.
#Leave a length of MC 3x the width, and cut.
#Switch to scrap yarn, knit 10 rows.
#Remove knitting from machine
#Finish later.

===Yarn Winding: Winding a center pull cake.===
Threading the winder

Winding at least 2x, changing directions

Loose tension, no knots.

Waxing while winding

== Class 1 Homework ==
*Read Guagliumi.
**Review Ch. 1.
**Read Ch. 2 on casting-on and binding off, pages 33-36, 44-48. We will do e-wrap cast-on (p 36) and back-stitch bind off (p 48) next class.

*Knit two tension swatches.
**'''Review the manual before using the machine.''' Please follow each step in the manual until you have the process memorized.
[http://www.aboutknittingmachines.com/MoreBrotherManuals.php here.]
***KH930 (standard) section on basic knitting, casting on. pdf pages 20-23
***KH230 (chunky) section on threading machine, basic knitting. pdf pages 9-13
***Recommended reading: Brother Knitting Machine Techniques Book. Section on knitting a tension gauge. Pages 72-73. Download [http://www.aboutknittingmachines.com/BrotherFreeManuals.php here].

Copies of the manuals are available at the space. You can also download the pdf's

== Class 2 Syllabus ==
===Machine care===
*Oiling/Cleaning the machine
*The Sponge Bar
*Changing needles

===Measuring tension swatches===

Formula to determine gauge.

*Number of stitches divided by number of inches = stitches per inch

*Number of rows divided by number of inches = rows per inch

Note: to determine the vertical stretch for Img2Track, divide the rows per inch by stitches per inch (the result is typically 1.x).

Review Guagliumi's charts on page 8: formation of slip stitch.
----
===Swatch 1: casting on/off with ravel cord===
#Open cast on with Waste Yarn (WY). 10 stitches on chunky machine, 15 stitches on standard. Hang comb and weights. Knit 10 rows
#Thread ravel cord and knit 1 row with it.
#Switch to Main Color (MC). Leave a tail at beginning, 3x the width of knitting. Knit 20 rows. Leave tail at end.
#Switch to ravel cord. Knit 1 row.
#Switch to WY. Knit 20 rows.
#Switch to ravel cord. Knit 1 row.
#Switch to MC. Leave tail. Knit 20 rows. Leave tail.
#Switch to ravel cord. Knit 1 row.
#Switch to WY. Knit 10 rows.
#Remove knitting from machine.
#Cut swatch in half, through the mid point of the middle waste yarn section. Each participant takes one half, and does back stitch bind off for both the top and bottom edges.

----

===Swatch 2: Fairisle on the 930===
----
Use light color solid yarns for Main Color (MC) and Contrast Color (CC) yarn. Select a pattern that has floats shorter than 5 needles.

#EON cast on, across 60 stitches.
#Hang comb and weights.
#Knit 5-6 rows.
#Carriage on Left.
#Follow instructions on page 22 of KH-930 Manual for programming a fairisle pattern into the machine.

===Swatch 3: Drop Stitch on the 230===

Cast on EON, 41 stitches. Use needles 21L to 20R

#Knit 4 rows. Transfer stitch at needles 1L, 11L, 10R. Leave empty needles in B position.
#Knit 10 rows. Drop stitches at 1L, 11L, 10R. Latch up all 3 as ribs. Hang top stitch back on needle. Knit 2 rows.
#Transfer same stitches again. Leave 1L in work. Move needles 11L and 10R to A position. Knit 6 rows.
#Drop stitch on 1L. Leave 1L in work.
#Knit 10 more rows. Remove work from machine and tape open stitches.
#Use latch tool to crochet up ladders with contrast color.

== Class 2 Homework ==
*Knit a scarf. Use a tension swatch to determine your stitch size/length. Cast on an odd number of needles. Knit 2 rows, then transfer the stitch on the middle needle. Knit the full length, then drop the stitch off the middle needle. Latch it back up as a rib, before casting off. Use ravel cord for casting on and off. Leave long tails at both the start and finish of your main yarn, to do the bind off.

Here's an excellent diagram of
[http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-RVvyYLhts9c/UKq_OsTdfGI/AAAAAAAADgc/Yc8NqHQTCiE/s1600/2-catch-ladder-rungs-with-hook.jpg how to latch up a ladder], from the [http://techknitting.blogspot.com/2013/09/a-new-trick-for-fixing-errors-in-color.html TECHknitting] blog.

*Create or find a 2-color image for fairisle knitting: 40 to 60 pixels wide, and about as many pixels high. You may want to keep in mind how long the floats will be. Longer than 5 stitches can be tricky. File format: 1 bit b/w bitmap is ideal.

Reading Homework:

*[http://machineknittingetc.com/downloadable/download/sample/sample_id/32/ The KH-930 Manual]
**Loading patterns: Pdf pages 38 – 41.

**Programming your own patterns, Knitting Patterns: Pdf pages 83 —87. (Suggested reading: Variation Keys 47-56)

**[http://daviworks.com/knitting/downloads/img2track%20User%20Guide.pdf The Img2Track pdf guide]
Don't worry about the section about the divided neckline on page 4.

If you have a Mac, I suggest installing the software and walking through it per the instructions.
FYI, the sequence of button presses is the same as the sequence described in the Brother manual on page 3.

== Class 3 Syllabus ==

===Finishing Scarf===
*Stitching up sides
*Fringe

===Img2Track fairisle.===

#Connecting the machine
#Loading a pattern
#Setting up carriage
##Cast on
##Park carriage left of turn mark
##Turn on KC1
##Knit one row to select needles
##Engage MC (or other patterning buttons.) Load contrast yarn.
##Start Knitting.

Sewing sides together.

Holding and shaping stitches.

== Class 3 Homework ==
*Produce a knitted swatch using the img2track software for patterning. Bind off the stitches. Due within 2 weeks of Class 3.

== Useful Links ==

===Before you knit===

[http://www.yarn-store.com/different-yarns-for-different-knitting-machines.html Chart to determine tension dial setting.]

Pattern Generator: [http://www.unikatissima.de/e/?page_id=2148 Cellular Automation] and [http://www.unikatissima.de/e/?page_id=2062 Mazes]

Knit Knack Shop: [http://knitknackshop.com/brother-acc.html accessories] and [http://knitknackshop.com/yarns.html cone yarn]

Pattern for a 4.5 mm needle pusher (1 x 1), for producing with the laser cutter and 1/8" acrylic - it may be very hard to see because the stroke is only 0.05 mm or so.
[[Media:Knitting_comb_from_stl.svg]]
[[https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/File:Knitting_comb_from_stl.svg]]

===After you knit===

How to [http://www.yarn-store.com/technique-seaming-row-to-row.html sew two knitted pieces] together.

[http://www.purlbee.com/knitting-tutorials-finishing/2011/7/14/weaving-in-your-ends.html Weaving in] the ends.

===General Info===
Diana Sullivan's [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZKrfqU8CMFg&list=PL2E135CCB28900F38 Video Tutorials] the "Diana Natters On" series.

Ravelry's [http://www.ravelry.com/groups/machine-knitting machine knitting page]. The forum is a priceless source of advice and info. Free registration required.

PS:1's [[Brother_KH-930_Knitting_Machine]]
[[Category:Textiles]]

[https://files.secureserver.net/4szMyVbbbwuBZk Brother Knitting Machine Techniques Book].

[https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/Knitting_Machines#Class_2_Syllabus Tutorial books] (as free PDFs) for Brother Knitting Machines

Knitting Machines

2014-02-10T05:53:00Z

Jesseseay: /* Swatch 3: Drop Stitch on the 230 */

== Knitting Machine Workshop ==

Instructor: [http://blog.jesseseay.com/ Jesse Seay]

3-Part Knitting Machine Workshop

Each class is about 2 hours long, and includes homework.

Materials Fee: $26
*Note: fee is due one week prior to start of class (thru paypal), and used to buy materials for the workshop. The fee is non-refundable, however, you are welcome to sell your spot to someone else, prior to the first class.

Class size: 4 people.
*Additional students may be added provided they bring their own machines.

Text: [http://www.amazon.com/Hand-Manipulated-Stitches-Machine-Knitters-Guagliumi/dp/143921980X/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1386961114&sr=8-1&keywords=hand+manipulated+stitches+for+machine+knitters Hand-Manipulated Stitches for Machine Knitters] by Susan Guagliumi.
*Purchase your own or read the PS1 copy by the machines.

== Pre-Class Homework ==
Guagliumi, Ch. 1 pages 1-19.

== Class 1 Syllabus ==

Review parts of machine:
<blockquote>
#Bed
#needles
#Carriage
#Gate posts
#Sinker plate
#Tension mast
#Clamps
#Accessories:
#*Cast on thread
#*Tapestry needle
#*Cast on comb
#*Wax
#*Latch tool
#*Bodkin
#*Weights (and floor mat)
#*Comb
</blockquote>

Go over needle positions.

Watch what machine does, w/o sinker plate, for needles in each position.

Everyone practices putting sinker plate and carriage on, off.

Carriage settings: Normal (not Hold), plain knitting.

Thread the machine.

Note: On the 930, there is a metal tab on the back of the tension mast. Yarn must go '''under''' this tab to catch properly.

----
===1st Swatch:===

Cast on methods:

• Open – knit 5 rows. Remove the cast on comb and see what happens.

• Every other needle – Cast on EON (Guagliumi, p 35). Hang comb. Bring rest of needles into work, and continue knitting.

Knitting

o Tension of yarn on mast – not spaghetti, not guitar string

o Tension of knit on needles – feel the weight on it, move weights every couple of inches

o Can’t change direction once needles have entered the carriage

o Push carriage - firm and steady

o Needles should end in a straight row

Cast off

Gathering Stitch Bind Off (Guagliumi p44)

Once stitches are bound off, remove weights. Run empty carriage over needles to remove knitting from machine.

----
===2nd Swatch===

How to determine tension:

Read info on yarn package and

Use Angelika’s yarn chart as a guide:
http://www.yarn-store.com/different-yarns-for-different-knitting-machines.html

• Cast On (EON)

• Knit 5 rows.

• Transfer a stitch to mark your place.

• Change the T dial (generally no more than 2 #’s at a time). Write down the new T.

• Knit 10 rows.

• Transfer a stitch. Change the dial. Knit 10 rows.

• Try 2+ more settings.

• Where does the carriage run most easily?

• Bind off and remove swatch from machine. Examine swatch and note the differences between each section.

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===3rd Swatch===

The Tension Swatch

====Standard Tension Swatch====

#EON Cast on: 60 needles
#RC= 0
#Knit 15 rows
#Change to CC
#Knit 2 rows
#RC=0
#Knit 30 rows
#Using CC, hand-knit needles 21L and 21R.
#Knit 30 more rows with MC
#Change to CC
#Knit 2 more rows
#RC=0, change to MC
#Knit 5 rows
#Use transfer tool to transfer stitches and mark the tension dial setting.
#Knit 10 more rows.
#Bind off.

====Chunky Tension Swatch====

#EON Cast on: 40 needles
#RC= 0
#Knit 10 rows
#Change to CC
#Knit 2 rows
#RC=0
#Knit 20 rows
#Using CC, hand-knit needles 11L and 11R.
#Knit 20 more rows with MC
#Change to CC
#Knit 2 more rows
#RC=0, change to MC
#Knit 5 rows
#Use transfer tool to transfer stitches and mark the tension dial setting.
#Knit 5 more rows.
#Bind off.

Abbreviations
*MC = main color
*CC = contrast color
*RC = row counter
*EON = Every Other Needle

Cast off:
#Move T dial up 2 notches
#Knit a row of ravel cord.
#Leave a length of MC 3x the width, and cut.
#Switch to scrap yarn, knit 10 rows.
#Remove knitting from machine
#Finish later.

===Yarn Winding: Winding a center pull cake.===
Threading the winder

Winding at least 2x, changing directions

Loose tension, no knots.

Waxing while winding

== Class 1 Homework ==
*Read Guagliumi.
**Review Ch. 1.
**Read Ch. 2 on casting-on and binding off, pages 33-36, 44-48. We will do e-wrap cast-on (p 36) and back-stitch bind off (p 48) next class.

*Knit two tension swatches.
**'''Review the manual before using the machine.''' Please follow each step in the manual until you have the process memorized.
[http://www.aboutknittingmachines.com/MoreBrotherManuals.php here.]
***KH930 (standard) section on basic knitting, casting on. pdf pages 20-23
***KH230 (chunky) section on threading machine, basic knitting. pdf pages 9-13
***Recommended reading: Brother Knitting Machine Techniques Book. Section on knitting a tension gauge. Pages 72-73. Download [http://www.aboutknittingmachines.com/BrotherFreeManuals.php here].

Copies of the manuals are available at the space. You can also download the pdf's

== Class 2 Syllabus ==
===Machine care===
*Oiling/Cleaning the machine
*The Sponge Bar
*Changing needles

===Measuring tension swatches===

Formula to determine gauge.

*Number of stitches divided by number of inches = stitches per inch

*Number of rows divided by number of inches = rows per inch

Note: to determine the vertical stretch for Img2Track, divide the rows per inch by stitches per inch (the result is typically 1.x).

Review Guagliumi's charts on page 8: formation of slip stitch.
----
===Swatch 1: casting on/off with ravel cord===
#Open cast on with Waste Yarn (WY). 10 stitches on chunky machine, 15 stitches on standard. Hang comb and weights. Knit 10 rows
#Thread ravel cord and knit 1 row with it.
#Switch to Main Color (MC). Leave a tail at beginning, 3x the width of knitting. Knit 20 rows. Leave tail at end.
#Switch to ravel cord. Knit 1 row.
#Switch to WY. Knit 20 rows.
#Switch to ravel cord. Knit 1 row.
#Switch to MC. Leave tail. Knit 20 rows. Leave tail.
#Switch to ravel cord. Knit 1 row.
#Switch to WY. Knit 10 rows.
#Remove knitting from machine.
#Cut swatch in half, through the mid point of the middle waste yarn section. Each participant takes one half, and does back stitch bind off for both the top and bottom edges.

----

===Swatch 2: Fairisle on the 930===
----
Use light color solid yarns for Main Color (MC) and Contrast Color (CC) yarn. Select a pattern that has floats shorter than 5 needles.

#EON cast on, across 60 stitches.
#Hang comb and weights.
#Knit 5-6 rows.
#Carriage on Left.
#Follow instructions on page 22 of KH-930 Manual for programming a fairisle pattern into the machine.

===Swatch 3: Drop Stitch on the 230===

Cast on EON, 41 stitches. Use needles 21L to 20R

#Knit 4 rows. Transfer stitch at needles 1L, 11L, 10R. Leave empty needles in B position.
#Knit 10 rows. Drop stitches at 1L, 11L, 10R. Latch up all 3 as ribs. Hang top stitch back on needle. Knit 2 rows.
#Transfer same stitches again. Leave 1L in work. Move needles 11L and 10R to A position. Knit 6 rows.
#Drop stitch on 1L. Leave 1L in work.
#Knit 10 more rows. Remove work from machine and tape open stitches.
#Use latch tool to crochet up ladders with contrast color.

== Class 2 Homework ==
*Knit a scarf. Use a tension swatch to determine your stitch size/length. Cast on an odd number of needles. Knit 2 rows, then transfer the stitch on the middle needle. Knit the full length, then drop the stitch off the middle needle. Latch it back up as a rib, before casting off.

*Create or find a 2-color image for fairisle knitting: 40 to 60 pixels wide, and about as many pixels high. You may want to keep in mind how long the floats will be. Longer than 5 stitches can be tricky. File format: 1 bit b/w bitmap is ideal.

Reading Homework:

*[http://machineknittingetc.com/downloadable/download/sample/sample_id/32/ The KH-930 Manual]
**Loading patterns: Pdf pages 38 – 41.

**Programming your own patterns, Knitting Patterns: Pdf pages 83 —87. (Suggested reading: Variation Keys 47-56)

**[http://daviworks.com/knitting/downloads/img2track%20User%20Guide.pdf The Img2Track pdf guide]
Don't worry about the section about the divided neckline on page 4.

If you have a Mac, I suggest installing the software and walking through it per the instructions.
FYI, the sequence of button presses is the same as the sequence described in the Brother manual on page 3.

== Class 3 Syllabus ==

===Finishing Scarf===
*Stitching up sides
*Fringe

===Img2Track fairisle.===

#Connecting the machine
#Loading a pattern
#Setting up carriage
##Cast on
##Park carriage left of turn mark
##Turn on KC1
##Knit one row to select needles
##Engage MC (or other patterning buttons.) Load contrast yarn.
##Start Knitting.

Sewing sides together.

Holding and shaping stitches.

== Class 3 Homework ==
*Produce a knitted swatch using the img2track software for patterning. Bind off the stitches. Due within 2 weeks of Class 3.

== Useful Links ==

===Before you knit===

[http://www.yarn-store.com/different-yarns-for-different-knitting-machines.html Chart to determine tension dial setting.]

Pattern Generator: [http://www.unikatissima.de/e/?page_id=2148 Cellular Automation] and [http://www.unikatissima.de/e/?page_id=2062 Mazes]

Knit Knack Shop: [http://knitknackshop.com/brother-acc.html accessories] and [http://knitknackshop.com/yarns.html cone yarn]

Pattern for a 4.5 mm needle pusher (1 x 1), for producing with the laser cutter and 1/8" acrylic - it may be very hard to see because the stroke is only 0.05 mm or so.
[[Media:Knitting_comb_from_stl.svg]]
[[https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/File:Knitting_comb_from_stl.svg]]

===After you knit===

How to [http://www.yarn-store.com/technique-seaming-row-to-row.html sew two knitted pieces] together.

[http://www.purlbee.com/knitting-tutorials-finishing/2011/7/14/weaving-in-your-ends.html Weaving in] the ends.

===General Info===
Diana Sullivan's [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZKrfqU8CMFg&list=PL2E135CCB28900F38 Video Tutorials] the "Diana Natters On" series.

Ravelry's [http://www.ravelry.com/groups/machine-knitting machine knitting page]. The forum is a priceless source of advice and info. Free registration required.

PS:1's [[Brother_KH-930_Knitting_Machine]]
[[Category:Textiles]]

[https://files.secureserver.net/4szMyVbbbwuBZk Brother Knitting Machine Techniques Book].

[https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/Knitting_Machines#Class_2_Syllabus Tutorial books] (as free PDFs) for Brother Knitting Machines