Machine knitting deluxe: A cashmere sweater is created

In today's post, I'd like to share a very special knitting project with you: making a red cashmere sweater on the SilverReed SK280 knitting machine, using the exclusive Cashmere Premium yarn from Lang Yarns . My goal was to find out how well this high-quality yarn works with my machine. Let's walk through this exciting process together!

For the size 40/42 sweater, I chose 14 balls of the main color (350 g) and one ball in a contrasting color (25 g). I chose Cashmere Premium from Lang Yarns , known for its softness and luxurious texture, making it an excellent choice for demanding knitting projects.

The SilverReed SK280, equipped with a double bed, was the machine of choice for this project. I opted for the 1x1 rib technique with a density of 6 on the upper bed and 7 on the lower bed for the cuffs, and a density of 9 for the main fabric, knitted on the upper needles. The thread tension was carefully set to level 1 to avoid overstretching the yarn.

Particularly interesting was the design of the collar, which was worked with short rows and left open instead of cast off, allowing for a seamless finish. I carefully finished the final stage of the collar by hand using 2.5 cm circular needles, which gave the sweater a personal touch.

A significant problem was the size of the wool balls; the 25-gram balls had to be regularly rewound onto cones to ensure efficient processing. Despite this minor hurdle, the Cashmere Premium yarn was perfectly suited to fifth-class machines, such as the SilverReed SK280.

The experiment showed excellent compatibility between Cashmere Premium wool and SilverReed SK280. The result was a smooth and flexible fabric that is both visually and tactilely pleasing. Based on this positive experience, I'm ready to write detailed instructions for similar projects. If at least five of my readers show interest, I'll be happy to publish these instructions. I encourage you to share your thoughts and questions in the comments. Let's continue exploring the world of machine knitting together!

I'm always looking for other knitting enthusiasts who also have experience with knitting machines or simply want to learn more about it. If you're interested in a closer exchange and becoming part of a creative community, don't hesitate to get in touch. We could organize a group or even regular meetups to share techniques, discuss projects, and inspire each other. Let's explore the possibilities of machine knitting together and share our passion for the craft!