Through the Eyes of a Machine Knitter
Sometimes a yarn just calls to you.
I was in my local yarn store, and with the hundreds of yarns she had in stock, this one kept calling to me. In addition to the spotted colors, the large cakes also appealed.
The hour-long drive home flew by as I made plans for my new sweater for my granddaughter.
Knit the boring parts on the machine and the fun stuff by hand! Keep reading to follow my journey
I was in my local yarn store, and with the hundreds of yarns she had in stock, this one kept calling to me. In addition to the spotted colors, the large cakes also appealed.
The hour-long drive home flew by as I made plans for my new sweater for my granddaughter.
- Easy knitting
- Cardigan for easy on and off (cute buttons a must)
- As many ruffles or feminine touches as possible
- Incorporate some hand knitting (my fingers were itching for a project)
Knit the boring parts on the machine and the fun stuff by hand! Keep reading to follow my journey

About the Ruffled Strawberry Pattern from Knit it Now
Hey there! We’re so excited to share the Ruffled Strawberry with you—it’s a gorgeous design that caught our eye. Here’s the scoop:
- This isn’t a Knit It Now original pattern. It’s actually a hand-knit pattern that we’re showcasing to inspire you.
- Why share it? Because we believe machine knitters like you can totally make this design your own!
- What you’ll need to do:
- Start with the original hand-knit pattern (we’ve provided a link for you).
- Use Knit It Now’s amazing tools, like our Perfect Fit Dynamic Patterns, to adapt and customize it for your machine.
- Don’t forget to adjust for YOUR gauge, YOUR yarn choice, and YOUR personal flair!
We’re here for you! Check the Suggested Content or drop us a line anytime. Happy knitting!