Creating beautiful knitwear is a challenging task. Perhaps more of us would take it on if we didn’t have to bother with the whole knitting process itself. If you’ve struggled with knitting in the past, Kniterate hopes to be the help you’re looking for.
A compact digital knitting machine, Kniterate allows you to focus on the artistic side of things while eliminating the stress of creating seamless-knitted products. From scarves and beanies to dresses and sweaters, Kniterate is a helpful mediator for those who prefer to avoid the more traditional route.
The machine is well-suited for small fashion businesses, training schools, maker-spaces and design studios. Here’s how it works.
How Does Kniterate Make Knitting Easier?
Kniterate operates like a commercial knitting machine aside from one modern update: it’s controlled by a computer. This machine transfers stitches with no direct input from yourself and uses six different yarn feeders to produce knitwear of various colours, shapes and sizes. Where you come in is with the companion Kniterate app and platform.
With this app, you can select from a variety of customised products and templates or simply upload your own. Let your creative side flow and then, once you’re ready, simply select your design and the Kniterate machine will get to work. Much easier. Though it’s unlikely to convert those who enjoy creating knitwear for themselves the old fashioned way, in a world where people are becoming more conscientious about where their clothes come from, Kniterate could be a great way for others to start making their own clothes.