My family is selling our family home of a hundred years. While cleaning it out they came across a "circular-type knitting machine." Of course, I immediately laid claim to it and identified it as a sock knitting machine. My grandmother claims to have never seen it before and she has lived in the house since the 1940's. Since the machine dates from 1922, I would guess that my great-grandmother had a little side business knitting socks in the 20's. Unfortunately the machine is in poor condition after 80 years in the attic.
The Autoknitter
A Broken Gear Ring
A Broken Cylinder
Although many have suggested that this machine is beyond hope, I am hoping with a couple new parts that it might be usable. It would be nice to have that connection to the past. Any wisdom would be appreciated!
In other news, I visited Halcyon Yarns and purchased a drop spindle and some wool. Not a pretty sight so far but I am hoping to improve with some practice.
3 comments:
That's a lot of driving!
I hope you find replacement parts. DH says a skilled machinist could make parts, but it would cost a fortune.
I AM worried about finishing Lyra! But look what I'm doing right now... reading blogs! ;) Can you say 'denial?' :)
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