Knitting
Please be aware that the knitting machine will be in use for inductions on Thursdays and Fridays 10:00-13:00.
We have a Brother KH-940 Knitting Machine which can be programmed to create custom knitted pieces.
You must have completed the induction to use the machine, and you must have qualified to use it unsupervised. The induction is bookable on ORB via the link below.
For students that have qualified on the knitting machine, there are workshops and further inductions, also bookable on ORB via the links below.
You must book to use the knitting machine.
- If you have qualified, book via ORB.
- If you have not qualified, please message either Rosie or Agnes on Slack to book.
For more information about inductions, workshops, and booking the knitting machine go to this page
Useful links:
Book to use the Knitting Machine
Join the eTextiles Slack Channel
If you have any questions, please message Agnes or Rosie!
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