Introduce yourself in the community feed Tell us: - What machine you use (Addi, Sentro, etc.) I have the sentro machines 3 sizes and I just ordered the new Caydo M1! - Your experience level very beginner! I made some hats last winter and I tried socks. I do not understand the cast off process or closing items very well - What you’re excited to learn I am excited to learn how to properly cast off, change colors better and close items or connect pieces. I would like to learn panels. Excited for the new Caydo M1 to learn and hopefully be more productive! - A little on me: I am a mother of 3 now grown young men with 1 three yr old grandson! My profile image is of my almost 7 yr old grand puppy with me. I am happily married to a US Army veteran who served 25 yrs active duty, we have been married 33 years now. I have a small Kraft business on Shopify and I do vendor events locally weather permitted. I really want to learn how to use the machines as I need something to do when I have upcoming downtime due to a hip replacement surgery scheduled for Jan 5, 2027. Looking forward to learning in this community!

I have another gadget for you. This one I have no clue how to use it. So it’s never been used.

MY FIRST ANNIVERSARY GIFT TO YOU IS HERE! 🎁❤️🧶 To celebrate CMK's FIRST BIRTHDAY, I wanted to give something special back to the wonderful community that has made this past year so amazing! Introducing the COZY SANTA CHRISTMAS BLANKET! 🎅🎉 And the BEST part? IT'S COMPLETELY FREE FOR EVERYONE! That's right! Whether you're a Standard (Free), Premium or VIP member, this pattern is yours to enjoy! ❤️ 🧶 ABOUT THE BLANKET This cheerful Santa blanket is a Beginner Plus project, perfect for those ready to take their circular machine knitting a little further! 🎅 Finished Size: Approximately 44" × 69" — actual size will vary depending on your machine and yarn tension. 🧶 Machine: Works on a 46- or 48-needle circular knitting machine. 💜 Demonstration Machine: Caydo M1 Pro. 👀 Eyes & Nose: Make them using a 22-needle circular knitting machine OR use felt instead! 🧵 iCord: You'll need approximately 32 inches of iCord. I made mine using the Caydo 1L Pro. 🎥 Instructional Video Included! 📄 Downloadable Written Pattern Included! You'll have both the video demonstration and written instructions to guide you through creating your own Santa blanket! 📍 WHERE TO FIND YOUR FREE PATTERN Head over to the Classroom Tab and follow this path: Classroom → Free Beginner's Course → Free Circular Knitting Machine Patterns → Cozy Santa Christmas Blanket 🎁 No upgrade required! This is my birthday gift to ALL CMK members! ❤️ A LITTLE THANK YOU FROM ME When I started this community a year ago, I had no idea just how special it would become. The friendships, encouragement, creativity and willingness to help one another have made CMK so much more than a place to learn circular machine knitting. And I wanted to celebrate our first anniversary by giving everyone something fun to create! I hope this Santa blanket brings a little extra warmth and Christmas cheer into your home this holiday season. 🎄❤️ 🎅 NOW I HAVE A QUESTION FOR YOU! Who's going to make a Cozy Santa Christmas Blanket?

Let's talk about something every knitter can relate to... THE COST OF YARN! 😂🧶 We all love beautiful yarn, but those costs can add up FAST, especially when you're making larger projects, knitting gifts or creating items to sell! And just because yarn looks like a bargain doesn't necessarily mean it's the most economical choice for your project. 🎥 In this video, we're talking about yarn costs and how to get more value for your money! ▶️ WATCH HERE: https://youtu.be/saAF2qOnLqg Whether you're knitting for fun, family or profit, understanding your yarn costs can help you make smarter choices and stretch your crafting budget further! ❤️ LET'S TALK YARN SAVINGS! I'm curious... 💰 What's your favourite way to save money on yarn? Do you watch for sales, buy in bulk, shop clearance racks or have a secret source for great deals? 👇 SHARE YOUR BEST YARN-SAVING TIP IN THE COMMENTS! You might just help another CMK member save some money on their next project! BECAUSE MORE YARN FOR LESS MONEY MEANS MORE KNITTING! 🧶😂❤️

Tell us one small crafting win you have had recently. A tricky stitch fixed or a new skill learned absolutely counts! Share in the comments—we would love to hear from you! ❣️