Silver Reed Knitting Machines
Blue Thistle Fibers is an authorized Silver Reed knitting machine dealer, offering machines for beginners as well as advanced machine knitters.Â
Silver Reed machines are known for their durability, precision engineering, and long lifespan. Many knitters use the same machine for decades. We offer guidance on selecting the right machine and can ship machines directly from our U.S. distributor.
Why Choose a Silver Reed Knitting Machine?
Silver Reed has decades of experince making knitting machines and has built trust across the globe for their:Â
• strong metal construction
• precise needle beds
• compatibility with many yarn types
• availability of parts and accessories
• long-term reliability
Because the machines are mechanically simple and well-engineered, many models remain in use for generations.
Silver Reed LK150 Mid-Gauge Knitting Machine
The LK150 is one of the most popular knitting machines for beginners.
This mid-gauge machine works well with many common knitting yarns and is simple to learn.
The LK150 is ideal for:
• knitters transitioning from hand knitting
• beginners learning machine knitting
• producing garments and accessories quickly
Because of its versatility and ease of use, the LK150 is often recommended as a first machine.
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$575.00
1 in stock (can be backordered)
LK150 Accessories
AG11 Intarsia Carriage for Silver Reed LK150
$120.00
Silver Reed SK280 Standard Gauge Knitting Machine
The SK280 is a standard gauge knitting machine designed for finer yarns and more advanced garment construction.
When paired with a ribber attachment, the SK280 allows knitters to create a wide range of fabrics including ribbing, double-bed knitting, and more complex structures.
The SK280 is ideal for:
• knitters ready for more advanced techniques
• garment production
• lighter yarn weights
Original price was: $1,425.00.$1,415.00Current price is: $1,415.00.
SK280 Accessories
$90.00
Silver Reed SK840 Electronic Knitting Machine
The SK840 is an electronic knitting machine that allows knitters to create patterned fabrics using computer-controlled patterning.
This machine is commonly used by experienced machine knitters, textile artists, and designers.
The SK840 is ideal for:
• advanced knitters
• complex pattern design
• textile experimentation
Knitting Machine Parts & Accessories
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Silver Reed LK150 Knitting Machine
$575.00Silver Reed LK150 Knitting Machine
$575.00The LK 150 is the perfect knitting machine for beginners ready to start knitting. Its lightweight and portable, offering an easy and efficient way to create beautiful stockinet fabrics.
Ready to make a quick summer tank or warm winter beanie? The LK150 is the affordable and user-friendly hobby machine for you. This versatile machine can work with Sport, DK, or 4 Ply weight yarns. Here are all the details:
- Mid gauge, 150 needles, 6.5 mm needle spacing
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Manual pattern selection
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Stockinet, Tuck, and Slip stitch types
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For light to medium weight hand knit type yarns
​This machine supports the AG11 Intarsia Carriage
1 in stock (can be backordered)
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Claw Weights for Knitting Machine
$6.50
Claw Weights for Knitting Machine
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Silver Reed AG24 Intarsia Carriage
$90.00Silver Reed AG24 Intarsia Carriage
$90.00The Silver Reed Intarsia Carriage AG24 is the perfect accessory for your Silver Reed SK 280 Knitting Machine. This carriage allows you to knit several colours in one row, pictorial or geometric designs without floats. Works with the following machines:
Silver Reed SK280
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AG11 Intarsia Carriage for Silver Reed LK150
$120.00AG11 Intarsia Carriage for Silver Reed LK150
$120.00The AG11 Intarsia Carage for the Silver Reed LK150 is the perfect accessory for creating intarsia patterns without floating yarns on the back of your knitting. This carriage replaces the AG10 (an older model ) and is compatible with 6.5mm gauge knitting machines like the LK150 and LK100. Product image might be different based on manufacture date.
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Support from an Authorized Dealer
When purchasing a knitting machine, having support from an authorized dealer can make a significant difference.
At Blue Thistle Fibers we provide:
• guidance selecting the right machine
• help getting started with setup
• recommendations for yarn and accessories
• information about workshops and classes
Because we operate a working fiber mill and natural dye studio, we are able to test yarns and machines in real-world conditions.
Learn Machine Knitting
Learning to machine knit online is hard!
No matter how good the video, working along with others makes it much easier to bring your projects to life. We'd love to have you join us at our machine knitting workshops or during Open Studio time at the Blue Thistle Fibers mill in Gauley Bridge, West Virginia.Â
You can spend the morning working on your project, take a break with a tea or coffee at the Blue Thistle Fibers Coffee Bar, and then take a to-go snack with to explore the beautiful landscape of the nearby Gauley River & New River Gorge National Park.