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To complement the articles by Kate Atherley on yarn selection and substitution, this one-sheet download presents information about yarn weights, knitting and crochet gauge, and typical needle and hook ranges.
Download the PDF and save it to your device so you can refer to it any time. To save paper, please only print a copy if you’ll need to refer to the table off of your device.
Sweater fit expert Kim McBrien Evans shares her top ten tips for making knit and crochet garments that fit well on any body.
Good sleeve fit is essential for a successful sweater. Kim McBrien Evans explains which measurements to take, how to take them, and how they apply to making sweaters that fit. PLUS, help Kim improve fit resources for designers everywhere by adding your measurements to her anonymous survey.
An overview of some of the different types of blended fibres that are used in yarns, threads, and fabrics. Don’t miss this fascinating fibre finale in Master Spinner Michelle Boyd’s series on fibre characteristics!
