Yarn weight determines how many stitches it takes to knit 1 inch. Free knitting patterns lovecrafts, loveknittings new home. At the wool factory we know that its always handy to know the conversion sizes for your knitting needles so we have provided a handy chart below that gives you metric, uk and us sizes of knitting needles. Aug 30, 2018 i decided to convert the pattern from an 8 ply to a 12 ply so i could use as many of my pairs of needles and leftover yarn as possible. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. This includes a breakdown of uk, usa and australian terminology. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Yarns made up of many plied strands plied together, such as filatura di. Used in australia and new zealand for double knitting or dk. Yarn weight chart a table for comparing yarn weights. Lily sugar n cream cotton yarn is one our most popular ranges along with bernat baby blanket, caron cakes and caron simply soft, red heart yarns and sweet rolls yarn. You can filter search the patterns by craft, by application and by pattern type. Unvalued zeros on all numbers have been suppressed. Yarn weight refers to the thickness of yarn used by knitters, weavers, crocheters and other fiber artists.
This ply is also commonly referred to as double knit or medium weight depending on which country you live in, and can be used for. I hope you found this yarn comparison chart useful. However, if youve inherited your greatgrandmothers knitting bag you may have needles with the old uk ratings so these have been included for your information. This yarn conversion chart is also useful if you have a pattern that lists a yarn that has a different country measurement scale and you need to convert yarn. A versatile, unmercerized cotton, scheepjes cotton 8 is a popular choice for customers looking for an affrodable crafting cotton in a range of vivid colours. Yarn weight conversion australia usa uk 2 ply laceweight 1 ply 3 ply fingering 2 ply 3 ply sock 3 ply 5 ply sport 4 ply 8 ply dklight worsted dk 10 ply worsted aran 12 ply bulky chunky 14 ply super bulky super chunky approximate conversion crochet hook conversion australia usa uk 2. Though they may require more attention from the lesserexperienced in knitting, the beautiful items they produce are distinctive from other patterns in other yarn weights. Ravelry standard yarn weights a knit and crochet community. Although there are no official categories for yarn weights, many knitting books and yarn manufacturers use common terms to indicate a yarns thickness and the size of the needle with which you work on the yarn. The more plies you add to a yarn, the more rounded it becomes and the greater definition it gives to your stitches. This ply is also commonly referred to as double knit or medium weight depending on which country you live in, and can be used for a virtually endless variety of knitting projects including. Name ply uk, nz, au wraps per inch knit gauge 4 in 10 cm crochet gauge. A worsted weight yarn may be designed using only one large ply. Plies have remained as yarn weight names, particularly in the uk, australia and new zealand, even though the meaning is no longer as clear.
To make it easier, weve created special calculators to do the work for you. Jo sharps luxury hand knitting yarns are made from natural fibers such as wool, silk and cotton, in a range of nature inspired shades. Lace patterns are just perfect for lighter spring or summer clothes. Novita 7 brothers is a classic yarn suited to many different types of knits. Changing yarn weight or needle size can have a significant impact on the. Meters per 100gm, standard yarn weight, uk yarn type, australian yarn ply, us yarn type, wraps per inch, suggested needle size, tensiongauge. If the plies are thin, a 4ply yarn can be finer than a heavy, singleply yarn. Imagine a tea bag designed to make the perfect 8ounce cup of tea. Knitting conversion charts at the wool factory we know that its always handy to know the conversion sizes for your knitting needles so we have provided a handy chart below that gives you metric, uk and us sizes of knitting needles. Scheepjes cotton 8 is a 100% cotton 4 ply yarn with a soft, matt finish and excellent stitch definition.
Patons free patterns discount yarn knittingwarehouse. A list of potential substitutes, if you cant get hold of cleckheaton country 8 ply, with detailed advice and warnings about any differences. Super fine, fingering, or babyweight, 78, light layettes, socks. Cleave books conversion calculator for units of textile yarns. Very large and very small numbers appear in eformat and have not been spaced. Yarn weight chart compare the weights of different yarns with this useful. Some patterns specify to use 8 ply yarn, which is a common term used in australia to classify yarn. Tension in knitting is defined as the specific number of rows and stitches over each area of your project that measures 10 centimeters square. The colours are inspired by tove janssons classic moomin books. From snuggly blankets and cute cardies to adorable toys and tiny hats, weve got a range of projects all designed for thicker yarn.
Patons australia cotton blend 8ply suggested substitutes. Rowan alpaca colour alpaca yarn dk 8ply dk weight baby alpaca. For information about yarn weight, see our handy yarn conversion chart. Although there are no official categories for yarn weights, many knitting books and yarn. Singles, twoply, threeply, and wraps per inch abbys yarns. Yarn sizes however are generally provided as a weight of yarn such as worsted weight, sports weight, etc. American yarns is an online yarn store based in melbourne australia. Yarn weight refers to the thickness of the yarn, not the actual weight of a ball or skein of yarn. I then knitted one in each size to check out my accuracy. Conversation often arises between crocheters across the global in regards to yarn weight. It corresponds to what is called dk weight in the us. The weight of a ball of wool will vary depending on what the yarn is made out of. Offers products and services for the weaving and knitting enthusiast, including looms, yarns, custom spinning, workshops and classes.
Country 8 ply wool by cleckheaton comes in a large pallette of colours, and is a popular tested and proven yarn. What size crochet hook or knitting needle for what ply yarn. If you are not sure what the ply of your yarn is, you can determine this by counting wraps per inch. Browse the free patons knit and crochet patterns we offer here with special permission from spinrite. Jul 09, 20 yarn weight refers to the thickness of the yarn, not the actual weight of a ball or skein of yarn. Many american crochet books now provide a similar conversion guide for hook sizes. Use this yarn conversion chart only as a guide and i suggest you test with a gauge swatchtension square for more accurate results. Order today and receive a free mystery pattern with every delivery at deramores. The chart below is a quick reference guide to the different yarn weights and can help with yarn substitutions. Who can resist knitting for a baby with our collection of 8 ply patterns youve got a whole range to choose from. Singles, twoply, threeply, and wraps per inch posted on 19 december 2008 by abby franquemont a common stumper for many spinners working on producing yarn to a specific thickness involves the question of plying structures.
Dec 20, 2011 worsted weight yarn is the american term for yarn that you might spy in australia or the uk as 10 ply yarn. Converting an 8 ply knitting pattern to a 12 ply version. A list of potential substitutes, if you cant get hold of patons australia cotton blend 8 ply, with detailed advice and warnings about any differences. Please note, this table has been created as a guide, always refer to the pattern or yarn in question.
The idea is that youll use whatever needle size it takes to achieve the desired gauge. Pure wool is heavier than 100% acrylic yarn, so a 50 gram ball of pure new wool will have fewer metres than a 50 gram ball of acrylic yarn. We have also provided a knitting yarn weight chart that approximately converts from u. If the plies are very thin, a 4 ply yarn can be finer than a heavy, single ply yarn. Damasco print 8 ply dazzle 8 ply yarn dazzle star 8 ply heirloom cotton 8 ply peter pan wendy peter pan double knit peter pan cupcake peter pan merino baby dk peter pan moondust 8 ply peter pan petite fleur 8 ply dk peter pan pixie 8 ply dk supreme sparkle dk wendy poppet double knitting 8 ply baby cotton dk peter pan. Yarns for all 12 citrine gardens forrestfield,6058 western australia abn 98 180 361 3. The subjects of twist, ply, and fibers make up the heart of my book, the knitters book of yarn.
Although there are no official categories for knitting yarn weights, many knitting books and yarn manufacturers use common terms to indicate a yarn s thickness and the size of the needle with which you work on the yarn. We offer knitting yarn wool and craft supplies of the highest quality. I decided to convert the pattern from an 8 ply to a 12 ply so i could use as many of my pairs of needles and leftover yarn as possible. The table below shows all the calculations associated with the conversion to 12 ply.
The terms twoply, threeply etc are misleading, in this context they are historical categories of yarn diameter and dont necessarily have any relation to the number of strands or plies in the yarn. Patons big baby 8 ply, acrylic nylon mix 8 ply baby yarn. The subjects of twist, ply, and fibers make up the heart of my book, the knitters. Buy products related to 4 ply yarn products and see what customers say about 4 ply yarn products on free delivery possible on eligible purchases. Find inspiration in our collection of free knitting patterns.
The terms two ply, three ply etc are misleading, in this context they are historical categories of yarn diameter and dont necessarily have any relation to the number of strands or plies in the yarn. Definitions are those given in british standard no. The cozy, subtle blend of colors in each shade allows the beauty of the yarn to show through and is ideal for textured knitting. If the plies are thin, a 4 ply yarn can be finer than a heavy, single ply yarn. Changing yarn weight or needle size can have a significant impact on the finished project, so standardized systems have been spread about, as well as conversion systems for regional. A list of potential substitutes, if you cant get hold of patons australia cotton blend 8ply, with detailed advice and warnings about any differences. Knitting calculator lovecrafts, loveknittings new home. Knitting needle and yarn size conversion tables sponsored links since there are considerable differences in knitters terminology for yarns and needle sizes throughout the world i thought it might be handy to make these tables available. Today, a single ply yarn can be a very fine laceweight or a bulk sweater yarn like icelandic lopi, and a dk can have 10 or 20 plies in it.
Knitting conversion charts the wool factory online. Wool warehouse buy all of your yarn wool, needles, and other knitting supplies online today with fast delivery. Check out the range of scheepjes colour packs featuring cotton 8, including the. Rowan alpaca colour is an incredibly soft, yet durable dk 8 ply yarn made of 100% baby alpaca. See our yarn weight tip for a chart showing how this compares to ply as we refer to it in australia. The gauge is roughly 5 stitches per inch on a size 7 or 8 needle. You are welcome to place orders and they will be packed and shipped at the first available opportunity. Sock, sport, worstedweight, etc all should be converted to the same type yarn before making any calculations. Available in 50g balls, it is ideal for fine knitting and crochet and is machine washable.
Majakkasaari lighthouse island is a 4 ply dk weight yarn. Name ply uk, nz, au wraps per inch knit gauge 4 in 10. So, whether you comparing english yarn terms to american terms or are looking for a guide on what crochet hook size is suitable for a 4 ply yarn, simply refer to the table below. Ultimate yarn weight cheat sheet lovecrafts, loveknittings. Your discount is figured on the total number of cotton and rayon items we ship, not how many of each type, style or size. The number of metres in a 100 gram ball is just an estimate or a guide. Patons australia cotton blend 8ply yarn substitution.
Knitting needles in the uk are now sold in metric measurements. Scheepjes cotton 8 all colours wool warehouse buy yarn. Although there are no official categories for yarn weights, many knitting books and yarn manufacturers use common terms to indicate a yarn s thickness and the size of the needle with which you work on the yarn. Scheepjes cotton 8 all colours product description. Yarns generally fall into seven categories of weight and gauge. Experiment with texture and colour in a range of jumpers, accessories, clothes for kids and toys. Where there is a gap in the table this is where there is no direct equivalent size. This yarn conversion chart is also useful if you have a pattern that lists a yarn that has a different country measurement scale and you need to convert yarn from one country to another. We also have a large variety of 2 ply and lace weight yarns that you can use with our selection of. Novita majakkasaari yarn is one of the moomin x novita products. Knitting isnt all about maths but sometimes youll need to be able to convert between yards and metres, or if youre substituting yarn, calculate how much yarn youll need for a project. Used in australia and new zealand for worsted weight yarn.