Worsted refers to a woollen fabric made from twisted yarn, from Worstead, a town in Norfolk, England.
No. Worsted wool is sourced and processed differently from other types of wool. You can read more about worsted wool, below.
Montgomery Worsted Mills was created in 1892.
Bernon Worsted Mill was created in 1919.
Serge is a worsted fabric that begins with the letters se.
In general, dk and worsted mean much the same thing. Dk is used in the UK and worsted in the US. However, there is a lot of variation between brands. The best idea is to check the length and weight information on the ball bands. I do find that US worsted weight patterns make up well in dk, but I always have lots left over! http://www.theknittingsite.com/knitting-conversion-tables/
Jules Desurmont Worsted Company Mill was created in 1907.
You can wash worsted wool pants by hand. Washing them in the washing machine can cause them to become damaged or misshapen.
Worsted weight yarn would go great with plastic projects.
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Harold. Walker has written: 'Nixon's religious background' 'Worsted drawing and spinning' -- subject(s): Woolen and worsted spinning