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What should you do with wool except knitting?
You can use wool yarn in any of the needle arts, including weaving, crochet, needlepoint -- and knitting.
Can you use double knitting wool for an aran knitting pattern?
double knitting wool is lighter in weight then aran so the gauge will be wrong . the answer is No.. BUT there are aran knitting patterns made for dk or double knitting yarns ( sirdar makes some) just buy an aran pattern designed specifically for dk yarn
What ply is Patons azalia wool?
I have 16 balls of Azalea patonised knitting and crochet wool here and when I untwist it it becomes 2 strands....which in reading some of the other things about wool its actually 4 ply....now I am looking for a fairly plain simple knitting pattern to use it on.
Must know how much is here before knitting project is begun. Who will solve a math problem about the length of a ball of yarn?
The number of balls of wool and the ply to use is usually given in the knitting pattern. A test swatch is a good way to ensure there are the same stitches and rows as stated in the knitting pattern. When I was knitting (many years ago) balls (skeins) of wool was given in ounces!
Are cross stitch and knitting different in a brief?
Cross stitch is a form of embroidery. (Cross stitch designs are done on grids, so they look like they might be for knitting. You could probably use some cross stitch designs for intarsia or fair isle color knitting.)
Why is acrylic called artificial wool?
It is used in the knitting and craft industry as a cheaper alternative to real wool. However that is only a small area of use - it would not be referred to in that way in other fields.
What is the best kind of string to use to make a friendship bracelet?
Yarn, embroidery floss, and other cotton or wool related items would be perfect.
What is intarsia?
Intarsia is a method of knitting with different colours where the coloured wool strand is cut when its use in the pattern is finished, and the strand is not - as usually happens - carried behind the knitwear.
How do you do top stitch in knitting?
Top stitching in knitting typically refers to a decorative stitch applied to the surface of a knitted piece, often resembling embroidery. To create a top stitch, you can use a contrasting yarn and a needle to sew decorative stitches on top of the completed knitting. This can involve various techniques like backstitch or chain stitch, depending on the desired effect. It's best done after the main knitting is finished, allowing for creative embellishment on your project.
What are threads for knitting and weaving?
You can knit or weave with most any fibre. You can weave with a mix of fibre weights more easily than you can mix fibre weights in knitting. Fibres you can use include cotton, wool, silk, linen, bamboo, or man-made fibres.
Are knitting machines easy to use?
Once you understand how the knitting machine operates, its capabilities and limitations, with practice, a knitting machine becomes easy to use.
Can you use pegs instead of paddle pop sticks for french knitting?
Yes, so long as the pegs are secured into the hand-tool.
