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From: carsang2
Date: 01-22-2006, 11:15 AM (1 of 4)
| I would like to use up some yarn for doll clothes. My patterns call for worsted weight but have some thinner yarns. Is there anyway I can adjust patterns so I can use the thinner yarn? |
User: carsang2
Member since: 12-05-2005 Total posts: 9 |
From: Chrysantha
Date: 01-22-2006, 11:36 PM (2 of 4)
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Smaller needles/hooks......???
Chrys
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User: Chrysantha
Member since: 09-06-2002 Total posts: 2414 
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From: bridesmom
Date: 01-23-2006, 12:26 AM (3 of 4)
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You can double up the yarn to make it the same weight as the worsted. I've done this before and it works just fine. Just make sure to check your gauge, as you may need to adjust the needle size a bit.
Laura
Tickled pink with my Innovis 4000D |
User: bridesmom
Member since: 01-21-2004 Total posts: 2026 |
From: chris b
Date: 01-26-2006, 01:11 PM (4 of 4)
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If it is thinner yarn you'd want a larger needle. You can knit/crochet up a swatch to match the gauge of the pattern. Try 2 sizes up first and then test it against the gauge.
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User: chris b
Member since: 01-10-2001 Total posts: 109 |
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