Theory
3 articles
Yarn Composition — Natural vs. Synthetic Fibers and Their Properties
An overview of materials used in yarn: animal, plant, and synthetic fibers. Properties, advantages, disadvantages, and how to choose.
Yarn Construction — Twist, Plying, and How They Affect Your Work
How yarn is made: S and Z twist, single vs. plied yarn, ply count, and how construction affects knitting and crochet.
Yarn Weight Chart — Overview of Categories from Lace to Jumbo
Complete yarn weight chart with recommended needles, hooks, gauge, and typical uses. From lace to super bulky yarn.