Created by: kschimmel
Number of Blossarys: 8
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Plarn is a term coined to describe "plastic yarn." Thrifty crafters have created items knit from plastic grocery bags.
Double knitting or DK yarn is a weight in between sport and worsted weights. This weight is common in the United Kingdom.
Bulky yarn is heavier than worsted weight and is knit at a gauge of about 3 stitches per inch. This yarn is sometimes called chunky or rug yarn.
Acrylic is a synthetic fiber made of polyacrylonitrile. Acrylic yarn is widely available in craft stores and can be spun and plied to imitate many natural fibers.
Linen is a natural fiber made from the stem of the flax plant. It is a popular choice for summer knitting, as it is cool and absorbent to wear.
Laceweight yarn is lighter than fingering yarn. It is usually knit at a gauge of 8 to 10 stitches per inch on very fine needles, although a looser gauge may be used if the lace is to be an openwork ...
Sock yarn is usually fingering weight, although sport yarn is used for heavier socks. Sock yarn often is blended with a small amount of nylon for strength, although some sock yarns come with ...
