Classroom: Yarn for Knitting Machines
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How much yarn?
How to know how much yarn to purchase for a project? When knitting with cones, the decision is usually do I need 1 or 2 cones? Since we've been using more and more hand knitting yarn, a more accurate estimate is needed. Let's talk about yarn estimates ... from guessing to knowing for sure!
Weekly LIVE shows and replays are available for Members only.
3 Ways to estimate "How much Yarn do I need?"
- Use "The Knitters Handy Guide to Yarn Requirements"
- Learn to do the math - Watch the Video"
- Use the Knit it Now tool
00:03:03 - Use the "Knitters Guide"
00:4:58 - Watch the video
00:9:48 - Example with Radiant Cotton
00:12:20 - Use the Knit it Now Tool>
00:15:23 - NEW! Machine Knitting Terms
00:19:03 - Bias when knitting with cotton