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2. Yarn weight - Wikipedia

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   Changing yarn weight or needle size can have a significant impact on the finished project, so standardized systems have been spread about, as well as conversion systems for regional standards (especially needle sizes). [1] Yarn weight is important in achieving the correct gauge or tension for a particular project and can help with yarn ...

3. Sewing machine needle - Wikipedia

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   Needle has distinct "wings" on either side of the eye which hold the fabric open. Often used on hems and borders, and for decorative finishing. A larger size needle will leave a larger hole in the final piece of sewn fabric. Leather: These have a distinct triangular point to help the needle make a large, clean hole in non-woven materials like ...

4. Sewing needle - Wikipedia

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   Needles used for hand sewing [clarification needed] Thread through the eye of a No.5 sharp needle. Hand-sewing needles come in a variety of types/classes designed according to their intended use. With each type also varying in size. [3] Sharp needles: used for general hand sewing; built with a sharp point, a round eye, and are of medium length.

5. Knitting needle - Wikipedia

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   Needles with their size in mm. In the UK, the metric system is used. Previously, needles 'numbers' were the Standard Wire Gauge designation of the wire from which metal needles were made. The origin of the numbering system is uncertain but it is thought that needle numbers were based on the number of increasingly fine dies that the wire had to ...

6. Yarn - Wikipedia

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   The manufacturer's recommended knitting gauge appears on the label: 5 to 7 stitches per inch using size 4.5 to 5.1 mm needles. The bottom skein is sock weight, specifically for knitting socks. Recommended gauge: 8 to 10 stitches per inch, using size 3.6 to 4.2 mm needles. Spool of all purpose sewing thread.

7. Needle length for vaccines should vary based on weight. You ...

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   While the standard needle size for vaccination is 1 inch, it's recommended that women over 200 lbs. and men over 260 lbs. get shots with 1.5-inch needles. (Getty Images) (Nicolae Toma / 500px via ...