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2. List of yarns for crochet and knitting - Wikipedia

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   From sheep. Strong but scratchy, best used as an outer layer. Mohair: From goats. Lofty and luxurious. May feel scratchy, best used as an outer layer. Cashmere: From goats. Soft, luxurious, expensive. Alpaca: From alpaca (camelid).Very warm. Suitable for accessories such as scarves. Angora: From angora rabbits.Very soft, tends to shed.

3. Yarn weight - Wikipedia

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   A way of determining the weight of an unknown yarn is to use the wrapping method. This method is also used to calculate the amount of yarn needed for a project. By this method it is possible to check an unknown weight of yarn with a regular pencil and ruler [3] without unwinding the yarn. Simply slip the pencil under approximately an inch of ...

4. Illusion knitting - Wikipedia

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   The same chart will work equally well in fine or chunky yarn, though the thicker yarn will create a much bigger piece of knitting and the viewer may have to stand further back to get the best effect. Needles: The clearest images are created by knitting on needles slightly thinner than recommended for the weight of the yarn used. If the art work ...

5. Gauge (knitting) - Wikipedia

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   Yarn weight is a factor; thicker yarns with less loft overall produce larger stitches than thinner yarns (reducing the number of stitches per width and length). Larger knitting needles also produce larger stitches, giving fewer stitches and rows per inch. Changing needle size is the best way to control one's own gauge for a given pattern and yarn.

6. Amigurumi - Wikipedia

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   Amigurumi (Japanese: 編みぐるみ, lit. "crocheted or knitted stuffed toy") is the Japanese art of knitting or crocheting small, stuffed yarn creatures. The word is a compound of the Japanese words 編み ami , meaning "crocheted or knitted", and 包み kurumi , literally "wrapping", as in 縫い包み nuigurumi "(sewn) stuffed doll". [ 1 ]

7. The 10 best holiday candles to make your home smell merry and ...

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   The Nest Holiday Scented Candle is a best-seller during the winter months, and it’s perfect for burning at home or giving as a gift. It has notes of pomegranate, mandarin orange, pine, cloves ...