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  2. List of yarns for crochet and knitting - Wikipedia

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    Depending on the exact yarn weight and the gauge of the knitter or crocheter and how tight or loose the yarn is held, the gauge listed below can vary.The type of yarn can also affect the look of the item, so if it’s thicker yarn the item will look bulkier compared to yarn that is thinner. For this reason it is important to check the gauge of ...

  3. Novelty yarns - Wikipedia

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    Eisengarn, meaning "iron yarn" in English, is a light-reflecting, strong, waxed-cotton thread. It is made by soaking cotton threads in a starch, paraffin wax solution. The threads are then stretched and polished. The result of the process is a lustrous, tear-resistant yarn which is extremely hardwearing. [1] [2]

  4. 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 ...

  5. Units of textile measurement - Wikipedia

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    Given the linear density and weight the yarn length can be calculated; for example: l/m = 1693 × l m /Nec × m/kg, where l/m is the yarn length in metres, l m /Nec is the English cotton count and m/kg is the yarn weight in kilograms. The following length units are defined. Bundle: usually 10 lb (4.5 kg)

  6. Yarn - Wikipedia

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    The Craft Yarn Council of America promotes a standardized industry system for measuring yarn weight, where weights are numbered from 0 (finest) to 7 (thickest). [31] Each weight can be described by a number and name: Size 0 yarn is called Lace, size 1 is Super Fine, size 2 is Fine, size 3 is Light, size 4 is Medium, size 5 is Bulky, size 6 is ...

  7. Dietitians debunk 7 myths about nuts, including concerns over ...

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    Myth #2: Nuts lead to weight gain since they’re high in calories. It’s true that nuts are more calorie dense than many foods. For example, an ounce of almonds contains about 165 calories ...

  8. Pistachio - Wikipedia

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    The shell of the pistachio is naturally a beige color, but it may be dyed red or green in commercial pistachios. Originally, dye was applied to hide stains on the shells caused when the nuts were picked by hand. [50] In the 21st century, most pistachios are harvested by machine and the shells remain unstained. [50]

  9. Are Pistachios Good for You? Their Nutrition, Calories, and ...

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    Pistachios are lower in calories per serving than other nuts such as Brazil nuts, pecans, and macadamia nuts. If that’s important to you, it means you can eat around 49 pistachios (159 calories ...