For Knitters/Crocheters with knowledge of yarns U.S. and UK?
I am following crochet patterns from American patterns and would like to know the weight of yarns comparable between the two countries. For example: Double knitting, Aran weight, Chunky, 4ply.
The American equivalent to these please. Many Thanks.
Here is a good link. Just scroll down until you find what you are looking for.
KNIT THIS HOODIE CAPELET IN ARAN
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Great American Aran Afghan $9.23 XRX BOOKS-This book features 24 winning squares by 24 knitters. Combine 20 squares for a throw and pair the additional 4 into accent pillows. All the information to complete the project is in this convenient booklet, including a Knitter’s School to introduce new techniques and review familiar ones. Paperback: 61 pages… |
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Comfort Knitting and Crochet: Afghans: More Than 50 Beautiful, Affordable Designs Featuring Berroco’s Comfort Yarn $8.99 Comfort Knitting and Crochet Afghans includes more than 50 beautiful, affordable afghan and throw designs made with Berroco Comfort yarn?an affordable, ultra-soft acrylic/nylon blend?and designed by the Berroco team, headed by Norah Gaughan. The book includes something for everyone: The designs range from ultra-modern to traditional, from spare to embellished, and are inspired by sources as varied… |
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Traditional Aran Knitting (Dover Knitting, Crochet, Tatting, Lace) $8.49 Prized around the world in the form of the “Irish fisherman’s sweater,” Aran knitting features distinctive, highly textured patterns of cables and ropes. Suitable for novices as well as for experienced knitters, this guide offers more than 20 patterns, illustrated by 117 close-up photographs: traditional fisherman’s sweater; family sweater, cardigans, and more…. |
