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Check out our latest episode of A Little Knitty Podcast SHOW NOTES Maribel Projects Absolute Garbage Water Cross Stitch Pattern: https://ko-fi.com/s/613a82008e From the Show Ted Lasso DRK Everyday Socks: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/drk-everyday-socks Yarn From Rainier Roses: https://www.rainierroses.com/products/february-2026-sock-set?variant=45251326345395 Half and Half Socks - Free Pattern: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/half--half-4 Yarn from Rainier Roses: https://www.rainierroses.com/products/march-2026-sock-set?variant=45303694196915 Northwoods V Neck Pattern: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/northwoods-v-neck Maribel’s Project Page: https://www.ravelry.com/projects/RainierRoses/northwoods-v-neck Jen Mentions Vanilla is the new black sock: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/vanilla-is-the-new-black Jen’s Finished Object - Octopus - Crochet pattern created out of her head. Travel Knitting… Henness Shawl: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library...

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I was talking with a new knitter recently, who was trying to understand yarn weights, and the names given to them, like DK and worsted etc. Making matters more confusing is other countries might use different names, like 8-ply or 4-ply. Some of these names meant something at the time, but over the years have come to mean something else or taken on more than what was originally intended. I, for one, am glad the yarn industry is trying to standardize yarn weights, and I think using the number system is a better way to label the different weights. But it is fun to learn how some of these names came to be. Worsted weight yarn, also known as yarn weight 4, is sort of the most well-known weight, or the one most commonly used. But why do we call it Worsted? It’s named after the town of Worstead, England where this yarn was first produced. Worsted is also a term used for the spinning technique used to make some worsted wool. In the shop, an example of a worsted yarn is Woolstok . I made a swea...

  Crochet Beautiful Sweaters for Every Shape with Simple, Stunning Stitchwork Create the crochet wardrobe of your dreams with this collection of classic pieces that are effortlessly stylish. Janine Myska, the designer behind Knits ‘N Knots, has created 20 gorgeous, brand-new sweater patterns that focus on style, fit and comfort, including helpful customization tips so you can tailor each garment to your unique proportions. With Janine’s keen eye for detail, strong commitment to size diversity and clear, concise instruction, crocheters of every skill level and body type can craft the timeless sweaters they’ve always longed for. Experiment with color in the Fifty Below Color Block Pullover or Mountain Peaks striped cardigan. Bundle up in the Infinite Prairies Poncho or let your playful side show with the Champagne Glow Single-Sleeve Sweater. Dress the December Romance Sweater Dress up for a date night out or down for a casual weekend brunch―either way, you’re sure to tur...

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