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Guides for your yarn
Guides and inspiration for using your yarn stash, finding yarn alternatives and getting the most out of your leftover yarn.
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Yarn glossary: knitting terms explained
What does superwash mean? Why do some yarns pill more than others? Here we collect the yarn and knitting terms that most often cause confusion and explain them in plain English.
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Make the most of your yarn stash: How to get the full picture
Your stash tends to grow faster than you can keep track of it. Here's the systematic guide to yarn organisation that actually works.
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Held together: How to combine multiple strands of yarn
Knitting with two strands held together is one of the most versatile techniques in modern knitting. Here's how to find combinations that work.
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How to identify yarn without a ball band
An unknown yarn you've forgotten the name of? Here's the systematic method for identifying your mystery skeins.
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How much yarn do you need for sweaters, hats and socks?
You're about to start a new project and want to know if you have enough. Here are the typical yarn quantities for different projects.
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How Nysta finds yarn substitutions
How do we determine whether two yarns are similar enough to swap in a pattern? Here are the principles behind it.
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How to substitute yarn in a knitting pattern
The pattern recommends a specific yarn, but it's discontinued and impossible to find. Here's how to find substitutions that work.
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What do DK, Worsted and Fingering mean? A guide to yarn weights
What's the difference between DK and Worsted? Is Aran the same as Bulky? Here's the full guide to yarn weights across different systems.
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What to knit with leftover yarn: Ideas for every amount
Those small leftovers add up fast. Here are concrete project ideas based on how much yarn you actually have.