Yarn Crafter

references for knitters and crocheters

Yarn Crafter is the ultimate reference guide for knitters and crocheters. Features include how-to videos and slideshows, a yarn weight chart, hook and needle size charts, yarn care instructions, calculators, and more:

* general instructions on how to read patterns for both crocheters and knitters

* needle and hook information, including pattern gauge, how different needle and hook materials can affect your project and technique, and size charts

* knitting and crochet stitch library photos and instructions (for example: bobble, granny rows, shell, and more for crochet; basketweave, stockinette, ribbing and more for knitting)

* common knitting and crochet abbreviations along with a growing list of tutorials (both video and slideshow)

* yarn weight chart

* information on the characteristics of the different types of yarn fibers and what works best for a given project

* yarn care instructions symbol chart

* project yardage chart

* unit conversion calculator (yards/meters, inches/centimeters, inches/millimeters, and ounces/grams)

* gauge calculator

* yarn substitution calculator

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