Episode 152 - Knits and yarn labels

In this episode, we continue the conversation about yarn labels and how to use the information given on a label. Very few of us use the recommended yarn for a pattern with every project, so at some point, we all find ourselves looking for substitutions. Though often considered part of the fun of starting a new project, it can also be fraught with indecision when faced with an unknown fiber or unknown gauge. We hope to share a few tips for success, and hope you will share some of your tips with us as well. The discussion can be found in the episode thread for our Ravelry group here. Please join us!

What are we wearing?
Pure Joy by Joji Locatelli
Sharlene's Pure Joy
Outing Shawl by Irene Lin
Gayle's Outing Shawl

What are we stalking?
Flaum by Justyna Lorkowska
Aden by Ankestrick
Lila Top Down by Carrie Bostick Hoge
Lila by Carrie Bostick Hoge
Lila Light by Carrie Bostick Hoge
Grey Morlaix by Regina Moessmer
Pei by Michele Wang
Rye/Ruista ranteeseen by Hanne Katajamäki
Saratoga Shawl by Carolyn Greenwood

What are we knitting?
Ginga Top by Yoko Johnston
Divvy by Jumper Cables
Annulaire by Hilary Smith Callis
Yoga Shawl by Andrea Mowry
Clio by Elizabeth Doherty
Bankhead by Susie Gourlay
Peeping Cowl by Joji Locatelli

What have we finished?
Little Black Shawl by Laura Aylor
Sharlene's Little Grey Shawl
Purl Ridge Scarf by Stephen West
Thank You Hat-Big Rib Hat by Purl Soho
Aloft by Kristen Finlay

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Episode 151 - Yarn on the Train

What are we wearing?
Pebble Beach Shawl by Helen Stewart
Marklee by Elizabeth Doherty

What are we stalking?
Spring To It Cowl by Kristin Finlay
Op Art Shawl by Sonja Bargielowska
Painting by Katrin Schneider
Beloved Berlin by Isabell Kraemer
Comfort Fade Cardi by Andrea Mowry
Birds of a Feather by Andrea Mowry
All Points South by Casapinka
Enchanted Forest Pool by Jenn Sheelen

Thank-you Infinite Twist for sponsoring this episode!

What are we knitting?
Little Black Shawl by Laura Aylor
Ginga Top by Yoko Johnston
Annulaire by Hilary Smith Callis
Yoga Shawl by Andrea Mowry

What have we finished?
Sockhead Cowl by Kelly McClure
Sharlene's Sockhead
Nube from Malabrigo
Purlbreak by Stephen West
Gayle's Purlbreak
Sleep Season Slouch by Rose Bloom
Gayle's Sleep Slouch
The Big Hat by Davina Choi
Gayle's Big Hats

We discuss yarn labels and how understanding yarn labels is the first step towards substituting yarns. If you have questions or want to discuss yarn labels, join us in the episode discussion thread on Ravelry.

Laundering and dry cleaning symbols
Craft Council's yarn weight system

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