Needle and gauge

The correct needle size and gauge are crucial for the garment to have the correct measurements.

What is knitting gauge?

The number of stitches and rows per 10 x 10 cm. This determines the size of the garment.

How to knit a swatched sample

Cast on at least 20 stitches and knit approx. 15 cm. Measure in the middle of the swatch without stretching it.

If you have too many stitches

Go up in needle size.

If you have too few stitches

Go down in needle size.

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