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03-22-2014, 03:19 PM #1
standard size needle?
When knitting dishclothes and the pattern doesn't mention needle size, is there a given size to use?
Thank you.
Robyn
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03-22-2014, 03:52 PM #2
Hi Robyn, I am assuming that you are using a cotton or cotton mix yarn in wosted weight? If so, I would recommend a 5mm to 5.5 mm knitting needle for dishcloths. If you prefer a slightly thicker look, you could use a 6mm knitting needle. I hope this helps you!
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03-22-2014, 06:05 PM #3
Determined,
Yes, that does help. My first attempt at knitting....now I know what size needle to use...off to knit...picture to come later.
Thank you.
Robyn
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03-22-2014, 09:21 PM #4
Hi Robyn, glad I could help! I am a Continental style knitter and I crochet. When I knit, I hold the yarn in my left hand, as with crochet. A great video tutorial website for both Continental and English style knitting is: How to Knit | KnittingHelp.com
Have a wonderful day!
--- Sharon
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03-23-2014, 02:29 AM #5
I use #30 thread and 0.7 mm hook. It works
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03-23-2014, 05:30 AM #6
Good MorningDetermined,
I have seen that on youtube and my newly acquired mother-in-law knits both ways. I am slowly teaching myself to continental knit and I emphasize the word slowly. I would like to master it so I can use this way of knitting to make myself my first sweater.
Rob
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03-23-2014, 08:34 AM #7