What is the tension for 4 ply wool?
Below, we list standard tension of classic yarns, although these may vary from manufacturer to manufacturer: 4ply yarn is 28 stitches and 36 rows, to 10 x 10 cm, over stocking stitch, using 31/4mm needles. Double knitting (DK) yarn is 22 stitches and 28 rows, to 10 x 10 cm, over stocking stitch, using 4mm needles.
Is 4 ply wool the same as DK?
Structure of a 4 ply yarn This was great and you could easily see that 2 strands of 4 ply are about the same thickness as DK, 2 strands of lace weight are about the same as 4 ply. 4 Ply is now used as a description of the thickness of the yarn regardless of its structure.
What is the tension for Aran wool?
Yarn Specifications and Gauges
| Yarn type | Approximate yardage per 50g | Tension ( assuming stocking stitch on a 10cm/4″sguare |
|---|---|---|
| 4ply | 175 metres ( 190 yards) | 28sts, 34 rows |
| Double Knitting | 110metres ( 119 yards) | 20sts, 28 rows |
| Aran | 70 metres (76 yards) | 18 sts, 22 row |
| Chunky | 55 metes (60 yards) | 14sts, 18 rows |
Can you knit a DK pattern with aran wool?
For example, it can be possible to use two strands of DK weight yarn to make a worsted/aran weight yarn, or two strands of worsted/aran to make a chunky yarn.
What size needles for 4 ply wool?
| Yarn Weight UK | Yarn Weight US | Needle Size |
|---|---|---|
| 1 ply | Lace | 1.25-3mm |
| 2 ply | Fingering | 1.25-3.5mm |
| 4 ply | Sport | 3.25-4mm |
| DK | Light Worsted | 4-5mm |
Can I knit a DK pattern in Aran?
For example, it can be possible to use two strands of DK weight yarn to make a worsted/aran weight yarn, or two strands of worsted/aran to make a chunky yarn. This can certainly be done with success, but only if you knit a swatch first.
Is 6 ply the same as DK?
6 ply sock yarns are more of a double knit (DK) weight than your typical sock yarns which tend to be like a 4 ply. 6 ply sock yarns knit up faster and give a bulkier, warmer sock.
Can I knit a DK pattern in 4 ply?
If you use DK for a 4 ply pattern it will come out bigger so, if the pattern tells you to knit for, say, 4″ or 10cms you will have to make it a bit longer to be in proportion. The easiest thing would be to try to find a pattern in DK or to buy some inexpensive 4ply yarn and use your DK yarn for something else.
What ply is Category 4 yarn?
8ply
I often use 8ply yarn when a pattern calls for yarn category 4 or worsted weight yarn and adjust my tension/stitches based on the gauge swatch.
Can you use chunky wool instead of aran?
Remember that if you substitute a yarn with 2 strands of a lighter yarn you will need double the length of yarn. So, 100m of Chunky weight yarn can be substituted with 2 strands of Aran weight yarn but you will need approx 200m of the Aran weight yarn.