Comments on What To Knit When You're Expecting: Ellie

Ginger, You can substitute yarns. . . Always foll...

2009-06-23T09:36:56.307-07:00

Ginger,

You can substitute yarns. . . Always follow the needle size suggested by the yarn you are using (on the label) check with the sample you knit. Measure a 4 inch square and count the number of rows and stitches. . . for the 4 inches in each direction width is stitches per inch... and length is rows per inch. . . If you knit in the same gauge as the label says or the pattern requires. . .Great ! Otherwise simply adjust your needle sizes to match the required gauge for the number of stitches to use in the patern. I hope this helps you feel ready to substitute yarn. . .

Thanks, Nikki--that's really helpful. I am having...

2009-03-23T12:55:32.505-07:00

Thanks, Nikki--that's really helpful. I am having an easier time finding worsted weight yarns that I love--and can afford, anyway. I can't wait to start knitting!

Hmm...a DK weight might be a little on the thin si...

2009-03-23T06:42:34.034-07:00

Hmm...a DK weight might be a little on the thin side, but that might be exactly what you're looking for, if you want a kind of lacyish sweater. If you want something a little warmer, I'd go up to a light worsted or a worsted weight yarn.

Hi! I absolutely LOVE this pullover, and I am eage...

2009-03-22T18:04:31.914-07:00

Hi! I absolutely LOVE this pullover, and I am eager to try to make it. I have a question, though: I love the yarn you used, but it's a bit too pricey for my budget right now. I'm a fairly new knitter, and I've never substituted yarn for a project like this before. Can you suggest some other type of yarn? I'm wondering if you think a DK weight Superwash Merino would work? Or...? Thanks!

Thanks so much for sharing. It is a gorgeous swea...

2009-01-31T11:49:30.940-08:00

Thanks so much for sharing. It is a gorgeous sweater.

what a cute pullover! Thanks for sharing. I have...

2009-01-09T15:56:40.728-08:00

what a cute pullover! Thanks for sharing. I have so many handspun yarn that I can use for this one.

very cute and so simple! thanks for sharing.

2009-01-09T14:14:27.777-08:00

very cute and so simple! thanks for sharing.