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Old 02-27-2009, 12:35 AM   #1
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Swatch for gauge help
OK. So I am sure this has already been asked here but I can't find it, so I am going to ask it again! Can someone please, please, please explain the gauge thing? I understand it when you are using the yarn suggested in the pattern, but what if you are using a yarn different from the one suggested? How do you figure out if its on target? I have been knitting for while but have never been one to do swatches as it hasn't really been necessary. Now it is and I am confused!
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Old 02-27-2009, 12:48 AM   #2
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It's especially useful when you're NOT using the yarn in the pattern. Start with your yarn and the needle size as given in the pattern. CO about 6-10 sts more than used in the gauge. This is because edge sts aren't the same size and tend to curl under so you want some extra in order to measure 4" across the middle of the piece. If you have more sts per 4&quo