Size 8 knitting needle patterns

If you know even the slightest bit about knitting or crochet, you’re most likely familiar with worsted weight yarn. Also known as ‘afghan,’ ‘aran,’ or simply ‘medium,’ this seemingly do-it-all weight of yarn can be used for a variety of projects. This yarn is easy to work with and knits up quickly without too much bulk. But exactly what is this weight of yarn and why is it almost every yarn enthusiast’s old standby? We break it down for you below.

Blanket Knitting Pattern: Touch of Kindness blanket knitting pattern design features an easy to knit 10-row repeat stitch pattern that creates an all-over triangle design. It's reversible! Six blanket sizes…including baby blanket, throw and afghan. I used Blue Sky Fiber's Spud & Chloe 'Sweater

Confused about knitting needle size to use for your project? Here's a quick guide in choosing knitting needle sizes to help you understand which knitting needle size is best suitable for your yarn in hand and your knitting pattern. This guide is ideal for beginner knitters who are shopping for their first knitting needles. | For more free knitting tips visit learnknittingonline.com #knittingneedlesizechart #knittingforbeginners

Knitting in the round is essential for going beyond the basics. You might think that it’s scary or complicated, but that couldn’t be further from the truth! Knitting in the round is one of the easiest techniques to master. And here’s the good news: once you learn it, you probably won’t want to go back […]

This pattern goes back to basics for a beautiful, classic knit beanie. This gender-neutral look is great for beginners and advanced knitters alike. Materials 125 yards of weight 5 (bulk) yarn. I used Red Heart Soft Essentials for the beanies pictured in this pattern. 5mm (US size 8) circular knitting needles. OPTIONAL: 5mm (US sizeRead More

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Knitting needle sizes can be confusing. That’s because different countries have different ways of numbering their knitting needles. To help you decipher the world of knitting needle sizes, refer to the charts below! Knitting Needle Sizes Chart for US and UK This knitting needle size conversion chart compares knitting needles in the US and UK, […]

Find out how to choose the size of your needles based on yarn weight and convert needle sizes between different measurement systems.

Wondering how to convert knitting needle sizes? Grab this simple knitting needle conversion chart to understand various terms for knitting needle sizes!

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