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Reference & Conversion

Glossaries, size charts, conversion tables, and guides — the pages worth bookmarking for mid-project lookups. Looking for a calculator instead? Visit the tools page.

Knitting

Knitting Abbreviations Glossary

Every abbreviation used across the knitting library, in one place.

Knitting Needle Size Chart

US, UK, and metric needle sizes side by side.

How to Read a Knitting Pattern

Pattern structure, notation, and conventions explained.

Crochet

Crochet Abbreviations Glossary

Every abbreviation used across the crochet library, in one place.

Crochet Hook Size Chart

Letter, number, and metric hook sizes side by side.

US vs UK Crochet Terms

The single biggest source of confused crochet patterns, sorted out.

How to Read a Crochet Pattern

Pattern structure, turning chains, and US vs UK terms explained.

Amigurumi Basics Guide

Core techniques and assembly tips for crocheted toys.

Hand-Sewing

Sewing Needle Types Guide

Sharps, betweens, tapestry, and other hand-sewing needles explained.

Sewing Machine Stitch Types

What straight, zigzag, and other common machine stitches are for.

Fabric Types Guide

Wovens vs. knits, fabric weight, and fiber basics for beginners.

General Guides

Yarn Weight Guide

Lace to jumbo, with gauge and tool sizes for both crafts.

Gauge Swatch Guide

Why gauge matters, and how to swatch and measure it correctly.

Reading Stitch Charts and Symbols

Common knitting and crochet chart symbols explained.

Fixing Common Mistakes

Dropped stitches, twisted stitches, and other quick fixes.

How to Frog Your Work

Safely unraveling knitting and crochet, and when to tink instead.

Blocking Guide

Wet, steam, and spray blocking, with fiber-specific notes.