EPISODE · Apr 22, 2025 · 20 MIN
#85 // Beginner’s Guide to yarn labels: How to pick the right yarn and what to look for
Links mentioned: Free guide: 3 Things You Need to Start Knitting → www.theknittingmamas.com/start Join the free Facebook community → www.theknittingmamas.com/community If you’ve ever picked up a ball of yarn and felt overwhelmed by the label—this one’s for you. I’m breaking down the key parts of a yarn label in simple, beginner-friendly terms and sharing my #1 yarn recommendation for new knitters. Inside this episode: What to look for on a yarn label (without overthinking it) Why Category 5 bulky yarn is a beginner’s best friend How to match your needles to your yarn What happened when I didn’t follow any of this advice on my first project The easiest way to feel confident in the yarn aisle
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Links mentioned: Free guide: 3 Things You Need to Start Knitting → www.theknittingmamas.com/start Join the free Facebook community → www.theknittingmamas.com/community If you’ve ever picked up a ball of yarn and felt overwhelmed by the label—this one’s for you. I’m breaking down the key parts of a yarn label in simple, beginner-friendly terms and sharing my #1 yarn recommendation for new knitters. Inside this episode: What to look for on a yarn label (without overthinking it) Why Category 5 bulky yarn is a beginner’s best friend How to match your needles to your yarn What happened when I didn’t follow any of this advice on my first project The easiest way to feel confident in the yarn aisle
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#85 // Beginner’s Guide to yarn labels: How to pick the right yarn and what to look for
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