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What is pattern gauge and does it matter? 3 quick tips

You’ve heard of pattern gauge, but you don’t know if it’s important. Or, you made an item, ignored the little box with pattern gauge and now don’t know what went wrong? Does pattern gauge really matter? It often does! Read this article to find out the what, the why, & 3 quick tips. It’s worth…

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What size hook do I use? 3 ways to know

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What is the right size hook? Or, is there such a thing. Learn in this article why hook size matters and how to find your “right” size. There are 3 important things to consider. There is no one right size hook. The hook size you use depends on (1) the pattern you are using, (2)…