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Does anyone have any patterns for crocheting ladies XL size sweaters using baby yarn? I have a ton of baby yarn left over from past projects and I just know it'd work up into a gorgeous sweater for me if I could just find a pattern.
By Cricket from Parkton, NC
Since this yarn is fine, twist several yarns together to create a heavier yarn more suited to the adult sizes, and create a beautiful blended color.
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Does anyone have any patterns for adult size (XL) sweaters using baby yarn? I've made shawls, but want a sweater made from it.
By Cricket from Parkton, NC
There are basically 2 weights of baby yarn. One is called "sport weight" and the other is called "fine". Regular thickness yarn is called "worsted weight" and the thicker yarns are called "bulky weight" or "extra bulky". You'll need to know what weight your yarn is before you can look for a pattern. Once you know what size your baby yarn is (by thickness) you can then search for a pattern using the yarn weight.
Here are 4 great information charts:
Yarn weight by class:
lionbrand.com
Understanding yarn weights:
knitting.about.com
If you are still undecided, you can also decide what weight the yarn is by the size of needles they ask for:
Yarn weights, gauges, and hook/needle sizes:
(you can determine your yarn weight by needle size here)
members.tripod.com
Determining yarn weight:
maggiesrags.com
* One of the best places to search is for nice sweater patterns is "freepatterns.com".
You didn't say if you're a beginner or more advanced knitter. Also, you didn't say if you wanted a "pull over" or a "cardigan". Can you give us more info?
I love using baby yarn for adult projects! I especially love the shiny-nubby yarn in white or dark blue. It has a very classy and adult look.
bernat.com (04/27/2009)
By Cyinda
You can also visit the sweater pattern generator, free online at knittingfool.com. If you enter your measurements, your yarn gauge and needle size, it will calculate the directions for a basic raglan, drop-sleeve or set-in sleeve pullover. (04/29/2009)
By Shay Simmons
