"S Viemeister" > wrote in message
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> On 12/26/2012 10:50 AM, Ophelia wrote:
>> Sheila do you have any idea what the difference is between 'double
>> knitting' wool and 'worsted'? I am hoping not a lot because daughter
>> wants to knit her a hat and the pattern says 'worsted'.
>>
> Most UK double knitting I've used, is just a bit thinner than most US
> 'worsted'. Just make a sample, and see if you like the texture at the
> recommended gauge. I sometimes find I need to use the next-size needle
> when substituting one for the other.

I'll do that I just needed to know if there was a huge difference Many
thanks

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