Search Results for: Yarn of carded wool
yarn is a textile commonly made of either animal-based fibers (sheep's wool, mohair, angora), plant-based fibers (cotton, hemp, silk), or synthetic fibers (polyester, nylon, rayon). these interlocked fibers (referred to as plies) are spun together into thicker strands. the number of plies (for example
, a single-ply yarn or two-ply yarn) will affect the drape, stitch definition, and general feel of the yarn. the ply count factors into the following categories: weight categories category : lace (approximate equivalent of ply) this is the lightest weight of yarn used for making doilies and other lovely...
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