Sparrow Organic Linen Swatch

Knitting a swatch in the fabulous Sparrow organic linen from Quince and Co. Planning for a summer shrug, maybe Wispy.

Swatch for Scandi Work’s Marit

Melissa’s swatch for Scandi Work’s Marit in Tukuwool.

Quince and Co Chickadee Organic Heather Swatch

Quince and Co Chickadee Organic Heather, swatched for Yana Lite. This is a very special yarn, soft, springy and full of life. Our swatch is perfect on gauge at 24 st/4” on 3.25 mm needles.

Eritml’s Haiyuk in Lichen and Lace Rustic Heather

For those who are sensitive to mohair, another idea for Eritml’s Haiyuki: Lichen and Lace Rustic Heather In Beet (MC) and Nutmeg (CC) held together with Shibui Pebble!

Swatching Studio Donegal’s Darnie

Swatching with Studio Donegal’s Darnie, our newest yarn. Can hardly wait for this tweedy Irish wool to arrive. It’s in the mail! We’re getting a light and airy fabric with beautiful stitch definition on 3.5mm needles. 24 sts/4” washed and blocked.

Swatching with New Holst Garn 2.5 mm

Swatching with the new Holst Garn Coast, 2.5 mm Addi's.

Recipe for Success

Ready to embark on a sweater project? Here is our recipe for success.

Swatching with Moeke

FAQ: Why do I have to knit a swatch?

Getting Good with Gauge

1. Find the gauge (it might be called tension) and needle size suggested in your pattern or on the yarn ball-band.