2. A brief introduction to materials

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Learning to knit: Which yarn is suitable for knitting beginners?

Learning to knit: Which yarn is suitable for knitting beginners?

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Learning to knit: Differences in yarn types and qualities

Yarn is diverse. The possibilities regarding the look and feel of yarns are endless. But what kinds of yarn are there anyway? How and from what materials are the different yarns made?
Basically, yarns can consist of natural fibers or synthetic fibers. Natural fiber yarns are further subdivided by their origin, as there are natural fibers of animal as well as plant origin. In addition, there is a wide variety of material blends.
What properties do the respective yarn types have? It is important to know that each material has its own peculiarities, as well as advantages and disadvantages.

Which yarn is best for beginners?

As a knitting beginner, we recommend a linear yarn with a tight twist. This has the advantage that you won't accidentally stick the knitting needle into the thread and split it. In addition, thicker yarns with a needle size of 7 - 8mm are suitable for quick knitting success. With a thicker yarn, you can see the stitches better. It's best not to choose white or black yarn for your very first project, as the stitches won't be as clearly visible. We particularly recommend our Sylt yarn. This voluminous yarn knits excellently with 7 - 8 mm needles. The blended yarn with 20% wool and 80% polyacrylic not only offers the best conditions for a durable and warming scarf – its tight twist also results in a great stitch definition. The OEKO-TEX® certified yarn is also tested for harmful substances and is therefore skin-friendly. And have you already discovered the diverse color palette? From light to medium to dark tones – the wonderful Gründl yarn shines in many shades.

Download knitting pattern and order yarn online

You can download the free pattern here and simultaneously order the matching yarn in the colors of your choice.