Hand knitting tension and needle size – What is the recommended tension and needle size for your Aran and Double Knitting yarns?
Aran – 18 stitches and 24 rows to 10 cm (4 inches) on a 5 mm needle (UK size). Double Knitting – 22 stitches and 30 rows to 10 cm (4 inches) on a 4 mm needle (UK Size). We always recommend that you do a sample first to check your tension, as all hand knitters have a different tension. Remember, knitting is a learning adventure; the more you knit the better knitter you will become. Create the garments of your dreams while creating the learning experiences that make you a better knitter. We all learn by making mistakes and correcting them. So don’t be discouraged when you find a mistake, think of it as a learning adventure!
