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Gauge Comparison

Small Difference, Big Impact

See how a small gauge difference can add or subtract inches from your project.

e.g., cast-on stitches or chest width stitches

Knitting machine tension dial guide showing that smaller tension numbers create tighter fabric and larger tension numbers create looser fabric.
Need help adjusting your tension?

Gauge doesn't match?

  • Too many stitches? Your fabric is too tight. Turn the tension dial to a higher number.
  • Too few stitches? Your fabric is too loose. Turn the tension dial to a lower number.
Always knit and measure a before starting your project.