Standards & Guidelines For Knitting And Crochet

Standards & Guidelines For Crochet and Knitting YarnStandards.com Standard Body Measurements/Sizing Fit Chart Most crochet and knitting pattern instructions will provide general sizing information, such as the chest or bust measurements of a completed garment. Many patterns also include detailed schematics or line drawings. These drawings show specific garment measurements (bust/chest, neckline, back, waist, sleeve length, etc.) in all the different pattern sizes. To insure proper fit, always review all of the sizing information provided in a pattern before you begin. Very-close fitting: Actual chest/bust measurement or less Close-fitting: 1–2"/2.5–5cm Standard-fitting: 2–4"/5–10cm Loose-fitting: 4–6"/10–15cm Oversized: 6"/15cm or more The Length Chart provides average lengths for children’s, women’s and men’s garments. Following are several sizing charts. These charts show Chest, Center Back Neck-to-Cuff, Back Waist Length, Cross Back, Sleeve Length, Upper Arm, Armhole Depth, Waist and Hip. THESE ARE ACTUAL BODY MEASUREMENTS FOR BABIES, CHILDREN, WOMEN, and MEN in both inches and centimeters. When sizing sweaters, the fit is based on actual chest/bust measurements, plus ease (additional inches or centimeters). The chart entitled “Fit” recommends the amount of ease to add to body measurements if you prefer a close-fitting garment, an oversized garment, or something in-between. Both the FIT and LENGTH charts are simply guidelines. For individual body differences, changes can be made in body and sleeve lengths when appropriate. However, consideration must be given to the project pattern. Certain sizing changes may alter the appearance of a garment. Length Chart Waist Length Hip Length Tunic Length Child Actual body measurement 2"/5cm down from waist 6"/15cm down from waist Woman Actual body measurement 6"/15cm down from waist 11"/28cm down from waist Men Men’s length usually varies only 1–2"/2.5–5cm from the actual “back hip length” measurement (see Man Size Chart, p 9.) 4

Standards & Guidelines For Crochet and Knitting YarnStandards.com How to Measure 1. Chest/Bust —Measure around the fullest part of the chest/bust. Do not draw the tape too tightly. 2. Center Back Neck–to-Cuff— With arm slightly bent, measure from back base of neck across shoulder around bend of elbow to wrist. 3. Back Waist Length—Measure from the most prominent bone at base of neck to the natural waistline. 4. Cross Back—Measure from shoulder to shoulder. 5. Sleeve Length—With arm slightly bent, measure from armpit to cuff. 6. Upper Arm—Measure around the widest section of the upper arm located above the elbow. 7. Armhole Depth—Measure from the top outside edge of the shoulder down to the armpit. 8. Waist—Measure your waist at the smaller circumference of your natural waist, usually just above the belly button. 9. Hip—Measure at the widest part of your lower hip. 10. Head—For an accurate head measure, place a tape measure across the forehead and measure around the full circumference of the head. Keep the tape snug for accurate results. 11b. Sock Height—To determine the height of the sock, measure from where you start to turn for the heel shaping to the top of the sock. 11. Sock Measurements—The following measurements are for crew-style or dress socks, which usually come several inches above the ankle and below the calf. 11c. Total Foot Length—To measure the total length of your foot, place a ruler or tape measure on the floor. Position the back of your heel at the beginning of the tape and the measure to your longest toe. 11a. Foot Circumference—To determine the foot circumference, measure around the widest part of your foot. 5

Standards & Guidelines For Crochet and Knitting YarnStandards.com Size Charts Baby’s size Baby 1. Chest (in.) 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. (cm.) Center Back Neck-to-Cuff Back Waist Length Cross Back (Shoulder to shoulder) Sleeve Length to Underarm Upper arm 7. Armhole depth 8. Waist 9. Hips Child Child size 1. Chest (in.) (cm.) 2. Center Back Neck-to-Cuff 3. Back Waist Length 4. Cross Back (Shoulder to shoulder) 5. SleeveLength to Underarm 6. Upperarm 7. Armhole depth 8. Waist 9. Hips 3 months 6 months 12 months 18 months 24 months 16 17 18 19 20 40.5 43 45.5 48 50.5 111 2 121 2 14 18 101 2 26.5 29 31.5 35.5 45.5 1 8 81 2 6 7 7 2 15.5 17.5 19 20.5 21.5 1 3 1 1 7 4 8 4 8 2 83 4 7 4 18.5 19.5 21 21.5 22 6 15.5 51 2 14 31 4 8.5 18 45.5 19 48 61 2 16.5 6 15.5 31 2 9 19 48 20 50.5 71 2 19 61 2 16.5 33 4 9.5 20 50.5 20 50.5 8 20.5 7 17.5 4 10 201 2 52 21 53.5 81 2 21.5 71 2 19 41 4 10.5 21 53.5 22 56 2 21 53 18 45.5 81 2 21.5 91 4 23.5 4 23 58.5 191 2 49.5 91 2 24 93 4 25 6 25 63.5 201 2 52 101 2 26.5 101 4 26 8 261 2 67 22 56 121 2 31.5 103 4 27 10 28 71 24 61 14 35.5 111 4 28.5 81 2 21.5 7 17.5 41 4 10.5 21 53.5 22 56 101 2 26.5 71 2 19 43 4 12 211 2 54.5 231 2 59.5 111 2 29 8 20.5 5 12.5 22½ 57 25 63.5 121 2 31.5 81 2 21.5 51 2 14 231 2 59.5 28 71 131 2 34.5 83 4 22 6 15.5 241 2 62 291 2 75 6

Standards & Guidelines For Crochet and Knitting YarnStandards.com Youth Youth size 1. Chest (in.) (cm.) 2. Center Back Neck-to-Cuff 3. Back Waist Length 4. Cross Back (Shoulder to Shoulder) 5. Sleeve Length to Underarm 6. Upper arm 7. Armhole depth 8. Waist 9. Hips 12 30 76 26 66 15 38 12 30.5 14 311 2 80 27 68.5 151 2 39.5 121 4 31 16 321 2 82.5 28 71 16 40.5 13 33 15 38 9 23 61 2 16.5 25 63.5 311 2 80 16 40.5 91 4 23.5 7 17.5 26½ 67.5 33 83.5 161 2 42 91 2 24 7 1 2 19 27 1 2 69.5 351 2 90 7

Standards & Guidelines For Crochet and Knitting YarnStandards.com Woman Woman’s size X-Small Small Medium Large 1. Bust (in.) 28–30 32–34 36–38 40–42 (cm.) 71–76 81–86 91.5–96.5 101.5–106.5 28–281 2 29–291 2 30–301 2 2. Center Back 27–271 2 Neck-to-Cuff 68.5–70 71–72.5 73.5–75 76–77.5 1 1 17 17 4 17 1 2 3. Back Waist 16 2 Length 42 43 43.5 44.5 1 1 1 14 2–15 16–16 2 17–17 1 2 4. Cross Back 14–14 2 (Shoulder to 35.5–37 37–38 40.5–42 43–44.5 Shoulder) 17 17 17 1 2 5. Sleeve Length 161 2 to Underarm 42 43 43 44.5 3 1 10 4 11 12 6. Upper arm 9 4 25 26 28 30.5 1 1 1 6 2–7 7–7 2 7 1 2–8 7. Armhole 6–6 2 depth 15.5–16.5 16.5–17.5 17.5–19 19–20.5 1 28–30 32–34 8. Waist 23–24 25–26 2 58.5–61 63.5–67.5 71–76 81.5–86.5 9. Hips 33–34 35–36 38–40 42–44 83.5–86 89–91.5 96.5–101.5 106.5–111.5 Woman’s (cont.) 1X 2X 3X 1. Bust (in.) 44–46 48–50 52–54 (cm.) 111.5–117 122–127 132–137 311 2–32 321 2–33 2. Center Back 31–311 2 Neck-to-Cuff 78.5–80 80–81.5 82.5–84 3 18 18 3. Back Waist 17 4 Length 45 45.5 45.5 1 18 18 4. Cross Back 17 2 (Shoulder to 44.5 45.5 45.5 Shoulder) 18 18 5. Sleeve Length 171 2 to Underarm 44.5 45.5 45.5 1 1 15 2 17 6. Upper arm 13 2 34.5 39.5 43 1 1 8 2–9 9–91 2 7. Armhole 8–8 2 depth 20.5–21.5 21.5–23 23–24 8. Waist 36–38 40–42 44–45 91.5–96.5 101.5–106.5 111.5–114 9. Hips 46–48 52–53 54–55 116.5–122 132–134.5 137–139.5 8 4X 56–58 142–147 321 2–33 82.5–84 181 2 47 181 2 47 5X 60–62 152–158 33–331 2 84–85 181 2 47 181 2 47 181 2 181 2 47 47 1 18 2 191 2 47 49.5 1 9 2–10 10–101 2 24–25.5 25.5–26.5 46–47 49–50 116.5–119 124–127 56–57 61–62 142–144.5 155–157

Standards & Guidelines For Crochet and Knitting YarnStandards.com Man Man’s Size 1. Chest (in.) (cm.) 2. Center Back Neck-to-Cuff 3. Back Hip Length 4. Cross Back (Shoulder to Shoulder) 5. Sleeve Length to Underarm 6. Upper arm 7. Armhole depth 8. Waist 9. Hips Head Refer to p. 5 for diagram. Small Medium Large X-Large XX-Large 34–36 38–40 42–44 46–48 50–52 86–91.5 96.5–101.5 106.5–111.5 116.5–122 127–132 33–331 2 34–341 2 35–351 2 36–361 2 32–321 2 81–82.5 83.5–85 86.5–87.5 89–90 91.5–92.5 1 1 3 1 1 3 27 2–27 4 28–281 2 25–25 2 26 2–26 4 27–27 4 63.5–64.5 67.5–68 68.5–69 69.5–70.5 71–72.5 161 2–17 171 2–18 18–181 2 181 2–19 151 2–16 39.5–40.5 42–43 44.5–45.5 45.5–47 47–48 18 45.5 12 30.5 8½–9 21.5–23 28–30 71–76 35–37 89–94 191 2 181 2 47 49.5 13 15 33 38 1 1 9 2–10 9–9 2 23–24 24–25.5 32–34 36–38 81.5–86.5 91.5–96.5 39–41 43–45 99–104 109–114 Head Circumference Chart Infant/Child Premie Baby Toddler 6. Circumference (in.) 12 14 16 (cm.) 30.5 35.5 40.5 20 50.5 16 40.5 10–101 2 25.5–26 42–44 106.5–112 47–49 119–124.5 Child 18 45.5 201 2 52 17 43 1 10 2–11 26.5–28 46–48 117–122 51–53 129–134 Adult Woman Man 21 53 23 58.5 For an accurate head measure, place a tape measure across the forehead and measure around the full circumference of the head. Keep the tape snug for accurate results. 9

Standards & Guidelines For Crochet and Knitting YarnStandards.com Foot Refer to p. 5 for diagram. Infants & Child Shoe Size Chart Child’s size 0–4 4–8 (U.S. sizes) Sock Size 4–5 5–61 2 (U.S. sizes) Ages 6–12 mo. 11a. Foot Circum. (in.) 4 1 2 (cm.) 11 11b. Sock Height 21 2 6.5 1c. Total Foot 4 Length 10 Woman Shoe Size Chart Women’s size 3–6 (U.S. sizes) Sock Size 7–9 (U.S. sizes) 11a. Foot Circum. (in.) 7 (cm.) 17.5 11b. Sock Height 61 2 6.5 11c. Total Foot 9 Length 23 Man Shoe Size Chart Man size 6–8 (U.S. sizes) Sock Size 10 (U.S. sizes) 11a. Foot Circum. (in.) 7 (cm.) 17.5 11b. Sock Height 7 17.5 11c. Total Foot 91 2 Length 24 7–11 10–2 2–6 6–71 2 7–8½ 8–91 2 1–3 y. 5 1 2 14 31 2 9 5 13 3–5 y. 6 15.5 41 2 11.5 6 15.5 5–9 y. 6 1 2 16.5 51 2 14 71 2 19 7–13 y. 7 17.5 61 2 16.5 8 20.5 6–9 8–12 9–11 10–12 8 20.5 7 17.5 10 25.5 9 23 71 2 19 11 28 81 2 –10 101 2 –12 121 2 –14 11 12 14 8 20.5 7 1 2 19 101 2 26.5 9 23 8 20.5 11 28 10 25.5 81 2 21.5 111 2 29 10

Standards & Guidelines For Crochet and Knitting YarnStandards.com Standard Yarn Weight System Categories of yarn, gauge ranges, and recommended needle and hook sizes Yarn Weight Symbol & Category Names Type of Yarns in Category Fingering, 10 count crochet thread Sock, Fingering, Baby Sport, Baby DK, Light Worsted Worsted, Afghan, Aran Chunky, Craft, Rug Bulky, Roving Jumbo, Roving Knit Gauge Range* in Stockinette Stitch to 4 inches 33–40** sts 27–32 sts 23–26 sts 21–24 sts 16–20 sts 12–15 sts 7–11 sts 6 sts and fewer Recommended Needle in Metric Size Range 1.5–2.25 mm 2.25–3.25 mm 3.25–3.75 mm 3.75–4.5 mm 4.5–5.5 mm 5.5–8 mm 8–12.75 mm 12.75 mm and larger Recommended Needle U.S. Size Range 000 to 1 1 to 3 3 to 5 5 to 7 7 to 9 9 to 11 11 to 17 17 and larger Crochet Gauge*Ranges in Single Crochet to 4 inch 32–42 double crochets** 21–32 sts 16–20 sts 12–17 sts 11–14 sts 8–11 sts 7–9 sts 6 sts and fewer 2.25–3.25 mm 3.5–4.5 mm 4.5–5.5 mm 5.5–6.5mm 6.5–9 mm 9–15 mm 15 mm and larger B–1 to E–4 E–4 to 7 7 to I–9 I–9 to K–10 1 2 K–10 1 2 to M-13 M-13 to Q Q and larger Steel*** Recommended 1.6–1.4 mm Hook in Metric Regular hook Size Range 2.25 mm Recommended Hook U.S. Size Range Steel*** 6, 7, 8 Regular hook B–1 * GUIDELINES ONLY: The above reflect the most commonly used gauges and needle or hook sizes for specific yarn categories. ** Lace weight yarns are usually knitted or crocheted on larger needles and hooks to create lacy, openwork patterns. Accordingly, a gauge range is difficult to determine. Always follow the gauge stated in your pattern. *** Steel crochet hooks are sized differently from regular hooks--the higher the number, the smaller the hook, which is the reverse of regular hook sizing. This Standards & Guidelines booklet and downloadable symbol artwork are available at: YarnStandards.com 11

Standards & Guidelines For Crochet and Knitting YarnStandards.com Système standard de grosseur Les catégories de fils, les gammes de tension et les tailles d'aiguilles ou de crochets recommendées. Nouvelle catégorie de noms Dentelle Super fin Fin Léger Moyen Bulky Trés Épais Géant Sortes de fils par catégorie Fingering, fil à crocheter #10 Bas, Fingering, Bébé Sport, Bébé DK, Léger Worsted Worsted, Afghan, Aran Chunky, Artisanat, Tapis Bulky, Roving Géant Roving Gamme de tension au tricot* en point jersey sur 4 pouces 33 à 40** mailles 27 à 32 mailles 23 à 26 mailles 21 à 24 mailles 16 à 20 mailles 12 à 15 mailles 7 à 11 mailles 6 mailles et moins Tailles d'aiguilles recommandées en métrique 1.5 à 2.25 mm 2.25 à 3.25 mm 3.25 à 3.75 mm 3.75 à 4.5 mm 4.5 à 5.5 mm 5.5 à 8 mm 8 à 12.75 mm 12.75 mm et plus grand Tailles d'aiguilles recommandées américaines 000 à 1 1à3 3à5 5à7 7à9 9 à 11 11 à 17 17 et plus grand Gamme de tension au crochet* en mailles serrées sur 4 pouces 32 à 42 bride** 21 à 32 mailles 16 à 20 mailles 12 à 17 mailles 11 à 14 mailles 8 à 11 mailles 7à9 mailles 6 mailles et moins Tailles de crochets recommandées en métrique Acier *** 1.6 à 1.4 mm Crochet ré gulier 2.25 mm 2.25 à 3.25 mm 3.5 à 4.5 mm 4.5 à 5.5 mm 5.5 à 6.5mm 6.5 à 9 mm 9 à 15 mm 15 mm et plus grand Tailles de crochets recommandées américaines Acier *** 6, 7, 8 RCrochet ré gulier B–1 7 à I–9 I–9 à K–10 1 2 K–10 1 2 à M-13 M-13 àQ Q et plus grand B–1 à E–4 E–4 à 7 * LIGNES DIRECTRICES: Les informations incluses représentent les tensions qui sont les plus couramment utilisées, et les grosseurs de crochet et d'aiguille, pour des catégories de fils spécifiques. ** Les fils de poids dentelles sont généralement utilisés pour le tricot ou le crochet, avec de grosses aiguilles ou crochets, pour créer des motifs en dentelle ajourés; comme le niveau de tension est difficile à déterminer, il faut respecter la tension inscrite sur votre patron. *** Les crochets en acier, n'ont pas les mêmes grosseurs que les crochets habituels et sont classés différemment – plus le numéro est élevé, plus petit sera le crochet, contrairement au classement des crochets habituels. 12

Standards & Guidelines For Crochet and Knitting YarnStandards.com Sistema de Peso Estandar para Estambre Numeros y Nombres Nouvelle catégorie de noms Liston Super fino Tipos de Estambres Actuales dentro de la Categoria Estambre delgado, Crochet calibre 10 Calcetin, Digitación, Bebe Deporte, Bebe Rango del Calibre* del Punto en Tela de Punto de 4 Pulgadas 33 a 40** sts 27 a 32 sts 23 a 26 sts 21 a 24 sts 16 a 20 sts Aguja Recomendada en el Rango de Tamaño Metrico 1.5 a 2.25 mm 2.25 a 3.25 mm 3.25 a 3.75 mm 3.75 a 4.5 mm Aguja Recomendada en el Rango de Tamaño para E.U. 000 a 1 1a3 3a5 Calibre de Crochet* en Crochet Sencillo de 4 Pulgadas 32 a 42 punto alto** 21 a 32 sts Gancho Recomendado en el Rango de Tamano Metrico Acero *** 1.6 a 1.4 mm Gancho normal 2.25 mm 2.25 a 3.25 mm Gancho Recomendado en el Rango de Tamano para E.U. Acero *** 6, 7, 8 Gancho normal B–1 B–1 a E–4 Abultado Super Abultado Jumbo Doble tejido Estambre Fornido, de punto, (lana peinada), Grueso, Tejido de Afgano, Manualidad, estambre Afgan, Alfombra ligero Aran Abultado, Voluminoso, Mecha Jumbo Roving 12 a 15 sts 7 a 11 sts 6 sts y menos 4.5 a 5.5 mm 5.5 a 8 mm 8 a 12.75 mm 12.75 mm y mas 5a7 7a9 9 a 11 11 a 17 17 y mas 16 a 20 sts 12 a 17 sts 11 a 14 sts 8 a 11 sts 7a9 sts 6 sts y menos 3.5 a 4.5 mm 4.5 a 5.5 mm 5.5 a 6.5mm 6.5 a 9 mm 9 a 15 mm 15 mm y mas 7 a I–9 I–9 a K–10 1 2 K–10 1 2 a M-13 M-13 aQ Q y mas Fino E–4 a 7 Ligero Medio * GUÍA: La tensión o calibre del punto, y el tamaño de las agujas y ganchos que se mencionan anteriormente, son los que se usan más frecuentemente dentro de cada categoría de hilo. ** Los hilos de peso "Listón" usualmente se tejen con agujas o ganchos más grandes para crear diseños abiertos, tipo encaje. Por lo tanto, es difícil determinar la tensión o calibre del punto. Siga siempre la tensión o calibre del punto que se indica en su patrón. *** Los ganchos de acero se clasifican de manera distinta que los ganchos regulares – entre más alto el número, más pequeño es el gancho. Esto es al contrario de la manera usual de clasificar los ganchos. 13

Standards & Guidelines For Crochet and Knitting YarnStandards.com Hooks & Needles The Council’s hook and needle manufacturers have agreed to make metric (millimeter/mm) sizing more prominent on packaging. The U.S. sizes, both numbers and/or letters, will also appear on packaging. More prominent labeling of metric sizing, which is an actual measurement, should help eliminate consumer questions about the differences among the letter and number sizing of some needles and hooks. As noted in the introduction, with the cooperation of manufacturers, publishers and designers these changes will be implemented as packaging is reprinted and new patterns are published. * Letter or number may vary. Rely on the millimeter (mm) sizing. NOTE ABOUT STEEL HOOKS: Steel crochet hooks are generally used with lace weight yarns and crochet threads. They are sized differently than regular hooks: the higher the number, the smaller the hook, which is the reverse of regular hook sizing. The smallest steel hook is a #14 or .9 mm; the largest is a 00 or 2.7 mm. 14

Standards & Guidelines For Crochet and Knitting YarnStandards.com Yarn Label Information Designer Standards & Guideline As the demand for more and more crochet and knitting patterns has grown over the past decade, so has the demand from consumers for easier to read, accurate patterns. Concerned about the growing number of pattern complaints by consumers, the Craft Yarn Council members convened a special meeting to identify challenges at every level of pattern production — from the designer, where the pattern process begins, through to the final editing/printing process. The committee spoke extensively with editors and designers and all agreed our ultimate goal is to keep today’s knitters and crocheters enj

Following is a list of crochet abbreviations used in patterns by yarn industry designers and publishers. The most commonly used abbreviations are highlighted. In addition, designers and publishers may use special abbreviations in a pattern, which you might not find on this list. Generally, a definition of special abbreviations is given at the