2014 implements & accessories for knitting & crochet

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1 2014 implements & accessories for knitting & crochet

2 Susan Bates Tools & Accessories When you start your creative project with Susan Bates, you ll have a lifetime of creating memories. Our products have been loved by consumers for over 150 years! Major points of differences: our in-line crochet hook head for ease of use and color-coded crochet hooks & knitting needles for quick size identification. Silvalume Designed for comfort with gently rounded tips and a long taper to make knitting easier and reduce yarn splitting, Silvalume is the most complete line of color-coded ultra-smooth aluminum crochet hooks & knitting needles to match all your yarns. Tipping Points Patent pending aluminum knitting needles which allow you to select the perfect point profile for every yarn type, texture and twist! Velocity Premium nickel-plated brass circular knitting needles for fast knitting. Crystalites Brightly colored color-coded plastic hooks & needles. Value-priced, lightweight and warm to the touch. Luxite Specially formulated durable plastic hooks & needles that are warm, lightweight and value-priced. Quick Silver Specially heat-treated aluminum for strength & durability, the glass-like Quick Silver finish makes knitting easier and more enjoyable. Steelite High quality nickel-plated steel. Perfect for creating fine crochet lace doilies, tablecloths and edgings. Hoop-La Hoops Plastic embroidery hoops with a Super-Grip-Lip that holds fabric in place, making it easier for needles to pass through the fabric and maintain consistent tension. Also great for framing! How to Kits Crochet Silvalume Crystalites Luxite Steelite Knitting Accessories 16 Tipping Points Silvalume Counters Holders 04 Luxite Needles Crystalites Point Protectors Velocity Craft Quick Silver 12 Measuring 23 Sets Reference Knitting Crochet Hoops 15 Crochet Hook Conversion Knitting Needle Conversion Yarn to Needle Size Chart Yarn to Hook Size Chart 02 SUSAN BATES IMPLEMENTS & ACCESSORIES FOR KNITTING & CROCHET 2014 makeitcoats.com

3 Start it! K17380 LEARN KNITTING KIT Knitting basics for both left and right hand use with full color illustrations! Kit includes Knit Chek, 2-10 knitting needles in sizes 8 & sets of straight holders, open ended cable holder, finishing needle and 16 projects. Inner Pack: 1 Case: 12 CD 106 KNITTING MADE EASY This easy to follow format ensures success using illustrations, text and voice over video instruction and updated techniques. Replay topics with a click of the mouse! Includes 20 new patterns from beginner to intermediate. Inner Pack: 1 Case: 25 K17370 LEARN CROCHET KIT Crochet basics for both left and right hand use with full color illustrations! Kit includes 1 Afghan hook in size J-10, 5 crochet hooks in sizes G-6 to K-10.5, 2 finishing needles, Knit Chek and 16 projects. Inner Pack: 1 Case: 12 CD 105 CROCHET MADE EASY This easy to follow format ensures success using illustrations, text and voice over video instruction and updated techniques. Replay topics with a click of the mouse! Includes 20 new patterns from beginner to intermediate. Inner Pack: 1 Case: 25 03

4 Crochet it! SILVALUME Anodized aluminum, velvet smooth finish, in-line crochet hook head and color coded for quick size selection. B-1 US / 2.25 mm C-2 US / 2.75 mm D-3 US / 3.25 mm E-4 US / 3.50 mm F-5 US / 3.75 mm G-6 US / 4.00 mm H-8 US / 5.00 mm CROCHET HOOK Sizes: B-1 K-10.5, L-11, M-13, N BAMBOO HANDLE CROCHET HOOK WITH ALUMINUM HEAD Sizes: B-1 N-15 Bamboo Handle, Silvalume Aluminum Hook Use: Ultimate in luxury. Bamboo - Lightweight, smooth, warm to the touch Silvalume hook - color coded for quick selection. Ideal for those crocheting with arthritis AFGHAN HOOK Sizes: G-6, H-8, I-9, J-10 Aluminum Use: Afghans DOUBLE-END AFGHAN HOOK Sizes: G-6, H-8, I-9, J-10, K-10.5 Use: Tunisian or Afghan Crochet DOUBLE-END AFGHAN HOOK Sizes: G-6, H-8, I-9, J-10, K-10.5 Use: Tunisian or Afghan Crochet I-9 US / 5.50 mm J-10 US / 6.00 mm K-10.5 US / 6.50 mm L-11 US / 8.00 mm M-13 US / 9.00 mm N-15 US / mm shown in actual size SILVALUME COLOR CODES Color coding by size is a feature of the Silvalume Collection. Each size remains the same color between Double Point, Single Point or Circular Needles and Crochet Hooks. 04 SUSAN BATES IMPLEMENTS & ACCESSORIES FOR KNITTING & CROCHET 2014 makeitcoats.com

5 AFGHAN HOOK Sizes: G-6, H-8, I-9, J-10, K-10.5 Use: Afghans STEELITE High quality nickelplated steel. Perfect for creating fine crochet lace doilies, tablecloths and edgings CIRCULAR DOUBLE-END CROCHET HOOK Sizes: G-6, H-8, I-9, J-10, K-10.5 with flexible plastic cord Use: Tunisian or Afghan Crochet CROCHET HOOKS Sizes: 00, 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11/12, 13/14 High Quality Nickel-plated steel Use: Suitable for creating doilies, edging and tablecloths FLEXIBLE AFGHAN HOOK Sizes: G-6, H-8, J-10 with flexible plastic cord Use: Tunisian or Afghan Crochet 05

6 CRYSTALITES Colorful transclucent crochet hooks are color coded by size. LUXITE These specially formulated durable plastic hooks are available in a wide range of sizes. Warm and lightweight and a value-priced alternative. G-6 / 4.0 mm H-8 / 5.0 mm I-9 / 5.5 mm J-10 / 6.0 mm K-10.5 / 6.5 mm L-11 / 8.0 mm M-13 / 9.0 mm N-15 / 10.0 mm P-16 / 11.5 mm shown in actual size CROCHET HOOK Sizes:G-6, H-8, I-9, J-10, K-10.5, L-11, M-13, N-15, P-16 Durable plastic Use: Warm, lightweight and inexpensive CRYSTALITES COLOR CODES Color coding by size is an exclusive feature of the Crystalites Collection CROCHET HOOK Sizes: D-3 P16 Durable Plastic Use: Warm, lightweight and inexpensive BULKY CROCHET HOOK Size: Q Durable Plastic Use: Bulky Afghans BULKY DOUBLE END CROCHET HOOK Sizes: P-16, Q Durable Plastic Use: Tunisian or Afghan Crochet for Bulky Yarn 06

7 Susan Bates patent-pending Tipping Points knitting needles are the only set of customizable knitting needles which allow you to select the perfect point profile for every imaginable yarn type, texture and twist! Knit it! INTERCHANGEABLE KNITTING NEEDLES Sizes: Use: Includes 3 interchangeable tips. Simply select from one of the three unique point profile tips and attach to the interchangeable needle shaft. Each point can be easily changed with the help of the rubberized needle gripper and locking pin. BLUNT Ideal for Loosely Spun Yarn MEDIUM All Purpose For Everyday Projects SHARP Longer Taper, Sharper Points For Working Lace and Cables SUSAN BATES IMPLEMENTS & ACCESSORIES FOR KNITTING & CROCHET 2014 makeitcoats.com 07

8 SILVALUME Anodized aluminum needles with velvet smooth finish. All are color coded for quick size selection. 0 US / 2 mm 1 US / 2.25 mm 2 US / 2.75 mm 3 US / 3.25 mm DOUBLE-POINT NEEDLES (FOUR PACK) Sizes: 0-8 Use: Knitting in the round DOUBLE-POINT NEEDLES (FIVE PACK) Sizes: 9-11 Use: Knitting in the round SINGLE POINT NEEDLES Sizes: , 11, 13, 15 Use: General knitting 4 US / 3.5 mm 5 US / 3.75 mm 6 US / 4.0 mm 7 US /4.5 mm 8 US / 5.0 mm 9 US / 5.5 mm SINGLE POINT NEEDLES Sizes: , 11, 13, 15 Aluminum Use: General knitting 10 US / 6.0 mm 10.5 US / 6.5 mm 11 US / 8.0 mm 13 US / 9.0 mm 15 US / 10.0 mm shown in actual size SILVALUME COLOR CODES Color coding by size is a feature of the Silvalume Collection. Each size remains the same color Double Point, Single Point or Circular Needles and Crochet Hooks. 08 SUSAN BATES IMPLEMENTS & ACCESSORIES FOR KNITTING & CROCHET 2014 makeitcoats.com

9 CIRCULAR NEEDLE Sizes: and flexible plastic cord Use: Smaller knitting in the round projects Knit it! Did you know? Circular needles are measured from tip to tip! CIRCULAR NEEDLE Sizes: , 11, 13, 15, 17, 19 and flexible plastic cord (1-10.5) Plastic (11-19) Use: Larger knitting projects CIRCULAR NEEDLE Sizes: , 11, 13, 15 and flexible plastic cord (1-10.5) Plastic (11-13) Use: Larger knitting projects CIRCULAR NEEDLE Sizes: , 11, 13, 15 and flexible plastic cord (1-10.5) Plastic (11-15) Use: Larger knitting projects

10 LUXITE Specially formulated durable plastic needles available in a wide range of sizes. Warm and lightweight, a value-priced alternative JIFFY KNIT NEEDLES Sizes: 17, 19, 35, 50 Colorful opaque plastic Use: Great for bulky yarns and quick projects CRYSTALITES Colorful transclucent knitting needles, color coded by size. Use with all yarns and great for beginners! " SINGLE POINT NEEDLES Sizes: 8, 9, 10, 10.5, 11, 13, 15 Colorful translucent plastic Use: General knitting " CIRCULAR NEEDLE Sizes: 8, 9, 10, 10.5, 11, 13, 15 Colorful translucent plastic Use: General knitting in the round 10

11 QUICKSILVER Quicksilver Aluminum Knitting Needles are made from a special heat-treated aluminum alloy to provide strength and durability. Lightweight for comfortable stitching. Stitches slide effortlessly on the smooth glass-like finish making knitting easier and more enjoyable. Q CIRCULAR NEEDLE Sizes: alloy and flexible plastic cord Use: Smaller knitting in the round projects Q CIRCULAR NEEDLE Sizes: , 11, 13, 15 Aluminum alloy and flexible plastic cord Use: Larger knitting projects VELOCITY Premium Quality Nickel-plated brass needles taper to a super smooth joint to keep the cord from kinking. Knit faster and quieter! Knit it! Circular Needles Sizes Alum Plastic Q CIRCULAR NEEDLE Sizes: , 11, 13, 15 Aluminum alloy and flexible plastic cord Use: Larger knitting projects Q CIRCULAR NEEDLE Sizes: , 11, 13, 15, 17, 19 alloy and flexible plastic cord Use: Larger knitting projects CIRCULAR NEEDLE Sizes: , 11, 13, 15 Nickel-plated brass with flexible plastic cord Use: Quieter and faster knitting projects 11

12 KNITTING & CROCHET SETS Our consistent top sellers! Great for bulkier weight yarn! DOUBLE POINT SOCK NEEDLE SET (FIVE PER SIZE) Set Includes Sizes: 000, 00, 0 & 1 Aluminum Use: Knitting socks or miniature projects SILVALUME KNITTING NEEDLE SET Set Includes Sizes: 6, 7, 8 Use: General Straight Knitting SILVALUME KNITTING NEEDLE SET Set Includes Sizes: 9, 10, 10.5 Use: General Straight Knitting SILVALUME KNITTING NEEDLE SET Set Includes Sizes: 11, 13, 15 Use: Great for bulkier weight yarn SILVALUME CROCHET HOOK SET Set Includes Sizes: G-6, H-8, J-10 Aluminum Use: General Crochet Projects New! SILVALUME CROCHET HOOK SET Set Includes Sizes: C-2, D-3, E-4, F-5 Aluminum Use: General Crochet Projects SILVALUME CROCHET HOOK SET Set Includes Sizes: F-5, G-6, H-8, I-9, J-10, K-10.5 Use: General Crochet Projects 12 SUSAN BATES IMPLEMENTS & ACCESSORIES FOR KNITTING & CROCHET 2014 makeitcoats.com

13 12466 LUXITE CROCHET HOOKS Set Includes Sizes: F-5 K-10.5 Durable plastic Use: General Crochet Set Collect it! STEELITE CROCHET HOOK SET Set Includes Sizes: 0, 1, 7, 8, 9, 10 Nickel plated steel Use: Suitable for doilies, edging or tablecloths CRYSTALITES KNITTING SET Set Includes Sizes: 8, 9, 10, 10.5 Colorful translucent plastic Use: General straight knitting CRYSTALITES KNITTING SET Set Includes Sizes: 11, 13, 15 Colorful translucent plastic Use: Great for bulkier weight yarn CRYSTALITES CROCHET SET Set Includes Sizes: G-6, H-8, I-9, J-10, K-10.5 Colorful translucent plastic Use: General Crochet projects CRYSTALITES CROCHET SET Set Includes Sizes: L-11, M-13, N-15, P-16 Colorful translucent plastic Use: Great for bulkier weight yarn 13

14 Knitting Needles Needed for Projects There are three needle types: straight, circular and double points. The pattern you choose may specify which type of needle to use, or use this handy chart to help you decide. I WANT TO MAKE socks gloves mittens seamless hats seamless sleeves scarves baby garments seamed hats seamed mittens dishcloths sweaters baby blankets afghans seamless hats seamless sleeves sweaters baby blankets afghans magic-loop sock technique afghans TYPE OF NEEDLE double pointed needle 10 single point straight needles 14 single point straight needles 16 circular needles circular needles 36 circular needles STANDARD USE knit in the round without seams smaller flat knit fabric larger flat knit fabric knit in the round without seams seamless and larger flat knit fabric pieces seamless and larger flat knit fabric pieces Susan Bates Features & Benefits PRODUCT: TIPPING POINTS SILVALUME VELOCITY CRYSTALITES LUXITE STEELITE PRICE/ QUALITY: Premium Price/ Best Moderate Price/ Better Premium Price/ Best Value Price/ Good Value Price/ Good Value Price/ Good MATERIAL: Smooth Anodized Aluminum finish Smooth Anodized Aluminum finish Premium nickel-plated brass circular knitting needles Brightly colored translucent plastic Specially formulated durable plastic High quality nickelplated steel FEATURES: 3 easy to change points allow you to select the perfect point profile for every yarn type, texture & twist! Crochet Hooks: in-line crochet hook head & color coded. Knitting Needles: long taper and ball point tip, smooth finish & color coded Faster, quieter knitting with mirror-like finish. Soft, drapable circular cable. Lightweight & warm to the touch & color coded Lightweight & warm to the touch & comes in a wide range of sizes from D-3 to Q Micro fine crochet head feature for fine crochet. BENEFITS: For any sized needle, you now only need one needle for knitting with all yarn types. Crochet Hooks: In-line hook head for easier & more accurate crocheting. Needles: long taper, smooth finish allows yarn to flow smoothly & easily onto needle. Ball point is gentle on fingertips & yarn. Both Hooks & Needles: color coded to quickly identify the right size These needles offer whisperquiet knitting with added speed due to the high shine finish. Color coded to quickly identify the right size Excellent value-priced option Designed to be used with crochet threads such as cotton or linen. 14 SUSAN BATES IMPLEMENTS & ACCESSORIES FOR KNITTING & CROCHET 2014 makeitcoats.com

15 DELUXE EMBROIDERY HOOPS & HOOP-LA Susan Bates Deluxe Embroidery Hoops and HOOP-La feature the exclusive Super-Grip-Lip that holds fabric securely in place without distorting or snagging your fabric. Incredibly durable and flexible, all of Susan Bates Embroidery Hoops are completely safe for fine embroidery fabrics and are virtually indestructable EMBROIDERY HOOP Sizes: Round 4, 6, 8, 10 Colors: Black or White Case: DELUXE EMBROIDERY HOOP & FRAME Sizes: Oval x 9 Round - 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 10 Color: Blue Use: Holds fabric securely in place for embroidery or framing HOOP-LA MULTI-COLOR HOOPS Sizes: Oval 3 x 6, 4.5 x 9 Round 4, 5, 6 7, 8, 10 Color: Multi-color Use: Vibrant colors for both framing and embroidery Case: 48 SUSAN BATES IMPLEMENTS & ACCESSORIES FOR KNITTING & CROCHET 2014 makeitcoats.com 15

16 Count it! REGULAR/LARGE KNIT COUNTER Size: For Needle sizes 0-10 Use: Knit Row Counter for Straight Needles UNIVERSAL KNIT COUNTER Size: For Needle Sizes 0-15 Use: Knit counter for Circular, Double Point and Single Point Knitting Needles BULKY-KNIT COUNTER Size: For needle sizes Use: Knit Row Counter for larger size needles CHARMING STITCH MARKERS A collection of 3 charm markers with crystals Metal with crystal beads Use: Mark your pattern repeats with these stylish markers LUXITE BONE RINGS Packs available in: Sizes: 1/2 (30 Pieces), 5/8 (25 pieces), 1 (15 pieces) Use: Drapery holder, rings for holding projects WAFER-THIN STITCH COUNT MARKERS Size: For Needle Sizes: 0-15 Color: Red and blue Use: For marking stitches and rows SPLIT-LOCK STITCH COUNT MARKERS Size: Various Color: White and green Use: For use on needles or in the work SILVALUME HANDI TOOL Replacement Tool for 14076, 14102, Aluminum Use: Great for picking up dropped stitches HEART SHAPED STITCH MARKERS SMALL Size: For Needle Sizes 0-8 Quantity: 24/pkg HEART SHAPED STITCH MARKERS MEDIUM Size: For Needle Sizes 8-13 Quantity: 18/pkg HEART SHAPED STITCH MARKERS LARGE Size: For Needle Sizes Quantity: 15/pkg 16 SUSAN BATES IMPLEMENTS & ACCESSORIES FOR KNITTING & CROCHET 2014 makeitcoats.com

17 14090 CABLESTITCH HOLDER Size: 6.5 Use: Regular cablestitch holder CABLESTITCH HOLDER Size: 3 Use: Regular cablestitch holder OPEN ENDED CABLE STITCH HOLDER Size: 2.75 Use: Open-ended cablestitch holder Twist it! STITCH HOLDER Size: 4.5 Use: Standard stitch holder STITCH HOLDER Size: 6.25 Use: Standard stitch holder STITCH HOLDER Size: 1.75 Use: Standard stitch holder STITCH HOLDER Size: 2.5 Use: Standard stitch holder SUSAN BATES IMPLEMENTS & ACCESSORIES FOR KNITTING & CROCHET 2014 makeitcoats.com 17

18 Hold it! STITCH PINS Size:.75-6 each of blue, purple, red and yellow Quantity: 24/pkg Use: Great for holding pieces for seaming or marking stitches SEAMING PINS Size: 2-24/pkg. Colors: Available in Purple, Pink, Orange, Blue, Yellow and Green KNIT KLIPS Knit Klips - 10/pkg Colors: Available in red, blue and green Use: Aligns bulkier edges for quick seaming Case: KNIT KLIPS Knit Klips - 5/pkg Colors: Available in red, bue and green Use: Aligns bulkier edges for quick seaming Case: MINI KNIT KLIPS Mini Knit Klips - 10/pkg. Colors: Available in purple, yellow and cream Use: Aligns edges for quick seaming YARN & THREAD CUTTER PENDANT Size: Heart measures 1.25 x 1.25 Colors: Gold and silver finishes Use: Three in one tool cuts thread, yarn and can be worn as a pendant. No need to carry scissors! NO SNAG SNAPS SMALL Size: Small -.75 Colors: Available in black, white or dogwood Quantity: 4/pkg NO SNAG SNAPS LARGE Size: Large - 1 Colors: Available in black, white or dogwood Quantity: 3/pkg 18 SUSAN BATES IMPLEMENTS & ACCESSORIES FOR KNITTING & CROCHET 2014 makeitcoats.com

19 STEEL YARN NEEDLES Size: 2.75 (#13 Tapestry) Steel Quantity: 2/pkg STEEL YARN NEEDLES Size: 2 (#16 Tapestry) Steel Quantity: 5/pkg PLASTIC YARN NEEDLES Size: 2.75 Luxite Plastic Quantity: 2/pkg Sew it! STEEL WEAVING NEEDLE Size: 5 Weaving Needle Steel Quantity: 1/pkg Inner Pack: PLASTIC YARN NEEDLES Size: 2.75 Quantity: 2/pkg BENT TIP STEEL YARN NEEDLES Size: 2.75 Bent Steel (#13 Tapestry) 2 Bent Steel (#16 Tapestry) Steel Quantity: 2/pkg Case: PLASTIC YARN NEEDLES Size: 3.75 Luxite Quantity: 2/pkg Inner Pack: FINISHING NEEDLES VALUE PACK Size: Assorted for Use on Yarn Weights 0-6 Quantity: 5/pkg Use: Easy to thread Guide to the Right Yarn Needle Make finishing your knit or crochet project fast and easy by choosing the right needle to sew seams or weave ends. Yarn needles have a larger eye and blunter tip than regular sewing needles. Use this handy chart to match your yarn to the right needle TAPESTRY NEEDLES - FOUR PACK Sizes: 18, 20, 22, 24, 26 Gold Plated. Will not rust. Use: Tapestry Needles Inner Pack: 10 Case: 100 ARTICLE # MATERIAL TAPESTRY SIZE YARN SIZE Steel Steel Steel 16 [Crochet Thread = 0] Steel Luxite Steel Crystalites Luxite 13 N/A SUSAN BATES IMPLEMENTS & ACCESSORIES FOR KNITTING & CROCHET 2014 makeitcoats.com 19

20 Protect it! SOCK-SHAPED POINT PROTECTORS Quantity: 4/pkg Colors Available: Yellow, Green, Red or Blue SOCK-SHAPED POINT PROTECTORS Quantity: 4/pkg Colors: Double colors available - Green/Orange, Blue/Yellow and Blue/Red COMFORT CUSHION SMALL Size: Comfort Cushion fits needles up to 4mm Color: Blue Quantity: 2/pkg COMFORT CUSHION LARGE Size: Comfort Cushion fits needles up to 6.5mm Color: Blue Quantity: 2/pkg SMALL POINT PROTECTORS Size: Fits Sizes 0-8 Colors: Purple BULKY POINT PROTECTORS Size: Fits Sizes 9-15 Colors: Grey 20 SUSAN BATES IMPLEMENTS & ACCESSORIES FOR KNITTING & CROCHET 2014 makeitcoats.com

21 14102 SMALL FRENCH KNITTER (4 PEG) Size: Small Colors: Available in Orange, Yellow or Green Use: Create small I-cord with yarn or embroidery thread. Great for beginners! MEDIUM FRENCH KNITTER (6 PEG) Size: Medium Colors: Available in Purple, Blue or Clear Use: Create medium I-cord with yarn or embroidery thread Craft it! HAIRPIN LACE LOOM Size Adjustable: 1-4 Use: Easy way to make vests, afghans and more! BENT LATCH RUG HOOK Size: Wood handle Use: Rug hooking or adding fringe EASY-WRAP POM POM MAKER Four sizes included , 1.75, 2.5 and STRAIGHT LATCH RUG HOOK Size: Wood handle Use: Rug hooking or adding fringe PLASTIC TATTING SHUTTLE With removable Bobbin Use: Tat doilies to lace edging SUSAN BATES IMPLEMENTS & ACCESSORIES FOR KNITTING & CROCHET 2014 makeitcoats.com 21

22 Measure it! GAUGE GRABBER Size: 2 x 1 Use: Clear sticker affixes to swatch for the most accurate way to check gauge. Each package contains 5 pieces (black) & 5 pieces (pink) for light & dark swatches. shown in use HEART SHAPED TAPE MEASURE Measures up to 60 in both inches and centimeters. Use: Carabineer clip attaches to project bag KNIT CHEK Size: 5.5 x 3 Metal Use: Check stitch gauge and needle size Case:288 shown in use 22 SUSAN BATES IMPLEMENTS & ACCESSORIES FOR KNITTING & CROCHET 2014 makeitcoats.com

23 Select Hook Size : Select Needle Size : CROCHET Most yarn manufacturers now put the numbered yarn size symbol on their yarns and crochet threads along with a general hook size recommendation. This standard yarn weight system was developed by the Craft Yarn Council. Thread weight symbol EXTRA FINE FINE CLASSIC FASHION FASHION Category & Yarn Weight Symbol Crochet stitch gauge double crochet 4 in. NA Recommended hook size [Metric] 1.0 to 1.15 mm NA mm to 1.5, 1.6, 2.25 mm [US] steel 11 to 12 steel 9 to 10 steel 6, 7 to 8, B mm steel to 3.5 mm D 3 or E 4 Category & Yarn Weight Symbol KNITTING Yarn Type in this category Crochet gauge ranges in single crochet to 4 in Recommended hook size [Metric] 1.0 to 1.15 mm mm to 1.5, 1.6, 2.25 mm Most yarn manufacturers now put the numbered yarn size symbol on their yarns along with a general knitting needle size recommendation. This standard yarn weight system was developed by the Craft Yarn Council. [US] steel 11 to 12 steel 9 to 10 steel 6, 7 to 8, B mm steel to 3.5 mm D 3 or E 4 Size Conversion: CROCHET Susan Bates Crochet Hooks feature our exclusive in-line crochet hook head for easier and more accurate crocheting. The diameter of the hook portion is the same as the forming portion of each crochet hook...providing smoother crocheting and a more accurate stitch gauge. Steel Crochet Hooks Metric U.S. [mm] Size Crochet Hooks Metric U.S. [mm] Size 2.25 B C D E F G H I J K-10½ 7.00 NA 8.00 L M N P Q S Size Conversion: KNITTING Susan Bates Knitting Needles feature our long taper and ball point tip. Each needle is tapered to allow yarn to flow smoothly and easily onto the needle. The ball point is gentle on fingertips and yarn. Knitting Needles Resources Category & Yarn Weight Symbol Type of yarn in this category Lace Weight, Fingering,Size 10 & 5 Crochet Thread Sock, Fingering, BabySize 3 Crochet Thread Knit gauge range in stockinette to 4 inches [Metric] Recommended needle size [US] sts mm 0 to sts mm 2 to 3 Sport, Baby sts mm 3 to 5 DK, Lt Worsted sts mm 5 to 7 Metric U.S. [mm] Size Metric U.S. [mm] Size NA Worsted, Afghan, Aran sts mm 7 to 9 Chunky, Craft, Rug sts mm 9 to 11 Photo shows the ball point, the long taper and the smooth finish Bulky, Roving 6 11 sts 8.0 mm and larger 11 and larger Photo shows the in-line crochet head SUSAN BATES IMPLEMENTS & ACCESSORIES FOR KNITTING & CROCHET 2014 makeitcoats.com 23

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