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Knitwear Gauge Guide
Match product intent, season and handfeel with a practical knitwear gauge direction.
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- Recommended gauge
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- Yarn count direction
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- Development note
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Formula, assumptions and check example
A rule set combines product type, season, handfeel and yarn family to return a starting gauge and yarn-count direction for swatch planning.
Calculation logic
- Chunky or winter selections route to 3–5 gauge for garments; fine or summer selections route to 12–16 gauge; other inputs use the balanced 7–12 gauge route.
Assumptions and limits
- Gauge and count ranges are discussion starters, not machine specifications.
- Stitch structure, ply, twist, yarn bulk and finishing must be validated with a physical swatch.
Worked check
A transitional pullover with balanced handfeel and a wool/cashmere blend returns a 7–12 gauge starting range and Nm 2/26 to 2/48 direction.