I have spun the singles and done a 2ply and 3ply sample which I have washed and am waiting for them to dry. Hopefully tomorrow I can knit some swatches. At the moment I prefer the 3ply, as its a more rounded and even yarn, but if I do a 2ply I won’t have to spin as much length of singles. I need to measure the wpi and gauge before making a decision. I hope to be able to calculate how much fibre I need to dye tomorrow, and start on the dyeing.
I said to some Ravelers I would document the process of spinning for a project, altering a pattern and calculating required yardage and weight.
The pattern for 9-12months requires:
DK weight superwash wool in tan (220-250 yards); blue, green and cream (60-90 yards); black (less than 20 yards); for girl’s version, pink (less than 60 yards). Gauge: 5.5 stitches and 8 rows = 1 inch.
This gives a garment with 22inch chest and 14inch length aprox.
Sleeves 7inches long by 8inches-7inches.