[Nfb-krafters-korner] Loom and knitting needle comparison chart

[Tanya Wheatley]

Hi all,

I can't remember if I sent this to the list or not. If I did, please ignore. 
But if I have not, below is a chart so you will know what gauge looms 
compare to knitting needles to help you choose the correct weight yarn!

Tanya

Loom and Knitting Needle Comparison Chart

Loom                         (US) Needle Size
Large gauge, 5/8 to 11/16 inch between pegs, 13  (7.5mm) needles
 Regular gauge or half gauge , ½ inch between pegs, 10 (6.0mm) needles
Small gauge, ¼ to 3/8 inch between pegs, Extra small gauge, 3/8 inch between 
pegs, 7 (4.5mm) to 8 (5.0mm) needles
Fine gauge, ¼ inch between pegs, 5 (3.5mm) to 6 (4.0mm) needles
Extra fine gauge, 3/16 inch between pegs, 1 (2.5mm) to 2 (3.0mm) needles