yarn confusion! help!

[aprilmoonflower]

does anyone know where I might find a yarn guide online to explain about the different yarns to me?

Also can I subsitute any 3 ply yarn if the pattern calls for 3 ply?

[JPorter718]

So far I found this site, <a href="http://www.yarnstandards.com/weight.html" target="_new">Standard Yarn Wei</a>ghts,
but I'll keep looking for ya <img border=0 src="http://www.ezboard.com/images/emoticons/nerd.gif" />

[aprilmoonflower]

ohh thank you!!!!! you are an :angel

[JPorter718]

Here's a little run down of the 'most' popular yarns:

WEIGHT: This refers to how thick the yarn is. There are a number of standard thickness' for yarn. These include:

-FINGERING YARN: A loosely spun, very lightweight yarn used for babywear, socks, and other delicate items.

-SPORT YARN: A medium weight yarn used for babywear, sweaters, and lightweight throws.

-WORSTED WEIGHT YARN: The most popular weight for knitting and crocheting. An ideal weight for throws.

-CHUNKY YARN: Heavier than worsted weight, chunky yarn works up quickly and easily for such things as hats, scarves, and throws.

-BULKY YARN: A very heavy yarn, about twice as thick as worsted weight.

*YARN EQUIVALENTS: A method of approximating yarn equivalents:
Two strands fingering equal one strand sport.
Two strands sport equal one strand worsted.
Two strands worsted equal one strand bulky.

[Deb]

Wow Jayme... Smart Girl !!! <img border=0 src="http://img28.photobucket.com/albums/v84/crochetville/bounce012.gif" />

Thanks for sharing this information.