Mastering the Silver Reed SK840

Yarn for Your Machine

Learn About the Machine · Lesson 6 of 12

The 4.5 mm gauge of this machine is perfect for lightweight yarns. The only limit is the size of the needles. If the yarn is too thick and doesn't fit in the hooks of the needles, it can split and/or jam the machine.

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Lace	4000 - 10,000 ypp	33-40 sts	Standard (stranded)
Super fine	3000-4000 ypp	27-32 sts	Standard (stranded)
Fine	2000-3000	23-26	Standard / Double Bed
Light	1000-2000	21-24	Mid-Gauge/Standard
Medium	800-1000	16-20	Mid-Gauge/Bulky
Bulky	500-800	12-15	Bulky
Super Bulky	100-500	6-11	May not be appropriate.