I've not even watched this video yet but I can already tell you the answer: because grams doesn't make a damn bit of sense regarding how much yarn you need to complete a project. Even among yarns of the same "gauge" (4 weight, dk weight, etc,) both grams and yardage vary. But only yards will tell you how much you actually need with any amount of ACCURACY. So THANK YOU Crystal for always saying how many YARDS your projects take, as it is most appreciated!!
@lindasyarnbarn517611 ай бұрын
I’ve been crocheting for almost 50 years and I’ve always gone by yards. That’s the way I was taught to do.
@sunshinesuzi532411 ай бұрын
Thank you for the yardage measurements… I have no idea about grams🙅♀️🤷♀️ You’ve explained it well !
@sandrapalmer564211 ай бұрын
I agree, I know a lot of people use grams and they have not said anything about it and I talk to them at least once a week.
@sandrapalmer564211 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for explaining that to everyone. I have always done in yards but I know some use grams and this had to be useful for them.
@joangeorge346811 ай бұрын
Thank you for going by yards, it allows me to get the amount of yarn I need for the project! ❤❤
@Sandy-yd6ot11 ай бұрын
Exactly! Linear measurements are appropriate for meaauring linear objects like yarn and fabric. But if I wanted to buy unpun wool to spin into yarn myself, then I would expect it to be measured by weight like flour and sugar. Thanks for using yards - it makes my life easier!
@drfreud6511 ай бұрын
I'll never forget a trick my mama had to use more than once. She was making a blanket and came up short in yardage. Of course, in trying to buy more yarn, the dye lots were different and the colors were also just different enough to be noticeable. So she'd have to add to both ends of the blanket in another color altogether, just to make it look right.
@cynthiawaldorf935311 ай бұрын
That's a good idea! 😊
@royalone300911 ай бұрын
I’ve done that
@lindagarcia778811 ай бұрын
I like that you go buy yards❤
@marielyons452811 ай бұрын
I always look at the yards and have never understood grams for yarn but that's just me. Yes, this video makes sense to me, and I thank you Crystal.
@eleanorkaempf833711 ай бұрын
Never understood grams. So thankful she goes by yards.
@carolf238111 ай бұрын
Thank you for saying yards. It makes it easy to buy the right amount of yarn.
@Crochetedbymichi11 ай бұрын
Of course! Makes complete sense. The yarn composition makes up different weights. I always go by yards as well. Thanks Crystal ❤
@angeladonner971611 ай бұрын
I have never understood measuring yarn in grams. Yards makes so much more sense to me!
@crochetizlife11 ай бұрын
So funny. My husband just said your videos are a part of our night time tv
@danamcmanus11 ай бұрын
Haha same here! 😂
@jackiemiller412611 ай бұрын
My grandma taught me how to crochet, her way of purchasing yarn was always the same…red heart yarn buy all they have of those colors…she always had way too much…i didn’t learn how to determine yards n stuff until after watching your videos…to me ounces and grams are weights…yards and meters are length…why are they being compared? Thank you Crystal for teaching us how to determine how much yarn we need in yards!
@clarapedernera969111 ай бұрын
Thank you Crystal, after crocheting and knitting for several years, I have learned today that the yardage is so important!❤️❤️❤️
@pattiroyse11 ай бұрын
I completely agree with you, for me yardage makes the most sense, like you say, to make sure there is enough yarn for the project.
@carolanderson550911 ай бұрын
I love the way you explain stuff. You make it so easy for someone like me who is relatively new to crocheting, to understand. 😊 You are awesome!! Thank you for sharing! ❤❤❤
@mazie6511 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing. I look at the yards when buying yarn.
@LadyValkyri11 ай бұрын
Personally, I love you for doing that. The huge differences in the length of yardage make a huge difference to the pocketbook, and you take that into account. Thank you so much. Hugs
@mimtomkins113011 ай бұрын
Hi crystal im Miriam from the Uk,in answer to your question, I never knew as I always have to order lots of balls of yarn and hope for the best,so one of two things happened too many or not enough, so thank you for saving me money and stress,I’m now using yards,luv your tutorials and you,your so talented thankyou x
@Pammy_Yolo11 ай бұрын
I've always just gone by yards. Ty for the lesson Crystal! ❤❤❤
@missyshackleford372911 ай бұрын
I have always go by ounces. Wow I didn't know how different the ounces and yards were. Thank you for this video!!!! ❤
@denisejf11 ай бұрын
I always go by yards🤷🏼♀️ I appreciate that you tell us how many yards we will need for a project 🥰
@lisadiannemoore719611 ай бұрын
I am Canadian 🇨🇦and think in metres , but I have learned to get used to yards 😊 Your patterns are my absolute favourites and you explain things so clearly !
@lauriekurad11 ай бұрын
I am Americamn and understand both, but the problem is that going by weight instead of length is not consistently the same length. Each weight can be far different than the length in yards 'or' meters.
@IDontSuckAtLifeakaJanis397511 ай бұрын
@@lauriekurad Right... We can use meters and convert yards to meters and vice versa depending on the label, in case it only lists one of the linear measurements, but the weight tells us nothing.
@g.nypaver73411 ай бұрын
Great explanation and it is very helpful to many of us. Thanks so much
@Mhopie11 ай бұрын
I have always gone by yards and I always will. Your video was excellent and perfectly explained why length is so important!
@cynthiacornell171811 ай бұрын
A friend thinks 460 yards is a better deal because it gives more yarn than 230 yards - but they're both 100 grams. 460 doesn't give more yarn, it just means it's a lace weight, and I'd rather crochet with the 230 yards worsted weight yarn. Same amount of yarn, different thickness, different results! This is a great video!
@pansythornton944011 ай бұрын
Crystal thank you for using yards.
@deborahrichardson184211 ай бұрын
Crystal, I learned from watching you! 😉 I learned to go by yards instead of just looking at the yarn and hoping I had enough. Or thinking I can make "something" out of 2-3 skeins.😂 Thank you for your videos, I have come a long way! Have a beautiful day! 🩵
@pattaylor571311 ай бұрын
I go by yards as well. Thank you Crystal
@m.gramlich23911 ай бұрын
I agree. Not everyone crochets or knits as loose or tight as another person. I have already gone so far as to measure out say 15 yards of yarn, and then crochet whatever stitches I'm gonna be doing in a pattern just to see how far that amount would get me. Some types of stitches are yarn hogs and others are not.
@stephanieq2311 ай бұрын
I love the rainbow😊
@GASophie11 ай бұрын
I prefer the way you do it! It makes sense to me.
@shiningstar351911 ай бұрын
Perfect explanation and being in the UK I'm used to grams. Now I know why I've been off with the amount of yarn I've bought sometimes. Thank you for this.
@donnalafoy954111 ай бұрын
Your use of yards makes it much easier for me. 😊
@paulyscrochetedcreationsby806511 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for your explanation on yards to grams I have learnt so much from you since I started crocheting and am learning each and every day. You are awesome.👍👍👍
@carlabass741311 ай бұрын
You go, Krystal🎉🎉❤ yes, we are Americans and proud of it!!!
@saskiavandenbergh345411 ай бұрын
Because I'm in the Netherlands, I go by meters and I also don't care about grams just because of what you made very clear but once, I was in a yarn store and almost got into an argument with the lady of the store because she could not understand why I wanted to know how many meters were in a ball. Long story short, I just left and bought my yarn somewhere else. I thought it wasn't worth fighting over meters or grams. 😂😂😂
@carenwilson490211 ай бұрын
I always go by yardage as well. If a yarn is heavier or lighter, it will change the weight, but yardage gives you the length of yarn you need to complete the project. Weight varies too much.
@iloveloopycrochetandtreasu199411 ай бұрын
Thank you Crystal for explaining things. You are a great teacher. I've always went by yards to.❤
@judyeuller760211 ай бұрын
Excellent information. Thanks, Crystal!
@alisonfenwick947711 ай бұрын
I started knitting when I was a lot younger (70 yrs young now…. ) I was born in England and have lived in Australia for the last 37 years. Knitting patterns were written for a specific yarn and required x amount of balls. I’ve only just figured out how to crochet properly after many failures over the years. I think the American system of numbered weight yarn is great…..it seems more flexible to work with. I work with both imperial and metric systems. If something is written in metric it’s so simple to convert it to imperial and vice versa. I totally agree with what Crystal is saying…..not all #4 weight (or any other weight) yarns are equal. So much simpler to use the yardage or meterage. Thanks for all the info Crystal ❤
@donnastewart48111 ай бұрын
Yards is what I use. Thanks for going over it.
@margarettaylor40011 ай бұрын
I follow your way and haven’t came up short on my projects.
@susanwhalen103411 ай бұрын
Thank you. I also look at yards.
@abbysinthe186011 ай бұрын
This video demonstrates some of the issues with the CYC numbering system.
@Yarngrandma111 ай бұрын
Thank you for explaining the weight and yards. A big help!
@martapinkston691311 ай бұрын
Excellent info! Different fibers weigh different amounts. Different construction methods will also give different results. A chain spun cotton will weigh more than a roving acrylic. A denser ply weighs more than a looser ply. When planning a project it's important to buy enough in the same dye lot and yards/meters is a better measurement unless you're super experienced and have a really firm grasp on guessing by weight.
@maryrosemitchell252811 ай бұрын
Thanks crystal. This explains a lot. 👍
@miriamcovington638111 ай бұрын
Thanks girlfriend, I've crocheted for 50 years, and have used yardage for most of them. You've explained it so well it's easy to teach the next generation! We've all had the OOPS i didn't buy enough yarn😢!!! Thanks again ❤
@margarettaylor40011 ай бұрын
Thanks for your teachings your the best
@Kdiefenbacher11 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing! I like the yards myself! More accurate for me! And your right with all it! Love and Hugs, have a wonderful day!
@francesdiannehorton102111 ай бұрын
this is an EXCELLENT video; for some reason on my youtube isn't giving me the choice of a thumbs UP; I see people are giving lots of thumbs down ??? the information you give is required for every project we make in knit or crochet THANK YOU!
@floief11 ай бұрын
Gosh, I've never paid any attention to grams or ounces. I've always looked for yards and thickness/weight. Today, while putting away some yarn I ordered, I noticed that the tote containing just my bamboo yarn was hefty compared to the others. When I pick up yarn at the store I have never noticed one kind being that much heavier than another. So, yeah....what you say makes a lot of sense. Thanks, Crystal.
@traciperdue11 ай бұрын
Works for me. and I appreciate it. Have a good night!!!❤
@VincentCat11 ай бұрын
I’ve been crocheting and knitting for many, many years and I have always used yards. ❤
@GreatGrannyC11 ай бұрын
Thank you, that was interesting. I have always use yards. I am so thankful when people use yards in there yarn reviews or tutorial.🌹
@tessg6445Ай бұрын
This tutorial is very very helpful thank you I work all my projects in yards
@elaineyakatan231011 ай бұрын
The explanation is clear and concise. Have to suggest this to my friends at WOW crochet.
@rachaelhamill6511 ай бұрын
I appreciate this! Because it means I always buy enough!!! I know exactly why!
@YAki-jp0011 ай бұрын
Thank you for explain in the differences in weights. I know there are people around the world that watch your channel, each country has their own way measuring . I am really thank full to you for your explanations. They are easy to fallow and specially when you mention the hook size you use you also mention in millimeters.
@loricraft3210 ай бұрын
Ive always gone by yards its so much easier & it does make a lot of sense by what your saying Crystal, so thank you for measuring yarn in yards ❤
@denisebrooks830911 ай бұрын
Once again I've learned something new! Thanks Crystal!
@RaraAvis4211 ай бұрын
Planning a project is easier in length if various yarns are being considered. But once a specific project is complete, weight is the easier measurement to ascertain. This is particularly useful in selling.
@mariaybarra105411 ай бұрын
I learned something new today! Thanks Crystal for the info.
@christiweilbacher161811 ай бұрын
I love the way you said this to. I only go by the yard to.
@kellycarter249711 ай бұрын
Makes sense to me now. Thank you for the information
@JayneSmith1960-UK9 ай бұрын
You learn something new everyday! Thank you, Crystal, for explaining why you do what you do. 😊 I’ve always used grams but not anymore after watching this video. It’s been quite the eye-opener for me. Thank you so much. Take care, Jayne Derbyshire, England
@meredithbaker992311 ай бұрын
I always use yards because it is the correct amount you need, i also sew and yards is very important 😊. Thank you for teaching me something each day, you aare the best 😊😊😊❤
@jennigranville138711 ай бұрын
The boom crash made me chuckle because you just kept going like nothing happened lol You are so real and thats one of the things i love about you
@juliemattson301811 ай бұрын
I’ve always gone by yards😊
@user-zm9cb7zr3i11 ай бұрын
This is so helpful. But honestly, I always go for more yards when I buy yarn at any weight. 😊❤
@thecrochetchick7411 ай бұрын
"Whatever wind your hank"😂 i Need this on a T-Shirt!!!❤
@Dont_be_a_Silly_Wombat11 ай бұрын
🤷♀️ I learned to crochet by watching KZfaq videos and a fair few of them were this channel. Australian yarn goes by ply not like your US 4 weights etc, so I get lost on that anyway. Once people start talking grams as opposed to length, I'm throwing my hands up. Its so much easier for me personally when someone gives the amount of yarn in length. Yardage is so much easier guesstimate into metreage. I really appreciate you Crystal, you always go the extra 🙏
@Mushy0711 ай бұрын
Great information, Crystal, thank you!
@bonniecraiger48011 ай бұрын
So glad you tell the yards really helps me thank you for all you do love your channel
@DianneMc11 ай бұрын
Interesting and informative! Thank you!
@karenleavitt724111 ай бұрын
I go by yards. That was the way I was taught years and years ago!
@claratrujillo120611 ай бұрын
Crystal thanks for sharing your thoughts on this subject you are a great teacher. I would use yards it is easier to work with. Have a great day and happy crocheting. ♥️
@ayy_yo661911 ай бұрын
I prefer yards as well. Thank you for your explanation.
@bethbullard431011 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for the detailed information on yards and grams. I learned to use yards when I started but never knew the difference in weight until now. You’re amazing.
@bethtisdalestaton725011 ай бұрын
LOVE THIS ❤❤❤🥰! I would be lost without the Yarn's Yardage 🤔🤯. Thank You Crystal 🥰❤! The Color's in the Hank for the Hat is absolutely gorgeous 😍❤!
@vanessahicks177211 ай бұрын
That makes sense.
@marciagjenkins115211 ай бұрын
Thank you Crystal for explaining this for us.
@pennydickinson325810 ай бұрын
That's amazing the yarns vary so much! I will definitely follow the yardage rather than the grams.
@awilda-libreparaadorar693411 ай бұрын
I’ve always asked why some people used grams to measure, now I know thank you Crystal for that information, I’ve learned to measure by yards thanks to you 🥰
@kathygudgeon332911 ай бұрын
Very interesting!! Thank you for the explanation. I appreciate patterns that indicate the yardage.
@debraleonard244011 ай бұрын
This is a great explanation. I always use yards too.
@Cari_Crafts11 ай бұрын
"Whatever winds your hank" HAHAAAAA!!! That needs to be on a tshirt. Answer your Q: I honestly don't know! That's the problem & why I LOVE that you explain it all.
@NannyMooMoo11 ай бұрын
For some reason I'd always assumed if a ball said 100g it would have the same length as another of the same weight. But you've opened my eyes! Thank you.
@trishmason667211 ай бұрын
Wondered if the grams on the label is more for the yarn companies manufacturing process? So I did a Goggle search. Found an article saying the "labels are more guidelines than crystal balls". The FTC mandates that 1. Fiber content 2. Yardage 3. Weight and 4. Country of Origin be included on yarn labels. And in manufacturing yarn is sold by weight not yardage. Seems the amount of yarn needed is determined by the user (tension) and the project (what you are making and the stitches used to make it). As Jack Sparrow said "it's more of a guideline"!
@donnapeterson194511 ай бұрын
I use yards, I think it’s all about where you live or how you were taught. No biggie. It’s why both ways are on the skein. Thank you for all you do Crystal!!
@raelittle969311 ай бұрын
I have only gone by yards because of your videos and probably bring from the US. I've learned from your videos I need about 160 yards for a hat and about 1600 for a blanket depending on yarn weight and stitch of course. If I want to try a yarn I buy enough for a hat then go from there. I have learned so much about this from you. Love you Crystal and thanks for the info!!!
@charmurry358511 ай бұрын
Thanks, Crystal. I only use yards too.
@conniehalloran506611 ай бұрын
Thx Crystal
@littlevampirewolfhybrid576511 ай бұрын
I’m with you, Crystal. I need a measurement. It makes the most sense, especially in the USA.
@judyfengel575111 ай бұрын
I'm glad you use yards
@vickymerritt689811 ай бұрын
Great tutorial
@winnypeters417611 ай бұрын
Never grown up with yards, coming from Europe but your explanation makes sense
@TH-dj3zo11 ай бұрын
Thank you for explaining it. I never realized that there could be such a big difference. Will be looking at yardage for now on.
@cindynevels205311 ай бұрын
Well, I guess I’m on Team Ounce/Gram! 😂 most of my stash seems to be oddments, leftovers, and scraps - much of it donated, and none of which have labels to tell me how many yards they have. So the only way to measure yarns with no labels is to weigh it. Knowing the yards can be useful - but only as long as you have the label. Otherwise, the scale is essential.
@sandrajohnston836911 ай бұрын
I agree with your perspective. I have several older patterns that use weight to state how much yarn is needed for the project. I have found it helpful to see what crochet hook size is recommended as well. Sometimes I'm spot on, others no....