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Yarn that is not spun enough will break as there is not enough tension holding the fibers together. The twist of a given yarn is measured by the twist per inch. The amount of twist needed varies based on fiber type and the thickness of the desired yarn.
There's a great wikipedia article here that goes into more detail:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Twist_per_inch
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What is the name of the kinky twist hair that looks like yarn?
Yarn Twist
What is yarn twist?
Twist is the spiral arrangement of the fibers around the axis of the yarn. it binds the fiber together and strenghten the yarn. There are tw type of twist one is "S" type and other one is "Z" Twist
What are the main types of yarn?
There are two different types of yarn twists. It depends on the direction of the twist--clockwise, or counterclockwise. The twists are named after the letter of the alphabet that the twist looks like. Therefore, you have an "S-twist" and a "Z-twist." The twist in the yarn looking like the letter "s" or the letter "z."
What is the difference between a spun yarn a filament yarn and a textured bulk filament yarn?
difference between spun yarn and filament yarn
What does it mean ity fabric?
ITY = Interlock Twist Yarn - knit jersey fabric
Which twist is stronger the z-twist or s-twist?
S and Z twist are two types of twist given to yarn. Before giving twist fibre /roving strand has to be parallel so that either twist given is not affected. Either of twist is suitable but in practical applications Z twist is given to yarns either be knitting or weaving.
How do you knit one in knitting when the pattern does not say with a left or right increase?
when you knit, you will notice a bar, or a horizontal line if yarn between the stitch. you want to pick that bar, twist it and put it on your needle.
What is the verb for tangle?
Tangle is a verb. It means to mix up or twist together, like a tangle of yarn or vines.
How much does 4 plastic bowls 3 yards of black yarn and 2 flash lights cost?
That depends on the cost of one plastic bowl, the cost of one yard of black yarn, and the cost of one flashlight.
How do you make one m1 in knitting when the pattern does not say with a right or left increase?
when you knit, you will notice a bar, or a horizontal line if yarn between the stitch. you want to pick that bar, twist it and put it on your needle.
What is difference between texred yarn and micro yarn?
Textured yarn has for lack of better words a texture like confettie, eyelash, or fiber look to it. Micro yarn is very thin yarn.
What is the difference between yarn and bobbin?
Yarn is fibre; bobbin is a storage reel for fibre.
