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Below you’ll find the most common written pattern crochet abbreviations in American English. This is by no means an exhaustive list, and many of the abbreviations here can be mixed and matched together. Not all designers use the standard abbreviations all the time, so always read a pattern thoroughly, including any notes, before you begin. I’ve also included some common crochet lingo you might see on message boards or social media. All abbreviations here are listed alphabetically for you. Abbreviations: alt   alternative/alternate beg begin/beginning bet  between blo  back loop only bp   back post (combined with other sts, such as bpdc)...

Then this free printable pdf file for you with all the crochet hook and australian needle knitting needle sizes will help you come up to date with the modern needles. When you often see imperial they relate to the original needle sizes which are still used world wide today. This free printable is for Australian needles.

What is My Knitting Needle Size?

If you have knitting needles from all over the world or of unknown origins, your best bet for identifying their size is by using a knitting gauge .....