Hi Yvonne! Welcome to the newsgroup... and you're right, it is fun! ;o) Actually this newsgroup is mainly for knitting and crocheting, so you lucked out there too. But of course we do a lot (I do a LOT) of off-topic chatter too. We become very involved in each other's lives, and think of everyone here as an extended family! So... welcome to the family! ;o)

There are a few ladies on this newsgroup from the UK who will be able to help you with your questions about the yarn equivalent.

Welcome, again!

Gemini
(in Ontario, Canada)

"Yvonne" wrote in message ...
Hi everyone

Couldn't find a newsgroup specifically for knitting or crochet but this one looks fun!

I'm based in the UK and am thinking about making a top using a pattern
that states you need 5 x 50g balls Twilleys Lyscordet. That seems to
be an expensive option. Just wondering what Lyscordet is comparable to
in the UK.... is it similar to double knit, 4 ply or something finer
than that.

Also wondering what size 3 fine (sport) weight cotton thread would be
similar to, in UK wool. I'm thinking of crocheting some bags for my
daughters. Would a 4 ply work instead of sport weight cotton, or would
it come out too big?

Please can someone help on either of the above two questions.

Many Thanks.

Yvonne