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Blocking a Knitted Swatch

After you knit a swatch, you should count it for gauge, then you should wet-block it and count it for gauge again. Here’s a short video on how to block a gauge swatch. This info is applicable for yarns made of 100% plant- or animal-sourced fibers. Blends benefit also, and blends with more natural fiber benefit more than those with less natural fiber.