Swatch from hell!

[gingerchai]

I have finally decided to make a sweater, but am having a terrible time with the gauge swatch. . The pattern calls for Lion Brand Wool-Ease Sportweight, but I want to use a 100% wool yarn. Every swatch that I make curls up and the gauge is always off. I keep on changing the hook size (smaller) to no avail. I even tried a fingering weight yarn and that swatch curled too . I was finally glad to find a sweater pattern that was both easy and attractive, but i know i have to get the gauge right before beginning the sweater. I would really appreciate any help anyone can offer .

 

tracy

(who is currently at war with the gauge swatch)

[deneen]

You would have to use a bigger hook

[Donna]

I don't think the curling is a problem but you should try to find some sport weight wool yarn. It is out there.

[gingerchai]

i tried a bigger hook and it still curled...donna, you're right i'm just going to buy the sportweight yarn.

tracy:)

[RebeccaVelasquez]

that's a great looking sweater! thanks for sharing the link!! have you thought of using LB woolease in sportweight? gives you some of the wool you were wanting???????