Gauge simply refers to the number of stitches a garment has per inch.
The gauge depends on the following variables:
- Size of yarn
- Size of needle
- Stitch pattern
In the simplest terms:
- The chunkier the needle or yarn the wider the stitch and the lower the gauge.
- The finer the needle or yarn, the slimmer the stitch and the higher the gauge.
John Smedley produce a wide range of products in an array of fibres, meaning customers will be able to find a style to suit any season.
Medium Knits
John Smedley’s most common medium knit is 24 gauge which provides a warmer silhouette that can be worn as a standalone piece or as an outer layer in cooler climates. Garments from the men’s collection that are knitted in a 24 gauge include Burley, and Tapton.
Chunky Knits
John Smedley releases a collection of 7 gauge chunky knits for both men and women each season providing the perfect companion for colder weather. For men, styles include Rockford, Ryker and Oxnard, and for women Lylla is the chunky style for the current season.
