On Friday, August 5, 2016 at 12:44:01 PM UTC-5, Electric Comet wrote:
On Fri, 5 Aug 2016 07:35:25 -0700 (PDT)


The other thing you will need is a micrometer, or a fixed gauge. DO

the diameter of the needle determines the size of the stitch
or is that crochet or maybe both

What I do is find a set of needles that is the size desired and just mike that set. BTW, speaking of crochet needles, avoid the kit PennState has. There is no way anyone can use that (while nice looking) bulbous handle while trying to make their stitches.




NOT try to use calipers, they simply will not remain true- regardless
of how tightly you lock them down.

have an 100 plus year old set of calipers that will not move but like
the idea for a micrometer if the needles are to match and for selling

The nice thing about the mike is that the measuring surface is larger than most calipers.

For a 14" needle, you will need a starting piece of stock around 20"
long, and 24" would not hurt.

is the length a personal preference or is it for performance reasons

The length seems to be rather standardized, but since you are the "creator" you can make them any length the user desires.