Craft Yarn Council vs Ribblr
Craft Yarn Council: yarn weight, hook and needle standards and sizing charts. Ribblr: interactive knitting and crochet patterns with built-in counters.
| Craft Yarn Council | Ribblr | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Learning | Tool |
| Category | Craft Apps & Reference Tools | Craft Apps & Reference Tools |
| Crafts | Knitting, Crochet | Knitting, Crochet |
| Pricing | Free | Freemium |
| Free option | — | — |
| Free patterns | Some | Some |
| Beginner friendly | Yes | Yes |
| Ships internationally | — | — |
| Platforms | — | Web, iOS, Android |
| Formats | — | — |
| Based in | — | — |
| Visit | Visit |
Craft Yarn Council
The Craft Yarn Council publishes the standards most yarn labels follow: the numbered yarn weight system, needle and hook size charts, skill levels and body measurement charts for sizing.
It is the reference to check when a pattern and a yarn label do not seem to agree.
- Standard yarn weight system
- Needle and hook size conversions
- Body measurement and sizing charts
Ribblr
Ribblr is a pattern platform where knitting and crochet patterns are interactive: you can highlight your size, track rows and watch technique videos inside the pattern. It also has a marketplace and a community feed.
Patterns are bought individually, and some are free.
- Interactive patterns
- Row tracking and size highlighting
- Pattern marketplace and community
Based on public information. Check each site for current prices and terms.