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Does brioche knitting use more yarn?
Brioche works best on loose-fitting garments that require ease. … Brioche knitting uses more yarn than, say, stockinette stitch – up to twice as much. I generally work with yarns that have a “bite” such as 100% non-superwash wool.
Why is it called brioche?
Brioche is a French bread, which is made from yeast dough and enriched with butter and eggs. The word brioche is derived from a verb “brier”, which is derived from northern French word “broyer” which means to knead. Etymologists believe that the word broyer was loaned from German word “brehhan” which meant break.
What knitting stitch uses the least yarn?
What Crochet Stitch Uses the Least Yarn
- Openwork Stitches. If you want to use less yarn, then openwork stitch patterns are for you.
- Chain Stitch. The basic chain stitch is a fun and easy way to use the least amount of yarn!
- Slip Stitch. …
- Single Crochet Stitch.