Based on the provided references, the concept of "making yarn strands" relates to both creating multi-strand yarn from a single source and utilizing existing yarn strands (as stitches) to form knitted structures. The references do not detail the initial process of creating basic single yarn strands from raw fiber.
Creating Multi-Strand Yarn via Chain Plying
One method mentioned in the references for creating a multi-strand yarn is Chain Plying. Specifically, the reference discusses "Chain Plying How to Make 3 Strand Yarn From One Ball".
This technique involves taking a single strand of yarn and manipulating it in a specific way to create three effective loops or "strands" from that single source strand. These three strands are then plied together simultaneously. This process results in a balanced and stable three-ply yarn created directly from one original strand, making it a method for "making" a multi-strand yarn structure from a single source.
Utilizing Yarn Strands in I-cord Knitting
The references also describe a process that utilizes yarn strands (in the form of stitches) to create a narrow knitted structure known as an i-cord. This technique demonstrates how existing yarn strands are manipulated through knitting to "make" a cord.
The steps described for making a simple i-cord using existing stitches are:
- Knit into the front back.
- And front thumb same stitch.
- Slide our work to the opposite end of the needle.
- And knit all three stitches.
This process involves using the loops of yarn already on the needle (the stitches) and working them in a specific sequence on straight needles to form a tube. While not creating the basic yarn itself, it is a method of "making" a defined structure using yarn strands.
Therefore, based on the provided information, "making yarn strands" or structures from them involves specific techniques like Chain Plying for combining strands or knitting methods like those used for an i-cord to create form.
