Uploaded March 2023 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago

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Making a gauge swatch is important, but is it accurate if it hasn't been blocked? Let's learn how to block your gauge swatch and why it's critical for success.

Read my full blog post on blocking your gauge swatch here:
yayforyarn.com/block-gauge-swatch

Learn more about measuring gauge here:
youtu.be/u8WHKS217jk

Learn how to seam block your swatches and projects here:
youtu.be/imZ6xIQs79k

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Without Grid Lines: shrsl.com/3yloq

Shop the high-quality T-Pins I use for blocking here:
shrsl.com/3ylou

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00:00 Introduction
00:11 What is a Gauge Swatch?
00:46 Why You Should Block Your Gauge Swatch
04:03 How to Wet-Block a Gauge Swatch