Hi,
I’m having a go at my first sweater (bottom-up) knitted using circular needles, and the pattern states 10mm and 12mm needles. I don’t have the 10mm circular, and was wondering if I could use straight 8mm needles for the ribbing with a looser tension? When it’s time to switch to the 12mm circ, could I just make 1 increase to join in the round, then proceed with stockinette?
Also, the pattern calls for switching back to the 10mm to work the neck. Would it be alright to go back to the straight needles?
The pattern is free and called Carla Sweater by Mayflower
Thanks!