Is chunky yarn good for beginners?
Best yarn for beginning knitters
There was a consensus among our experts that beginners should start with a thicker-knit yarn, anything from a medium size (known as worsted-weight) to a heavy, chunky yarn. “It’s just a lot easier for beginners to see what they’re doing when they’re using thicker yarn,” says Heitmann.
How do I know what yarn to use?
Yarn weight refers to the thickness of the yarn strand and is a good place to start when choosing your project. A heavier yarn will make a thicker, bulkier project and a finer weight is best for lightweight garments and accessories.
What size needles for super chunky wool?
A pattern using chunky wool will generally need large needles. Around 7 – 8 mm is average, while 5.5 – 6 mm will give you a tighter fabric. Super chunky wool, which is ideal for making a very thick blanket, will need even bigger needles.