What are the different weights of yarn?
Yarn Weight (Thickness)
| Yarn Weight | US Needle Size | Knitting Stitches Per Inch, in Stockinette Stitch |
|---|---|---|
| Fine or sport-weight | 3–6 | 5–6 |
| Light worsted or DK (double-knitting) | 5–7 | 5–5 1/2 |
| Medium- or worsted-weight, afghan, Aran | 7–9 | 4–5 |
| Bulky or chunky | 10–11 | 3–3 1/2 |
What is a sports weight yarn?
Sport weight yarn (5-ply) is a fine weight yarn, and sits between fingering weight and DK. Because it’s a delicate yarn, sport weight is perfect for knits worked on small 3.50mm needles – think comfy socks and dreamy lightweight sweaters and cardigans.
What is #2 weight yarn?
2—Fine (Sport, Baby) Sport weight yarn works best for items such as socks, wraps, heirloom sweaters, and other delicate accessories. It is also used for lightweight afghans. 3—Light (DK, Light Worsted) Slightly heavier than a fine weight yarn, this weight is used for items such as garments and heavier baby items.
Is Hobby Lobby yarn good quality?
This is the softest, smoothest yarn I’ve found. And that’s without having to soften the yarn myself. I Love This Yarn is Yarn Bee (Hobby Lobby) brand, 100% acrylic and machine washable. The solids come in 355 yard skeins and the Ombres, Fan Pride & Prints start at 252 yards.
What is size 4 yarn in US?
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| Yarn Weight | Types of Yarn | Knit Gauge/Needle Size |
|---|---|---|
| #3 | DK, Light Worsted Weight | 21-24 sts to 4″ on US 5-7 needles |
| #4 | Worsted, Aran Weight | 16-20 sts to 4″ on US 7-9 needles |
| #5 | Chunky, Bulky Weight | 12-15 sts to 4″ on US 9-11 needles |
| #6 | Bulky, Roving Weight | 7-11 sts to 4″ on US 11-17 needles |
What weight is 4 ply yarn?
Fingering weight (traditionally 4ply) 19-22. Sport weight 15-18. DK weight 12-14. Worsted 9-11.
What is #2 yarn?
2 strands fingering weight = 1 strand worsted. 2 strands double knit = 1 strand aran. 2 strands worsted weight = 1 strand chunky. 2 strands chunky = 1 strand super chunky.
What ply is medium weight yarn?
International standard weights
| USA | UK | Australia |
|---|---|---|
| 2 or Fine | 5 ply | |
| 3 or Light | DK (Double Knit) or 8 ply | 8 ply |
| 4 or Medium | Worsted, Aran, Triple Knit (rare) | 10 or 12 ply |
| 5 or Bulky | Chunky, Double Double Knit (rare) | 12 or 16 ply |
What yarn is soft?
Alpaca: Taken from alpacas, this yarn is warmer than wool, so this type of yarn is best for small winter projects. Doesn’t block as well as wool does but it is rather soft. Cashmere: The softest and fluffiest yarn of them all, but is also rather expensive and not that strong. Cotton: Not my favourite yarn to work with.
What weight is I love this yarn?
I Love This Yarn! Sport
| Weight: | DK / Light |
|---|---|
| Gauge: | 22 sts / 10 cm (4″) |
| Balls: | 57g; 168m (184 yds) |
| Care: | Machine wash (30C) |
| Styles: | Solid colors |