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Yarn Weight Guide

Choosing the right yarn weight is crucial for your project's success. Whether you need fine lace for a shawl or super bulky wool for a quick hat, we've organized everything by standard weight categories.

CYC 0

Lace / Thread / Cobweb

Lace

The finest weight, used for delicate shawls and doilies.

CYC 1

Fingering / Sock / Baby

Super Fine

Ideal for socks, shawls, and baby items. Also known as "Super Fine".

CYC 2

Sport / Baby

Fine

Slightly heavier than sock yarn. Great for lightweight sweaters and accessories.

CYC 3

DK / Light Worsted

Light

Double Knitting (DK) is a versatile "light" weight, perfect for sweaters and scarves.

CYC 4

Worsted / Aran / Afghan

Medium

The most popular weight. "Worsted" or "Aran" is perfect for blankets, hats, and sweaters.

CYC 5

Bulky / Chunky / Craft / Rug

Bulky

Thick and quick to knit. Great for warm hats, scarves, and rugs.

CYC 6

Super Bulky / Roving

Super Bulky

Very thick yarn for quick, cozy projects and arm knitting.

CYC 7

Jumbo / Roving

Jumbo

The thickest weight available. Used for massive arm-knitting projects.

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