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.
Lace / Thread / Cobweb
Lace
The finest weight, used for delicate shawls and doilies.
Fingering / Sock / Baby
Super Fine
Ideal for socks, shawls, and baby items. Also known as "Super Fine".
Sport / Baby
Fine
Slightly heavier than sock yarn. Great for lightweight sweaters and accessories.
DK / Light Worsted
Light
Double Knitting (DK) is a versatile "light" weight, perfect for sweaters and scarves.
Worsted / Aran / Afghan
Medium
The most popular weight. "Worsted" or "Aran" is perfect for blankets, hats, and sweaters.
Bulky / Chunky / Craft / Rug
Bulky
Thick and quick to knit. Great for warm hats, scarves, and rugs.
Super Bulky / Roving
Super Bulky
Very thick yarn for quick, cozy projects and arm knitting.
Jumbo / Roving
Jumbo
The thickest weight available. Used for massive arm-knitting projects.