Worsted weight

What is Worsted Weight Yarn? Worsted Weight Yarn is often described as a best friend for knitters and crocheters. Worsted Weight Yarn is popular because of its medium weight/thickness, ease to work with and knits up quickly without too much bulk. A versatile yarn for almost any knitted project and a highly recommended weight to begin with when you're just learning how to knit. Often when shopping for worsted-weight yarn, you will find the number 4 symbol on the label. #knitting #yarntypes

If you know even the slightest bit about knitting or crochet, you’re most likely familiar with worsted weight yarn. Also known as ‘afghan,’ ‘aran,’ or simply ‘medium,’ this seemingly do-it-all weight of yarn can be used for a variety of projects. This yarn is easy to work with and knits up quickly without too much bulk. But exactly what is this weight of yarn and why is it almost every yarn enthusiast’s old standby? We break it down for you below.

Worsted weight yarn is one of the most versatile fibers available. Learn what is worsted weight yarn and discover why it's perfect for knitting.

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Worsted or medium weight yarn is by far the yarn that I have the most of in my stash, and somehow I still have single skeins of a lot of them (I would have thought I would buy more of … #knitting #DIY this article was featured on CraftgGossip.com and reviewed by our Team of Editors.

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Looking for a trustworthy yarn weight chart? Overwhelmed by the options: worsted weight, sock weight, lace weight, sport weight, bulky weight? What do yarn weights mean? What are the different types of yarn weights? Which yarn weights are best for beginners? Come find out!