super bulky weight yarn
Super bulky yarn is the thickest commonly used yarn weight and is perfect for projects that knit up quickly. Sometimes called super chunky yarn, it creates bold stitches and very warm fabrics.
super bulky yarn quick facts
what gauge is typical for super bulky yarn?
Typically 6–11 stitches per 10 cm (4 in) for super bulky yarn.
what size needles should I use?
Needles between 8–12 mm are most commonly used. Use the higher end of this range if you want a relaxed, soft fabric, and the smaller end if you want a tighter, more structured fabric.
what is this yarn used for?
Super bulky yarn is widely used for projects that benefit from very fast knitting and thick, warm fabrics. Many knitters choose this yarn weight for blankets, oversized scarves, hats, and quick projects. Because the yarn is very thick, projects made with super bulky yarn can often be completed quickly.
is super bulky yarn the same as super chunky yarn?
Super bulky yarn is often referred to as super chunky yarn, though terminology can vary between manufacturers. Checking the recommended gauge is the best way to compare yarns.
how does this compare to other yarn weights?
Super bulky yarn is thicker than bulky weight yarn and represents the heaviest commonly used yarn category. Some patterns written for bulky yarn may be adaptable to super bulky yarn. It is always recommended to make a gauge swatch first when attempting a substitution like this.
what other names are used for super bulky yarn?
Super bulky yarn is often referred to as super chunky yarn. In the Craft Yarn Council system it corresponds to Category #6 (super bulky yarn). Because yarn thickness can vary between manufacturers, checking the recommended gauge is the most reliable way to compare yarns.