Field Guide to Yarn Weights
Yarn weights can be confusing to navigate. This quick yarn weight chart will help you understand the differences and choose the right yarn for your next project.
yarn weight chart
This yarn weight chart compares the most common yarn weights, their typical gauges, and the needle sizes most often used for each weight.
| Yarn weight | Typical gauge | Needle size |
|---|---|---|
| lace | 32–40 sts / 10 cm | 1.5–3.5 mm |
| fingering | 27–32 sts / 10 cm | 2.25–3.25 mm |
| sport | 23–26 sts / 10 cm | 3.25–3.75 mm |
| dk | 21–24 sts / 10 cm | 3.75–4.5 mm |
| worsted | 16–20 sts / 10 cm | 4.5–5.5 mm |
| aran | 14–18 sts / 10 cm | 5–6 mm |
| bulky | 12–15 sts / 10 cm | 6–8 mm |
| super bulky | 6–11 sts / 10 cm | 8–12 mm |