Yarn Weight Chart + Recommended Yarns for Each Weight
There are many different features to each yarn including the fiber and the color. However, one of the most important features to know is the yarn weight. There are seven different yarn weights, ranging from 0 (lace) to 7 (jumbo). Generally speaking, you use a certain size of crochet hook or knitting needle with each yarn weight. Here is a basic yarn weight chart to guide you in choosing the right hook and needle sizes for your projects. Below that you’ll find examples for each of them.
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Basic Yarn Weight Chart
Popular Yarns For Each Yarn Weight
Here are some examples of popular yarns in each yarn weight.
Popular Options for 0 – Lace
Crochet thread is labeled differently than yarn weights. A #10 crochet thread is comparable to a #0 lace weight yarn. Check out the metallic version of Aunt Lydia’s too. There’s also Red Heart Classic Crochet Thread.
Looking for something more special? Check out Darn Good Yarn’s Silk Fingering Weight Yarn. There’s an ombre version too.
Popular Options for 1 – Super Fine
Red Heart It’s a Wrap is an acrylic-cotton blend that’s easy to work with. Other good super fine yarns include:
- Patons Kroy Sock Yarn
- Mulberry Silk Fingering Weight from Darn Good Yarn
- Red Heart Amigurumi Yarn
- Malabrigo Sock Yarn
- Malabrigo Mechita
- Sugar Bush Drizzle
- Red Heart Croquette
- Atma Prema Super Wash Wool
- Bernat Baby Yarn
Popular Options for 2 – Fine
Caron It’s a Wrap Sprinkles Yarn is one of our Top 7 Affordable Yarns That Give a Lot of Bang for Their Buck. Here are some other good choices for #2 yarn:
- Sugar Bush Bliss
- Sari Silk Handspun Yarn
- Red Heart It’s a Wrap Hues
- Darn Good Yarn Sport Weight Silk
- Single Ply Hemp Yarn
- Bhakti Superwash Wool
Popular Options for 3 – Light Weight Yarn
If you are seeking luxury yarns without a luxury price then try Paton’s Silk Bamboo Yarn. Here are some other good #3 lightweight / DK weight yarns:
- Bernat Softee Cotton
- Malabrigo Caprino
- Waves of Cotton
- Cabot Yarn
- Patons Grace
- Snuggle Buggle
- Recycled Silk DK by Darn Good Yarn
- Red Heart Fashion Soft
- Patons DK Superwash
- Sugar Bush Crisp
- Patons Hempster
- Caron Cupcakes
Popular Options for 4 – Worsted
Obviously my favorite worsted weight yarn is Chic Sheep. But of course worsted is probably the most popular yarn weight for patterns, especially crochet patterns. Therefore, there are a lot of good yarn choices in this category. Some other terrific options include:
- Darn Good Yarn Worsted Silk
- Red Heart Super Saver including Stripes and Ombre
- Red Heart With Love
- Caron Simply Soft
- Lily Sugar ‘n Cream
- Bernat Super Value Yarn
- Kaleidoscope Banana Fiber
- Macrame Yarn
- Red Heart Fleece Hugs
- Bernat Satin Sparkle
- Red Heart Unforgettable
- Red Heart With Love Metallic
- Caron Cotton Cakes
- Red Heart Hello Gorgeous
- Red Heart Comfort
- Bernat Handicrafter
- Red Heart Soft Baby Steps
- Hygge Charm
- Patons Classic Wool
- Red Heart Scrubby
- Sugar Bush Bold
Popular Options for 5 – Bulky
Bernat Plentiful is unique because it’s a lightweight brushed wool blend but it’s still a thick #5 bulky yarn. Some other good bulky weight yarns include:
- Caron Latte Cakes
- Meringue Chunky Acrylic
- Red Heart Hygge
- Hygge Fur
- Malabrigo Mecha
- Windswept Sari Ribbon Yarn
- Patons Alpaca Blend
- Red Heart Dreamy
- Bernat Freesia Yarn
- Patons Lincoln Fog
- Red Heart Reflective
- Bernat Symphony
- Roll With It Melange
Popular Options for 6 – Super Bulky
Check out our previous roundup of 20 best super bulky and jumbo weight yarns for more options.
Also check out 10 things to do with super bulky yarn.
Popular Options for 7 – Jumbo
Check out our previous roundup of 20 best super bulky and jumbo weight yarns for more options.
