8 Ply Yarn (DK Weight)

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8 ply yarn is the most common yarn weight purchased around the world. Also known as DK yarn or Light Worsted yarn, it is perfect for such a wide range of items, from blankets to beanies and sweaters to scarves! Shop our range of more than 20,000 products and get started on your new artistic journey with yarn. We have an extensive range of 8 ply yarns from your classic 100% Merino and 100% Cotton to more unusual blends including Yak, Cashmere, Linen or Alpaca. Recommended Needle Size Commonly they use between a 3.75mm and a 4.5mm knitting needle or crochet hook. Common Yarn requirement To knit a baby jumper you will need approximately 100-200g of 4ply, DK weight yarn depending on your pattern. A toddler garment requires 200g to 300g of yarn and a child up to approximately 600g. Adult garments really depend on style and the size you knit but for a dress size 14 women you will need in the region of 700-1kg of yarn or up to 2kg for a mens jumper between but follow the yarn requirements in your pattern. A baby blanket will need approximately 400g. Selecting the right yarn When selecting yarns it's important to be aware yarn weights are not an exact measurement. Some yarns classed as 8 ply by one manufacturer could be a light 10py with another. This is why it's important to knit or crochet a gauge swatch. This allows you to both check the feel of the fabric and the needle size to use (again all knitters have a slightly different tension). The fibres used to create the yarn also alter the finished piece. Cotton yarns tend to give a firmer finish to wool and fluffy yarns such as mohair and alpaca bloom to give a beautiful halo which often allows for a looser knit. If you need more help finding a yarn for your project, feel free to send us a message , and we’ll get back to you with our expert advice or even pop into your local store. Looking for Patterns? Browse our collection of patterns here Need needles or hooks? Browse our collection of Knitting Needles here Browse our c