Yarn Weights and Equivalents
Weight of yarn refers to how thick it is.
The most standardized thicknesses are:
Fingering - approx. 7 to 8 sts per inch. A lightweight used for socks, babywear and delicate items.
Sport - approx. 5 to 6 sts per inch medium weight used for sweaters, baby items and lighweight afghans.
Worsted - approx. 4 to 5 sts per inch. A popular weight for sweaters and afghans.
Chunky - approx. 3 to 4 sts per inch. Work up easily and quickly for sweaters, scarves and afghans.
Bulky - approx. 2 to 3 sts per inch. A heavy yarn very popular this winter for sweaters, jackets and scarves.
Equivalents
Approximate yarn equivalents:
2 strands fingering = one strand sport
2 strands sport = one strand worsted
2 strands worsted = one strand bulky
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