Yarn Weight - DK (Double Knitting)

Q: What is DK weight yarn?

DK (Double Knitting) weight yarn is a medium-thickness yarn, thicker than a Sport and finer than a Worsted. It is extremely versatile and allows you to knit garments with structure, good stitch definition and a perfect balance between lightness and warmth. It is ideal for sweaters, jackets, blankets, accessories, amigurumi and children’s garments.

Q: What length do DK weight yarn balls usually have?

This weight of yarn is a favourite in some brands such as Rico Design, as it is the weight used for many of their qualities. It is slightly thicker than Sport weight but not by much. In 100 g of product, the length of the yarn is approximately between 200 and 250 metres. The balls may come in 50 or 100 grams.

Q: What can I knit with DK weight yarn?

DK yarn is perfect for a wide variety of projects: 🧥 Sweaters, jackets, oversized and mid-season garments. 🧣 Scarves, stoles, hats, mittens and other accessories with good structure. 👚 Tops, T-shirts and comfortable children’s garments with structure. 🧸 Amigurumi with excellent stitch definition and volume. 🏠 Blankets, cushions, small rugs, baskets and other textile decoration projects.

Q: Is DK weight yarn easy to work with?

✅ Absolutely. It is one of the most comfortable and popular weights both for beginners and for advanced knitters. It produces a fluid fabric with good stitch definition, allowing you to work both lace patterns and compact textures. It is ideal for knitting and crochet, and highly recommended for durable, comfortable projects with a professional finish.

Q: What fibres are commonly used in this weight?

The most common fibres in DK yarn include: 🌿 Cotton and cotton blends (such as Drops Cotton Light, Rico Design Baby Cotton Soft Print, Gazzal Organic Baby Cotton). 🐑 Merino wool, alpaca and other soft wools (such as Scheepjes Merino Soft, Erika Knight British Blue Wool 25g). ✨ Durable acrylic (such as Scheepjes Colour Crafter, Rico Design Basic Soft Acryl) and novelty yarns (Ricorumi Neon, Spin Spin, Glow In The Dark, or Creative Chenillovely). ♻️ Eco-friendly fibres such as linen, bamboo or vegan blends (Kremke Morning Salutation Vegan, Creative Lazy Hazy Summer Cotton).

Q: Can I combine DK yarn with other weights?

✅ Yes, it is very common to combine it: 🪢 Double-stranded to achieve a Worsted or Aran weight. 🧶 Combined with Lace yarns (such as mohair) to add volume, texture and an airy finish. 🎨 With other DK yarns in different colours to create stripes, gradients, colour blocks or very creative visual effects.

Q: ¿Qué ventajas tiene frente a otros grosores?

DK weight stands out for offering: ▷ More body than Sport, but lighter than Worsted. ▷ Garments with medium drape, good structure and excellent stitch definition. ▷ Ideal for year-round projects: warm but not heavy. ▷ Good yardage and balance: allows you to knit both medium and large projects without being heavy. ▷ Wide variety of natural, sustainable, acrylic or novelty fibres. ▷ Adaptability to a great variety of projects: clothing, accessories, home décor and toys.

Do you know what DK weight yarn is? DK weight yarn is the perfect choice for those seeking a balance between lightness and thickness. It is ideal for knitting garments for transitional seasons and winter, such as sweaters, jackets, blankets, amigurumis, and accessories with body, softness, and good stitch definition. To buy DK weight yarn, at Garmonyarns you will find a wide selection of DK yarns, cottons, and blends like Scheepjes Colour Crafter, Rico Design Creative Cotton Zigzag, Gazzal Organic Baby Cotton, or Erika Knight British Blue Wool 25g, among others. Now you know where to buy DK weight yarn—at GarmonYarns.

DROPS - Cotton Light

€1,40 EUR

+ 18

Amigurumi

GRÜNDL - Perla Color

€9,50 EUR

RICO DESIGN - Creative Chenillovely Dk

€3,29 EUR

+ 3

-10%

FIBRA NATURA - Cotton Royal Color Waves

€5,58 EUR

~~€6,20 EUR~~

-10%

FIBRA NATURA - Papyrus

€3,51 EUR

~~€3,90 EUR~~

+ 6

PACK

SCHEEPJES - Softfun Minis Colour Pack

€19,25 EUR

PACK

SCHEEPJES - Little Darling Colour Pack

€16,95 EUR

+ 1

Scheepjes - Colour Crafter

€3,95 EUR

+ 25

Scheepjes - Colour Crafter Velvet

€3,10 EUR

Scheepjes - Little Darling

€2,95 EUR

+ 11

Scheepjes - Merino Soft

€6,05 EUR

+ 16

Scheepjes - Softy

€2,85 EUR

+ 13

RICO DESIGN - Acryl Soft Minis pastel Pack 4 Und

€4,99 EUR

RICO DESIGN - Cotton wool

€2,49 EUR

RICO DESIGN - Ricorumi Neon Dk

€1,79 EUR

RICO DESIGN - Ricorumi Glow In The Dark Dk

€2,50 EUR

Ricorumi Twinkly Twinkly Dk - 383337.002 - Arco Iris

RICO DESIGN - Ricorumi Twinkly Twinkly DK

€1,79 EUR

+ 3

Ricorumi Spin Spin Dk - 383338.022 - Verano

RICO DESIGN - Ricorumi Spin Spin Dk

€3,99 EUR

+ 18

RICO DESIGN - Ricorumi Spray Dk

€1,79 EUR

+ 1

Ricorumi Print Dk - 383267.004 - Multicolor

RICO DESIGN - Ricorumi Print Dk

€1,79 EUR

RICO DESIGN - Ricorumi DK

€1,69 EUR

+ 73

Erika Knight

2 Products

Rico Design

17 Products

Sport Weight

14 Products

Worsted / Aran

9 Products

Knitting and crochet patterns

0 Product

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DK Weight Yarn: versatility, warmth and definition in your projects

DK (Double Knitting) weight is one of the most popular and widely used in the knitting world. It sits just above Sport weight and below Worsted or Aran, offering an ideal balance between thickness, lightness and stitch definition.

This type of yarn is perfect for projects that need more body than a Sport but without being as heavy as a Worsted. It is highly versatile: you can knit winter garments, sweaters, jackets, blankets, hats, larger amigurumi and accessories for both adults and children.

At Garmonyarns we have a wide variety of yarns in this weight, such as soft and fresh cottons like Rico Design Baby Cotton Soft Print, Gazzal Organic Baby Cotton or Drops Cotton Light; warm wools like Scheepjes Merino Soft or Erika Knight British Blue Wool 25g; and durable acrylic options like Scheepjes Colour Crafter or Rico Design Basic Soft Acryl. We also stock novelty yarns and special textures such as Rico Design Ricorumi Spin Spin, Glow In The Dark, Creative Chenillovely or Scheepjes Softy, perfect for giving your creations a unique touch.

Advantages of DK weight: the perfect balance between lightness, thickness and stitch definition

DK weight is one of the most appreciated for its versatility. It allows you to knit garments with more body and warmth than finer weights, but without the heaviness and bulk of thicker yarns. It provides excellent stitch definition in lacework, textures or plain knitting, making it ideal both for simple garments and for designs with complex details.

In addition, its medium thickness is perfect for knitting at any time of year, adapting both to transitional garments and to winter projects. It is widely used in both knitting and crochet, especially for homeware, accessories, amigurumi or clothing for babies and adults.

What does the DK weight yarn category include?

In the DK weight yarn category at Garmonyarns you will find versatile, durable and soft yarns, ideal for knitting garments with structure, definition and comfort.

Our selection includes:

🌿 Fresh and soft cottons, such as Drops Cotton Light, Rico Design Baby Cotton Soft Print, Performance Creative Lazy Hazy Summer Cotton or Gazzal Organic Baby Cotton, perfect for mid-season or summer garments.
🐑 Warm and soft wools, such as Scheepjes Merino Soft or Erika Knight British Blue Wool 25g, which bring warmth and softness to your projects.
✨ Durable and lightweight acrylics, such as Scheepjes Colour Crafter, Colour Crafter Velvet or Rico Design Basic Soft Acryl, ideal for everyday garments and long-lasting projects.
🎨 Fantasy yarns, such as Rico Design Ricorumi Spin Spin, Glow In The Dark, Neon, Creative Chenillovely, Creative Cotton Zigzag or Scheepjes Softy, which add texture, shine or unique effects to your work.
♻️ Sustainable options, such as Kremke Morning Salutation Vegan, with environmentally friendly fibres.

👉 All these yarns perfectly represent the qualities of DK weight: a balance between thickness, lightness, stitch definition and versatility.

Technical characteristics of DK weight

▷ Weight: DK (Double Knitting) – medium, thicker than Sport and finer than Worsted.
▷ Recommended needles: 4 mm to 5 mm (depending on the desired effect and the pattern).
▷ Approximate yardage: Between 200 and 300 metres per 100 grams (depending on the fibre).
▷ Common fibres: Cotton, organic cotton, merino, alpaca, acrylic, bamboo, viscose, sustainable blends and novelty yarns.
▷ Texture: Soft, with structure and excellent stitch definition.
▷ Finish: Fabrics with medium drape, structured, warm or cool depending on the fibre.
▷ Techniques: Suitable for knitting and crochet, ideal for garments, accessories, blankets, home décor and amigurumi.

Benefits and recommended uses for DK weight yarns

Benefits of DK weight:

▷ Perfect balance between lightness and thickness.
▷ Provides warmth and structure without being heavy.
▷ Excellent stitch definition in lacework, textures and plain fabrics.
▷ Very versatile: ideal for garments as well as accessories, blankets or home décor.
▷ Available in a wide variety of natural, recycled, eco-friendly and synthetic fibres.
▷ Efficient yardage, allowing you to knit medium and large projects with good yield.

Most recommended uses:

🧣 Scarves, stoles, shawls and accessories with good structure.
👚 Tops, T-shirts, sweaters, jackets, children’s and mid-season garments.
🧥 Oversized garments, blankets, cushions and textile decoration.
🧸 Amigurumi with volume, body and excellent definition.
🏠 Home projects: covers, small rugs, baskets or doilies.

How to use DK weight yarn?

DK weight yarn is one of the most comfortable and versatile to work with. Here are some key tips:

✅ For fabrics with good drape and flexibility: Use 4.5 mm to 5 mm needles. Ideal for sweaters, jackets, shawls, blankets or oversized garments with medium drape.
✅ For greater stitch definition and more structured fabrics: Use 4 mm to 4.5 mm needles. Perfect for amigurumi, children’s garments, fitted tops or firm accessories.
✅ Double strand or combined: You can work DK yarn double-stranded to achieve a thickness similar to Worsted or Aran, or combine it with Lace yarns (such as mohair) to add texture, volume or an airy and elegant effect.
✅ Blocking recommended: Especially for lace garments, blankets or projects with openwork. Blocking helps to open the stitches, shape the piece and improve the drape and presentation of the fabric.

💡 Tip: Its medium thickness makes it a perfect yarn both for beginners and for advanced knitters looking for a professional and versatile result.

Why buy DK weight yarn at Garmonyarns?

At Garmonyarns we offer you one of the most complete selections of DK weight yarns, with special attention to quality, sustainability and versatility. Here you will find:

🌿 Soft and sustainable cottons such as Drops Cotton Light, Rico Design Baby Cotton Soft Print or Gazzal Organic Baby Cotton.
🐑 Warm and soft wools such as Scheepjes Merino Soft and Erika Knight British Blue Wool 25g.
✨ Creative and novelty yarns such as Ricorumi Spin Spin, Glow In The Dark or Creative Chenillovely, ideal for unique projects.
♻️ Eco-friendly options such as Kremke Morning Salutation Vegan or Creative Lazy Hazy Summer Cotton.
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