Yarn weight / Needles

✔️ Choosing the right yarn weight is essential for your project to have the correct finish, texture and measurements. The weight defines the size of the needle or crochet hook you should use and directly affects the gauge, drape, volume and density of the fabric. It also influences the amount of yarn you will need and the time it will take to complete the project. Using the correct weight is key to ensuring the result matches the pattern and achieves the look you want.

✔️ Yarn weights are classified into international standard categories. The main ones are:

• ▷ Lace: Ultra fine, ideal for lacework, lightweight shawls and delicate projects.
• ▷ Fingering: Fine, perfect for socks, amigurumi, shawls or lightweight garments.
• ▷ Sport: Slightly thicker than Fingering, ideal for baby clothes, lightweight garments or accessories.
• ▷ DK (Double Knitting): Versatile, suitable for all types of garments, accessories and intermediate projects.
• ▷ Worsted / Aran: Medium-thick, perfect for jumpers, blankets, scarves and warm projects.
• ▷ Bulky / Chunky: Very thick, ideal for quick blankets, chunky scarves or home décor.
• ▷ Super Bulky / Jumbo: Extra thick, for XL pieces, rugs or high-impact projects.

✔️ It depends on several factors: the type of garment, the pattern and the result you want to achieve. If you are looking for a lightweight fabric with drape, choose fine weights such as Lace or Fingering. For versatile projects like jumpers, scarves or medium-thickness blankets, the most recommended are Sport, DK or Worsted/Aran. If you want volume, texture or quick projects, use weights such as Bulky or Jumbo. In addition, always check the pattern you are following, as it will indicate the recommended yarn weight and needle size.

✔️ Changing the yarn weight directly affects the final size of the project, the amount of yarn required, the gauge and the finish. If you use a finer weight, the garment will be smaller and lighter; if it is thicker, it will be larger and bulkier. It can also change the texture and the behaviour of the fabric. If you decide to do this, it is essential to make a gauge swatch and adjust the needle size or stitch count so that the project turns out as you want.

✔️ Bulky, Chunky and Super Bulky / Jumbo weights are the best for quick projects with lots of volume and texture. These yarns are worked with large needles (8 mm, 10 mm or more) and are ideal for blankets, XL scarves, chunky jumpers, cushions or decorative pieces. They are perfect when you want striking visual results in a short amount of time.

✔️ For projects that require lightness, detail or small structure, Lace and Fingering weights are the most suitable. They are ideal for lace shawls, summer garments, lightweight clothing, socks and amigurumi. These yarns allow you to work highly defined stitches, fabrics with good drape and projects that need a more delicate and refined finish.

✔️ Yes, absolutely. Thicker yarns (Bulky, Chunky, Jumbo) use up more metres per stitch, but allow you to work much faster and with fewer stitches. By contrast, finer yarns (Lace, Fingering, Sport) take more time and require more stitches, but use fewer metres per stitch, making them ideal for lightweight and detailed projects. Choosing the right yarn weight helps you adjust both your budget and the time you will invest in your work.

✔️ Of course. At Garmonyarns we help you choose the perfect yarn weight according to your project, your technique and your preferences. If you are unsure whether to go for DK, Worsted, Fingering, Bulky or Jumbo, we will advise you based on the pattern you are following, the type of garment, the season and the result you are looking for. Our team is available to answer your questions and guide you in choosing the ideal yarn.