DK and Light Worsted Yarns
DK and Light Worsted yarns are classified as Weight #3 (Light), offering a wonderful balance of softness, warmth, and versatility. Perfect for sweaters, baby blankets, shawls, and lightweight accessories, these yarns provide beautiful stitch definition without feeling too heavy. Weight #3 yarns typically use US 5–7 (3.75–4.5 mm) knitting needles and produce approximately 21–24 stitches per 4 inches (10 cm). For crochet, recommended hook sizes range from US 7 to I–9 (4.5–5.5 mm), with approximately 12–17 single crochet stitches per 4 inches.
