Yarn weights and typical uses

UK Weight

US Equivalent

Typical Needles

Typical Use

1,2 & 3 ply Lace, fingering 2-3.5mm Baby clothes, lace work and socks
4 ply Sportweight, Baby 3-4mm Socks, lightweight tops and baby clothes
Double Knitting (DK) Light Worsted weight 3.5-4.5mm Suitable for most garments
Aran Worsted, Fishermans, Afghan or Aran weight 4-5.5mm Warm thick jumpers
Chunky Bulky weight, Chunky, Rug 5.5-7mm Chunky, oversized garments
Super Chunky Super Bulky 7-12mm Ideal for soft furnishings such as blankets and cushions
Big   9-20mm Ideal for quick projects such as cushions & rugs
 
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