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Thread: DK weight yarn
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06-04-2012, 04:57 PM #1
DK weight yarn
Can someone tell me what DK weight of yarn is?
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06-04-2012, 05:15 PM #2
I copied this answer from Yahoo Answers by iknitandstitch:
DK is a UK (and maybe Australia - but not sure on that) weight of yarn ... it is equivalent to 2 strand of 3 ply baby yarn.
Many, many moons ago 3ply was the normal weight of knitting yarn - so when 2 strands were used the term DK (double knitting) was used.
Look on Yarn Forward Tension (Gauge) Guide There are loads of comparison charts on there - very useful.
I hope this helps. I was curious too, so I'm happy you asked the question. A new thing learned! (I have a theory that you will live a better life if you never go to bed without having learned one new thing that day....)
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06-05-2012, 05:48 AM #3
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06-16-2012, 10:14 AM #4
It's also a 3 weight
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06-17-2012, 03:32 PM #5
DK weight yarn is what is commonly referred to as 'double knitting' weight in some parts of the world.
The US equivalent is a 'light worsted weight' or #3 yarn.
The commonly referred to terms for yarn weight in the USA can all be found here
Standard Yarn Weight System |Crochetgal on Etsy - Beautiful yarns, affordable prices