Yarn by Weight

Shop Yarn by Weight: Find the Perfect Thickness for Any Project

Achieving the correct gauge starts with choosing the right yarn by weight. Whether you are following a pattern that calls for delicate lace or a trendy, oversized chunky knit, our collection makes it simple to filter over 1,000 options to find exactly what you need. From "Category 0" threads to "Category 7" jumbo roving, we carry all types of yarn weight to ensure your finished project has the perfect drape, warmth, and stitch definition. Use our weight filters below to explore your favorite fibers in the specific thickness your pattern requires.

Lace: > 8 sts or > 8 sc  = 1" | Fingering: 7–8 sts or 5.25–8 sc = 1" | Sport: 6–6.75 sts or 4–5 sc = 1" | DK: 5.25–6 sts or 3–4.25 sc = 1" | Worsted: 4–5 sts or 2.75–3.5 sc = 1" | Heavy Worsted/Aran: 4 sts or 2.75–3.5 sc = 1" | Bulky: 3–3.75 sts or 2–2.75 sc = 1" | Super Bulky: < 2.75 sts or 1.75–2.25 sc = 1"

Please note that Novelty yarns vary, so be sure to check the yarn specifications for your project. 

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SALE Berroco Mystery Blanket Knit Along Kit Yarn - Acrylic Worsted 13 options
Berroco Mystery Blanket Knit Along Kit Yarn - Acrylic Worsted

52% Acrylic 40% Wool 8% Nylon, 3917yds (3582m)/1800g (63.49oz), Worsted

$126.00
$180.00
Lang Yarns Secret Garden Yarn - Cotton DK 8 options
Lang Yarns Secret Garden Yarn - Cotton DK

84% Cotton 16% Nylon, 263yds (240m)/50g (1.76oz), DK | Light Worsted

$16.00
SALE Mode at Rowan Alpaca Cotton Yarn - Alpaca DK 12 options
Mode at Rowan Alpaca Cotton Yarn - Alpaca DK

57% Alpaca 43% Cotton, 131yds (120m)/25g (0.88oz), DK | Light Worsted

$8.80 - $11.00
$11.00
Plymouth Yarn Baby Alpaca Sport EC Yarn - Baby Alpaca Sport 11 options
Plymouth Yarn Baby Alpaca Sport EC Yarn - Baby Alpaca Sport

100% Baby Alpaca, 164yds (150m)/50g (1.76oz), Sport

$12.99
SALE Paintbox Yarns Chenille Yarn - Polyester Chunky 30 options
Paintbox Yarns Chenille Yarn - Polyester Chunky

100% Polyester, 131yds (120m)/100g (3.53oz), Bulky

$4.88
$7.50
SALE Paintbox Yarns Chunky Pots Yarn - Acrylic Chunky 21 options
Paintbox Yarns Chunky Pots Yarn - Acrylic Chunky

100% Acrylic, 297yds (272m)/200g (7.06oz), Bulky

$8.13
$12.50
King Cole Big Value Super Chunky Yarn - Acrylic Super Chunky 55 options
King Cole Big Value Super Chunky Yarn - Acrylic Super Chunky

100% Acrylic, 89yds (81m)/100g (3.53oz), Super Bulky

$5.54
SALE Trendsetter Yarns Cheerleader Yarn - Polyester Worsted 8 options
Trendsetter Yarns Cheerleader Yarn - Polyester Worsted

37% Polyester 28% Alpaca 22% Nylon 13% Merino Wool, 120yds (110m)/50g (1.76oz), Worsted

$7.20
$16.00
SALE Mode at Rowan Chunky Wool Yarn - Wool Chunky 11 options
Mode at Rowan Chunky Wool Yarn - Wool Chunky

100% Wool, 109yds (100m)/100g (3.53oz), Bulky

$10.40
$13.00
SALE Lion Brand Heartland Yarn - Acrylic Worsted 54 options
Lion Brand Heartland Yarn - Acrylic Worsted

100% Acrylic, 252yds (230m)/142g (5.01oz), Worsted

$5.99
$7.99
SALE Tahki Yarns Tandem 5 Ball Value Pack Yarn - Cotton Worsted 20 options
Tahki Yarns Tandem 5 Ball Value Pack Yarn - Cotton Worsted

28% Cotton 28% Viscose 28% Nylon 16% Acrylic, 535yds (489m)/250g (8.82oz), Worsted

$29.22
$44.95
Paintbox Yarns Wool Mix Aran 10 Ball Color Pack Yarn - Wool Aran 11 options
Paintbox Yarns Wool Mix Aran 10 Ball Color Pack Yarn - Wool Aran

50% Wool 50% Acrylic, 1969yds (1800m)/1000g (35.27oz), Aran

$95.00
SALE Lion Brand Hometown USA Yarn - Acrylic Super Chunky 77 options
Lion Brand Hometown USA Yarn - Acrylic Super Chunky

100% Acrylic, 81yds (74m)/142g (5.01oz), Super Bulky

$4.19
$5.99
Malabrigo Lace Yarn - Merino Lace 117 options
Malabrigo Lace Yarn - Merino Lace

100% Merino Wool, 470yds (430m)/50g (1.76oz), Lace | 2 Ply

$9.95
SALE Lion Brand Ferris Wheel Yarn - Acrylic Worsted 12 options
Lion Brand Ferris Wheel Yarn - Acrylic Worsted

100% Acrylic, 270yds (247m)/85g (3oz), Worsted

$3.99
$4.99
SALE Berroco Hearthside Yarn - Alpaca Chunky 8 options
Berroco Hearthside Yarn - Alpaca Chunky

40% Alpaca 27% Wool 33% Cotton, 159yds (145m)/100g (3.53oz), Bulky

$15.20
$19.00
Koigu Supernova MKAL 2023 Yarn Pack Yarn - Merino Wool 4 Ply 5 options
Koigu Supernova MKAL 2023 Yarn Pack Yarn - Merino Wool 4 Ply

100% Merino Wool, 400yds (366m)/400g (14.11oz), Fingering

$129.00
SALE Stylecraft Highland Heathers DK Yarn - Acrylic DK 23 options
Stylecraft Highland Heathers DK Yarn - Acrylic DK

100% Acrylic, 297yds (272m)/100g (3.53oz), DK | Light Worsted

$5.51
$6.89
SALE Lion Brand Fishermen's Wool Yarn - Wool Worsted 7 options
Lion Brand Fishermen's Wool Yarn - Wool Worsted

100% Wool, 465yds (425m)/227g (8.01oz), Worsted

$10.15
$12.69
King Cole Rebel 4Ply Yarn - Superwash Wool 4 Ply 6 options
King Cole Rebel 4Ply Yarn - Superwash Wool 4 Ply

75% Wool 25% Nylon, 437yds (400m)/100g (3.53oz), Fingering

$12.29
Noro Rittou Yarn - Wool Worsted 7 options
Noro Rittou Yarn - Wool Worsted

70% Wool 15% Silk 15% Mohair, 361yds (330m)/150g (5.29oz), Worsted

$47.50
Universal Yarn Uni Merino Mini Neons Yarn - Superwash 4 Ply 5 options
Universal Yarn Uni Merino Mini Neons Yarn - Superwash 4 Ply

75% Merino Wool 25% Nylon, 109yds (100m)/25g (0.88oz), Fingering

$5.50
SALE Hayfield Spirit DK Yarn - Acrylic DK 18 options
Hayfield Spirit DK Yarn - Acrylic DK

80% Acrylic 20% Wool, 377yds (345m)/100g (3.53oz), DK | Light Worsted

$7.88
$9.85
SALE Mode at Rowan Merino Soft Yarn - Superwash Wool Aran 11 options
Mode at Rowan Merino Soft Yarn - Superwash Wool Aran

100% Wool, 87yds (80m)/50g (1.76oz), Aran

$6.40
$8.00
SALE King Cole Linendale DK Yarn - Cotton DK 14 options
King Cole Linendale DK Yarn - Cotton DK

57% Cotton 30% Viscose 13% Linen, 131yds (120m)/50g (1.76oz), DK | Light Worsted

$4.79
$5.99
SALE Berroco Mistico Yarn - Cotton Worsted 14 options
Berroco Mistico Yarn - Cotton Worsted

48% Cotton 30% Alpaca 12% Wool 10% Nylon, 191yds (175m)/50g (1.76oz), Worsted

$11.81
$15.75
HiKoo Twisp Yarn - 11 options
HiKoo Twisp Yarn -

50g (1.76oz)

$9.50
Berroco Vintage Handpaint Yarn - Acrylic Worsted 11 options
Berroco Vintage Handpaint Yarn - Acrylic Worsted

52% Acrylic 40% Wool 8% Nylon, 218yds (199m)/100g (3.53oz), Worsted

$15.25
King Cole Cutie Pie DK Yarn - Acrylic DK 10 options
King Cole Cutie Pie DK Yarn - Acrylic DK

100% Acrylic, 273yds (250m)/100g (3.53oz), DK | Light Worsted

$8.49
King Cole Bamboo Cotton DK Yarn - Bamboo DK 57 options
King Cole Bamboo Cotton DK Yarn - Bamboo DK

50% Bamboo 50% Cotton, 252yds (230m)/100g (3.53oz), DK | Light Worsted

$11.88
King Cole Forest Aran Yarn - Wool Aran 16 options
King Cole Forest Aran Yarn - Wool Aran

35% Wool 20% Acrylic 20% Polyamide 25% Viscose, 328yds (300m)/100g (3.53oz), Aran

$7.09
King Cole Fjord DK Yarn - Acrylic DK 30 options
King Cole Fjord DK Yarn - Acrylic DK

100% Acrylic, 273yds (250m)/100g (3.53oz), DK | Light Worsted

$9.11
Hayfield Bonus Chunky Tweed Yarn - Acrylic Chunky 2 options
Hayfield Bonus Chunky Tweed Yarn - Acrylic Chunky

96% Acrylic 4% Viscose, 150yds (137m)/100g (3.53oz), Bulky

$6.20
Sirdar Soft Down Yarn - Acrylic DK 16 options
Sirdar Soft Down Yarn - Acrylic DK

80% Acrylic 20% Wool, 375yds (343m)/100g (3.53oz), DK | Light Worsted

$7.00
Juniper Moon Farm Iris Yarn - Alpaca Worsted 8 options
Juniper Moon Farm Iris Yarn - Alpaca Worsted

70% Alpaca 20% Silk 10% Merino Wool, 437yds (400m)/100g (3.53oz), Worsted

$49.99
SALE Berroco Gimlet Yarn - Cotton Chunky 9 options
Berroco Gimlet Yarn - Cotton Chunky

42% Cotton 38% Alpaca 10% Wool, 95yds (87m)/50g (1.76oz), Bulky

$10.40
$13.00
SALE King Cole Bramble DK Yarn - Acrylic DK 16 options
King Cole Bramble DK Yarn - Acrylic DK

100% Acrylic, 317yds (290m)/100g (3.53oz), DK | Light Worsted

$6.45
$8.06
SALE Rowan Cotton Trio Yarn - Cotton 4 Ply 10 options
Rowan Cotton Trio Yarn - Cotton 4 Ply

84% Cotton 8% Wool 8% Alpaca, 131yds (120m)/50g (1.76oz), Fingering

$8.00
$10.00
SALE Stylecraft Squeeze Me Yarn - Polyester DK 16 options
Stylecraft Squeeze Me Yarn - Polyester DK

100% Polyester, 219yds (200m)/100g (3.53oz), DK | Light Worsted

$4.79
$5.99
Berroco Vera Yarn - Cotton DK 12 options
Berroco Vera Yarn - Cotton DK

80% Cotton 20% Viscose, 279yds (255m)/100g (3.53oz), DK | Light Worsted

$26.00
SALE Hayfield Bonus Chunky Yarn - Acrylic Chunky 90 options
Hayfield Bonus Chunky Yarn - Acrylic Chunky

100% Acrylic, 150yds (137m)/100g (3.53oz), Bulky

$4.48
$5.60
SALE Adriafil Cupido Yarn - Cotton Sport 10 options
Adriafil Cupido Yarn - Cotton Sport

40% Cotton 35% Acrylic 17% Nylon 4% Metallic 4% Other, 175yds (160m)/50g (1.76oz), Sport

$4.31
$7.19
SALE String Venezia Yarn - Cashmere Worsted 7 options
String Venezia Yarn - Cashmere Worsted

53% Cashmere 27% Wool 20% Silk, 197yds (180m)/50g (1.76oz), Worsted

$28.60
$44.00
SALE King Cole Cottagespun Chunky Yarn - Acrylic Chunky 14 options
King Cole Cottagespun Chunky Yarn - Acrylic Chunky

100% Acrylic, 269yds (246m)/150g (5.29oz), Bulky

$7.06 - $8.82
$8.82
Sirdar Stories Chunky Yarn - Cotton Chunky 20 options
Sirdar Stories Chunky Yarn - Cotton Chunky

50% Cotton 50% Acrylic, 142yds (130m)/100g (3.53oz), Bulky

$10.00
West Yorkshire Spinners Re:Treat Yarn - Wool Chunky 25 options
West Yorkshire Spinners Re:Treat Yarn - Wool Chunky

100% Wool, 153yds (140m)/100g (3.53oz), Bulky

$18.00
King Cole Homespun DK Yarn - Acrylic DK 15 options
King Cole Homespun DK Yarn - Acrylic DK

23% Acrylic 23% Polyamide 22% Alpaca 22% Merino Wool 10% Viscose, 191yds (175m)/50g (1.76oz), DK | Light Worsted

$6.19
SALE Lion Brand Mandala Bonus Bundle Yarn - Acrylic DK 20 options
Lion Brand Mandala Bonus Bundle Yarn - Acrylic DK

100% Acrylic, 1181yds (1080m)/300g (10.58oz), DK | Light Worsted

$12.31
$15.39
Berroco Aerial Degrade Yarn - Mohair Lace 11 options
Berroco Aerial Degrade Yarn - Mohair Lace

65% Mohair 35% Silk, 568yds (519m)/25g (0.88oz), Lace | 2 Ply

$33.00
Cascade Yarns MeriSeta Yarn - Merino Wool Worsted 20 options
Cascade Yarns MeriSeta Yarn - Merino Wool Worsted

75% Merino Wool 25% Silk, 237yds (217m)/100g (3.53oz), Worsted

$24.00
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Understanding Different Types of Yarn Weight

In the world of fiber arts, "weight" refers to the thickness of the yarn strand rather than the physical heaviness of the ball. Standardized yarn weights help crafters substitute fibers while maintaining the same scale. If your pattern calls for a specific weight and you aren’t sure where to start, here is a quick guide to the most common categories:

  • Lace & Fingering (Weights 0-1): These ultra-fine yarns are the best yarn for socks, lightweight shawls, and intricate lace edgings.
  • Sport & DK (Weights 2-3): Often called "lightweight" yarns, these are versatile favorites for baby clothes, spring cardigans, and stranded colorwork.
  • Worsted & Aran (Weight 4): This is the most popular yarn weight, prized for its balance of speed and stitch definition—ideal for sweaters, blankets, and hats.
  • Bulky & Super Bulky (Weights 5-6): Perfect for quick-knit gifts, these thick fibers create warm, cozy textures that work up in a flash on large needles or hooks.

Why Does Yarn Weight Matter?

Selecting the correct weight isn't just about the look; it’s about achieving gauge. If the yarn is too thin, your sweater will be too small; if it’s too thick, your project will be stiff and oversized. By matching your yarn weight to the designer's recommendation, you ensure the drape, durability, and size are exactly where they need to be.

Expert Tip: Always check your ball band! Most manufacturers list the Craft Yarn Council (CYC) number (0–7) right on the label to help you identify the weight at a glance.

How to Verify Your Yarn Weight: WPI and Gauge

If you have a mystery skein in your stash, you can determine its weight by measuring Wraps Per Inch (WPI). By wrapping the yarn snugly around a ruler, you can count how many times it fits into an inch to identify its category. We’ve also included the typical knitting gauge below to help you cross-reference your results and ensure your chosen pattern will have the perfect drape and fit.

Lace Weight: 18+ WPI, 32–40+ sts / 4"

Fingering Weight: 14–18 WPI, 27–32 sts / 4"

Sport Weight: 12–14 WPI, 23–26 sts / 4"

DK Weight: 11–13 WPI, 21–24 sts / 4"

Worsted Weight: 9–11 WPI, 16–20 sts / 4"

Heavy Worsted / Aran: 8–9 WPI, 16–18 sts / 4"

Bulky Weight: 6–8 WPI, 12–15 sts / 4"

Super Bulky: 5–6 WPI, 6–11 sts / 4"

Why Buy Yarn by Weight at WEBS?

When you shop for yarn by weight at WEBS, you aren't just getting variety—you're getting expertise. We categorize our yarns according to the Craft Yarn Council standards to take the guesswork out of your shopping experience. This ensures you can easily find the perfect match for your project, whether you're searching for a delicate lace or a cozy super bulky, with the confidence that every skein will meet your specific gauge and texture needs.

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