Crochet can be done with any weight of yarn, but it is often done with DK-weight or worsted-weight yarn. You can also use crochet thread, which is mercerized (shiny) laceweight cotton, to create tiny, detailed lace projects.
Below are some recommendations for different weights of yarn from a favorite store of mine, Imagiknit, in San Fransisco, CA.
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Type |
Weight |
Yarn Name |
Characteristic |
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Mercerized cotton |
#20 Crochet thread |
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Double mercerized |
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Mercerized Egyptian cotton |
#10 Crochet thread |
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Available in 56 colors |
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Cotton |
DK |
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Soft, lots of colors |
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Cotton/acrylic |
DK |
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Good yardage per ball |
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Cotton/yak/nylon |
DK |
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Fuzzy, chainette construction** |
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Cotton |
Worsted |
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Affordable, lots of colors, high twist |
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Cotton |
Worsted |
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Chainette construction** |
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Mercerized cotton |
Worsted |
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Self-striping, vibrant colors |
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Cotton/nylon |
Worsted |
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Soft, light, and lofty |
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Cotton/nylon |
Worsted |
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Self-striping |
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Cotton/merino |
Aran |
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Chainette construction** |
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Cotton/acrylic |
Bulky |
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Smooth, easy to crochet with |
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Merino wool |
Bulky |
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Soft and warm |
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Merino/cotton |
Bulky |
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Chainette construction** |
*Not machine-washable
**Fibers with a chain construction, as opposed to twisted into plies, ensure that the yarn won't split when you insert your hook in the stitches (a major annoyance for crocheters).
This is a small piece of our soon-to-be published Crochet class. Choosing yarn fibers, planning for yardage, and budget-friendly choices will be thoroughly covered. Stay tuned!
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