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DK

Glossary Cateogry: Yarn Weights

A medium weight of yarn – just thinner than Worsted.

Gauge on size US 6 needles: 5.5 sts/in.

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Lace
Fingering
Sport
Worsted
Aran
Chunky
Super-Bulky

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