What is Double-Knit (DK) Yarn? - Darn Yarn
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Double knit (DK) weight yarn is a medium-fine yarn, also sometimes referred to as a light yarn or light worsted yarn. It’s thinner than a worsted weight yarn but thicker than a sport weight yarn. NOTE: It’s important to remember that “weight” in this context has nothing to do with the actual weight of the yarn and everything to do with how thick or thin the yarn is. Consider getting weight = thickness tattooed somewhere prominent on your body, so you never forget (Just kidding. Please don’t do that). Two strands of double knit (DK) weight yarn tend to be approximately equal in thickness to a single strand of worsted weight yarn and can be used as a substitute for worsted weight yarn in a pinch. DK yarn is a great, versatile yarn which is ideal for lighter pieces like
Double Knit yarn is twice as thick as 4-ply yarn, it produces a closer, thicker knit and is often the choice for lightweight sweaters and socks. Robin
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