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Collection: DK Weight Yarn

DK weight yarn, also known as double knitting yarn, DK yarn, or light worsted weight yarn, is one of the most versatile yarn weights for knitting and crochet. Slightly heavier than sport weight but lighter than worsted, DK yarn weight offers excellent drape, warmth without bulk, and crisp stitch definition for projects like sweaters, hats, scarves, baby clothes, and more.

Yarn weight number symbol: 3

Also known as: DK, light worsted, yarn weight 3, size 3 yarn

Knitting gauge: Approximately 5.25–6 stitches per inch (21–24 stitches per 4 inches)

Recommended knitting needles: US 5–7 (3.75–4.5 mm)

Crochet gauge: Approximately 3–4.25 single crochet per inch (12–17 stitches per 4 inches)

Recommended crochet hooks: US G/6–I/9 (4 mm–5.5 mm)

DK yarn gauge is perfect for garments that need a soft structure with drape. This yarn weight is loved for cozy sweaters, stylish cardigans, warm hats, mittens, colorful scarves, baby garments, toys, and home décor projects.

At Little Knits, shop a wide range of DK weight yarns including soft wool, cotton blends, silk mixes, and hand-dyed colorways — all at great sale prices. Whether you’re crocheting a baby blanket or knitting a lightweight sweater, find your ideal DK yarn here.

💡Tip: Hold two strands of light fingering yarn together to match DK weight gauge and experiment with custom color blends or gradients!

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Jamieson's Double Knitting - Scotch Broom (Color #1160)

Jamieson's Double Knitting - Scotch Broom (Color #1160)

Wool100% Shetland Wool
Regular price $6.75
Sale price $6.75 Regular price $9.75
Jamieson's Double Knitting - Seaweed (Color #253)

Jamieson's Double Knitting - Seaweed (Color #253)

Wool100% Shetland Wool
Regular price $6.75
Sale price $6.75 Regular price $9.75
Jamieson's Double Knitting - Shaela/White (Color #112)

Jamieson's Double Knitting - Shaela/White (Color #112)

Wool100% Shetland Wool
Regular price $6.75
Sale price $6.75 Regular price $9.75
Jamieson's Double Knitting - Sholmit/Shaela (Color #111)

Jamieson's Double Knitting - Sholmit/Shaela (Color #111)

Wool100% Shetland Wool
Regular price $6.75
Sale price $6.75 Regular price $9.75
Jamieson's Double Knitting - Slate (Color #125)

Jamieson's Double Knitting - Slate (Color #125)

Wool100% Shetland Wool
Regular price $6.75
Sale price $6.75 Regular price $9.75
Jamieson's Double Knitting - Splash (Color #757)

Jamieson's Double Knitting - Splash (Color #757)

Wool100% Shetland Wool
Regular price $6.75
Sale price $6.75 Regular price $9.75
Jamieson's Double Knitting - Spruce (Color #805)

Jamieson's Double Knitting - Spruce (Color #805)

Wool100% Shetland Wool
Regular price $6.75
Sale price $6.75 Regular price $9.75
Jamieson's Double Knitting - Stonewash (Color #677)

Jamieson's Double Knitting - Stonewash (Color #677)

Wool100% Shetland Wool
Regular price $6.75
Sale price $6.75 Regular price $9.75
Jamieson's Double Knitting - Tan Green (Color #241)

Jamieson's Double Knitting - Tan Green (Color #241)

Wool100% Shetland Wool
Regular price $6.75
Sale price $6.75 Regular price $9.75
Jamieson's Double Knitting - Tangerine (Color #308)

Jamieson's Double Knitting - Tangerine (Color #308)

Wool100% Shetland Wool
Regular price $6.75
Sale price $6.75 Regular price $9.75
Jamieson's Double Knitting - Tartan (Color #800)

Jamieson's Double Knitting - Tartan (Color #800)

Wool100% Shetland Wool
Regular price $6.75
Sale price $6.75 Regular price $9.75
Jamieson's Double Knitting - Thistledown (Color #237)

Jamieson's Double Knitting - Thistledown (Color #237)

Wool100% Shetland Wool
Regular price $6.75
Sale price $6.75 Regular price $9.75
Jamieson's Double Knitting - Thyme (Color #226)

Jamieson's Double Knitting - Thyme (Color #226)

Wool100% Shetland Wool
Regular price $6.75
Sale price $6.75 Regular price $9.75
Jamieson's Double Knitting - Tundra (Color #190)

Jamieson's Double Knitting - Tundra (Color #190)

Wool100% Shetland Wool
Regular price $6.75
Sale price $6.75 Regular price $9.75
Jamieson's Double Knitting - Verdigris (Color #772)

Jamieson's Double Knitting - Verdigris (Color #772)

Wool100% Shetland Wool
Regular price $6.75
Sale price $6.75 Regular price $9.75
Jamieson's Double Knitting - Woodgreen (Color #318)

Jamieson's Double Knitting - Woodgreen (Color #318)

Wool100% Shetland Wool
Regular price $6.75
Sale price $6.75 Regular price $9.75
Jamieson's Double Knitting Yell Sound Blue Color 240
Jamieson's of Shetland Double Knitting Yarn on Sale at Little Knits

Jamieson's Double Knitting - Yell Sound Blue (Color #240)

Wool100% Shetland Wool
Regular price $6.75
Sale price $6.75 Regular price $9.75
Jamieson's Double Knitting - Zodiac (Color #599)

Jamieson's Double Knitting - Zodiac (Color #599)

Wool100% Shetland Wool
Regular price $6.75
Sale price $6.75 Regular price $9.75
Jody Long Alba - Bark (Color #017)

Jody Long Alba - Bark (Color #017)

Merino Blend50% Merino Wool, 25% Superfine Alpaca, and 25% Viscose
Regular price $13.95
Sale price $13.95 Regular price $21.50
Jody Long Alba Flaxen Color 029
Jody Long Alba Yarn on Sale at Little Knits

Jody Long Alba - Flaxen (Color #029)

Merino Blend50% Merino Wool, 25% Superfine Alpaca, and 25% Viscose
Regular price $13.95
Sale price $13.95 Regular price $21.50
Jody Long Alba Grass Color 030
Jody Long Alba Yarn on Sale at Little Knits

Jody Long Alba - Grass (Color #030)

Merino Blend50% Merino Wool, 25% Superfine Alpaca, and 25% Viscose
Regular price $13.95
Sale price $13.95 Regular price $21.50
Jody Long Alba Pigeon Color 002

Jody Long Alba - Pigeon (Color #002)

Merino Blend50% Merino Wool, 25% Superfine Alpaca, and 25% Viscose
Regular price $13.95
Sale price $13.95 Regular price $21.50
Jody Long Alba Plum Color 028
Jody Long Alba Yarn on Sale at Little Knits

Jody Long Alba - Plum (Color #028)

Merino Blend50% Merino Wool, 25% Superfine Alpaca, and 25% Viscose
Regular price $13.95
Sale price $13.95 Regular price $21.50
Jody Long Ciao - Aquarius (Color #026)

Jody Long Ciao - Aquarius (Color #026)

Superwash Merino100% Extrafine Merino Superwash
Regular price $7.75
Sale price $7.75 Regular price $12.00
Jody Long Ciao - Merlot (Color #034)

Jody Long Ciao - Merlot (Color #034)

Superwash Merino100% Extrafine Merino Superwash
Regular price $7.75
Sale price $7.75 Regular price $12.00
Jody Long Ciao - Minty (Color #028)

Jody Long Ciao - Minty (Color #028)

Superwash Merino100% Extrafine Merino Superwash
Regular price $7.75
Sale price $7.75 Regular price $12.00
Jody Long Ciao - Myrtle (Color #010)

Jody Long Ciao - Myrtle (Color #010)

Superwash Merino100% Extrafine Merino Superwash
Regular price $7.75
Sale price $7.75 Regular price $12.00
Jody Long Ciao - Peach (Color #035)

Jody Long Ciao - Peach (Color #035)

Superwash Merino100% Extrafine Merino Superwash
Regular price $7.75
Sale price $7.75 Regular price $12.00
Juniper Moon Farm Cirrus - Brass (Color #16)

Juniper Moon Farm Cirrus - Brass (Color #16)

Cotton100% Israeli Mako Cotton
Regular price $17.99
Sale price $17.99 Regular price $24.00
Juniper Moon Farm Cirrus - Dahlia (Color #22)

Juniper Moon Farm Cirrus - Dahlia (Color #22)

Cotton100% Israeli Mako Cotton
Regular price $17.99
Sale price $17.99 Regular price $24.00
Juniper Moon Farm Cirrus - Deep Lilac (Color #18)

Juniper Moon Farm Cirrus - Deep Lilac (Color #18)

Cotton100% Israeli Mako Cotton
Regular price $17.99
Sale price $17.99 Regular price $24.00
Juniper Moon Farm Cirrus - Flamingo (Color #14)

Juniper Moon Farm Cirrus - Flamingo (Color #14)

Cotton100% Israeli Mako Cotton
Regular price $17.99
Sale price $17.99 Regular price $24.00
Juniper Moon Farm Cirrus - Glacier (Color #08)

Juniper Moon Farm Cirrus - Glacier (Color #08)

Cotton100% Israeli Mako Cotton
Regular price $17.99
Sale price $17.99 Regular price $24.00
Juniper Moon Farm Cirrus - Lilac (Color #10)

Juniper Moon Farm Cirrus - Lilac (Color #10)

Cotton100% Israeli Mako Cotton
Regular price $17.99
Sale price $17.99 Regular price $24.00
Juniper Moon Farm Cirrus - Limelight (Color #06)

Juniper Moon Farm Cirrus - Limelight (Color #06)

Cotton100% Israeli Mako Cotton
Regular price $17.99
Sale price $17.99 Regular price $24.00
Juniper Moon Farm Cirrus - Oak (Color #04)

Juniper Moon Farm Cirrus - Oak (Color #04)

Cotton100% Israeli Mako Cotton
Regular price $17.99
Sale price $17.99 Regular price $24.00