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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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Hikoo SimpliCity Spot - Pebble (Color #700) on sale at little knits

Hikoo SimpliCity Spot - Pebble (Color #700) - FULL BAG SALE (5 Skeins)

Superwash Merino Blend55% Merino Superwash, 28% Acrylic and 17% Nylon
Regular price $67.99
Sale price $67.99 Regular price $170.00
Hikoo SimpliCity Spot - Rosy (Color #703) on sale at little knits

Hikoo SimpliCity Spot - Rosy (Color #703) - BIG 200 GRAM CAKES (456 Yards of DK Weight Yarn)

Superwash Merino Blend55% Merino Superwash, 28% Acrylic and 17% Nylon
Regular price $14.99
Sale price $14.99 Regular price $34.00
Hikoo SimpliCity Spot - Rosy (Color #703) on sale at little knits

Hikoo SimpliCity Spot - Rosy (Color #703) - FULL BAG SALE (5 Skeins)

Superwash Merino Blend55% Merino Superwash, 28% Acrylic and 17% Nylon
Regular price $67.99
Sale price $67.99 Regular price $170.00
Hikoo SimpliCity Tonal True Red Tonal Color 921

Hikoo SimpliCity Tonal - True Red Tonal (Color #921

Superwash Merino Blend55% Merino Superwash, 28% Acrylic and 17% Nylon
Regular price $3.99
Sale price $3.99 Regular price $9.00
Jamieson's Double Knitting - Admiral Navy (Color #727)

Jamieson's Double Knitting - Admiral Navy (Color #727) - Dye Lot 1427

Wool100% Shetland Wool
Regular price $6.75
Sale price $6.75 Regular price $9.75
Jamieson's Double Knitting - Admiral Navy (Color #727)

Jamieson's Double Knitting - Admiral Navy (Color #727) - Dye Lot 9344

Wool100% Shetland Wool
Regular price $6.75
Sale price $6.75 Regular price $9.75
Jamieson's Double Knitting - Admiral Navy (Color #727)

Jamieson's Double Knitting - Admiral Navy (Color #727) - Dye Lot 9854

Wool100% Shetland Wool
Regular price $6.75
Sale price $6.75 Regular price $9.75
Jamieson's Double Knitting - Amber (Color #478)

Jamieson's Double Knitting - Amber (Color #478)

Wool100% Shetland Wool
Regular price $6.75
Sale price $6.75 Regular price $9.75
Jamieson's Double Knitting Anemone Color #616
Jamieson's of Shetland Double Knitting Yarn on Sale at Little Knits

Jamieson's Double Knitting - Anemone (Color #616)

Wool100% Shetland Wool
Regular price $6.75
Sale price $6.75 Regular price $9.75
Jamieson's Double Knitting - Apricot (Color #435)

Jamieson's Double Knitting - Apricot (Color #435)

Wool100% Shetland Wool
Regular price $6.75
Sale price $6.75 Regular price $9.75
Jamieson's Double Knitting - Aqua (Color #929)

Jamieson's Double Knitting - Aqua (Color #929)

Wool100% Shetland Wool
Regular price $6.75
Sale price $6.75 Regular price $9.75
Jamieson's Double Knitting Artichoke Color 319
Jamieson's of Shetland Double Knitting Yarn on Sale at Little Knits

Jamieson's Double Knitting - Artichoke (Color #319)

Wool100% Shetland Wool
Regular price $6.75
Sale price $6.75 Regular price $9.75
Jamieson's Double Knitting - Aubretia (Color #1300)

Jamieson's Double Knitting - Aubretia (Color #1300)

Wool100% Shetland Wool
Regular price $6.75
Sale price $6.75 Regular price $9.75
Jamieson's Double Knitting - Black/Shaela (Color #109)

Jamieson's Double Knitting - Black/Shaela (Color #109)

Wool100% Shetland Wool
Regular price $6.75
Sale price $6.75 Regular price $9.75
Jamieson's Double Knitting - Black/Sholmit (Color #110)

Jamieson's Double Knitting - Black/Sholmit (Color #110)

Wool100% Shetland Wool
Regular price $6.75
Sale price $6.75 Regular price $9.75
Jamieson's Double Knitting - Blue Danube (Color #134)

Jamieson's Double Knitting - Blue Danube (Color #134)

Wool100% Shetland Wool
Regular price $6.75
Sale price $6.75 Regular price $9.75
Jamieson's Double Knitting - Bluebell (Color #665)

Jamieson's Double Knitting - Bluebell (Color #665)

Wool100% Shetland Wool
Regular price $6.75
Sale price $6.75 Regular price $9.75
Jamieson's Double Knitting - Blueberry (Color #294)

Jamieson's Double Knitting - Blueberry (Color #294)

Wool100% Shetland Wool
Regular price $6.75
Sale price $6.75 Regular price $9.75
Jamieson's Double Knitting - Brambell (Color #155)

Jamieson's Double Knitting - Brambell (Color #155)

Wool100% Shetland Wool
Regular price $6.75
Sale price $6.75 Regular price $9.75
Jamieson's Double Knitting - Cashew (Color #342)

Jamieson's Double Knitting - Cashew (Color #342)

Wool100% Shetland Wool
Regular price $6.75
Sale price $6.75 Regular price $9.75
Jamieson's Double Knitting - Caspian (Color #760)

Jamieson's Double Knitting - Caspian (Color #760)

Wool100% Shetland Wool
Regular price $6.75
Sale price $6.75 Regular price $9.75
Jamieson's Double Knitting - Celtic (Color #790)

Jamieson's Double Knitting - Celtic (Color #790)

Wool100% Shetland Wool
Regular price $6.75
Sale price $6.75 Regular price $9.75
Jamieson's Double Knitting - Charcoal (Color #126)

Jamieson's Double Knitting - Charcoal (Color #126)

Wool100% Shetland Wool
Regular price $6.75
Sale price $6.75 Regular price $9.75
Jamieson's Double Knitting - Chestnut (Color #577)

Jamieson's Double Knitting - Chestnut (Color #577)

Wool100% Shetland Wool
Regular price $6.75
Sale price $6.75 Regular price $9.75
Jamieson's Double Knitting - Cinnamon (Color #576)

Jamieson's Double Knitting - Cinnamon (Color #576)

Wool100% Shetland Wool
Regular price $6.75
Sale price $6.75 Regular price $9.75
Jamieson's Double Knitting - Cloud (Color #764)

Jamieson's Double Knitting - Cloud (Color #764)

Wool100% Shetland Wool
Regular price $6.75
Sale price $6.75 Regular price $9.75
Jamieson's Double Knitting - Clover (Color #596)

Jamieson's Double Knitting - Clover (Color #596)

Wool100% Shetland Wool
Regular price $6.75
Sale price $6.75 Regular price $9.75
Jamieson's Double Knitting - Coffee (Color #880)

Jamieson's Double Knitting - Coffee (Color #880)

Wool100% Shetland Wool
Regular price $6.75
Sale price $6.75 Regular price $9.75
Jamieson's Double Knitting - Copper (Color #879)

Jamieson's Double Knitting - Copper (Color #879)

Wool100% Shetland Wool
Regular price $6.75
Sale price $6.75 Regular price $9.75
Jamieson's Double Knitting - Coral (Color #540)

Jamieson's Double Knitting - Coral (Color #540)

Wool100% Shetland Wool
Regular price $6.75
Sale price $6.75 Regular price $9.75
Jamieson's Double Knitting - Cornfield (Color #410)

Jamieson's Double Knitting - Cornfield (Color #410)

Wool100% Shetland Wool
Regular price $6.75
Sale price $6.75 Regular price $9.75
Jamieson's Double Knitting - Cosmos (Color #1340)

Jamieson's Double Knitting - Cosmos (Color #1340)

Wool100% Shetland Wool
Regular price $6.75
Sale price $6.75 Regular price $9.75
Jamieson's Double Knitting - Cyclamen (Color #562)

Jamieson's Double Knitting - Cyclamen (Color #562)

Wool100% Shetland Wool
Regular price $6.75
Sale price $6.75 Regular price $9.75
Jamieson's Double Knitting Damask Color 567
Jamieson's of Shetland Double Knitting Yarn on Sale at Little Knits

Jamieson's Double Knitting - Damask (Color #567)

Wool100% Shetland Wool
Regular price $6.75
Sale price $6.75 Regular price $9.75
Jamieson's Double Knitting - Dark Navy (Color #730)

Jamieson's Double Knitting - Dark Navy (Color #730)

Wool100% Shetland Wool
Regular price $6.75
Sale price $6.75 Regular price $9.75
Jamieson's Double Knitting - Delph (Color #685)

Jamieson's Double Knitting - Delph (Color #685)

Wool100% Shetland Wool
Regular price $6.75
Sale price $6.75 Regular price $9.75