Lace weight yarn is the lightest and most delicate yarn weight, perfect for creating airy shawls, wraps, fine lacework, and lightweight warm-weather garments. Ideal for both knitting and crochet, it produces beautiful openwork fabrics with elegant drape and stunning detail.
Yarn Weight Number Symbol: 0 (Lace)
Also known as: yarn weight 0, size 0 yarn
Knitting gauge: Approximately 8 or more stitches per inch
Recommended knitting needles: US 000–1.5 (1.5–2.25 mm)
Crochet gauge: Approximately 8-11 single crochet per inch
Recommended crochet hooks: US 9-8 to B-1 (1.4–2.25 mm)
For a more open lacey pattern, larger needles or a larger hook may be required.
At Little Knits, you’ll find an inspiring selection of lace weight wool yarn, luxurious blends, and hand-dyed lace yarns — all at amazing sale prices. Whether you’re looking for lace yarn for crochet patterns or delicate knitted shawls, we have the perfect laceweight yarn for your next masterpiece.
💡Tip: In most cases, holding two strands of lace weight yarn together creates a soft fingering weight yarn — try blending two colors for a marbled look!