Worsted Weight Yarn

Worsted weight yarns are the midway between DK and chunky, providing a fast-growing, medium weight alternative. Perfect for knitting thicker jumpers and cardigans without being too bulky and for warm autumn and winter accessories such as oversized scarves and snuggly hats, gloves/mittens and cowls.

Traditional woollen worsted weight yarn often has multiple plies (or 'strands') - sometimes as many as six or eight - which creates a really round yarn making it extremely popular for its ability to produce fantastic stitch definition for cables, moss stitch and other textured pattern effects.

A prime choice for men’s garments and accessories, worsted weight yarns create stylish and flattering knits. Amongst crochet lovers, this weight of yarn is preferred for creating afghans and throws with a Swedish Hygge vibe.

It is recommended that worsted weight yarn is knitted or crocheted on 5.00mm needles and hooks, of which you’ll find a superb range of in our collection. From birch to bamboo, metal to plastic, straight to circular we’ve got your preference covered! But don’t forget to check needle recommendations on your chosen pattern as different stitches, garment styles and fabric densities will call for different sizes!

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Which way to the worsted weight?

Here at Laughing Hens we pride ourselves on bringing you, our valued customers, the best selection of high quality yet affordable worsted weight yarns in natural fibres and broad spectrum of colour palettes from your favourite popular brands, including Rowan, Noro, Sirdar and King Cole.

Why not browse our extensive pattern catalogue for Worsted knitting and crochet inspiration? We aim to give you all of the information you need about yarn quantities, sizes and tools needed for a pattern before you order. So what are you waiting for?!