Different yarn weight terminology is used in different countries.
Use the table below to work out which yarn to use for a favourite pattern.
| UK |
US |
Australia |
Suggested needle (mm) |
| 2 Ply |
Fingering |
3 Ply |
2.25mm - 3.00mm |
| 3 Ply |
Sock |
3 Ply |
2.25mm - 3.25mm |
| 4 Ply |
Sport |
5 Ply |
3.25mm - 3.75mm |
| DK |
DK/Light worsted |
8 Ply |
3.75mm - 4.50mm |
| Aran |
Worsted |
10 Ply |
4.50mm - 5.50mm |
| Chunky |
Bulky |
12 Ply |
5.50mm - 8.00mm |
| Super Chunky |
Super bulky |
14 Ply |
8.00mm and thicker |