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DK/Light Worsted

DK (or light worsted) weight yarns are a bit heavier than sport, yet lighter than worsted weight. DK is also known as double knitting yarn, because it is typically equivalent to two strands of fingering weight yarn held together.

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Rowan Alpaca Classic (1 of 2)
Rowan
Alpaca Classic (1 of 2)
**ADDITIONAL COLORS AVAILABLE, SEE DETAILS FOR LINK**
We stock the full range of Alpaca Classic shades, with too may colors to list in one spot! Click the link below to see additional shades.
$11.50
Rowan Alpaca Classic (2 of 2)
-40%
Rowan
Alpaca Classic (2 of 2)
**ADDITIONAL COLORS AVAILABLE, SEE DETAILS FOR LINK**
We stock the full range of Alpaca Classic shades, with too may colors to list in one spot! Click the link below to see additional shades.
$11.50 $6.90
MODE at Rowan Alpaca Cotton
MODE at Rowan
Alpaca Cotton
Alpaca Cotton from MODE at Rowan, with a feathery feel and romantic halo in a refined and modern color palette. 
$11.50
MODE at Rowan Alpaca Haze
MODE at Rowan
Alpaca Haze
Alpaca Haze from MODE at Rowan - soft and lofty laceweight in a refined and modern color palette. 
$8.50
Rowan Alpaca Soft DK (1 of 2)
Rowan
Alpaca Soft DK (1 of 2)
**ADDITIONAL COLORS AVAILABLE, SEE DETAILS FOR LINK**
Spun from a premium blend of extrafine Merino, superfine Merino and baby alpaca, Alpaca Soft DK makes an easy choice for garments and accessories and comes into its own when worked in cable designs.
$15.95
Rowan Alpaca Soft DK (2 of 2)
-40%
Rowan
Alpaca Soft DK (2 of 2)
**ADDITIONAL COLORS AVAILABLE, SEE DETAILS FOR LINK**
Spun from a premium blend of extrafine Merino, superfine Merino and baby alpaca, Alpaca Soft DK makes an easy choice for garments and accessories and comes into its own when worked in cable designs.
$15.95 $9.57
MODE at Rowan Alpaca Wool
MODE at Rowan
Alpaca Wool
Alpaca Wool from MODE at Rowan - a soft and cozy blend in a refined and modern color palette. 
$9.50
Louisa Harding Amitola
Louisa Harding
Amitola
This lightweight wool/silk blend practically glows. The long color changes make for effortless stripes. A stylish choice for hand knit or crocheted garments and accessories.
$15.95
Urth Yarn Collection 16 (Blues)
Urth Yarn
Collection 16 (Blues)
So soft you'll think it's cashmere! Collection 16 from Urth Yarns, named for its extrafine 16 micron merino wool base. Offered in a wide tonal range of 65 shades.
$19.00
Urth Yarn Collection 16 (Browns)
Urth Yarn
Collection 16 (Browns)
So soft you'll think it's cashmere! Collection 16 from Urth Yarns, named for its extrafine 16 micron merino wool base. Offered in a wide tonal range of 65 shades.
$19.00
Urth Yarn Collection 16 (Golds)
Urth Yarn
Collection 16 (Golds)
So soft you'll think it's cashmere! Collection 16 from Urth Yarns, named for its extrafine 16 micron merino wool base. Offered in a wide tonal range of 65 shades.
$19.00
Urth Yarn Collection 16 (Greens)
Urth Yarn
Collection 16 (Greens)
So soft you'll think it's cashmere! Collection 16 from Urth Yarns, named for its extrafine 16 micron merino wool base. Offered in a wide tonal range of 65 shades.
$19.00
Urth Yarn Collection 16 (Neutrals)
Urth Yarn
Collection 16 (Neutrals)
So soft you'll think it's cashmere! Collection 16 from Urth Yarns, named for its extrafine 16 micron merino wool base. Offered in a wide tonal range of 65 shades.
$19.00
Urth Yarn Collection 16 (Oranges)
Urth Yarn
Collection 16 (Oranges)
So soft you'll think it's cashmere! Collection 16 from Urth Yarns, named for its extrafine 16 micron merino wool base. Offered in a wide tonal range of 65 shades.
$19.00
Urth Yarn Collection 16 (Purples)
Urth Yarn
Collection 16 (Purples)
So soft you'll think it's cashmere! Collection 16 from Urth Yarns, named for its extrafine 16 micron merino wool base. Offered in a wide tonal range of 65 shades.
$19.00
Urth Yarn Collection 16 (Reds)
Urth Yarn
Collection 16 (Reds)
So soft you'll think it's cashmere! Collection 16 from Urth Yarns, named for its extrafine 16 micron merino wool base. Offered in a wide tonal range of 65 shades.
$19.00
Urth Yarn Collection 16 (Yellows)
Urth Yarn
Collection 16 (Yellows)
So soft you'll think it's cashmere! Collection 16 from Urth Yarns, named for its extrafine 16 micron merino wool base. Offered in a wide tonal range of 65 shades.
$19.00
Lana Grossa Colorissimo
Lana Grossa
Colorissimo
A colorful cake of shifting stripe single-ply merino.
$30.00
Rowan Cotton Cashmere (1 of 2)
Rowan
Cotton Cashmere (1 of 2)
**ADDITIONAL COLORS AVAILABLE, SEE DETAILS FOR LINK**
Combining spectacular stitch definition with a soft feel, Cotton Cashmere is a modern classic.
$16.50
Rowan Cotton Cashmere (2 of 2)
-40%
Rowan
Cotton Cashmere (2 of 2)
**ADDITIONAL COLORS AVAILABLE, SEE DETAILS FOR LINK**
Combining spectacular stitch definition with a soft feel, Cotton Cashmere is a modern classic.
$16.50 $9.90
Rowan Creative Linen
Rowan
Creative Linen
With a crisp look but a soft feel, Creative Linen is a winner for spring and summer knits. Great stitch definition means that lace or texture patterns really shine in this yarn, which comes in a fresh colour palette of brights and tonals.
$17.50
Rowan Denim Revive
-50%
Rowan
Denim Revive
Made from recycled cotton fibers that give Denim Revive an almost tweedy effect, the color palette contains classic denim and muted shades.
$9.95 $4.98
Rowan Felted Tweed (1 of 4)
Rowan
Felted Tweed (1 of 4)
**ADDITIONAL COLORS AVAILABLE, SEE DETAILS FOR LINK**
Spun in a light DK weight, with a beautiful tweed effect and an amazing color range to choose from, Felted Tweed is a Fair Isle knitter's dream.
$15.95
Rowan Felted Tweed (2 of 4)
Rowan
Felted Tweed (2 of 4)
**ADDITIONAL COLORS AVAILABLE, SEE DETAILS FOR LINK**
Spun in a light DK weight, with a beautiful tweed effect and an amazing color range to choose from, Felted Tweed is a Fair Isle knitter's dream.
$15.95

DK (or light worsted) weight yarns are a bit heavier than sport, yet lighter than worsted weight. DK is also known as double knitting yarn, because it is typically equivalent to two strands of fingering weight yarn held together.

Knitted Gauge (in stockinette, measured over 4")

  • 21 to 24 sts

Recommended Knitting Needle Size

  • 5 to 7 (3.75 to 4.5mm)

Crochet Gauge (in single crochet, measured over 4")

  • 12 to 17 sts

Recommended Crochet Hook Size

  • 7 to I-9 (4.5 to 5.5mm)

Yarn Weight Symbol

3-DK