Wool/Yarn Types

PLY the definition of Ply is one of the strands twisted together to make yarn or rope or thread, so the more ply’s the thicker the yarn.

1, 2 & 3 Ply 

These yarns knit on 2-3.5mm needles; they were typically used for Lace Making, Baby Garments, Shawls, Socks, and Vests.

1ply is harder to get hold of but is still produce by specialist manufacturers

2 & 3Ply These are more readily available.

4Ply

Knitted on 3-4mm Needles this yarn was more commonly used for baby clothing, summer tops, and heavier socks. But these days it’s used for all sorts of things and becoming popular again in recent years.

Double Knitting (DK)

Knitted on 3.5-4.5mm needles this is the most common weight of yarn used today its quick to knit up and can be used for almost anything.

Aran

Knitted on 4-5.5mm needles, this yarn was originally created for fisherman’s jumpers, this yarn is perfect for outdoor clothes not as bulky as a chunky so easier to wear keeping you warm at the same time.

Chunky

Knitted on 6-8mm needles, this yarn is used for outdoor jumpers, great for long cardigans and oversized jumpers to relax in, also really good for scarves, cushions and for beginners’ to get to grips with knitting it knits up quickly so produces a garment quickly.

Super Chunky

Knitted in 8-12mm needles, this yarn is also good for jumper, long cardigans, scarves cushions, and good for beginners to work with.

Big/Mega