[4] Medium - Worsted Weight Yarns

[4] Medium - Worsted Weight Yarns

Medium (Worsted) Weight Yarns, Classified as [ 4 ]

Medium weight yarn, also known as worsted weight yarn, is classified as “4” on the Craft Yarn Council’s scale. This type of yarn strikes a balance between thickness and flexibility, making it a versatile choice for many projects. Here are some key features and common uses:

Key Features

  • Gauge: Typically, medium weight yarn has a gauge of about 16 to 20 stitches per 4 inches in knitting, or 11 to 14 stitches per 4 inches in single crochet.
  • Needle/Hook Size: It is usually worked with needles or hooks sized between 4.5 mm (US size 7) and 6.5 mm (US size K-10.5).
  • Versatility: This yarn type is suitable for a wide array of projects, including garments, accessories, and home decor.

Common Uses

  • Garments: Sweaters, cardigans, and hats benefit from the warmth and structure of worsted weight yarn.
  • Accessories: Scarves, shawls, and mittens are popular projects due to the yarn’s balance of warmth and drape.
  • Home Decor: Blankets, afghans, and pillows are often made with this yarn for its durability and comfort.

Worsted weight yarn comes in various fiber blends, each offering unique properties:

  • Wool and Acrylic: Combines warmth and elasticity with durability and easy care. This is a very common mix merges the warmth of wool with the affordability of acrylic. The blend outsells all other blends!
  • Cotton and Bamboo: Breathable and drapey, perfect for summer garments and lightweight blankets. This blend is a little cooler.
  • Merino Wool and Silk: Soft and luxurious, ideal for shawls and delicate accessories. Merging the best of 2 worlds, this blend is very warm and often has a lot of drape.
  • Alpaca and Silk: Offers excellent drape and softness, suitable for lightweight scarves and wraps. But don't let that fool you. Alpaca and Silk are two very warmest fibers yet are soft and comfortable.
  • Ella Rae Cozy Alpaca - Cabernet 40
    $14.00
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  • Frabjous Fibers: Wonderland Yarns - March Hare - Goats Beard 40
    $19.50
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  • Closeup of Cascade Yarns - Pacific - Peacock 40
    $8.00
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  • Closeup of Cascade Yarns - Cherub Aran – Black 40
    $6.00
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  • closeup of Juniper Moon Cumulus Yarn - Cornflower 41
    $22.00
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  • Closeup of Cascade Yarns - Anthem - Dark Denim 41
    $6.00
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  • Ella Rae Cozy Alpaca - Wild Indigo 41
    $14.00
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  • Closeup of Cascade Yarns - 220 Superwash Merino - Carrot 41
    $13.00
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  • closeup of Juniper Moon Cumulus Yarn - Seafoam 42
    $22.00
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  • Ella Rae Cozy Alpaca - Cornerstone 42
    $14.00
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  • manufacturer's closeup of Juniper Moon Cumulus Yarn - Bing Cherry 43
    $22.00
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  • Ella Rae Yarn - Cozy Alpaca - Begonia 43
    $14.00
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  • Closeup of Cascade Yarns - Anthem - Tortoiseshell 43
    $6.00
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  • Closeup of Cascade Yarns - 220 Superwash Merino - Pine 43
    $13.00
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  • Closeup of Cascade Yarns - Pacific - Ruby 43
    $8.00
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  • hank of Juniper Moon Cumulus Yarn - First Blush 44
    $22.00
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  • Closeup of Cascade Yarns - Anthem - Cactus 44
    $6.00
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  • Moonshine - Birchwood 45
    $24.00
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  • Ella Rae Yarn - Cozy Alpaca - Byzantium 45
    $14.00
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  • hank of Queensland Collection - Kathmandu Aran 100 Yarn - Azure 45
    $25.00
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  • hank of Juniper Moon Cumulus Yarn - Blue Crush 45
    $22.00
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  • Closeup of Cascade Yarns - Anthem - Autumn Sunset 45
    $6.00
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  • Closeup of Cascade Yarns - 220 Superwash Merino - Lavender 45
    $13.00
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  • Closeup of Cascade Yarns - Cherub Aran - Raspberry 45
    $6.00
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  • hank of Juniper Moon Cumulus Yarn - Lapis Lazuli 46
    $22.00
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  • Closeup of Cascade Yarns - Anthem - Deep Teal 46
    $6.00
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  • Closeup of Cascade Yarns - 220 Superwash Merino - Cherry 46
    $13.00
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  • HiKoo Simplinatural Yarn - Crimson 46
    $24.95
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  • Closeup of Cascade Yarns - Pacific - Lapis 46
    $8.00
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  • Noro Yarn - Manufacturer's image of a knitted sample featuring the amazing color changes in this Silk Garden Kure 47
    $15.00
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  • Ella Rae Yarn - Cozy Alpaca - Ivory 47
    $14.00
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  • hank of Queensland Collection - Kathmandu Aran 100 Yarn - Walnut 47
    $25.00
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  • hank of Juniper Moon Cumulus Yarn - Amazonia 47
    $22.00
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