Learn about medium weight yarns that will be good for so many of your projects

05/26/2023

What is aran & worsted weight yarn? Aran and worsted yarns are medium weight yarns that are slightly heavier that a DK weight but lighter than a chunky weight yarn. It is sometimes referred to as an all-purpose yarn because it’s good for so many types of projects. Typically there are 16-20 stitches per 4 inches when using 4.5-5.0 mm needles or hooks, but this may vary slightly based on the specific yarn you are using. 

Pick from our best aran & worsted weight yarns 

Pure Organic Wool - Wool is perfect for hats and sweaters, as well as many other projects. It’s a great insulator and will keep you warm! Our pure organic wool comes in 50g balls with a recommended needle size of 6-7 mm. 

Merino Tweed - TMerino yarns are soft and won’t itch or irritate the skin. Our Merino Tweed has a base color with distinctive speckles throughout. It will elevate the look of your garments, scarves, and other projects.

Pluma: Cotton - Cotton yarns are great for summer because they’re breathable and can keep you cooler on those warm days. Our Pluma Cotton has a soft, spongy feel and a bit of a wild appearance, which will make fun creations all year round. We recommend 5 mm needles for optimal results. 

Kirei Color - This superwash merino wool yarn has a combined effect of bold stripes of color mixed with natural tone heathered sections. Each ball is 100g and with a recommended hook or needle size of 5-5.5 mm.

Merino Aran - Merino aran is suitable for cushions, accessories for the home, garments, and so much more. We recommend using size 4.5-5.5mm needles with our 100g balls that come in a large assortment of colors.

To find more worsted and aran weight yarns, visit us at Katia Aran & Worsted weight yarns.