What is Category 3 Yarn? Lightweight or DK (Double Knitting) yarn sits right in the sweet spot between fine sport weight and medium worsted weight yarn. It remains a foundational centerpiece of our material cluster, offering unmatched stitch definition for textured layouts without adding heavy density or vertical sag to garments.

• Standard Knit Gauge: 21–24 stitches = 4 inches (10 cm) using US 5–7 ($3.75\text{ mm}$–$4.5\text{ mm}$) precision knitting needles.
• Standard Crochet Gauge: 12–17 stitches = 4 inches (10 cm) using US 7 to I-9 ($4.5\text{ mm}$–$5.5\text{ mm}$) ergonomic crochet hooks.
• Best Craft Applications: Layering seasonal cardigans, sleeveless knit vests, bitty baby garments, crisp pointelle lace shawls, and complex multi-color fair isle designs.
• Premium Brands In Stock: Madelinetosh Tosh DK, Sandnes Garn Double Sunday, Berroco Vintage DK, and Plymouth DK Merino Superwash.

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