Bulky Weight

Bulky Weight
Bulky weight yarn is ideal for big projects like scarves, blankets and afghans, because it works up so quickly on large needles and hooks. 
 

Yarn weight refers to the thickness of yarn used by knitters, weavers, crocheters and other fiber artists. Changing yarn weight or needle size can have a significant impact on the finished project, so standardized systems have been spread about, as well as conversion systems for regional standards (especially needle sizes).Yarn weight is important in achieving the correct gauge or tension for a particular project and can help with yarn substitution. The Craft Yarn Council of America has developed a system that seeks to standardize the labeled weights of yarn. Most yarns state their weight on the ball band. Some brands use a standardized numbering system that uses 7 ranges of relative thickness of yarn.

The advantages to bulky weight yarn are that it works up quickly, is easy to knit with, and makes for very warm, thick, cozy projects (think deep winter scarves and cowls!).  The disadvantages are that the stitches are not as defined and detailed as when you’re using thinner yarn, it uses up yarn very quickly (since each stitch is larger), and can make projects heavier than you might want them to be, if you’re using it in a pattern that doesn’t call for bulky weight yarn (think: delicate cardigan).

Appropriate for:
Needle sizes US 9 and up.
Crochet hook size K and up.
Approximately 15 or fewer stitches per 4" stockinette stitch
800 or fewer yards per pound


Constantia

Constantia

We love this bulky weight yarn for its squishy texture, its neutral colorway, and the lovely flecks ..

$24.87

Leelawadee

Leelawadee

This bulky weight yarn features one of my favorite color combinations: black, light lavender, and si..

$31.61

Mincho

Mincho

There's lots of bamboo in this yarn, which means it's going to be SOOO soft! Offset by additional st..

$31.26

Peppermint Patty

Peppermint Patty

Just in time for the holidays, this yarn conjures up images of peppermint and candy, in hues of whit..

$28.87

Raavi

Raavi

This yarn hits all of our most-requested attributes: it's thick and chunky, super soft with the high..

$29.86

Rockwell

Rockwell

Lovers of super soft and bulky yarn – this one’s for you! We’ve mixed some of our softest fibers (..

$35.96

Seattle Storm

Seattle Storm

Show your Seattle pride with this colorful, bulky weight yarn! This one's a tribute, blending the fl..

$30.17

Westminster

Westminster

We love this bulky weight yarn for its squishy texture, its neutral colorway, and the lovely flecks ..

$24.22

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