Types of yarns for crochet

Yarn types and fibers

Many of you have asked about choosing yarn and how to swap weights, the best hook size for the different weights and numerous other questions about yarn. So, I thought I would write a little post about yarn….

Yarn care symbols provide an invaluable guide for crocheting projects, helping you select the right yarn for your project and take care of it to ensure that your handmade creations will last for years to come.

When you start knitting or crocheting, you discover a new vocabulary around yarn. Here is a visual summary of the different types of yarn windings. HANK: Loop of yarn, fastened into a continuous circle with ties. FOLDED HANK: Hank folded in two with a label around it. TWISTED HANK: Hank twisted into a braid and folded

Find out the different yarn weights and types of yarn with this complete guide, including a yarn weight chart to help you understand the Standard Yarn Weight System so you can find the best yarn to use for your project.

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