yarn weights question

[jaclim]

Hi! I come from a place where cotton thread size 10 are what crocheters here normally use. We also have some yarns available but they are all acrylic used for other crafts. These types of yarn are labelled S (for thinner type), M (for medium) and L (for bulky). My question is what is worsted weight, sport weight, chunky, etc? I try to convert the patterns I see on the web to thread but sometimes it's so frustrating since I have to guess especially when the pattern doesn't tell you the gauge per inch. I would like to buy some nice yarns or trade for them but don't have any idea as to the weight listed when I see one that I like. I really would like to try crocheting other types of yarn aside from thread.

[Donna]

Wow, that is difficult to describe just with words if you mostly use thread. I sent you a PM.

[marlodc]

I would say that the (m) medium weight is worsted weight the (s) is probably baby weight or fingering or DK weight and the L is like chunky and bulky weight yarn. Hope this helps you out.

 

 

Marlo

http://www.marloscrochetcorner.com

[noricum]

If you're interested, I can send you some snippets of each weight, so you can see them for yourself.

 

Worsted, unfortunately, varies quite a bit. It's fairly consistent when it comes to acrylic and wool, but then has quite a range when it comes to novelty yarns.

 

Send me an e-mail or a private message if you're interested.