The Yarniacs: A Knitting Podcast · November 13, 2026 · 48 min

The Yarniacs Episode 387: Knitting Yarn Weights Explained

What are we wearing? Love Note by Tin Can Knits Sharlene's Lovenote In Motion Vest by Tian Conghouton Gayle's In Motion Vest The Throwover by Andrea Mowry Gayle's Throwover Bits and Bobs Cowl by Kay F. Jones Gayle's Bits and Bobs Cowl Sportweight Gusset Heel Socks by Wendy Johnson Gayle's Gusset Heel socks What are we stalking? How Quiet Mitts by Helen Stewart Florarna - Fingerless Mitts by Stine Hoelgaard Johansen Friends by Dani Sunshine Postcard by Kate Davies Meander Wrap by Purl Soho Roosty Tank Top by Ella Gordon What are we knitting? Garden Cardigan by Ankestrick Taffy Waves by Beata Jezek The Slouch Sock Set by Summer Lee Heartcore Slipover by Clara Eggers The Squam Sweater by Elizabeth Doherty Thank you to our sponsor Twice-Sheared Sheep ! What have we finished? Aurea Sweater by Knitandspritz School of Knit: Yarn Weights We chat a little bit about yarn weights (categorical designations NOT mass!), and the international differences that can cause confusion amongst knitters. (Pro tip: there is a lot of conflicting terminology!)