As a new knitter, the sheer choice of yarns available to you can be quite overwhelming. Why are there so many different choices, and which ones should you pick?
We think that these 5 Double Knit (DK) yarns are all perfect choices for your first projects!
1. HAYFIELD BONUS DK
Part of our incredibly popular Hayfield Bonus range, this DK yarn is one of the softest, best quality acrylic yarns available. Bonus DK is available in 100 colours, perfect for knit and crochet colour work and endless creativity. This easy to knit, easy-care yarn is machine washable.
Ideal for both knit and crochet, this versatile double knitting yarn is perfect for the whole family. With a standard DK tension, Hayfield Bonus DK can be used for any double knitting pattern for knit or crochet.
It is excellent value for money as well as it is a large 100g ball, with 280m of yarn per ball!
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2. STYLECRAFT SPECIAL DK
Stylecraft's Special yarns are class leaders, arguably the best 100% premium acrylic yarn on the market with a huge number of colours to choose from. This yarn has a super soft handle, is naturally anti pilling and tough enough to handle being thrown in the washing machine.
It is a double knit yarn, weighs 100 grams, a meterage of 295m, and requires 4mm needles or crochet hooks.
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3. KING COLE BIG VALUE DK
This acrylic yarn comes in a wide variety of shades, and is very cheap for its size. £1.30 for a 50g ball. It is incredibly versatile, and perfect for a beginner who wants a cheap yarn to practice with.
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4. STYLECRAFT LIFE DK
Life DK is a luxurious yet practical yarn, available in a wide choice of colours.
We mix 25% wool with 75% premium acrylic and this makes the yarn is soft and supple, as well as being easy on the hands to work with. Life Chunky washes and wears extremely well and will be perfect for a whole range of projects due to the versatile nature of the yarn.
It is a 100g ball, 298m of yarn per ball, and requires 4mm knitting needles or crochet hooks.
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5. HIGHLAND HEATHERS DK
The colours in Highland Heathers are created by heavily blending several colours together which gives them their richly tweeded effect. As you can see in the photo example, the multiple shades of purple and even some darker blues come together to create a unique ball of yarn. This yarn can be used in combination with Stylecraft's other DK weight yarns to create some really interesting patterns!
It is a 100g ball, with 272m of yarn per ball, and requires 4mm knitting needles and crochet hooks.
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