What is a chunky yarn?

What is a chunky yarn?

What is super chunky wool?

Super Chunky Yarn is as the name suggests the thickest yarn. Our super chunky yarn will be perfect for all your knitting and crochet projects from a US 15 needle upwards.

How is yarn thickness measured?

Yarn thickness is measured using something called WPI, which stands for Wraps Per Inch. The idea is you wrap your yarn around a gap measuring 1 inch, and count how many strands you can fit in.

What number is chunky yarn?

5—Bulky (Chunky, Craft, Rug) Bulky yarn is about twice as thick as worsted weight. It usually works up quickly when using large needles/hooks, and it’s great to use when making sweaters, scarves, rugs, and throws. 6—Super Bulky (Roving) Super bulky yarn is a thick yarn that works up quickly.