8 Ply/DK Weight

Browse our range of 8 Ply/DK Weight Yarns, including Bellissimo Extra Fine Merino 8 Ply, Katia Linen, Scheepjes Scrumptious, Fiori Merino Silk DK, plus so much more! As one of the most popular yarn weights for Australian knitters and crocheters, it's a versatile yarn weight suitable for most knitting and crochet projects.

Please click on each individual yarn to learn more about meterage, compostion and ball weight.

Generally, 8 Ply/DK Weight Yarns have the following recommendations:

Knitting Needle Size: 3.25mm-4.5mm

Knitting Gauge: 22-24 stitches x 30-32 rows over a 10cm square on 4mm needles

Crochet Hook: 4.5mm-5.5mm

Crochet Gauge: 8-11 stitches