Yarn Weight Converter

Convert yarn sizes across WPI (Wraps Per Inch), ply, and standard Craft Yarn Council weight categories.

Craft Yarn Council Standard Weight
Custom WPI Fine-Tuning10 Wraps
2 WPI (Jumbo)15 WPI (DK)45 WPI (Lace)

WPI (Wraps Per Inch) Test: Wind your yarn around a standard ruler or needle gauge for 1 inch. Count the individual strands. Do not wrap too tight (compresses yarn) or too loose (leaves gaps) to obtain an accurate yardage measurement.

CYC CLASSIFICATION

Category 4: Medium

10 to 12-ply
Common Yarn Aliases

Worsted, Afghan, Aran

WPI (Wraps per Inch) Range

9-11 wraps

Knit Gauge Range (per 4" / 10cm)

16-20 sts

Crochet Gauge Range (per 4")

11-14 double crochet

Recommended Knit Needles

4.5 - 5.5 mm (US 7 to 9)

Recommended Crochet Hooks

5.5 - 6.5 mm (US I-9 to K-10.5)

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