Aran is a touch heavier than worsted. It is warm and quick to knit, and its body makes cables and textured stitches pop.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Weight number | 4 |
| Wraps per inch | 8 to 9 |
| Knit gauge (st/4 in) | 16 to 18 |
| Needle (US) | 8 to 10 |
| Crochet hook | I-9 to K-10.5 |
| Yards per 100 g | 150 to 180 |
| Best for | Cabled sweaters, hats, warm accessories |
Made for cables. Arans extra thickness gives sculptural cables real definition. It is a classic for cozy, textured sweaters.
See the Worsted Weight Yarn and the Bulky Weight Yarn.