Fingering (also called sock weight) is a thin, versatile yarn. It is the backbone of hand-knit socks and detailed colorwork.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Weight number | 1 |
| Wraps per inch | 14 to 16 |
| Knit gauge (st/4 in) | 27 to 32 |
| Needle (US) | 1 to 3 |
| Crochet hook | B-1 to E-4 |
| Yards per 100 g | 350 to 450 |
| Best for | Socks, shawls, lightweight garments |
Great for socks. Most sock yarn is fingering weight with a bit of nylon for durability. It also shines in shawls where yardage stretches far.
See the Sock Yarn Calculator and the Sport Weight Yarn.