There are many different types and weights of yarns and many color options to choose from. Yarn is a textile fiber that is commonly made of either fiber that is animal-based, plant-based, or synthetic. These fibers are interlocked (ply) and spun together to form thicker strands. The general feel of yarn depends on the number of plies that are woven together

There are six different categories of yarn weights. When looking for the yarn weight in a shop, it will be found on the label of your yarn ball. If your shopping online you will normally find it in the description of an individual yarn. Specific weights of yarn should produce a somewhat predictable number of stitches when using a particular-sized needle

Shopping online for yarn, needles, notions, patterns provides lots of choices and can be done at your leasure. Delivery straight to your door takes the stress out of going to a store.