Celosia Hope
72% Cotton, 28% Acrylic
All Yarn Weights
Explore Patterns using Weight 3 yarn
Hope
Weight 3, DK
Recommended Needle/Hook Size: 4–5mm
Working with a yarn called Hope does something subtle but powerful: it casts the crafter as someone who believes in possibility. Every time they reach for it, they’re choosing a material that carries an emotional upward tilt — a sense that what you're making matters, that it’s moving toward something better
Estimated Yarn Lengths Required:
SOCKS250–365 m
SCARF340–460 m
BABY BLANKET1020–1125 m
HAT180–230 m
TOPS450–640 m
BLANKET2700–3200 m
SHAWL365–575 m
SWEATER1350–2040 m
This is an estimation of the lengths required. Other factors such as the material, your tension and the stitches used in your pattern will also affect the lengths required. Always purchase extra yarn, just in case you run out. Different dye lots may result in slight colour differences as well.
The "Hope" Series
Yarn Weights FAQ
What is yarn weight?
Every yarn has its own unique thickness. To simplify things, there is a universal chart for yarn weights to categorise all the yarn by thickness. Yarn in each weight category will typically be around the same thickness.
What yarn weights are there?
Yarn weights range from:
Size 0 (Lace),
Size 1 (Fingering),
Size 2 (Sports),
Size 3 (DK),
Size 4 (Aran),
Size 5 (Chunky),
Size 6 (Bulky).
How can I choose the best yarn weight for my project?
This depends on the project you are working on. Typically, if you are following a pattern, the designer will indicate their suggested yarn weight. You can then find your preferred yarn according to the yarn weight. It is important to use the right yarn weight for your project so that you can get the correct size or gauge, especially for clothing and wearable projeccts.
Are there other factors to consider besides yarn weight for my project?
Besides yarn weight, the material of the yarn also plays a part to your project.
For example, 100% Cotton is heavier than 100% Acrylic. As such, for the same yarn weight in 50g, you will have a shorter length for cotton than for acrylic yarn. This will affect how much yarn to purchase and how heavy the overall project will turn out with the same hook/needle size. It will also affect how your finished piece will look and feel.