Thick, cozy yarn for quick projects. Perfect for chunky sweaters and fast accessories.
Bulky weight (category 5), also called chunky or craft weight, creates thick, warm fabric quickly. A simple hat can be finished in an evening, and sweaters work up in days instead of weeks. Bulky yarns are beginner-friendly because stitches are easy to see and projects offer quick gratification.
Gauge: 12-15 stitches per 4 inches | Needle Size: US 9-11 (5.5-8mm) | Wraps per inch: 7-8
80% acrylic, 20% wool. Machine washable and quick-knitting. Tons of colors including prints.
Pure Peruvian highland wool. 123 yards of chunky goodness. Great for quick warm accessories.
Single-ply merino in gorgeous hand-dyed colors. Incredibly soft and squishy. Perfect for luxury quick knits.
Luxuriously soft baby alpaca. Warm without bulk. Beautiful natural colors available.
Machine washable blend with great yardage. Soft and easy care. Perfect for everyday items.
90% acrylic, 10% alpaca for softness. Budget-friendly with great yardage. Machine washable.
Use circular needles even for flat knitting—they hold the weight better than straight needles. Size US 10-11 is typical for bulky.
Bulky yarn can knit up tighter or looser than expected. Always swatch, especially for garments. Small gauge differences mean big size differences.