# DK Weight Yarn

DK weight yarn, which stands for "Double Knitting" weight, is a popular yarn category that falls between fingering weight and worsted weight. It is well-known for its versatility and is frequently used for a variety of projects, including sweaters, scarves, hats, and baby items. [**DK weight yarn**](https://www.symfonieyarns.com/everything-you-need-to-know-about-dk-weight-yarn) typically has a recommended knitting needle size in the range of US 5 to 7 (3.75 to 4.5 mm).