Lace

Yarn Weight Number Symbol: 0

Knit gauge: 33-40 stitches within a 4” span (8.25-10 stitches per 1”)

Recommended needle size: US 000-1

Crochet gauge: 32-42 double crochets within a 4” span

Recommended hook size: 1.6-1.4mm, B-1

Lace weight yarns are often knit on larger needles to intentionally create a lacey, open stitch pattern.  Laces weight yarns are also handy for holding with larger weight to help achieve gauge or add special effects such as a mohair halo or increased depth of color.