Discover the beauty of DK weight yarn, also known as double knitting yarn or light worsted weight yarn. DK is one of the most versatile yarn weights—perfectly balanced between lightweight and cozy. It’s ideal for projects that need beautiful stitch definition and comfortable drape without being too heavy or too fine.

Whether you love garments, shawls, blankets, hats, or home décor, you’ll find endless inspiration in these free and premium DK weight crochet and knitting patterns by Kristin Omdahl. Each pattern includes step-by-step instructions, detailed charts, and many include video tutorials to help you every step of the way.

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✨ Why You’ll Love DK Weight Yarn

• Perfect balance: Thicker than sport, lighter than worsted—ideal for year-round projects.

• Exceptional stitch definition: Great for lace, cables, and textured stitches.

• Comfortable drape: Excellent for shawls, wraps, and flowing garments.

• Yarn versatility: Works beautifully in cotton, bamboo, silk, wool, and blends.

Whether you’re a beginner or experienced maker, DK weight yarn offers flexibility for both quick weekend projects and long-term heirloom designs.

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✨ My Favorite DK-Weight Yarns

Below are some of my go-to DK (double knitting) weight yarns I’ve used in my patterns and tutorials. Each one has unique qualities — fiber content, color palette, drape, and stitch definition — but all are easy to work with and produce beautiful results.

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Featured DK Weight Patterns

Explore a few fan favorites and new releases in DK weight:

• Gloria Easy as Pi Half Circle Crochet Shawl – A modern rectangle shawl inspired by coastal textures.

• Velvet Wake Crochet Wrap – A 3-in-1 design that can be worn as a shawl, dress, or vest.

• Isobella Crochet Poncho and Shawl – A modular construction shawl, wrap and poncho all rolled into one pattern.

• Sadie Sampler Crochet Shawl – A sampling of several crochet stitch patterns within a half circle shawl and a ruffled edging.

• Rendezvous Knit Lace Shawl– A timeless DK knit lace shawl perfect for gifting or layering.

Browse All DK Weight Patterns »

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Learn With Kristin

Many DK weight patterns include free video tutorials on the Kristin Omdahl YouTube Channel. You’ll find tutorials for everything from basic stitches to advanced lace motifs—all filmed with clear visuals and step-by-step guidance. Be sure to subscribe and turn on notifications for weekly tutorials, tips, and pattern premieres.

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Discover More by Yarn Weight

Explore all pattern categories by yarn weight:

• #1 Fingering Weight

• #2 Sport Weight

• #3 DK Weight (You’re here!)

• #4 Worsted Weight

• #5 Bulky Weight

Continue Exploring Other Yarn Weights:

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About Kristin Omdahl
Kristin Omdahl is a bestselling author, designer, and creative entrepreneur known for her “sensory storytelling” — weaving food, craft, and nature into unforgettable fiction and non-fiction. Her debut novel, The Sea Glass Journal, is a love letter to Florida’s Gulf Coast, exploring themes of healing, connection, and creative legacy.

When she’s not writing, Kristin shares crochet and knitting designs, recipes, and behind-the-scenes glimpses of her creative process with her global community on Patreon.