What is Aran Yarn?

by Hannah Gilly

January 28, 2020

Last week we took a look at worsted yarn and found out exactly why it's called worsted and what worsted means. We're going to go through the intricacies of aran yarn today. And recognise that 'aran knitting' is also a widely used term as well as 'aran yarn'. To subscribe to the Knit With Hannah YouTube channel click here If you're curious about learning more about yarn thickness and knitting language that seems to come from nowhere, you may be interested in this newly updated beginners knitting course, The Masterful Knitter. With lessons about yarn weights and fibres, knitting jargon, and the benefits of knitting, along with an extensive knitting fix-it library and full beginner knitting tutorials, this newly updated course will set you on a great course to become a life-long contented knitter. See full details here

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