This guide to the different types and weights of yarn is going to help clear up some of that confusion and get you well on your way to stitching up a storm.

As a general guide, lace weight yarns typically work well with hooks from B-1 to E-4, while fingering and sport weight yarns often pair with hooks from E-4 to 7.

With the variety of yarns available now, substituting yarn can be confusing—but it doesn't have to be. Make yarn substitution easier with these handy tips.