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5Ply Yarn

5 ply yarn sits in the sweet spot between fine and practical — slightly heavier than 4ply, lighter than 8ply, and increasingly popular with NZ knitters who want a little more speed without losing stitch clarity. If you've been searching for 5 ply yarn in NZ, our collection has a lovely range of options to explore.

Sometimes called sport weight, 5ply works beautifully for lightweight garments, children's knitwear, fine socks, and accessories where you want a bit more drape and flow than a chunkier yarn provides. It typically works on 3.25mm–4mm needles, which many knitters find a very comfortable, rhythmic size to work with.

5ply is a particularly good choice for baby and children's clothing — it knits up faster than 4ply but produces a softer, more drapey fabric than DK, making it ideal for little garments that need to be both practical and gentle on delicate skin.

Our 5 ply selection includes natural fibre options and easy-care blends well suited to everyday knitting projects. Browse online and have your order delivered anywhere in New Zealand, or come and touch the yarns in person at our Milford store — we're always happy to chat about your next project.

5Ply Yarn

Sporti - 5Ply

Charmed -African Expressions 5Ply

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