Perfect for Amigurumi or any small project! Hello Cotton Soft feel 4ply/ Light DK 100% cotton yarn. Knits or crochets up perfectly and brilliant value for money.
Selling individual 25gm balls in a stunning range of 51 colours. Mix and Match.
100% Cotton yarn Weight: Light DK/Baby Sport Size (for 1 ball): 25g / 62.5m / 68 Yards Hook size: 2.5 – 3.5mm Knitting Needle size: 3-4 mm
Knitting Gauge: 24sts and 27rows with a 3mm knitting needle Crochet Gauge: 20sts and 24rows with 4mm crochet hook. Yarn care: • Machine washable at low temperature (40°C) • Do not tumble dry • Do not iron
Amigurumi Choice Guide — Frequently Asked Questions
Cotton vs acrylic or chenille — which fibre is right for me?
Cotton (this yarn) is the go-to choice for amigurumi that need crisp stitch definition. Because it has very little stretch, your stitches sit neatly and the finished piece holds its shape well — important when you want a clean, firm finish on toys, food amigurumi, or anything that will be stuffed tightly. It is also a great pick if you are making items for anyone with acrylic sensitivities. Acrylic yarn has more give and drape, making it slightly easier to work up quickly, but stitches can appear looser and the fabric may be more porous — meaning safety eyes and stuffing can sometimes show through. Chenille produces the popular "squishy plush" look but the pile hides your stitch count, making it harder to see mistakes and count rows accurately. For beginners, cotton is often the most forgiving choice for learning clean amigurumi technique.
Why is this listed as Light DK — is that the right weight for amigurumi?
Yes. Hello Cotton sits at the lighter end of DK (also labelled 4ply/Baby Sport in some systems), which is ideal for amigurumi. A finer yarn means smaller, tighter stitches that reduce the gaps through which stuffing or safety-eye backing plates might peek. Most amigurumi patterns sized for a 10–15 cm finished doll are written for this weight range. If a pattern calls for "sport" or "4ply cotton", this yarn is a direct match.
Which hook size should I use — the label says 2.5–3.5mm?
The label range reflects standard gauge swatching. For amigurumi, most makers deliberately go smaller than the mid-point of the label range:
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2.5mm — very tight, dense fabric; excellent for tiny figures (under 8 cm) or when you want absolutely no stuffing to show through.
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3.0mm — the most popular all-round choice for standard amigurumi (10–15 cm finished size); firm enough to hide stuffing, still comfortable to work with.
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3.5mm — produces a slightly looser, softer hand; better suited for decorative pieces that will not be stuffed as firmly, or for crocheted flat motifs such as flowers and appliqués.
If you are following a published pattern, always use the hook size specified in that pattern first, then adjust to match the given gauge or finished measurements.
How does tension (gauge) affect the finished size of my amigurumi?
With amigurumi, tension matters more than many crafters expect. A tighter tension (smaller hook or firmer grip) will produce a smaller finished piece with a denser fabric — great for hiding stuffing and giving a polished look. A looser tension (larger hook or relaxed grip) will make the piece come out larger and the fabric more open. As a rough guide, moving one hook size down (e.g., from 3.0mm to 2.5mm) can reduce the finished diameter of a round by roughly 10–15%. If your finished piece is coming out noticeably larger than the pattern states, try dropping to a smaller hook; if it is too small or the fabric feels very stiff and hard to work, move up half a millimetre. Always work a test round or two before committing to a full project.
