Get Inspired - Yak DK
Wanting to try our Yak DK base, but don't know where to start? Check out some of our favorite pattern suggestions below!
One of our most popular bases, our Yak yarn is one of the softest and most durable fibers available — it feels similar to cashmere and is also warmer than wool. The gray base of the yarn gives a special richness not available on our other bases. This 4-ply, DK weight yarn is the warmest, silkiest, and most luxurious yarn for cool weather sweaters, scarves, and hats. Next-to-skin softness is perfect for babies and children too.
This yarn would work well for garments in crochet. In order to create structure, knit garments would be better off seamed. Otherwise, a pattern with a textured stitch, either knit/purl or cabled, will work best for this yarn. Alternatively, a pattern that calls for a drapey yarn like a swingy cardigan would work well for Yak DK.
1. Milla Pullover Sweater by Sari Nordlund
The Mila pullover has a relaxed fit with dropped shoulders. It is knitted seamlessly top down with an allover cable pattern that is a lot easier than it first appears and is suitable for knitters who are just learning to knit cables. Click here for pattern.
This asymmetrical cowl features a timeless cabled pattern and polished i-cord edging. It is worked flat on a bias and then seamed. This pattern includes charted and written instructions. This softly sophisticated & stylish cowl is a joy to knit and wear again and again! Select a DK weight yarn or use fingering and lace yarns held together to create your own Cityscape Cowl. Click here for pattern.
3. Latte Cardigan by Kirsten Joel
Latte is a hip-length cardigan featuring an allover texture stitch pattern and generous oversized pockets. The front, back, and sleeves are all worked in pieces from the bottom up, and seamed. Finally, the vertical button band is knitted onto the neck opening. Click here for pattern.
4. Memory Sweater by Silbia Ro
The 'Memory Sweater' is a simple top down pattern that is great for beginners. Yak Dk was used for the collar, cuffs, and hem. The body can be made with our Suri Lace or Boucle Fingering. Click for pattern.
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