What is the common gauge in crochet for medium weight yarn?

The expected gauge in crochet for medium (#4) weight yarn is 11–14 sts every 4 inches when using hook sizes 5.5 mm (I-9) & 6.5 mm (K-10.5).

What is crochet hooks do you use with medium weight yarn?

The recommended crochet hooks to use with medium weight yarn are 5.5 mm (I-9) & 6.5 mm (K-10.5).

What is the size or weight of medium yarn?

The weight of medium yarn is #4.

Yarn Weight #4 (Medium, Worsted or Afghan) Crochet Patterns

This is an archive of our free and exclusive crochet patterns using medium-weight yarn (classified as #4). The medium weight also includes yarns that are labeled as worsted, afghan and aran. This weight of yarn is usually crocheted using the US hook sizes of I-9 to K-10 1/2 and the metric sizes of 5.5 – 6.5 mm. Medium weight yarn is perfect for summer blanket throws, scarves, crochet sweaters and home decor.

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Free Medium Crochet Patterns

These free crochet patterns were all created using various yarn types and brands, but all use the Medium (#4) yarn weight.