Actual and Factual Let's start with the facts straight from their website! Basic Stitch is categorized as a number 4 or worsted weight yarn. The suggested hooks and needles size is 5mm. It is 100% acrylic, machine-washable and dryer-safe; plus it's super soft. This yarn is its own family, with a whopping 76 swatches created! The yarn measurements are as follows: 185yd/170m in solids 153yd/140m in prints 157yd/144m in moulines 115yd/105m in reflective 159yd/145m in tweed The