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Sport Weight Yarns

Knits are not just for winter - craft yourself a multi-season wardrobe with our premium sport-weight yarns!

With excellent stitch definition & a wide color palette, this lightweight fiber can help create heirloom-quality garments that fit beautifully without looking bulky. Shop our versatile sport yarns and watch them blossom into timeless layering pieces, just as good in winter as in spring.

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Patagonia Organic Merino by Juniper Moon Farm

Patagonia is a heathered yarn that lends itself to all types of knitting and crochet projects. Whether you are knitting simple or textured knits or...

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Arroyo by Malabrigo

A soft and sturdy plied sport-weight, Arroyo has quickly become a favorite among knitters! It’s perfect for those everyday lightweight (but warm) g...

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Sonata by Noro Yarns

An exercise in refined saturated color, Sonata is available in a rich palette of semi-solids. A delicious cotton blend for next-to-the-skin project...

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Baby Cashsoft Merino by Rowan

Indulge in the luxurious softness of Baby Cashsoft Merino by Rowan. This premium yarn is not just for babies, but also perfect for creating cozy ga...

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Spiral Grain by Urth Yarns

The colorful plies twist together mirroring the trees' unusual spiral grain growth patterns. Gradual color changes with a visual depth in texture o...

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BABY COTTON NATURALLY COLORED by Lang

The thought behind BABY COTTON NATURALLY COLORED is, as the name says, to use cotton fibers in the colours that can be grown naturally, and not dye...

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Cashmello Yarn by Berroco

Cashmello Yarn delivers a luxurious knitting experience with its blend of Merino wool, acrylic, and cashmere. The soft, plush texture feels wonderf...

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CLASSIC SILK by Lang Yarns

The name says it all: CLASSIC SILK is a traditional 3-ply twist of fine silk. The twist gives the yarn a more rounded cross-section, which means th...

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NOMAD by Lang Yarns

Inspired by the nomadic tradition of yak herding, the mobile nature and rich history of knitting and crochet, NOMAD encapsulates the spirit of mov...

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Skipper 5ply Guernsey by Baa Ram Ewe

Baa Ram Ewe's 5ply guernsey-style yarn is perfect for hard-wearing sweaters that will last a lifetime. The British wool in our yarns is grown in th...

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Cormo Mohair Sport by Catawampus Farm

This is as Maine as it gets — from Cormo sheep and angora goats that are raised at Catawampus Farm in Minot, Maine, then processed and milled local...

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Jacob Sport from Hawthorn And Thistle Farmstead

This is as Maine as it gets — We are proud to offer this lovely Sport-weight yarn from local sheep raised at Hawthorn And Thistle Farmstead in Wash...

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Shop Fine Sport Weight Yarn In All Colors

When you shop our sport weight yarn, you’re choosing a long-time favourite for traditional knitters, loved for its warmth without the bulk. This soft yarn is perfect for year-round layering and lightweight, cozy knits that can be worn from the office all the way to the outdoors - use it for:

  • Lightweight sweaters
  • Cardigans
  • Spring shawls
  • Structured accessories (hats/mittens)
  • Detailed colorwork (Fair Isle) projects. 
  • Traditional Gansey & Guernsey sweaters

Our selection features incredible indie brands alongside global favorites like Malabrigo sport weight yarn, offering infinite creative potential in a massive variety of colors.

Don't wait for inspiration to hit! Browse knitting patterns and find your next project at Cashmere Goat.

Shop Sport Weight Wool Yarn, Cashmere, Alpaca & Affordable Blends

In our stock, you’ll find wool, cotton and blends fit for every project. Popular sport weight choices include:

Wool Sport Weight

With excellent structural integrity and grip, this sport-weight wool yarn is the absolute best choice for intricate colorwork and cables.

Sport Weight Merino Yarn 

Incredibly soft and next-to-skin friendly, our sport weight merino yarn options offer luxurious squish and comfort for daily wear.

Cotton Sport Weight Yarn

Perfect for warm-weather garments, our sport-weight cotton yarn offers a crisp stitch definition and a breathable, cool texture.

Each fiber has its own little personality - make sure to read the care details of each product to avoid any surprises!

Cashmere Goat Yarn - All The Knitting & Crocheting Supplies You Need In One Place 

For 15 years now, our small woman-owned store has been the go-to place for a wide community of knitters looking to bring the fun and color of this craft into their lives! We offer:

  • US-wide shipping, with each order shipped within 1-3 days of purchase
  • All the tools, supplies, and inspiration you need to bring your vision to life
  • Support through private classes & community workshops - there’s a seat at our table for every knitter from beginner to pro

Shop the best cashmere yarn today and join the Cashmere Goat community!

Frequently Asked Questions

Sport weight yarn is officially classified as #2 (Fine), and you might also find it referred to as 5-ply yarn.

Sock-weight yarn is typically knitted or crocheted on US size 3 to 5 (3.25mm - 3.75mm), which you’ll find in our collection of knitting needles. 

However, make sure you check needle recommendations on your chosen pattern and always check your gauge to be sure you have the correct size needles.

Sport weight is slightly thinner and lighter than a standard DK (Double Knitting) yarn. While DK yarn is a #3 Light weight, sport weight is a #2 Fine weight, making it the better choice for lightweight transitional clothing, spring shawls, and delicate colorwork that requires a less bulky fabric.

We guarantee it won't happen, as our team visually matches and pulls your entire order from the exact same dye lot. In the rare event that our stock is split between lots, we will email you to confirm before shipping, so your sweater never has an accidental color line in the middle of it.

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