Sylcan (DK): Yarn Substitutes for this Knitting Pattern

Looking for the perfect yarn substitute for your next knitting project? If the cosy and stylish Sylcan (DK) sock pattern has caught your eye but you’d like to try something different from the yarn we used in our sample, you’re in the right place! I’ve curated a selection of yarn alternatives that match the original’s texture and weight while adding their own unique character to your finished socks. Say goodbye to yarn guesswork and hello to fresh creative possibilities with these handpicked substitutes!

For our Sylcan (DK) sample, we’ve used Turtlepurl Yarns – Striped Turtle Toes (DK), which has a fibre content of 75% Superwash Merino 25% Nylon. The skeins are 245 yards / 224 metres per 3.5 ounces / 100 grams. 

Sylcan (DK) Yarn Substitutes

Here are some fantastic yarn substitutes that align with the yards/metres per ounces/grams, as well as fibre content:

• Rose Hill Yarn – Merino Nylon DK
• Polka Dot Creek – Classic DK
• The Frosted Stitch – Deep Freeze DK
• Bad Sheep Yarn – Merino Nylon DK
• Freckled Whimsy – Serendipity DK
• Frankie Grey Fibres – Merino Nylon DK
• Legacy Fiber Artz – DK
• Machete Shoppe – Dirty DK
• Robin’s Promise Yarn Co – Two Sparrows
• Desert Vista Dyeworks – DK (self-striping dyer)
• Must Stash Yarn – Everyday DK (self-striping dyer)

If you haven’t found a brand that suits your taste, Yarnsub.com and Ravelry.com offer even more options. Let’s support our local yarn stores and small businesses!

Disclaimer: When substituting yarn for your knitting projects, it’s essential to match the drape, fit, finished measurements, and gauge to achieve the intended outcome. To ensure the best results, aim for yarns with similar fibre content, as different fibres can drastically affect the look and feel of your final project—wool, for example, won’t behave the same way as acrylic, and vice versa. While swatching to achieve the correct gauge, keep in mind that using different fibres may lead to variations in the finished piece.

The yarn substitutes provided here share the same ply, fibre content, and similar characteristics to the pattern’s sample yarn. However, these yarns have not been tested with this pattern, they’re merely recommendations, so we cannot guarantee identical results. We are not responsible for the stock, inventory, or business operations of the indie dyers mentioned. Please reach out to them directly for questions or help regarding their products.