[Nfb-krafters-korner] lionbrand CATEGORY 6 SUPER BULKY: BULKY, ROVING YARN

Cathy flowersandherbs at gmail.com
Mon Jan 16 20:41:49 UTC 2012


I thought I’d share my research for those interested.

CATEGORY 6 SUPER BULKY: BULKY, ROVING YARN

 

Hometown USA® Yarn

Article # 135

Made in the USA, Hometown USA comes in a wide range of bright, primary
colors, versatile multi-colors, and textural tweeds, perfect for school and
sports team projects and so much more. This easy-care yarn is machine
washable and dryable, and works up quickly for fast knit and crochet
projects.

Solids: 5 oz. (140 g), 81 yd. (74 m) 

Multis and Tweeds: 4 oz. (113 g), 64 yd. (59 m)

Solids and Multis: 100% Acrylic 

Tweeds: 94% Acrylic, 6% Rayon

Gauge:

Knit: 9 stitches x 12 rows = 4" (10 cm) on size 13 (9mm) needles

Crochet: 6.6 sc + 8 rows = 4" (10 cm) on size N-13 hook

Product Care Instructions: Machine wash. Initial water temperature should
not exceed 40C or 105F. No bleach product may be used. A machine dryer may
be regularly used at the hottest available temperature setting.

 

Incredible® Yarn

Article # 520

With an amazing array of beautifully blended colors, silky drape and
unbeatable versatility this luscious ribbon yarn truly lives up to its name.
Try it anywhere you need a little texture. Free scarf pattern on label.

1.75 oz./50 g (110 yd/100 m)

100% nylon

Gauge:

Knit: 10 stitches x 16 rows = 4" (10cm) on size 15 (10mm) needles

Crochet: 8 sc and 10 rows = 4" (10cm) with size P-15 (10mm) hook 

  Product Care Instructions: Items made from this yarn may be laundered
through the use of water, detergent or soap and gentle hand manipulation. A
machine dryer may not be used.

 

Jiffy® Thick & Quick® Yarn

Article # 430

A super quick, fun-to-use, mohair-look yarn. Exciting prints, perfect for
accessories, in a super bulky weight.

5.00 oz./140 g (84 yd/76 m)

100% Acrylic

Gauge:

Knit: 8 stitches x 10 rows = 4"x4" (10 cm x 10cm) on size 17 (12mm) needles.

Crochet: 6 sc and 6 rows = 4"x4" (10 cm x 10cm) on size P-15 (10mm) hook.  

Product Care Instructions: Machine wash. Initial water temperature should
not exceed 40C or 105F. No bleach product may be used. A machine dryer may
be regularly used at the hottest available temperature setting.

 

Luxe Fur Yarn 

Article # 928

Add the rich texture of fur to your yarncrafting with Luxe Fur! This
wool-blend yarn comes in seven natural shades, ideal for lush trims and warm
winter

accessories. 

1.75 oz./50 g (44 yd/40 m)

48% Wool, 47% Acrylic, 5% Nylon

Gauge:

Knit: 7 sts x 13 rows = 4 inches on size 13 (9mm) needles 

Crochet: 6 sc x 6 rows = 4 inches with size P-15 (10mm) hook

Product Care Instructions: Hand wash. Initial water temperature should not
exceed 30C or 65 to 85F. Any dry cleaning solvent other than
trichloroethylene may be safely used. No bleach product may be used. Lay out
horizontally for drying. Item may not be smoothed or finished with an iron. 

Available in 7 Colors    

 

Martha Stewart CraftsTM/MC Lofty Wool Blend Yarn

Article # 5100

Chunky and richly textured knits work up fast in this warm, soft, extra
bulky weight yarn. Great for warm sweaters, outerwear, hats, scarves, and
cowls.

3.50 oz./100 g (28 yd/26 m)

75% Wool, 25% Acrylic

Gauge:

Knit: 6 sts x 8 rows = 4 inches on size 17 (13mm) needles 

Crochet: 6 sc x 7 rows = 4 inches with size Q-19 (15mm) hook

Product Care Instructions: Items made from this yarn may be laundered
through the use of water, detergent or soap and gentle hand manipulation.
Any dry cleaning solvent other than trichloroethylene may be safely used. No
bleach product may be used. Lay out horizontally for drying. Item may not be
smoothed or finished with an iron. 

Available in 7 Colors    

 

Silky Twist Yarn

Article # 927

Even the simplest stitches look remarkable in Silky Twist. Available in both
solids and tweeds, this super-bulky bouclé yarn works up quickly into soft

prayer shawls and cozy afghans. 

Made in the USA.

 

5.00 oz./140 g (130 yd/119 m)

99% Acrylic, 1% Polyester

Gauge:

Knit: 7 sts x 13 rows = 4 inches on size 13 (9 mm) needles 

Crochet: 6 sc x 9 rows = 4 inches with P-15 (10 mm) hook

Product Care Instructions: Machine wash. Initial water temperature should
not exceed 40C or 105F. Dry Clean, any solvent. No bleach product may be
used. A machine dryer may be regularly used at the hottest available
temperature setting. Item may not be smoothed or finished with an iron. 

Available in 14 Colors    

 

Wool-Ease® Thick & Quick® Yarn

Article # 640

Wool-Ease Thick & Quick is the super bulky member of the Wool-Ease family.
It has the feel, warmth and softness of wool with the easy care of acrylic.

Perfect for extra warm sweaters, jackets, vests, slippers and hats. It's an
ideal beginner yarn.

Solids, Heathers, Twists, Tweeds:6 oz./170g (106 yd/97 m)

Prints (Sequoia, Mesquite, Granite): 5 oz./141g (87 yd/80 m)   

Solids, Heathers, Twists: 80% acrylic, 20% wool

Oatmeal, Barley, Grey Marble, Wheat:  86% acrylic, 10% wool, 4% rayon  

Gauge:

Knit: 9 stitches x 12 rows = 4" (10 cm) on size 13 (9 mm) needles

Crochet: 6.6 sc and 8 rows = 4" (10 cm) on size N-13 (9 mm) hook

 

Product Care Instructions: Machine wash. Initial water temperature should
not exceed 40C or 105F. Dry Clean, any solvent. No bleach product may be
used.

A machine dryer may be regularly used at the hottest available temperature
setting. Item may not be smoothed or finished with an iron. 

table end

Available in 36 Colors    

 

 

 




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