[Nfb-krafters-korner] lionbrand CATEGORY 5 BULKY: CHUNKY, CRAFT, RUG YARN

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Mon Jan 16 20:55:23 UTC 2012


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

 

CATEGORY 5 BULKY: CHUNKY, CRAFT, RUG YARN

Heavier than worsted weight, bulky yarn works up quickly and easily for such
things as hats, scarves, and throws. UK/Australia approximate equivalent:

13 ply 

 

Alpine Wool Yarn

Article # 822

This soft, wool roving yarn is ideal for warm garments and accessories.
Featuring an autumn/winter palette, this yarn works up so quickly, and it
felts

beautifully for gorgeous projects from purses to slippers.

3.00 oz./85 g (93 yd/85 m)

Solids: 100% Pure Wool 

Oatmeal, Barley: 77% Wool, 15% Acrylic, 8% Rayon

Gauge:

Knit: 14 sts + 20 rows = 4 inches on size 10 [6mm] needles 

Crochet: 10 sc + 12 rows = 4 inches on size K-10.5 [6.5mm] hook 

Product Care Instructions: Items made from this yarn may be laundered
through the use of water, detergent or soap and gentle hand manipulation. No
bleach

product may be used. A machine dryer may not be used. Item may not be
smoothed or finished with an iron. 

Available in 9 Colors    

 

Baby's First® Yarn

Article # 925

Babies deserve the best. Wrap your little bundle of joy in the cozy,
year-round comfort of a cuddly cotton-blend yarn. Sweet sherbet shades and
easy wash-and-wear

care make it a must for blankets, booties and other layette items; the
chunky -- but still soft -- yarn makes for fast and fun stitching.

3.50 oz./100 g (120 yd/110 m)

55% Acrylic, 45% Cotton

Gauge:

Knit: 12 stitches x 18 rows = 4" (10 cm) on size 10 (6 mm) needles 

Crochet: 9 sc + 10 rows = 4" (10 cm) on size K-10.5 (6.5 mm) hook 

Product Care Instructions: Machine wash. Initial water temperature should
not exceed 30C or 65 to 85F. 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 8 Colors    

 

Festive Fur Yarn

Article # 570

Shine on with this glitter-laden version of our popular Fun Fur yarn. A shot
of metallic threads makes it sparkle; great for accessories and evening
accents.

1.75 oz./50 g (55 yd/50 m)

80% polyester, 20% metallic polyester

Gauge:

Knit: 16  stitches x 20 rows = 4 inches square (10 cm)  on size 10.5 (6.5mm)
needles

Crochet: 12 stitches x 14 rows = 4 inches square (10 cm) with K-10.5 (6.5mm)
hook

Product Care Instructions: Items made from this yarn may be laundered
through the use of water, detergent or soap and gentle hand manipulation.
Dry Clean,

any solvent. No bleach product may be used. A machine dryer may not be used.


Available in 4 Colors   

 

Fun Fur® Yarn

Article # 320

A novelty "eyelash" yarn, Fun Fur is the go-to yarn for that luxurious
fur-look. Use it for entire projects from fashion accessories to home
accessories,

or use it to trim your projects and combine it with other yarns. Fun Fur
comes in solids, stripes, and NEW exotics, which feature two different
lengths

of fur for even more texture.

Solids: 1.75 oz/50g; 64 yd/58m balls 

Prints: 1.5 oz/40g; 57 yd/52m balls 

Exotics: 1.75 oz/50g; 55 yd/50m balls

100% polyester.

Gauge:

Knit: 16 stitches x 20 rows = 4" (10 cm) on size 10.5 (6.5mm) needles

Crochet: 12 sc + 14 rows = 4" (10 cm) with size K-10.5 (6.5 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 39 Colors    

 

Homespun® Yarn

Article # 790

Soft, silky and beautiful! A uniquely textured yarn that works up quickly
and easily. From shawls to sweaters to throws, this yarn can't be beat for
softness

and sheer touch-ability. With solids, heathers, and beautiful self-striping
“painterly” colors, Homespun comes in gorgeous shades you’ll love. 

Please note that some colors have long, slow color variations that cause
them to subtly stripe. This is deliberate and adds to the beauty of the
finished

garment; such yarns are designated as our 'painterly' colors. 

6.00 oz./170 g (185 yd/169 m)  

98% acrylic, 2% polyester  

Gauge:

Knit: 14 stitches x 20 rows = 4" (10cm) on size 10 (6mm) needles

Crochet: 10 sc and 10 rows = 4" (10cm) with size K-10.5 (6.5mm) 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. Item may not be
smoothed or finished with an iron. 

table end

Available in 63 Colors    

 

Jiffy® Yarn

Article # 450

Quick and easy to work, velvety soft, 2 ply brushed 100% acrylic that looks
like mohair.

Solids (except 151 Dusty Grey): 3 oz./85g; 135 yd/123m balls 

Multi (plus 151 Dusty Grey): 2.5 oz./70g; 115 yd/103m balls  

100% Acrylic  

Gauge:

Knit: 14.6 stitches x 18 rows = 4" (10cm) on size 10 (6mm) needles

Crochet: 10 sc and 12 rows = 4" (10cm) on K-10.5 (6.5mm)

 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. Item may not be
smoothed or finished with an iron. 

 

 

Martha Stewart CraftsTM/MC Alpaca Blend Yarn

Article # 5500

Luxurious fibers are blended for easy care in this soft bulky yarn. It's
perfect for sweaters, hats, scarves, and shawls, as well as cozy afghans.
Bulky

cables and textural stitch patterns work up beautifully. 

3.50 oz./100 g (115 yd/105 m)

40% Wool, 40% Acrylic, 20% Alpaca

Gauge:

Knit: 13 sts x 18 rows = 4 inches on size 10 (6mm) needles 

Crochet: 11 sc x 14 rows = 4 inches on size N-13 (9mm) hook

Product Care Instructions: Machine 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. 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    

 

Martha Stewart CraftsTM/MC Glitter Eyelash Yarn

Article # 5800

Add color, sparkle, and texture to any craft project with this fun yarn.
Create glamorous scarves and wraps, use as a trim on hats, gloves, and
sweaters,

or mix with other yarns for an exciting effect.

0.88 oz./25 g (39 yd/35 m)

78% Polyester, 22% Metallic Polyester

Gauge:

Knit: 16 sts x 20 rows = 4 inches on size 10.5 (6.5mm) needles 

Crochet: 12 sc x 14 rows = 4 inches on size K-10.5 (6.5mm) 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 14 Colors    

 

Martha Stewart CraftsTM/MC Roving Wool Yarn

Article # 5200

Soft, natural roving wool works up fast for warm, cozy sweaters, long
scarves, and colorful hats. It's also great for felting projects. 

Made in the USA.

   Solids: 1.75 oz (50g), 58 yards (53m) 

Prints: 1.5 oz (42g), 49 yards (45m)

100% Wool

Gauge:

Knit: 13 sts x 19 rows = 4 inches on size 10 (6mm) needles 

Crochet: 11 sc x 14 rows = 4 inches on size N-13 (9mm) 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. Regular ironing, steam

or dry, may be performed at Low setting (110C, 230F) only. 

Available in 14 Colors    

 

Moonlight Mohair Yarn

Article # 510

Soft, misty, almost magical! Moonlight Mohair sparkles softly and works up
beautifully!

Moonlight Mohair is a bulky weight yarn that mixes a strand of soft mohair
with a slubbed, sparkly, multi-colored yarn. The sophisticated colors and
exciting

textures will make any project extra-special. 

 

Tweed Stripes Yarn

Article # 753

Tweedy blends create subtle stripes as you knit, perfect for sweaters,
scarves, accessories and more. A perfect blend of fashion and function this
easy

care, bulky yarn stitches up in a cozy, but lightweight fabric that looks
and feels great. 

3.00 oz./85 g (144 yd/132 m)

100% Acrylic

Gauge:

Knit: 14.5 stitches x 18 rows on size 10 (6mm) needles 

Crochet: 10 single crochet x 14 rows on size K-10.5 (6.5mm) hook 

Product Care Instructions: Items made from this yarn may be laundered
through the use of hottest available water, detergent or soap, agitation,
and a machine

designed for this purpose. A machine dryer may be regularly used at the
hottest available temperature setting. 

Available in 14 Colors    

 

Vanna's Colors Yarn

Article # 862

You bring the creativity, and Vanna's Colors will do the rest. This
silky-soft premium acrylic features a unique painterly effect that creates
subtle,

sophisticated color changes. Its bulky weight makes it a breeze to create
fast-finish afghans, home décor, and accessories. 

3.00 oz./85 g (101 yd/92 m)

100% Acrylic

Gauge:

Knit: 12 sts + 18 rows = 4 inches on size 10 (6mm) needles 

Crochet: 11 sc + 14 rows = 4 inches on size K-10.5 (6.5mm) hook

Product Care Instructions: Items made from this yarn may be laundered
through the use of hottest available water, detergent or soap, agitation,
and a machine

designed for this purpose. Any dry cleaning solvent other than
trichloroethylene may be safely used. 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    

 

Velvetspun Yarn

Article # 580

So soft, so thick, so velvety that you'll have to touch it to believe that
anything can feel so good! Use this snuggly soft chenille for garments,
accessories

and baby projects.

Note: It is extremely important to tie Velvetspun off securely when joining
skeins, starting or finishing a piece. This ensures that the long plush
fibers

are securely anchored!

3.00 oz./85 g (54 yd/49 m)

100% Polyester

Gauge:

Knit: 8 stitches x 16 rows = 4" (10 cm) on size 10.5 (6.5mm) needles

Crochet: 9 sc x 9 rows = 4" (10 cm) with K-10.5 (6.5mm) 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 not be used. 

Available in 3 Colors    

 

Wool-Ease® Chunky Yarn

Article # 630

Warm, easy-care Wool-Ease® Chunky comes in a versatile weight -- a little
heavier than original (worsted weight) Wool-Ease, but not as heavy as (super

bulky weight) Wool-Ease Thick & Quick -- making it perfect for so many
projects, from fast-finish sweaters to accessories like purses and hats. 

5.00 oz./140 g (153 yd/140 m)  

80% Acrylic, 20% Wool  

Gauge:

Knit: 14 stitches x 18 rows = 4 inches (10 cm) on size 10½ U.S. (6.5 mm)
needles

Crochet: 10 sc + 11 rows = 4 inches (10 cm) on size K-10½ U.S. (6.5 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 24 Colors    

  

 




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