Yarn Information

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How much yarn do I need to make a ____?

This chart estimates how much yarn you will need for specific crafts. To download a PDF of this, click here....
Can I combine two strands of one weight to equal a larger weight?

Yes, you may use two strands of a finer weight yarn held together to approximate the gauge of a thicker...
How do I find the end of the skein or ball? How do I pull from the center?

Most Lion Brand yarns come in "pull skeins" or "center pull balls". These include balls like Vanna's Choice, Wool-Ease, Babysoft,...
How do I substitute one yarn for another?

The gauge of your pattern determines which weight of yarn you should select. You can use any yarn that has...
How much yarn do I need for a particular pattern?

The best and most accurate measure for calculating amounts is yards, and all Lion Brand yarns give yardage for that...
How do I know which yarn to use for a project I want to make?

The gauge of your pattern determines which weight of yarn you should select. You can use any yarn that has...
What are the differences between yarn weights?

Here's a short video explaining the difference between yarn weights: If you need more information, click here for a visual...
How is yarn usually packaged?

Yarn is usually "put up" or packaged in one of the following ways: 1. In a skein (pronounced "skān"), a...
Homespun bunches up when I work with it. Why is that and what can I do to stop it?

The softness in Homespun is achieved by a loose spinning process. Because of this loose spinning, bunching will sometimes occur--more...
I made a project with a chenille yarn and now I have loose loops all over. What happened?

Chenille yarns have a tendency to "worm" their way out of stitches because of the way the yarn is constructed....