That’s very interesting, Jenn – thanks for that info! I arranged all the flattened samples by size here so you can see the difference visually too – 0.3mm per stitch may not sound like much, but you can see that it really makes a difference, even in a small amigurumi piece: Flattened samples from the top – the height of the samples shows the stitch width variation, Flattened samples from the side – the height of the samples shows the stitch length variation. Apr. Sorry I didn’t check for a FAQ first. That’s 30 metres more yarn with the same total weight, which means the yarn really has got thinner (and the gauge information was never modified, although the gauge is definitely different since the change!). That makes it sound pretty locked down, and that any yarn you choose that fits those requirements will be exactly the same. You may experience order delays Learn More. btw, june, what a lovely site. They are well written and reliable. Report an issue with our yarn information. I will keep this handy to refer. Am I right? Please mail us: hello@yarnsub.com. Menu. Will the proportions still be the same with light worsted yarn and a smaller hook? the label states this yarn is a Category 4, but I personally think it’s basically the same weight as Lion Brand Scarfie yarn which is a Category 5. not many neutral color options available. the latest batch that i bought was totally unusable, because it broke just by looking at it, and it wouldn’t even have survived a gentle handwashing. . Interesting and ad revealing blog about yarn weights, and something which we all should do in our knitting and crocheting lives is to keep notebooks and samples of our yarn experiences. The result looks poor and knits up much smaller and even handles very differently. I think it could be substituted in pretty much any of my Scarfie designs. It sheds a lot! Jan. Feb. Mar. I thought Simply soft and RH Soft were similar and thanks to your chart, was correct – great for substituting I agree with the different colors even within the same brand….wonder if it’s more dye added making the fiber heavier? As with any yarn substitution, I recommend making a gauge swatch to check before you start a project. Ican see yarns being of different thicknesses when made by different companies although the standard for worsted weight #4 should mean all would be exactly the same. In Australia we have 8ply which I think I equiv to Double Knit. Thank you for visiting! It really will make a lovely addition to any room in your home. I have searched online for months and NO ONE ever admits that just because it says “4” worsted weight doesn’t mean it’s the same thickness! Clearance . RED HEART strata is a knit yarn that features fine fibers knitted into a tube around a soft core. Makes it difficult. I apologize for asking that question as you’ve provided wonderful information regarding yarn here! Just wanted to thank you for clarifying the differences and how to test for size from now on!! It has great nice stitch definition and is very versatile. Thank you for this information! My reply was to Anita’s question about how these yarns stand up to washing when they are used to make garments, which I couldn’t address from personal experience, as I don’t use these yarns to make garments, and my own amigurumi are never washed . I know it’s answered some questions for me, and now I’ll feel more confident about deciding to mix, or not mix, certain yarns in my future amigurumi projects. Wow! Machine wash? I took 8 samples of worsted weight acrylic yarns, choosing a different colour for each so we can recognise them later: Yarn thickness is often measured in terms of wraps per inch (WPI). Of the yarns I tested above, I’d assume one of the store brands (Hobby Lobby I Love This Yarn! Thanks for the info. Hi, Knit Picks Brava recently changed manufacturers, and is now significantly thinner and somewhat shinier – not all the way to the Simply Soft and its kin, but very noticeable. RED HEART … I want to crochet a free pattern from Caron and perhaps adapt it some, but didn’t know how I could find it here. So, I’d use any of the top 4 yarns (Bernat, Patons, Red Heart, Caron) interchangeably – they have a similar weight and sheen to them, and the size difference is no more than that between different shades of the same type of yarn. While this yarn is beautiful, it does look quite a bit different than Lion Brand Scarfie when worked up. thank you thank you thank you thank you thank you thank you thank you thank you! This is so helpful! Any stuffed things I’ve ever made have definitely passed through the washer/dryer from time to time. Currently, I have decided to add rows to an old project. Found your article very interesting and it helped clarify some of the things I had noticed. Old-fashioned acrylics felt hard and looked matte, whereas many modern ‘soft’ acrylics feel silkier to work with, and have more of a sheen to them. Yarnspirations has everything you need for a great project. I can not understand what Worsted weight really is in Australia? hi, june – wonderful explanation! Please explain the problem: Your e-mail: (optional) Report issue. the label states this yarn is a Category 4, but I personally think it’s basically the same weight as Lion Brand Scarfie yarn which is a Category 5. Report an issue with our yarn information. This yarn is also what I would consider a jumbo yarn. In South Africa, it’s called aran weight – DK is lighter (#3) and bulky is heavier (#5) – but there aren’t many aran weight yarns available in SA, in my experience. Search. I’d be interested to try the new (improved?) Follow me! Thank You so much for this info… I find it very informative… I was just trying to compare two yarns of the same weight and this was extremely helpful.. Canada. Your e-mail: Subscribe. Bernat Satin (pictured above) apparently has a WPI of 9, not the 12 I measured. It’s nice and thick, looks like wool but is a bit more tightly woven vs. a yarn like Red Heart Irresistible Yarn. Scarfie has some wool in it, and I know that not everyone can work with wool. This Red Heart Strata Yarn is available in several colors to … If anything, I personally think it was on the bulkier end compared to Scarfie, so be sure to check your gauge especially if you want to use it for mittens or slippers. Thank you very much for your help! Ravelry lists them as having the same WPI’s and my dark brown I Love This Yarn matches the gauge, but the color Linen by I Love This Yarn is super thin and isn’t matching the gauge at all. All content copyright © 2006- These patterns are owned and created by Red Heart and offered here with special permission. Manufacturer’s are not always using fibers from the same source and many things can change how a fiber feels and reacts. Home; Yarn Brands; Red Heart; Report a data issue. There are a whole slew of projects I already have in mind for this yarn. it is available online, but I didn’t see it at any of my local yarn stores, it’s not quite as soft or flow-y when it’s worked up. United Kingdom. Have you tried looking on Ravelry? I only respond to questions here on the blog, so please return to this page to see my reply, or check the box below to subscribe to new comments by email. Thanks again for the work it took to put this comparison together for everyone. Extremely soft with just a little stretch, it's perfect for accessories, fashions and home decor. A list of potential substitutes, if you can't get hold of Red Heart Hygge, with detailed advice and warnings about any differences. I’m not sure if I should use two hook sizes up to match the gauge or what. I used an E (3.5mm) hook and crocheted a cup shape with each yarn, using the same pattern for each cup, and making sure the sample was large enough to measure the finished single crochet stitch width and height. If you’re looking to substitute yarn fibers (i.e wool versus cotton) keep that in mind, as yarn fibers make a big difference when making yarn substitutions. Search Catalog Search. I receive a small commission for any purchases made through these links at no additional charge to you. I guess i should have gone down a hook size for it to be smaller. And that’s another reason why it’s so important to make a gauge swatch before you dive into a large wearable project: to check that the fabric looks and feels good with the yarn you’ve chosen at the specified gauge. Thank you so much for this explanation! Hi Jane & June! How do our yarns compare? To get an accurate measurement, I measured over 10 stitches and 6 rows to get my average stitch heights and widths. Jul. Aug. Sep. Oct. Nov. … You may prefer a firmer, more rigid yarn for amigurumi, or like the shinier, softer look and feel. Red Heart Strata E850.2570 Yarn, Coral Knit yarn that is similar to a t-shirt yarn but does not fray or curl 76Percent Acrylic, 24Percent nylon 95 yard length Ball Recommended size l-11 Crochet hook and size us 11 knitting needle Machine wash cold, gentle cycle. The issue is seldom talked about on knitting sites, and in fact this is the only reference I could find anywhere. So informative and precise. I live in the UK and DK (light worsted) yarn is a lot easier and cheaper to get hold of than aran (worsted) yarn. I just bought both of them at the same time and at the same store too. I’ve also used craftsmart (Michaels) and Vanna’s Choice (Lionbrand) which are quite similar for projects that require sturdiness. Please explain the problem: Your e-mail: (optional) Report issue. So this year I went on the hunt and gathered a list of substitutes that I think will work fabulous for the Seven Days of Scarfie patterns. It is driving me crazy! As a designer of baby items I am sometimes frustrated by the differences between varied yarns of the same weight. After verifying that the change in the yarn was real (old WPI 11, new WPI 12), I checked the ball bands from several skeins of old and new Satin. yes. Welcome to Left in Knots! I just wanted to say THANK YOU for taking the time to share this spectacular comparison which I know had to have been quite time consuming. Red Heart Gemstone is a category 5, and I would suggest using this yarn as a substitute for scarves/cowls and possibly hats. Here there are 12 wraps between the 3″ and 4″ markers on the ruler. The Latest Free Patterns from Left in Knots, Acrylic Substitutes for Lion Brand Scarfie Yarn, Crochet 20 Minute Ear Warmer - Free Pattern, Crochet Christmas Table Runner - Free Pattern, Crochet Santa's Blanket with Fur Border - Free Pattern for Christmas, Crochet Frosted Petals Ear Warmer - Free Pattern, Crochet Classic Wrap Scarf - Free Pattern. I don’t remember how I came across your blog but I love it. Charlene, as I said at the top of the post, worsted weight (or #4) yarn is known as ’10-ply’ or ‘aran weight’ outside North America. Learn all about Strata from Red Heart Yarn with this quick informational video!Let's connect! Want to say thanks? I wish they would change, the yarn ,instruction,s in the back to.light medium and heavy.like they do on coffee cans..thank you for sharing your chart.june I love to crochet.but I HATE ALL THE GUESS WORK.PEACEOUT!!! Home; Yarn Brands; Red Heart; Report a data issue. If you find your stitches are gaping open with your yarn, just reduce the hook size until they look neat (as I recommend in all my patterns, no matter which yarn you choose/use). Extremely soft with just a little stretch, it’s perfect for accessories, fashions and home décor. Weight Expand menu #1 Super Fine #2 Sport Fine #3 DK Light #4 Worsted (Medium) #5 Bulky #6 Super Bulky #7 Jumbo; Brand Expand menu. Red Heart Strata E850.2570 Yarn, Coral AMAZON Knit yarn that is similar to a t-shirt yarn but does not fray or curl 76Percent Acrylic, 24Percent nylon 95 yard length Ball Recommended size l-11 Crochet hook and size us 11 knitting needle Machine wash cold, gentle cycle. If it’s thinner, it means the manufacturers are using less material and it saves them money. Amigurumi in general may be washed! Please mail us: hello@yarnsub.com. Strata (disc 2013)* Strata (new 2016)* Stripes* Super Saver Economy Flecks* Super Soft* Super Sport* Super Tweed* Sweet* Symphony* Timea* Tweed* Tweed Twist* Velvety* Vivid* Wintuk 4-ply Knitting Worsted* Wintuk Sport Yarn* With Wool* Zoomy* * = discontinued yarn Whether you don’t want to work with wool or you just want a few more color options to work with; I think you are going to love some of the options below for substitution. Bookmarked. Canada. Thank you :) - June. Strata is a jersey knit tube featuring fine fibers knitted into a tube around a soft core. Something went wrong. Each skein is 76% Acrylic, 24% Nylon, in 95 yards (285 yards total). I am amazed at how many clothing patterns are in WW. Worsted 100% Acrylic 228 yards / 100 grams 47 projects. Then the heavy weight is called Bulky. The yarns I tested were just what I happened to have on hand; they may not match up exactly with the skeins in your stash. Also, I think because of the economy, brands are putting less and less ounces to the skein. Bernat; Red Heart; Caron; Lily Sugar'n Cream; Patons ; Phentex; Sugar Bush; Peaches & Creme; Yarn Type Expand menu. 100% Manufactured Fibers - Acrylic. If only there was enough time in the day to get to everything I want to do. very similar look and feel to Lion Brand Scarfie, the shimmer running throughout the yarn is very subtle and pretty, this yarn only comes with the shimmer - no option for those who don’t want some sparkle, the color changes are gradual, but the color segments are shorter than in Scarfie yarn (not necessarily a con, just a difference). I would have to agree on the Impeccable (Loops & Threads/Michaels) being a sturdy one. This changes the “which yarns pair up with what, when” information. Having grown up in an area that produces cotton I know that many things affect the fiber at the end including heat and moisture. It confirms and clarifies some of my own observations. All the different major suppliers seem to have an equivalent. similar look and feel to Lion Brand Scarfie. As you can see, the samples varied in size considerably: These two samples were crocheted using the same hook and pattern, but the different yarns make a huge difference to the finished size! Sign In / Create Account. Thank you very much for your help! So, I’d use any of the top 4 yarns (Bernat, Patons, Red Heart, Caron) interchangeably – they have a similar weight and sheen to them, and the size difference is no more than that between different shades of the same type of yarn. Hi June: Please mail us: hello@yarnsub.com. What is their problem I wonder. Brava if I can figure out a way to get my hands on some , (By the way, I hope nobody will take my comparison as a definitive list of which yarns are similar – yarns change all the time, and there are even a noticeable differences in thickness, shine, etc between different shades of the same yarn. Thank you so much! Thanks for any info , Jess, please see my articles on Yarn for Amigurumi and Resizing Amigurumi for tips on finding yarn for amigurumi outside North America and the answer to your question (including examples) . The yarns I prefer (Cascade Cherub for worsted and Berroco Comfort for bulky) are slimmer than other commercial yarns, leading my customers to experiencing trouble with substitution. It is so hard when trying to select a local yarn to a pattern. It is created with Red Heart Strata Yarn, ... are imprinted in my mind and have created a list of other items I hope to create with this same technique, stitch pattern, and yarn. So my little caution is to watch out – even if you’re buying the same brand and type of yarn, it may not have exactly the same thickness. You can get away with using a DK weight though – again, not all yarns marked DK are the same, and some are quite similar to the ‘light worsted’ end of my scale above. It’s still a loose fluffy yarn and of course, all the fuzzy means it sheds. Status. All Bernat Satin has a weight of 100g, but the older balls were labelled as between 149 and 152m per 100g skein. These are just my opinion, and I may have invented the term ‘light worsted’, but I feel it applies for subdividing the ‘worsted’ weight into strata of weights that match each other more closely.