Thank you for sharing this info. I just been crocheting for about six months and have used Red Heart Soft and I Love This yard. Caron simply soft is my favorite.
Amanda, lo love your choices. Patons Canadiana is an unsung hero. Hobby Lobby I Love This Yarn is hard to beat. Another one I love is Vannas Choice. It is soft, washable and holds it shape so beautifully
To be honest, I try and buy cakes with the yarn end already sticking out. It’s a little more helpful to me. However, I usually have to dig in the skein to find and pull out the end lol
Hello, in each of my pattern tutorials, I tell you how many stitches are needed to make a baby blanket. I also leave a link to that pattern in the description box below the video. Typically baby blankets are around 100-130 chains depending on the size needed.
I just started to crochet again and I have made several baby blankets. I love the finished products but I am disappointed after I machine wash and dry which I do before I gift them. I have used several manufacturers and they all seem to pill. Any suggestions?
I would maybe try using the gentle cycle of your machine and lay flat to dry. You could also try using a garment bag as well. I know a lot of people hand wash their items, so maybe that’s another option. Some yarns are anti pilling so you could always stick with those brands as well. I hope that helps!
Unfortunately acrylic tends to be that way unless you go for a premium acrylic,but I like an acrylic cotton mix as the cotton helps hold it shape,and the acrylic gives the yarn lightness and quicker to dry
I would use acrylic yarns for both. Some brands I recommend are Red Heart Soft, Red Heart with Love, Hobby Lobby I Love This Yarn, and Caron Simply Soft. Happy crocheting!
Hi Amanda thank you for sharing this info. "I love this yarn" is my favorite I've only been crocheting for a little over a year. Can't wait to try the IVTY cotton. 🌹
Thank you for sharing this info. I just been crocheting for about six months and have used Red Heart Soft and I Love This yard. Caron simply soft is my favorite.
Christine Shephard you’re welcome and I’m glad you found this helpful! Happy crocheting 🧶
Amanda, lo love your choices. Patons Canadiana is an unsung hero. Hobby Lobby I Love This Yarn is hard to beat. Another one I love is Vannas Choice. It is soft, washable and holds it shape so beautifully
All great yarns 😊🧶
I really wish they would add more shades to i love this yarn...I find i need more !!!
Haha yes!!
Caron simply soft , hands down!!!!
Such a wonderful yarn!
I just finished a wrap using I Love This Yarn Metallic in Coral and Blush.
That sounds pretty!
Amanda love most of the yarns you mentioned. Also love Premier yarns. Question & probably silly - how do you find the center of a yarn cake? Thanks!
To be honest, I try and buy cakes with the yarn end already sticking out. It’s a little more helpful to me. However, I usually have to dig in the skein to find and pull out the end lol
I've made many baby blankets with this yarn; my preference! The off white makes up in beautiful tone.
It is very pretty, that’s for sure!
Which brand are you referring to?
Where can I find red heart super saver deep teal ohbree yarn
I found mine at Walmart, but you can also find it at Joann Fabrics or Amazon.
I think the little splashes of colors in cakes just make the blankets look uniquely handmade.
Agreed!
My favorite is I love this yarn i mostly crochet with that tfs,,Barbara
Thanks! Me too!
I am in love with Caron Big Cakes 🎂
They're great!
Where do I find how many inches a baby blanket should be? Thanks for the yarn reviews!
Hello, in each of my pattern tutorials, I tell you how many stitches are needed to make a baby blanket. I also leave a link to that pattern in the description box below the video. Typically baby blankets are around 100-130 chains depending on the size needed.
I just started to crochet again and I have made several baby blankets. I love the finished products but I am disappointed after I machine wash and dry which I do before I gift them. I have used several manufacturers and they all seem to pill. Any suggestions?
I would maybe try using the gentle cycle of your machine and lay flat to dry. You could also try using a garment bag as well. I know a lot of people hand wash their items, so maybe that’s another option. Some yarns are anti pilling so you could always stick with those brands as well. I hope that helps!
Unfortunately acrylic tends to be that way unless you go for a premium acrylic,but I like an acrylic cotton mix as the cotton helps hold it shape,and the acrylic gives the yarn lightness and quicker to dry
Hi! I just started crochet and I'm planning on making animals and blankets/carpets! What Yarn would you recommend for me? Thanks 😊👍
I would use acrylic yarns for both. Some brands I recommend are Red Heart Soft, Red Heart with Love, Hobby Lobby I Love This Yarn, and Caron Simply Soft. Happy crocheting!
@@AmandaCrochets thanks! 🤩 I’ll order them now
@@beakeragol3158 You're welcome!
Great info. about some yarns I may try in the future.
Thanks!
Hi Amanda thank you for sharing this info. "I love this yarn" is my favorite
I've only been crocheting for a little over a year. Can't wait to try the IVTY cotton. 🌹
You’re very welcome! I’m glad you enjoy ILTY as well. You’ll have to try the cotton yarn sometime. Happy crocheting! 🧶