Peaches and Creme yarn is primarily sold in retail stores only, though it's listed on Yarnspirations.com for more specific product information and different types of Peaches and Creme formats. It's 100% cotton and is excellent for dishwashing and home-use cotton such as decor, tea towels, hot pads and more. The cotton is grown and spun...
Current Yarn
These yarn brands are still being produced and distributed in select retailers. Find them in stores and/or shop online at Yarnspirations.com. Some of these choices may be just seasonal but are currently being made.
How Yarn is Prepared and Packaged: Behind the Scenes Videos
Today, I am going to show you a rare behind-the-scenes look at how yarn is made. This article shows the process after the yarn is spun. See detailed pictures. Ivy, pictured to the right, is a youngster who captures our emotions when finding that special yarn on the shelves. How does the yarn get made...
What To Do With Caron Simply Soft Stripes Yarn
You may have missed the MEMO for this Caron Simply Soft Stripes Yarn. As of late Spring 2017, at the time of writing this article, the balls are now bigger. Due to popular demand from crocheters and knitters, they have increased the yardage of these balls to provide an extra 25% more yarn for the...
12 Animals to Choose Crochet Amigurumi Kits + Tutorials for All
In 2023, Yarnspirations created 12 Amigurumi Kits for crochet stuffies. They are called the Red Heart Amigurumi Crochet Kit. Seeing the kits in person, I was surprised to see that they were bigger than they looked in the photographs on Yarnspirations. Each kit contains one character; the yarn is 100% recycled cotton. These would make...
Exclusive: What To Do With Caron Latte Cakes + Patterns
New to Michaels Stores is Caron Latte Cakes —a self-striping yarn similar to the original Caron Cakes but with an added touch. There is an extremely soft eyelash type of yarn added to the fibres to give the hues a softness in visual appearance. Very much like the foam on top of a Latte. I...
Exclusive: What To Do With Caron Baby Cakes
Caron Yarns has just launched a brand new yarn line exclusively at Michaels Stores called Caron Baby Cakes. Due to popular demand, it's a spin-off from the Original Caron Cakes. Crocheters and knitters requested that Caron Cakes be in non-wool materials, especially for babies, so they have removed the wool and substituted nylon. So this...
Exclusive: Caron Cotton Cakes Yarn
Caron Cotton Cakes is exclusive to Michaels and has changed three times since its conception. Originally, it was a much smaller cake and only available in multi-coloured long stripes. It left the market for a short time and came back in a large format, as you can see below. The yarn not only changed in...
What To Do With Red Heart Scrubby Sparkle Yarn + Patterns
Red Heart Scrubby Sparkle yarn is made of the same material as Red Heart Scrubby yarn but uses filaments that sparkle. This yarn can be hard on the hands when crocheting, as its intended purpose is to scrub walls, dishes, and more. You may want to wear food-handling gloves on your yarn-feeding hands to avoid...
What To Do With Red Heart Scrubby Yarn + Patterns
A love-hate solid relationship is the Red Heart Scrubby yarn. Like its name implies, this uniquely textured yarn is great for knitting or crocheting dishcloths! Scrubby cloths clean dirty pots more quickly than cotton yarn dishcloths. Since Scrubby is polyester, it will dry a lot quicker! It exfoliates as well, so you can use it...
What To Do with Bernat Premium Tweeds
Bernat Premium Tweeds is a step-up of regular value acrylic yarn. Most know, acrylic yarns are not the same product across the yarn spectrum. There is truly value acrylic that is rough and stiff and crossing over to medium levels to premium levels of acrylic. This is one of the highest levels of quality of...
What To Do With Bernat Super Value Yarn
Bernat Super Value Yarn has been my lifetime staple of yarn. I've used Bernat Super Value the most in all of my projects prior to starting up The Crochet Crowd. Today, it continues to be one of my favourites in quality, colours and reliability of being available. It's an everyday yarn, priced for the everyday...
What To Do with Bernat Velvet Yarn
Daniel and I are predicting the Bernat Velvet yarn to be one of the biggest yarns for 2018 / 2019. Once you feel it, hook with it... you may just fall in love with it. Perfectly coloured natural shimmer. It's heaven gliding through your fingers. This product is available at Joann Fabrics & Crafts, Michaels...
What To Do With Bernat Wavelength Yarn + 4 Patterns
This yarn could be exclusive to Canada in stores, but I am not 100% sure about that. It can be found in select Walmart Canada locations. It's also available on Yarnspirations for those in the USA. It's called Bernat Wavelength yarn. What's intriguing about this yarn is the colour transitioning. It's a strong yarn and...
What To Do With Caron Simply Soft Paints
Caron Simply Soft Paints has been around for years. It is a small extension line of Caron Simply Soft, but it colours with artistry and paint strokes—almost like your own 'monet' or something like that. From the neutrals of paints to vibrant ones like you, see below. This entire line is variegated in nature. Yarn...
How to Use Bernat Blanket-ez + Tutorial
So you want to see what's up with Bernat Alize Blanket EZ yarn? Here is a technical preview of explaining the properties of the yarn, how the loops are made and little fabulous tips about this yarn. Get an up close and personal view of the Bernat Alize Blanket EZ yarn. If you understand how...
What To Do With Phentex Craft and Slipper Yarn
Phentex Craft and Slipper Yarn is one of the longest-lasting products with Yarnspirations. Still going strong and with a wide assortment of colours. This yarn is a plastic made product that doesn't absorb water and for heavy use such as slippers. This is also great for crafting in general as well. Phentex Slipper and Craft...
What To Do With Bernat Blanket Tweeds Yarn
Bernat Blanket Tweeds gives a tonal colour differential change to provide the rustic, used and ultra comfy look right out of the yarn ball. Tweeds are typically spun yarn, and pieces of extra stuff are left in the fibre. In this case, the colouring represents the look only. This yarn is the same size as...
What To Do With Bernat Blanket Tie Dye Ish Yarn
This yarn is deceptive in the ball as the finished project can turn out unique and awesome. This is Bernat Blanket Tie Dye Ish. I'm all over this concept with my lifestyle here at home. It's casual but makes sense if your environment is not magazine-quality. I have two cats and two dogs; say no...
What To Do With Bernat Blanket Twist Yarn
There are eight colours of Bernat Blanket Twist yarn. Unlike regular Bernat Blanket yarn, this yarn comprises twisted plies. The colour variable changes to create a fun arrangement for your final project. The example below is a knit blanket using this yarn. The colour change can keep you mentally interested in completing unique-looking blankets. This...
What To Do With Bernat Blanket Speckled Yarn
This yarn, Bernat Blanket Speckled, speaks to me as a pet caregiver to my two fluffs. The colouring of the yarn as a ball doesn't always land on what you can with it, but once it's crocheted or knitted, it turns the ball into something incredible. Below is the Crochet Speckled Diamond Blanket using this...
What To Do With Red Heart Unforgettable + 4 Patterns
Red Heart Unforgettable is a smooth transitioning yarn. There are 11 colours for this yarn, with some colours discontinued over the years. Red Heart Unforgettable yarn is loved for its bold pastels and vivid colour combinations. The unbelievable softness of this roving yarn results in luxurious garments and accessories, making it one of the most...
What To Do With Red Heart Comfort Yarn
Red Heart Comfort yarn really surprised me to death! If you have played with Red Heart Comfort in the past, you will know that if you made a blanket, the blanket probably could stand on its own, it was rough and really stiff. This yarn can be found in select Walmart Canada stores and online,...
What to Do With Felted Yarn Debut
The latest new yarn is rolling out at Michaels called Bernat Felted yarn. It's a generous-sized ball of 9.2 oz / 260 g with 249 yards / 228 metres. This yarn combines solid and durable materials, including 62% acrylic, 21% wool and 17% nylon. It has a recommended crochet hook size of 8 mm /...
What To Do With Caron Simply Soft Heathers Yarn
Blending Black fibres with solid colours creates a marled effect. Introducing Caron Simply Soft Heathers yarn. This small but exquisite collection of yarn is something I love personally. To some, the muted grey colours are not very appealing, but statistics show that grey, black, and white are among the most purchased yarn colours. For myself,...
What To Do With Caron Simply Soft Brites Yarn
I dream of techno colour, and I enjoy it when my yarn is bright and cheerful, like the Simply Soft Brites yarn by Caron. Due to Caron's offering of premium acrylic, the dyes adhere to a lustre in comparison to value-level yarns. This means bold colours that Caron can offer are a result of using...
What To Do With Caron One Pound Yarn
When it comes to value, nothing beats Caron One Pound! This machine washable and dryable worsted weight yarn comes in a wide range of shades and is available in an economical one-pound skein. One skein makes four full-sized scarves. I really love this yarn as the yarn ball feels like it lasts forever. A whole...
What To Do With Caron Simply Soft Yarn
Caron Simply Soft yarn is one of Caron Yarns strongest performers of yarn in the collection, other than Caron Cakes and Caron One Pound. Caron Simply Soft is on the thinner side of Medium #4 - 4-ply yarn. This product cannot be mixed easily with Caron One Pound, Red Heart Super Saver or Bernat Super...
What To Do With Red Heart With Love Yarn
Red Heart With Love yarn was a must-have when we used to go to the shows to sell yarn and showcase examples of knitting and crochet. It's a premium-grade acrylic and is a step up from Red Heart Super Saver. Joking, but not really... People online can complain about the feel of Red Heart Super...
The Story of Bernat Premium Yarn
Bernat Premium came out many years ago and is a regular stocked item in select Walmart Canada stores. It's a premium-grade acrylic product that is softer than Bernat Super Value. The entire collection has 61 colours, though Walmart only carries a few of the popular colours. You can get the rest online. Yarns Specifics Recommended...
What To Do With Patons Inspired Yarn
Patons Inspired yarn has 26 colours and is a brand new yarn for 2020. It is expected to catch the interest of knitters with its generous 150 g ball. It's a #5 bulky yarn that is 75% acrylic and 25% wool. I'm obsessed with this yarn. Both my book sample and tutorial sample for the...
What To Do With Bernat Sheepy Yarn
A really fluffy yarn called Bernat Sheepy is available. Don't worry, there's no wool, just 100% nylon. It's ultra-soft and swishy to the touch. It's great for making plush toys or even that super cozy baby blanket. There are just a few colours only in this yarn line such as Cotton Tail, Bunny Brown, Baa...
Bernat Crushed Velvet Yarn
Bernat Crushed Velvet yarn joins the lineup of this ever-growing famous brand of yarn. This yarn was originally home decor and then morphed into a baby line. With the shimmering of Bernat Crushed Velvet, this version has a variegated colour. It creates unique projects. Crocheters and knitters have been enjoying this yarn. This is the...
Bernat Blanket Bigger Yarn; Finger Crochet or Knitting
Look at the size of that yarn ball! This is the new Bernat Blanket Bigger yarn. Compare that to the Red Heart Super Saver. It's massive. They are intended for finger knitting and crocheting. These big bad boys will be available at select Joann locations in the USA. They are 21.2 oz / 600 grams....
Red Heart Super Saver Color Block Yarn
Red Heart Super Saver Color Block yarn can be found in Walmart USA with only 3 colour choices. It's a generous 10 oz ball that is uniquely dyed that you cannot see in the ball unless you know about it. In crocheting or knitting thinks like scarves, you will see it do it's magic. It...
Red Heart Super Saver Metallic Yarn
New to the Red Heart Super Saver family of yarn is an extension called Red Heart Super Saver Metallic. Found in Walmart USA, available in only 6 colours. It's the new type of shiny filament that doesn't have the scratch element to it. From either gold or silver shiny filaments with a base colour of...
Did You Know the Difference?
What is the difference between Lily Sugar'n Cream and Bernat Handicrafter Cotton? Maybe this is a trick question, or is it? When you compare the 100% cotton yarn. The look, the texture and how it behaves on your crochet hook or knitting needles, you shouldn't notice any difference. It's the same thing. Lily Sugar'n Cream...
Review: What's The Deal with Caron Cakes?
Caron Cakes was originally launched over 7 years ago and was initially put into Michaels Stores for just 3 months. The original packaging of the yarn was slightly different. The Caron logo had its 100th anniversary on the ball band. While Yarnspirations thought the stitching journey and presentation would be a hit to consumers, the...
What To Do With Caron Jumbo Ombre Yarn
Caron Jumbo Ombre Yarn can be found at JOANN. It's a self-striping yarn that steps through a paint chip card, sort of speak. I saw examples made with yarn back in December 2019. I was floored. I know Caron One Pound, Caron One Pound have a tendency to be on the stiff side until it...
What To Do With Caron Colorama Halo Yarn
New as of Summer 2023 is Caron Colorama Halo yarn. You've seen it before as an O'Go format but since the retirement of O'Go-wrapped yarn, it was brought back as a cake format. So what's the big deal eh? It's a perfect-phasing yarn. Technology has come a long way in making yarn. This yarn phases...
Bernat Blanket Perfect Phasing Yarn
New Bernat Blanket Perfect Phasing yarn is fresh in 2023 at select JOANN stores and Joann.com. This is a new technology that colour grades ideally. Testing with Caron Colorama Halo last year, the technology is now with Bernat Blanket this year. There is no colour blocking of a shade; the colour seamlessly changes and, depending...