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BBH
New Pal
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 Posted - 04/25/2010 : 11:11:10 AM
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I'm wanting to find a yarn (WW) that has less pilling. Or are there any yarns that don't pill? I believe this subject was discussed on this forum but I'm having trouble finding it. Will you please direct me to where I can find this discussion, or give your favorite yarns here.
I think my niece was wanting an acrylic yarn, but she may also be open for suggestions. She is wanting something that is an easy care yarn and holds up well for her daughter.
Thanking you in advance. Barbara |
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SkeinHerder
Gabber Extraordinaire
USA
385 Posts |
Posted - 04/26/2010 : 08:55:24 AM
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I've used Encore and berroco comfort for afghans and baby blankets. Berroco comfort is very soft and completely machine wash and dry.
Happiness is an inside job.
http://www.ravelry.com/projects/SkeinHerder |
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jtamsn
Permanent Resident
USA
1580 Posts |
Posted - 04/26/2010 : 3:57:03 PM
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I am also a fan of Encore. I like Red Heart and the Bernat big skeins for afghans. They wear forever and are very easy to launder.
judy |
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kbshee
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USA
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Gelliott
Seriously Hooked
USA
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Posted - 04/28/2010 : 2:38:55 PM
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I love Encore for afghans and children's clothing.
The heathered colors seem nicer than what you usually get with acrylics (and there is a huge range of colors); Pilling is not bad if you knit at a reasonably tight gauge; and the yardage is great for the price.
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dmlosco@hotmail.com
New Pal
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Posted - 05/31/2012 : 7:51:15 PM
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| I have a grandchild on the way - July. What's your favorite baby blanket yarn - washable/dryer, and soft? |
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ikkivan
Gabber Extraordinaire
USA
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Posted - 06/01/2012 : 09:00:54 AM
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For an afghan for general use, you may want to look at the Deborah Norville (Premier) yarns ... they are advertised as being very resistant to pilling.
For BABY blankets, I no longer use anything but 100% wool because of the burn/fire hazard with synthetics. I like KnitPicks Swish or Dream in Color Classy or Cascade 220 superwash.
Donna, with intentions always bigger than her available time. (OkieDokieKnitter on Ravelry) |
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auntlinda
Chatty Knitter
USA
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Posted - 06/25/2012 : 2:51:51 PM
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Cascade 220 superwash is great. 100% wool, so no fire danger. The sport weight is great for baby blankets.
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hillstreetmama
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USA
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Posted - 06/29/2012 : 8:27:42 PM
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I, too, love the 220 superwash, but you will pay more than for the Encore. For a gift, it HAS to be washable, as you have no control over how they care for it. Sooner or later, it will end up in the washer, so make sure it will hold up. Both the Cascade and the Encore soften considerably with the first wash.
Jan
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