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Caron
Cotton Cakes
Caron Cotton Cakes is a versatile, soft-to-the-touch yarn that combines the natural comfort of cotton with the resilience of acrylic. It is an excellent choice for lightweight summer garments, accessories, and vibrant home decor projects.
0.0 / 5.0
WEIGHT
Worsted
METERAGE
193m / 211yds
FIBER
60% Cotton, 40% Acrylic
PROS
- Perfect balance of cotton breathability and acrylic durability
- Self-striping colorways create effortless visual interest without weaving in ends
- Machine washable and dryable for high-use everyday items
CONS
- Multi-strand twist can be prone to splitting if using sharp-tipped needles
- Relatively short yardage per cake requires multiple joins for larger projects
Full Review
The color transitions are smooth and the texture is much softer than 100% cotton.
Great for summer shawls; it has a lovely drape and doesn't feel heavy.
Easy to work with, though I had to be careful not to split the yarn with my crochet hook.