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Lion Brand

Homespun

Lion Brand Homespun is a uniquely textured bulky yarn known for its painterly color palettes and soft, wavy construction. It is a long-standing favorite for creating cozy afghans, shawls, and sweaters that require both warmth and a lightweight feel.

0.0 / 5.0
WEIGHT
Bulky
METERAGE
169m / 185yds
FIBER
98% Acrylic, 2% Polyester

PROS

  • Unique wavy bouclé texture provides exceptional loft and visual depth
  • Extremely soft handle making it ideal for next-to-skin wear and blankets
  • Machine washable and dryable for easy maintenance of large projects

CONS

  • Textured surface makes stitch definition difficult to see for beginners
  • Prone to fraying at the ends if the core thread is not knotted immediately

Full Review

The colors are stunning, but it can be a challenge to find your stitches due to the texture.

Makes the absolute softest prayer shawls and blankets I have ever gifted.

Be careful when frogging; the fibers tend to catch on each other making it hard to undo work.