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    Today I’m going to be testing the 10 best selling yarns on Amazon. These are the yarns that are selling like hotcakes and I want to see what all the buzz is about.
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    •Lion Brand Wool Ease Thick & Quick: amzn.to/4cMd6L3
    •Red Heart Super Savers Stripes: amzn.to/3UckRSZ
    •Lion Brand Hometown: amzn.to/43UAxxs
    •YarnArt Jeans: amzn.to/43UAIc6
    •Caron Simply Soft: amzn.to/3PZ767A
    •Red Heart Super Saver Jumbo: amzn.to/4cKG2mq
    •Bernat Baby Blanket: amzn.to/4cPE8B9
    •Easy Peasy Yarn: amzn.to/3Jf40Zr
    •Red Heart Super Saver: amzn.to/3vNFsUk
    •Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton: amzn.to/3vVsUu3
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    •Retro Stripe Sunburst Granny Square Throw: www.nautikrallcrochet.com/blo...
    •Academia Throw: www.lionbrand.com/products/ac...
    •Petunia Petalmouse Amigurumi Pattern: eliserosecrochet.com/free-ami...
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  • @EliseRoseCrochet
    @EliseRoseCrochet  Před měsícem +18

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  • @lauramorrow784
    @lauramorrow784 Před měsícem +140

    I always wash my red heart projects in white vinegar the first time, it softens up very nicely.

    • @EliseRoseCrochet
      @EliseRoseCrochet  Před měsícem +18

      That's very good to know! Thanks for sharing! 🧶🧶🧶

    • @CoolCraftyCreations
      @CoolCraftyCreations Před měsícem +12

      Now I've heard of washing RH in either hair conditioner or fabric softener, I'll definitely add white vinegar as well. Thanks.

    • @themoodyonejb
      @themoodyonejb Před měsícem +7

      Wow cool, How much vinegar? I've never heard this one. Vinegar has so many cool uses.

    • @lauramorrow784
      @lauramorrow784 Před měsícem +7

      @@themoodyonejb, I add about a cup to the regular wash cycle with just a little laundry detergent.

    • @themoodyonejb
      @themoodyonejb Před měsícem +2

      @@lauramorrow784 thank you . I'm going to ask my mother has she ever done this. I'm going to try this soon, when I'm finished my current project.

  • @NikkiDoesStufff
    @NikkiDoesStufff Před měsícem +50

    Red heart softens well. I hate when people review and put it down for its “scratchy feel”. There are lots of ways to counter act that. If the yarn was so bad it wouldn’t be one of the top sellers year after year. I love my red heart.

    • @EliseRoseCrochet
      @EliseRoseCrochet  Před měsícem +2

      Thanks for sharing!! 🧶🧶🧶

    • @elishevahgodfrey3888
      @elishevahgodfrey3888 Před měsícem +3

      I wonder if Redhart has changed the way they make it from back then. I still have some skeins that are about 30 years old and they are just as scratchy even after washing. I'll have to try again with a new skein to see if they make it differently now.

    • @theniabautista6306
      @theniabautista6306 Před 24 dny

      I do to

    • @ardellapurcell4433
      @ardellapurcell4433 Před 18 dny +3

      I don't remember where I heard it, but years ago, someone told me they make it stiff on purpose so that it's easier for beginners to work with, and that you're supposed to wash off whatever they use to make it that way. It makes sense to me, because in 2013, my husband (an absolute beginner at the time) made a blanket for his mom for Christmas, and I let him choose what he thought would be easiest for him to work with in order to set him up for success. He chose three colors of Red Heart, and the final product was amazing. His mom was sort of picky about textures too, but she used it every day when she sat in her spot in the living room up until she passed away in 2016. Our youngest sleeps with it now.
      Anyway, I put whole skeins in one leg of a set of panty hose, then wash it in detergent for babies (usually Dreft) and fabric softener and dry them on low heat with dryer sheets. It not only softens it for the final product itself but makes it more comfortable to work with. I only do that with big projects though, because I seem to be a faster crocheter when the project is bigger and I will get like...almost a rug burn from it. lol
      I slept under the crocheted blanket I made for my husband just last night, and it was not only comfortable, but heavy and warm. It saved me from the central air. lol But you're 100% correct; there are ways to make Red Heart soft.

  • @solveigfrank
    @solveigfrank Před měsícem +96

    Tip: if i wanna know if a yarn gonna be scratchy on skintouch…couse hands aint so sensitiv as other parts of the body…i hold the skein against my neck and check if its scratching or not (never failed me)

    • @EliseRoseCrochet
      @EliseRoseCrochet  Před měsícem +12

      That's a great tip!! 🧶🧶🧶

    • @orangegog
      @orangegog Před měsícem

      I thought I was the only one 😅

    • @TranquilityChiba
      @TranquilityChiba Před měsícem +2

      I check inside of elbow or back of hand. Tho I don't think the back of hand trick can work for everyone since I struggle with dry skin

  • @cindyb5065
    @cindyb5065 Před měsícem +123

    Caron Simply Soft is good for shawls with the recommended hook size. It gives amazing drape. Our prayer shawl ministry uses it often and it’s well received.

    • @EliseRoseCrochet
      @EliseRoseCrochet  Před měsícem +13

      That's good to know!! That makes total sense! Thanks for sharing! 🧶🧶🧶

    • @terrayfic
      @terrayfic Před měsícem +5

      funny! our Prayer Shawl Ministry doesn't like it, so I took it to make granny stripe scarves (using size 9/I hook) and love them so much. I'm going to sell them this Fall to raise money for more yarn :) It's the same as Bernat Satin!

    • @amandajett4669
      @amandajett4669 Před měsícem

      I have noticed that people who use inline hooks tend to not like this yarn as much as those who use tapered. I do not like this yarn at all and use inline hooks. I did try with tapered once. It worked better

    • @hilarycohen1470
      @hilarycohen1470 Před měsícem +1

      Iu’ve heard that simply soft tends to pill on washing. ’ve used a lot of simply soft, but only projects I’ve given away

    • @karenleavitt7241
      @karenleavitt7241 Před měsícem

      @@terrayfic really. That is shocking. I donate shawls and blankets with them and are very happy. That is sad, but now you get to sell them!

  • @sandygrogg1203
    @sandygrogg1203 Před měsícem +31

    Red heart super saver, is probably the best selling yarn in the United States. Spite of it not being as soft as some other yarn. Those of us who use it know that we can turn it into a soft and squishy project that will be loved and cherished. The colors are great is practically in destructible, so will last forever. It’s almost everywhere.
    I have Afghan that I’ve made decades to go, that are still bright and beautiful. We love our red heart and we don’t like having it put down.

    • @EliseRoseCrochet
      @EliseRoseCrochet  Před měsícem +1

      Thanks for sharing! 🧶🧶🧶

    • @recycledapathy7411
      @recycledapathy7411 Před měsícem +3

      My favorite thing about RHSS is the frankly amazing number of color choices. I made a blanket for my daughter that was really meant to just be a bedspread type of thing, and she's very picky about what colors she wants to use to decorate. Red Heart was the only yarn that was precisely the colors she wanted. I didn't bother softening it up since it's a bedspread, though, lol

    • @JjJjJ200
      @JjJjJ200 Před měsícem

      Sometimes it depends on the stitch as well. Doing double crochet (U.S. terms) is softer than singles.

  • @CraftinginSilence
    @CraftinginSilence Před měsícem +17

    People love to hate on RHSS, but items made with RHSS Retro Stripes are always to first to go at the local blanket drive. LOL Toddlers and and kids gravitate towards the bright colors. I made myself a shawl out of it, and it cheers me up on dreary winter days.

  • @jeanettecastle7916
    @jeanettecastle7916 Před měsícem +15

    Buying the right yarn for the right project is important because you don't want to waste money, work hard on a project only to find out you're disappointed in the final outcome, and also because of concerns with hand issues. So, thanks for giving us this valuable, free information.!

  • @debramitchell4984
    @debramitchell4984 Před měsícem +51

    I love the videos where you test yarns and products. Thanks for the tips

    • @EliseRoseCrochet
      @EliseRoseCrochet  Před měsícem +2

      Thank you! I'm glad you enjoyed it! 🧶🧶🧶

    • @candyackley1255
      @candyackley1255 Před měsícem +1

      @@EliseRoseCrochetI love your video tests too, great information! Maybe you could do a test on Hobbii yarns? They look amazing! And so much variety of styles and colors, with mostly decent prices. I’m very curious about them 🥰🥰

    • @EliseRoseCrochet
      @EliseRoseCrochet  Před měsícem +1

      @@candyackley1255 you might want to keep an eye out in the next couple of months... 😉

    • @candyackley1255
      @candyackley1255 Před měsícem

      @@EliseRoseCrochet 🥰🥰

  • @freidasweigart975
    @freidasweigart975 Před měsícem +22

    Red Heart Super Saver is about all I use. People love my amis I make with it. It is budget friendly for me. Love your videos!!

  • @cyndikehrli8389
    @cyndikehrli8389 Před měsícem +25

    Good morning! I learned to crochet when I was 5 (now 68) using Red Heart yarn. When I learned crochet hooks were : 00, 1, 2, 3, etc, so I get stumped with millimeter designations and have to look them up. My fav hook sizes are H, J, K. Thanks for another great, inspiring video!

  • @margotchurchill5593
    @margotchurchill5593 Před měsícem +11

    I bought a cream Red Heart jumbo skein 7 years ago when I restarted crochet. I use it to practice new stitches, make up mini samples of sweaters etc. I love being able to test on yarn with good stitch definition that I can easily see before jumping in to the actual project! (And that skein is STILL going!)

    • @EliseRoseCrochet
      @EliseRoseCrochet  Před měsícem +1

      Great idea! 🧶🧶🧶

    • @aprilrehor245
      @aprilrehor245 Před měsícem

      I into crochet blanket can you please send me 2super heart in the colors pink

  • @user-ny1qi4ew9i
    @user-ny1qi4ew9i Před měsícem +38

    The red heart super saver really does soften well when washed. It is what I was taught with, 40 some years ago, so I still use it. I also like to use the hobby lobby brand of I love this yarn as it starts soft.

    • @holoinfinity4691
      @holoinfinity4691 Před měsícem +7

      It's a great option because you can get it in bulk for a reasonable price. Great option for those on a budget.

    • @EliseRoseCrochet
      @EliseRoseCrochet  Před měsícem +1

      Thanks for sharing! 🧶🧶🧶

    • @kathytincler2446
      @kathytincler2446 Před měsícem +6

      Hobby Lobby brand 'I Love This Yarn' is my fave go to med weight acrylic yarn. What I really love about it is all the matching/pairing yarns to go with it. I have so much fun trying to come up with color combos for my throws.

    • @kathy9947
      @kathy9947 Před měsícem +7

      I learned to crochet on Red Heart yarn. It does soften up and one thing I wish all brands would adopt is the easy to start skein. Just pull out the one end and find the center pull out. I don't know why they all can't figure this out to avoid the yarn barf!

    • @Idratherbecrocheting
      @Idratherbecrocheting Před měsícem +6

      @@kathytincler2446 Amen, sister! Haha. I loveee LB Pound of Love but finding the center pull is a nightmare. So then you give up trying and pull from the outside and that's a whole new nightmare bc the skein is so large, flopping all over the place as you try to pull more yarn. 😭😭 Like how hard is is people to have a nice little center pull nub hanging out for us? 🙄

  • @bjshifko
    @bjshifko Před měsícem +23

    Super saver is what my mom always used, but she washed the blankets she made before we used them. I’ve noticed that it also depends on the color choice as to how rough it is. The simply soft can split often, again depending on the color. Of your choices I like hometown the best but I am also someone who uses budget friendly yarns since most of my projects are given away.

    • @EliseRoseCrochet
      @EliseRoseCrochet  Před měsícem +1

      The Hometown Yarn was such a surprise to me in how it felt in my hands! 🧶🧶🧶

  • @kennyfrequency
    @kennyfrequency Před měsícem +16

    A NOTICE ABT HOMETOWN YARN!! once you start to wear or use whatever you make with it, it will start to pill somewhat heavily. I experienced this with the bulkier yarns they have but they also can pill a lot more if you have warmer/sweatier hands. thanks friends

  • @tinahairston6383
    @tinahairston6383 Před měsícem +9

    A few years ago Red Heart started revamping their yarn softness so it gets even softer after washing. The thing I love about Red Heart are their ombre colorways which are beautiful and the color changes are gradual so you don't get that hard break in the colors. I ADORE Lion Brand Wool Ease and Hometown! Caron Simply Soft is the only brand that has my absolute favorite color of purple...Perfect Plum. Caron Simply Soft has always been a lightweight #4. I never use a 5mm for it. It WILL pill. Everything I've made with it pills but it's just so soft that I can't complain too much except that it can be slippery on metal hooks.

  • @valeriehowden471
    @valeriehowden471 Před měsícem +21

    Thanks for the review. Yes, it does pay to shop around.
    BTW we all need a mousey snood!

    • @EliseRoseCrochet
      @EliseRoseCrochet  Před měsícem +1

      Right???? That's the cutest little thing I've ever seen! 🐭

  • @susananderson8428
    @susananderson8428 Před měsícem +9

    I just finished a Mexican cardinal for my Granddaughter. She picked the Caron Simply Soft from JoAnn's. It was about $4 per skein but I had a 50% in-store discount for picking up my online order by going in the store! I got it for about $2 per skein in 7 different colors. She found the pattern on Etsy done in rainbow colors so she picked out her "rainbow colors"! It was made with a K hook so "slouchy and drapey" and she loved it. The yarn seemed easy to split when working with it but the medium hook and most of the colors were easy to see so taking my time worked pretty well. She was happy with it so I was too.
    I have some afghans I made years ago that are scratches so learning about washing with fabric softener is something I need to try.
    I just wanted to say for me the "kinda fuzzy" stitch definition in amigurumi is good for me! I'm still new at it so I don't mind the fuzzy stitches! My grandson also likes the softer feel of his toys that seems to come more with a fuzzier yarn, a tiny bit larger hook 3mm instead of 2.5mm and slightly under-stuffed! He is helping me stuff since I tend to stuff pretty full. (My last one he told me "Grandma, I think you and I need to compromise!") He stuffed it and I followed his lead. It was pretty squishy compared to the others I stuffed! But he gave me a list of ones he wants and I have a list of my own to made!
    Love you're videos.
    I do have a couple questions:
    1. Is there a formula for increasing, decreasing and adjusting number of rows if you need to adjust a pattern?
    2. Do you prefer a #4 weight yarn or a sport weight yarn (#2 or #3) for your amigurumi?

    • @EliseRoseCrochet
      @EliseRoseCrochet  Před měsícem

      There are formulas for how many increases and decreases for each round. There's lots of information about it! Just do a google search and you'll find them! ❤️ And I love all sizes but right now I'm loving YarnArt Jeans which is a #2 weight! 🧶🧶🧶

  • @RingoHalliday
    @RingoHalliday Před 20 dny +4

    I just want to say I'm happy to hear you say that black yarn is hard to work with because of being difficult to see it. I honestly thought I was the only one! I avoid using black yarn when possible, and I thought it was all just me.

    • @EliseRoseCrochet
      @EliseRoseCrochet  Před 20 dny +2

      Oh no, it's not just you!!! I know so many crocheters that avoid it because we can't see our stitches!! 🧶🧶🧶

    • @dawnthegoblin
      @dawnthegoblin Před 6 dny +1

      My fourth ever project I decided to make an Amigurumi cat in all black. It took me 6+ hours

  • @TG-nd9rj
    @TG-nd9rj Před měsícem +5

    I grew up in a small town where Walmart was our only store, and they had a very small yarn selection. The Walmart brand and Red Heart were pretty much the only two brands they carried, so I learned how to crochet with Red Heart. I still absolutely love it even after 10+ years. It gets softer after washing, it's so easy to work with, it's cheap, and there's a huge variety of colors. I recently finished a temperature blanket with it and it turned out gorgeous!

  • @matrixmary
    @matrixmary Před 28 dny +2

    I made a ripple afghan out of Red Heart Stripes Retro and it was so pretty! I've been making Barbie ripple afghans out of Stripes to sell on my Etsy shop and they sell really well. I love it!

  • @ardellapurcell4433
    @ardellapurcell4433 Před měsícem +12

    I actually use Caron Simply Soft for my amigurumi, because I have a tighter tension than most crocheters do, so there's not a lot of big holes in my work, even though I use a 5mm hook to make them.
    But, the best use for it that I have found is for hats, because the band sits on your forehead, and lots of crochet and knit hats can be itchy (I'm a nurse, so I'm always thinking about comfort lol). I made elf hats for my entire family for Christmas day, and they were a big hit with my toddlers and my 18-year-old daughter's boyfriend (he wore his for the rest of this past winter lol). It really is a great yarn for anything that is going to rest on your skin - especially the sensitive places, like a person's face. ❤

    • @EliseRoseCrochet
      @EliseRoseCrochet  Před měsícem +1

      Thanks for sharing! 🧶🧶🧶

    • @sweetyrao4198
      @sweetyrao4198 Před měsícem

      Thanks for the info . I request you to share few AmiGurumi patterns

    • @crochetingcindy911
      @crochetingcindy911 Před měsícem +3

      i use Caron Simply Soft strictly for baby blankets and anything for cancer survivors. Being a survivor myself, I know how important softness is and CSS is my always go to for both groups of items.

  • @stuckinmyshow
    @stuckinmyshow Před měsícem +4

    I made my kids jellyfish with the retro stripe red heart yarn. It's not a color I would have ever picked either but my son wanted it and it turned out absolute amazing. I bought another skein and made a second one lol

  • @RepentfollowJesus
    @RepentfollowJesus Před měsícem +7

    I made my first blanket in the late 70s early 80 and it was with Red Heart. I was 16 or 17. I dont remember it being rough. But it was used a lot and washed a lot with tide and downy. I remember it being soft. But who knows? Im older now. My grandma wound up taking charge of it later on and put it on the top of her bed as another layer😊. Makes me feel good that she did that. I miss her.

  • @adippednail5925
    @adippednail5925 Před měsícem +2

    Red hearts has sooo many color choices 🥰 I'm a beginner i just started hookin a few months ago. This video is super helpful!

  • @samzalak4849
    @samzalak4849 Před měsícem +9

    Hey Elise, this is a great review of popular yarns, as you've included wonderful pattern options for each yarn tested!!
    Also, congrats on 200 thousand subs!! 🎉

  • @jamiemiesler322
    @jamiemiesler322 Před měsícem +6

    You mentioned your grandma using Red Heart SS for her afghans & I’m so glad you did as it’s the same thing my husband’s grandma used. We inherited several absolutely beautiful afghans she made but they are so scratchy that we never use them. At least not without something in between the skin & the afghan. It’s so sad because when I started crocheting recently it made me think about how much time & love she put into those & how sadly, the scratchy texture of the yarn makes it so unpleasant to use. I’ve made so many baby blankets & throws & as much as I’d love to use Red Heart I don’t for the reasons I just mentioned & it’s a bummer because they have so many color options & it’s inexpensive. Great video! I love hearing what other crocheters enjoy using & why.

    • @EliseRoseCrochet
      @EliseRoseCrochet  Před měsícem +2

      Yes, it's so sad. They are just too scratchy to use! 🧶🧶🧶

  • @annkastura1849
    @annkastura1849 Před 25 dny +3

    Extremely professional, this video apprars to be well supported by a whole lot of research and preparation. The editing perfects all your preparation work. EXCELLENT JOB❗️ I’ve referenced a few of the patters you suggested and saved them for my future project list.

  • @NotHere4ThisShip
    @NotHere4ThisShip Před měsícem +16

    Red heart super saver reels me in with their phenomenal color choices, then regrets!

    • @EliseRoseCrochet
      @EliseRoseCrochet  Před měsícem +3

      Right???? 🤣🤣🤣

    • @corriebelle
      @corriebelle Před měsícem +4

      Red Heart super saver is my go to for all charity projects for the value and color choices as well.

    • @bebe2blu
      @bebe2blu Před měsícem

      Same!!

  • @edieballard-qc3tn
    @edieballard-qc3tn Před měsícem +9

    I absolutely love your channel!!! I’m binge watching all your videos while I’m working on a throw, maybe a shrug, haven’t decided yet. Loved this video!!! Now I HAVE TO MAKE the granny square flower throw with the Retro Stripes, it’s gorgeous!!!! Keep up the fantastic work, your videos are not only inspiring but you come across as an old friend. Thanks to you, I’m going to try amigurumi, fingers crossed I can do it!!!

    • @EliseRoseCrochet
      @EliseRoseCrochet  Před měsícem +1

      Thank you soooo much! And that Retro Stripe Sunburt blanket is incredible!! 🧶🧶🧶

  • @LilDevyl17
    @LilDevyl17 Před měsícem +2

    OOOHHHHH!!!!! The Red Heart Striped is perfect for a Purse or Bag!

  • @tinasanders6955
    @tinasanders6955 Před měsícem +1

    Thank you for putting out all the information in this video. Very informative. I’ll be watching this again and taking notes

  • @beckytaylor5084
    @beckytaylor5084 Před měsícem +1

    I recently watched your video on how to straight line edges and I have to say I have NEVER been able to straight edge until I watched your video . Thank you for showing this.... I'm hooked

  • @franhagaman6806
    @franhagaman6806 Před měsícem +3

    Thanks I needed this information. Love your videos.

  • @joelismarierodriguez9532
    @joelismarierodriguez9532 Před měsícem +9

    Can’t wait to try Lion Brand Hometown and the Yarn Arts Jeans. Thanks for the tips! Also, as a Spanish speaker, let me tell you your pronunciation is really great!! Keep at it!! 🫶

  • @karenrogers6149
    @karenrogers6149 Před měsícem +1

    Thanks so much for doing this review, Elise! It’s very helpful!

  • @marie-angebrun7079
    @marie-angebrun7079 Před měsícem +1

    Oh I love that video! Thanks for the shopping around , great idea

  • @gloriagonzalezdelpont1909
    @gloriagonzalezdelpont1909 Před měsícem +2

    Hi Elise!! Greetings from Spain!! I can't thank you enough for opening the world of amigurumi and knitted toys! Oh my God! I am over the moon! I love your videos and so much information that is available. I have been quilting, embroidering and knitting for many many years, and learned to crochet when I was a little girl. My Spanish grandmother taught me when I used to visit her from the US. She made sure we learned the yarn under tecnique! i think most Europeans were taught this way. I am now retired from teaching and have put aside all my other crafts...I am so hooked on making these beautiful toys! And I have YOU to thank! Please keep those videos coming! You have fans all over the globe! Love you!! Gloria (Spain)

    • @EliseRoseCrochet
      @EliseRoseCrochet  Před měsícem

      Hello Gloria!! I'm so glad you're enjoying crocheting toys and the channel!! I will definitely be making more videos! I can't help myself! 🤣🤣🤣

  • @holoinfinity4691
    @holoinfinity4691 Před měsícem +10

    Bernat Blanket yarn is one of my favorite yarns, especially for plush! It so unbelievably soft (I'm sure there's other brands of chenille yarn that are softer) & it's hard to not find this yarn at a local craft/yarn store. I've used this yarn for making s small blanket & a hat (designed like a bee) for a church member who was suffering from cancer. From my freshman to junior yr of college, I've crocheted plush like bees (small & medium) and many of my friends bought them to support me during midterms/finals seasons. I've made a handful of itty bitty bee plush for the children at my church with the scraps from the small & medium bees.

    • @EliseRoseCrochet
      @EliseRoseCrochet  Před měsícem +2

      That's wonderful!! Thank you so much for sharing! 🐝🐝🐝

    • @kathytincler2446
      @kathytincler2446 Před měsícem +1

      I wish I could use Bernat Blanket but sadly the bigger the yarn the more hand pain for me. I'm trying to learn plushies and even the smaller yarn using a hook 2 to 3 sizes smaller is causing problems. Really bummed as I love the plushies and want to make truckloads of them!

    • @tls459
      @tls459 Před měsícem +2

      Love Bernat Blanket. Soft bulky feel, and washes super easy (seriously, washer, dryer, done!)
      I am going to look to some of these others for something thinner! Thanks!

    • @RepentfollowJesus
      @RepentfollowJesus Před měsícem +1

      Wow. Everyone i have seen on youtube has hand pain when using a 2 or smaller and a small hook. Isnt that odd? Im sorry you get pain from it. ❤
      ​@kathytincler2446

    • @kathytincler2446
      @kathytincler2446 Před měsícem

      @@RepentfollowJesus Thank you :D

  • @elaineb7065
    @elaineb7065 Před měsícem +6

    Glad Lion Brand comes up a lot here!!! They have such a good variety of yarns of all sorts!!! 24/7 is one of my go-tos for cotton yarns for things I need heatproof, while I have one of their wool/acrylic blends here now. I'll have to give Wool-ease a try... I'm not a fan of 100% wool as I react badly to it, but I'm finding the blend I'm working with now ( Scarfie - it's gorgeous ombre yarn) more pleasant to use than expected

  • @jannycrespo-grow9996
    @jannycrespo-grow9996 Před měsícem +2

    I love these types of posts! Thank you.

  • @joycedumas5949
    @joycedumas5949 Před měsícem +12

    Supersaver yarn does get softer when you wash it. Putting it in the dryer is the perfect finishing touch to softness.

    • @EliseRoseCrochet
      @EliseRoseCrochet  Před měsícem +2

      That's good to know! Just wish it felt good using it! 🧶🧶🧶

  • @erina.fields1504
    @erina.fields1504 Před měsícem +4

    Put that supersaver in the washer AND the dryer and it will soften and drape SO NICELY. People are so afraid of putting it in the dryer but the dryer "kills" the acrylic to just the right about and it makes it so so nice. Seriously. Test a swatch, if you need to!

  • @premieryarns
    @premieryarns Před měsícem +2

    Very informative video! Thank you!

  • @Kobisashi
    @Kobisashi Před měsícem +3

    Thanks for trying out the yarns.

  • @Arkay66
    @Arkay66 Před měsícem +3

    My giant stash of Caron Dazzleaire convinced me to try Simply Soft, and I quite like it as a not shiny substitute for Dazzleaire. But oh, that Hobby Lobby I Love This Cotton -- what a lovely, lovely yarn. One of the best parts of Dazzleaire was the arrow on the label pointing to the side with the center pull. I wish more yarn labels would do that.

    • @EliseRoseCrochet
      @EliseRoseCrochet  Před měsícem

      Oh wow!! I love that idea of the arrow! Brilliant! ➡️

  • @Macha-the-boba-tea-2
    @Macha-the-boba-tea-2 Před měsícem +7

    I love your content ❤ keep up the good work

  • @Alicia_1970
    @Alicia_1970 Před měsícem +2

    Very informative video 👍🏻👍🏻 ( I love your blue top too!)

  • @karenemerton5128
    @karenemerton5128 Před měsícem +1

    This is a very informative video. Thanks, Elise!

  • @rochellepizza5802
    @rochellepizza5802 Před měsícem +2

    Hi Elise
    I have to say. Ive stayed away from buying Red Heart Super until recently. I have to say I was very happy with it. I truly didn’t expect that to happen. I will definitely be buying it again.

  • @ceec165
    @ceec165 Před měsícem +6

    Oh, and making some gummy bears with the retro stripe yarn and they hold themself well. I just use a smaller hook than recommended for the amigurumis, as you advised, Elise. The gummy bears came out really cute and bright. Will make a mobile for a baby with them.

  • @chilloften
    @chilloften Před měsícem +1

    Fun video! Especially the ideas, lol. Just what I needed lady. 😂

  • @carolinefisher
    @carolinefisher Před měsícem +3

    I like to use the red heart super saver yarn because it is affordable and widely available. I like to put my finished projects through the dry for about 20ish minutes it soften them up.

  • @8Gammie
    @8Gammie Před měsícem +1

    Love the video. I have used Lion Brand Wool Ease. I made Toni's hand basket you mentioned out of a maroon color. Love it and gave away many as gifts. thank you so much for doing this video!!!

    • @EliseRoseCrochet
      @EliseRoseCrochet  Před měsícem

      That is such a great pattern! That color sounds gorgeous!! ❤️❤️❤️

  • @dreamagayeconrad7366
    @dreamagayeconrad7366 Před měsícem +1

    New subscriber. Thank you for doing this. I look forward to watching your others

  • @maxamillion26093
    @maxamillion26093 Před měsícem +1

    Whooo Hoooo! Thank you for sharing your opinions on Bernat Blanket yarn! And I didn’t know that the wobbles were selling yarn! I might have to try it for myself on one of my next amigurumi projects

    • @EliseRoseCrochet
      @EliseRoseCrochet  Před měsícem

      It's fun to try as it's like a stretchy T-shirt yarn! 🧶🧶🧶

  • @michellepiazza7698
    @michellepiazza7698 Před měsícem +2

    Good to know about the YarnArt Jeans. I've seen several Amigurumi designs that use this yarn and wanted to know more before I invested. Thanks ❤

    • @EliseRoseCrochet
      @EliseRoseCrochet  Před měsícem

      I'm in love with that yarn!! Works perfectly for amigurumi!!! 🧶🧶

  • @tiahuggins
    @tiahuggins Před měsícem +3

    I made a lap blanket for my sister from the Caron soft. It was thinner than what I would expect for a #4 too. She went through JoAnns feeling yarn and she is very happy with her blanket!

    • @EliseRoseCrochet
      @EliseRoseCrochet  Před měsícem +1

      Wonderful! Thanks for sharing! 🧶🧶🧶

    • @RepentfollowJesus
      @RepentfollowJesus Před měsícem

      I like the sheen on the white. I may need more, I'm putting it in a project with an ice yarn. I haven't started. I.hope it doesn't split. I have not crocheted in 100 years.

  • @Value1lady
    @Value1lady Před měsícem +2

    Loved it! Thanks!! ❤❤

  • @mariafitzsimons8567
    @mariafitzsimons8567 Před měsícem +1

    Really helpful and interesting. Thank you

  • @JustFluffyQuiltingYarnCrafts
    @JustFluffyQuiltingYarnCrafts Před měsícem +2

    Thsnks for sharing! ❤

  • @sherriejohnson508
    @sherriejohnson508 Před měsícem +2

    I have only used red heart so will try the others thank you for sharing. I am excited to use a different yarn

    • @EliseRoseCrochet
      @EliseRoseCrochet  Před měsícem +1

      You should definitely experiment to find other ones you like! 🧶🧶🧶

  • @bebe2blu
    @bebe2blu Před měsícem +3

    Also the t-shirt yarn is great for making crossbody bags and purses

  • @marymckay8283
    @marymckay8283 Před měsícem +3

    The colors on the RHSS stripes would be great for a kid’s room.

  • @donaldelkins3059
    @donaldelkins3059 Před měsícem +1

    Elise, I love your videos. I want to do amagurmi , I just haven’t make tine for it. You inspire me to be a more rounded crocheter. Your designs are beautiful

  • @Emersynn-dt4zz
    @Emersynn-dt4zz Před měsícem +2

    Love the bernat blanket yarn especially since u can feel the stitch and crochet w/o glasses if u have them

  • @karenleavitt7241
    @karenleavitt7241 Před měsícem +1

    Caron Simply Soft is one of my favorites too. I make a lot of baby blankets and their many colors is why I use it and the softness is important for baby blankets. The Yarn Art Rose Garden is 100% Cotten and soft. Like you, I had to order a lot because of shipping costs! But I probably have 6 months of crocheting as that’s my job! I do sell my products that I make.
    Great video! I will be buying the Yarn Art Jeans in a few weeks. Am getting an order up now.

    • @EliseRoseCrochet
      @EliseRoseCrochet  Před měsícem +1

      Thank you so much for sharing!! I'll have to check out the Rose Garden! 🌹

  • @GinnySmith700
    @GinnySmith700 Před měsícem +1

    Thanks for the tips.

  • @brendascuccimarri8138
    @brendascuccimarri8138 Před 11 dny

    Nice review, I found the Caron simply soft splits a lot. The Jeans yarn looks interesting but I have never mad3 any amigurumi with that size yarn. Thanks for sharing everything

  • @samanthastewart7133
    @samanthastewart7133 Před měsícem +5

    Hi Elise and right now I am working on my cottage core mosaic blanket and granny squares blanket and butterfly mosaic blanket and I love your channel and your videos and if you keep making videos I will keep watching them and what is your favorite crochet project to work on right now and favorite types of yarn to used when crocheting and keep up the great work on your CZcams channel and keep up the great work on your crochet projects

    • @EliseRoseCrochet
      @EliseRoseCrochet  Před měsícem +3

      That's awesome, Samantha! I'm working on a new amigurumi design and a granny rectangle blanket! 🧶🧶🧶

  • @marciagross4985
    @marciagross4985 Před měsícem +1

    Thanks for this helpful video.

  • @comfycrochetchair
    @comfycrochetchair Před měsícem +1

    Watching your video has put me in my happy place☺☺☺. Love Red Heart yarn!!!!! But like what you said about Yarn Art Jean yarn for amigurmis. Going to have to try it. Thank you for the information.

  • @meganbateman1605
    @meganbateman1605 Před měsícem +1

    I made that nautikrall blanket. LOVED IT. The colors were so fun! Also,that yarn is super easy to color control

  • @allgirlreview433
    @allgirlreview433 Před měsícem +3

    For darker yarns I use them with much brighter colors and it really helps my eyes stay more rested and for me to see the stiches better.

  • @dragonmaster5983
    @dragonmaster5983 Před měsícem +3

    I use Red Heart Supersaver yarn for amigurumis and afghans. It's affordable and easily available, which is great since I cannot stand buying things like yarn and fabric online. I have two large skeins of the Retro Stripe colorway and I'm going to look up that afghan pattern. It's so pretty. Red Heart yarn was 100% wool up until maybe the mid 1970s, which might explain the former scratchy feel.

    • @EliseRoseCrochet
      @EliseRoseCrochet  Před měsícem

      Thanks so much for sharing! That blanket is gorgeous!!! 🧶🧶🧶

  • @LisaBrook-rx2qj
    @LisaBrook-rx2qj Před měsícem +3

    Love 24/7 for cotton tops. I prefer Bernat super value over red heart super saver. Much softer yarn to begin with and lots of colour choices. Great for Afghan and baby blankets.

  • @moniquedrafferty
    @moniquedrafferty Před měsícem +1

    I love the 24/7 cotton yarn. I use a headlamp when working with black yarn.

  • @SilverRoseFox
    @SilverRoseFox Před měsícem +2

    You're a god send for a new crocheter 🙌

  • @peggybouillon9737
    @peggybouillon9737 Před měsícem +2

    My favourites are in the top four, 24/7 because it’s mercerized it doesn’t hurt and bernat blanket. Here in Canada 24/7 is 7.99 and Bernat 14.99. I always enjoy your videos!

  • @dianecummins4168
    @dianecummins4168 Před měsícem +2

    I may have to give Yarn Arts a go. I have used rhss for toys and I really like the 24/7 too. Another informative video for Elise! ty

  • @kbrathwai
    @kbrathwai Před měsícem +1

    THANK YOU MS. ELISE FOR THE COMMENTARY ON THE YARNS FROM AMAZON & YES....I ALSO HAVE THE BERNAT BLANKET YARN & YES NO SHEDDING AT ALL I TOTALLY RECOMEND IT!!! THANK YOU & HAPPY CROCHETING TO YOU & THE FAMILY. 🎉🎉🎉🎉

  • @jburns4830
    @jburns4830 Před měsícem +2

    Hi! New to your channel, thank you for being real and taking the time during the weekend to renew and regroup. We all need that in our lives and it’s good to see in real time how much it made a difference for you. Thank you for not being fake. :). I really enjoyed this video!! PS i have my eye on that crochet support chicken on Ralverly but I am not a amigurimi fan but dang it….I love that chicken!!!

    • @EliseRoseCrochet
      @EliseRoseCrochet  Před měsícem +2

      I keep hearing about that chicken!!!! 🐓

    • @RepentfollowJesus
      @RepentfollowJesus Před měsícem

      I.have heard about a support chicken too but have no idea what it is. Guess google is next.

  • @sweethaven5
    @sweethaven5 Před měsícem +3

    3:58 WOW I’m using the RED HEART SUPER SAVER RETRO STRIPE right now!!😂 I’m crocheting a 5 point blanket with this and the blue, pink, yellow and purple skein that I don’t know the name of because I’ve misplaced the label😢 I was a beginner crocheter, working at Walmart. So my favorite brand was Red Heart. My daughter in law does not like the feel so I use Bernat yarn for her blankets

  • @mrsclaunch
    @mrsclaunch Před měsícem +3

    I love the simply soft for blankets. I wish it didn’t have such a sheen to it. I also agree that it is a very light worsted. I want to try the hometown now!

    • @EliseRoseCrochet
      @EliseRoseCrochet  Před měsícem +1

      Yes, I don't love the sheen but it felt so nice in my hands! 🧶🧶🧶

  • @dalesample8611
    @dalesample8611 Před měsícem +1

    Thanks for the interesting video. I have always used Parfait Chunky, but, will now try Bernat Blanket Yarn to compare the shedding.

    • @EliseRoseCrochet
      @EliseRoseCrochet  Před měsícem +1

      I couldn't believe that it didn't share at all!! 🧶🧶🧶

  • @christinec.2376
    @christinec.2376 Před měsícem +1

    this was great! i recently picked up crochet again, usually a knitter, but it's been a minute. happy to be back, and i went right back to the 24/7 cotton,.. the sheen and saturation of colors! they need more colors. thanks for giving me a few alternatives to consider! and you're so right about shopping around. YB notoriously slow with shipping. sometimes i give up the sales just to get product at a reasonable ship time..and i told them so. ;) also gonna try Babbel for espanol! chao, from Panama!

  • @kathyd7506
    @kathyd7506 Před měsícem +2

    Totally agree Caron SS is a thin 4. I've combined it with 3 weight yarns. Love the softness, don't love the slippery and splitting. There is a similar one from Michael's that feels the same but I didn't have the splitting issue.

    • @EliseRoseCrochet
      @EliseRoseCrochet  Před měsícem

      I was very surprised it was labeled as a #4 weight! 🧶🧶🧶

  • @madabbafan
    @madabbafan Před měsícem +2

    For the wool ease I think I have spotted the Prim hook, love these hooks.

  • @sueanntooker7280
    @sueanntooker7280 Před měsícem +1

    I made a blanket for my grandkids with this same multicolor yarn and it’s one of my favorites

  • @corihart8732
    @corihart8732 Před měsícem +1

    I would like to learn how to make amigrumi toys and dolls so, thank you very much for this information. Caron Soft is also one of my favorites. It is very soft and works up beautifully. Thank you again for the valuable info and your cheery smile!

  • @suemcclung5448
    @suemcclung5448 Před měsícem +1

    Thank you for the informative video. Yarn Art Jeans yarn is one of my absolute favorites. I do a lot of amigurumi projects and I just love it for that. I also use Paint Brush and Stylecraft DK sometimes. Keep up the great vids. ❤

    • @EliseRoseCrochet
      @EliseRoseCrochet  Před měsícem

      Thank you! YarnArt Jeans really is a fantastic yarn for ami! 🧸❤️🧶

  • @carijames1981
    @carijames1981 Před měsícem +1

    I used Tony’s bag pattern that you showed first with the lion brand hometown yarn, and it worked so easy and everywhere I go. I get compliments and questions about where I bought it. I love that yarn. It’s fantastic to work with it. Soft it’s easy you can see your stitches. I’m not big big on red, I have noticed some of them feel softer than others, but even the softer feeling end up feeling scratchy into some. They can designs just like that Afghan you showed and it would be pretty one that sits on a chair or account or something, but I don’t know about using it. Thank you for, showing these different yarn I’ve not worked with all of them now I’m excited to try some new yarn

    • @EliseRoseCrochet
      @EliseRoseCrochet  Před měsícem

      Thanks for sharing!! I love getting compliments on things I have made! ❤️

  • @margaretdevries8090
    @margaretdevries8090 Před 22 dny +2

    I have used Red Heart for years I’m 73 I have never found it scratchy! Wal mart sells it too!

  • @Butterrollboutique
    @Butterrollboutique Před měsícem +1

    Great information for us all👍🏾❤️

  • @DOSBoxMom
    @DOSBoxMom Před měsícem +1

    I have occasionally subbed Caron Simply Soft when I'm multistranding thin yarns in an afghan project (so I can use a larger hook), and run out of DK or thinner yarns.

  • @ppoohb
    @ppoohb Před 3 dny

    I love Caron Simply Soft for baby projects. It is so lovely and soft

  • @existentialdread875
    @existentialdread875 Před měsícem +1

    Im using the retro stripe super saver yarn right now! Im making the blanket that comes on the package with it! I use red heart because i dont have the money to get nicer yarn and i love it.

    • @EliseRoseCrochet
      @EliseRoseCrochet  Před měsícem +1

      That's wonderful! I'm so glad you're enjoying it! ❤️❤️❤️

  • @bsantiago945
    @bsantiago945 Před měsícem +2

    @EliseRoseCrochet the Woobles could be used for making purses, backpacks 🎒, baskets, place mats and so many other projects.

    • @EliseRoseCrochet
      @EliseRoseCrochet  Před měsícem +1

      Good idea! The yarn is just so expensive that I think there are cheaper alternatives. I think the price is so high because the name Woobles is on the label! 🧶🧶🧶

  • @trishasmith2303
    @trishasmith2303 Před měsícem +2

    Thank you so much for this video! I been wanting to find a chenille like yarn that’s size 4. But they all come in kits! TRAGIC! 😫 and then I heard you say the woobles yarn and my ears perked up! Have 3 skeins sitting in my cart as we speak!😂

  • @heathermacmaster5666
    @heathermacmaster5666 Před měsícem +1

    Bernat Velvet yarn! I use that instead of Bernat blanket yarn for my chonkygurumi and it crochets beautifully! The stitch definition is pretty decent for a chenille and it is ridiculously soft and cuddly when done.