Setup, Compatibility & Care
Setup
When beginning a project with Jumbo Soft Touch Yarn, select appropriately sized tools. For optimal results with this jumbo weight yarn, we recommend using large knitting needles (typically 8mm-15mm or US 11-19) or crochet hooks (L-P/Q, 8mm-15mm). Always check your pattern's recommended gauge to ensure your finished item meets the intended size and drape.
Compatibility
This yarn is highly versatile and compatible with a wide array of knitting and crocheting techniques. It's excellent for creating projects like:
- Blankets and Throws: Its thickness and softness make it perfect for warm, cozy textiles.
- Apparel: Ideal for chunky sweaters, cardigans, hats, scarves, and mittens.
- Home Decor: Great for pillows, baskets, rugs, and other decorative items.
Care
To ensure your creations maintain their delightful softness, shape, and color, proper care is essential:
- Washing: Hand wash or machine wash on a gentle cycle in cold water. Use a mild detergent.
- Drying: Lay flat to air dry. Do not hang, as this can cause stretching and distort the shape of your item. Avoid tumble drying or using high heat, which can damage the fibers and reduce softness.
- Bleach/Ironing: Do not bleach. Do not iron.
- Storage: Store finished items folded, rather than hung, to prevent stretching.