Lion Brand Yarn

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FAQ - Lion Brand Yarn

What is Lion Brand Yarn?

Lion Brand Yarn is a fifth generation, family-owned and operated business providing a wide variety of natural and synthetic yarn.

What ply is Lion Brand yarn?

Lion Brand Yarn has a wide range of plys available, from Superfine to Jumbo. They are perhaps most known for their bulkier weight yarns (10 ply-14 ply).

Is Lion Brand yarn American?

Yes. Lion Brand Yarn Company is based in Lyndhurst, New Jersey.

What company makes Lion Brand Yarn?

Lion Brand Yarn Company produces all Lion Brand Yarn.

What are the popular Lion Brand Yarn products?

Lion Brand Yarn aficionados gravitate towards the Wool-Ease and Hometown yarns.

What is Lion Brand Yarn's Heartland yarn good for?

Lion Brand Yarn’s Heartland is excellent for sweaters and blankets, with its large meterage and soft fibres.

What type of yarn is Lion Brand Yarn?

Lion Brand Yarn produces yarn in many different fibres, such as: acrylic; alpaca; bamboo; cotton; merino; nylon; polyester; rayon; wool.

How does Lion Brand Yarn compare to other yarn brands?

A beloved brand since 1878, Lion Brand Yarn prides itself on its innovation and collaboration. If you love a variety of colour, fibre, and texture options, then Lion Brand definitely leads the pack.

What needle size should I use with Lion Brand Yarn?

The best knitting needle size for each project differs based on what specific yarn you’re using for that project and what “look” you’re going for (eg. lacey and airy vs tight and chunky). However, there are some general guidelines to consider. Sweaters that are designed to fit the body benefit from a 4mm needle and an 8 ply yarn, while bulkier fashion sweaters might suit a 12 ply with a 7mm needle. Scarves and hats can be made with any ply. A good starting point is 8 ply (4mm), but the thicker you’d like either, the larger needle you’ll need. Blankets are much the same, and things like baby blankets would work best in 4 ply (~3mm). Socks are typically made from 2-4 ply yarn so a 3mm would work quite well.

What are some good Lion Brand Yarn patterns for blankets, sweaters, hats and amigurumi?

We recommend using sites like Ravelry where you can find many great (and free) patterns. Because Lion Brand is so popular, there is no shortage of patterns you can use. Just make sure that the ply of the Lion Brand Yarn you’re working with is the one in the pattern and you’re good to go!

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