Yarn Substitutions
There are so many options out there, I hope this helps you decide and maybe you’ll find something similar to what is listed below you’ll get excited about. Just be sure to work a gauge swatch before beginning your project to ensure you are consistent with the pattern.
DK, light worsted (21 - 24 sts)
75% organically grown cotton and 25% yak, 191 yards, $26
A Verb for Keeping Warm Horizon
100% organic California merino, 160 yards, $26
100% Ovis 21 ultimate merino, 142 yards, $21
100% superwash merino wool, 210 yards, $15.49
100% tencel, 164 yards, $13.70
50% Nylon, 50% Acrylic, 180 yards, $4.25
Cascade Yarns 220 Superwash Merino
100% Merino Wool, 220 yards, $12.99
chunky (12 - 15 sts)
100% Merino, 87 yards, $23
5% Ovis 21 Ultimate Merino® and 45% Organic Pima Cotton, 109 yards, $19
100% Micron Targhee-Columbia Wool, 200 yards, $21
100% Cotton, 82 yards, $6.69
52% Acrylic, 40% Wool, 8% Nylon, 131 yards, $9.00
100% Merino Wool, 131 yards, $15
100% Merino Wool, 128 yards, $12.99
super bulky (6 - 10 sts)
Neighborhood Fiber Co. Rustic Bulky
100% Superfine Merino, 90 yards, 32
100% Merino Wool, 48 yards, $24
50% Merino Wool, 28% Superbaby Alpaca, 22% Mulberry Silk, 76 yards, $32
100% Merino Wool, 90 yards, $22
Lion Brand Wool Ease Thick & Quick
86% Acrylic 10% Wool 4% Rayon, 106 yards, $9.49
75% Acrylic 25% Wool, 63 yards, $6.50
Wool and the Gang Crazy Sexy Wool
100% wool, 87 yards, $24
80% Cotton 20% Polyester, 142 yards, $13.00