Lion Brand

Lion Brand Basic Stitch Anti-Pilling yarn

An easy-care worsted acrylic made to resist pilling.

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Specifications

Yarn weight: 4 Medium / Worsted
Fiber: 100% acrylic
Ball size: Standard solids 100 g / 170 m
Recommended hook: 5 mm (US H-8)
Care: Machine wash; machine dry

Use the yarn label or hook package for the exact variant you buy.

When this yarn makes sense

You need an easy-care yarn for frequently worn or washed garments, accessories, or blankets.

Before you buy

Print, mouline, reflective and tweed versions have different ball sizes from the standard 100 g solids. Use your chosen color’s label when planning quantities.

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Check it against your pattern

Start with the yarn-weight category, then compare the fiber, length per ball and care instructions. The same category does not promise the same drape or elasticity. Color variants may have a different length or composition.

Use the substitution worksheet to compare it with the pattern yarn. Wash and measure a gauge swatch, then use the specific ball length in the yarn quantity calculator. Do not use knitting gauge as crochet gauge.

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