Bernat Softee Baby Yarn 3-Pack
- Material Composition: 100% Acrylic
- Material Type: Acrylic
- Compatible Crochet Hook Metric Size: 4 millimeters
- Compatible Crochet Hook US Size: G-6
Last refreshed Sep 7, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A dependable, easy-care acrylic baby yarn with certified safety testing, suited to washable blankets and garments in a set gauge.
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ASIN: B09VY9BBKDModel: 16603002000P03Category: Yarn
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Overview
Bernat Softee Baby Yarn, White, sold as a 3-pack of #3 light DK weight skeins, 100% acrylic at 362 yards and 5 oz each, for crocheting or knitting baby items.
This is a classic acrylic baby yarn rather than a premium natural fiber, chosen for washability and consistent gauge over softness alone. Bernat states it's Oeko-tex certified and tested against harmful substances, a relevant point for anything going near an infant's skin. Because it's a light DK weight, it works with both the listed knitting gauge (22 stitches, 30 rows on 4mm needles) and crochet gauge (7 sc, 8 rows on an 8mm hook), so it suits a range of baby garment and blanket patterns calling for that weight.
- 3-pack, White, 362 yd / 5 oz per skein
- #3 light DK weight, 100% acrylic
- Oeko-tex certified
- Machine washable and dryable
Who it's for
Fits crocheters and knitters making baby blankets, garments or accessories who want a washable, easy-care acrylic yarn in a neutral white. Less relevant for anyone wanting a natural fiber like cotton or wool for a baby project, since this is acrylic throughout.
Pros and cons
- Machine washable and dryable for frequent laundering
- Oeko-tex certified, tested against harmful substances
- 3-pack covers larger projects like blankets
- 100% acrylic, not a natural fiber option
- White only in this listing, no color choice
Performance notes
At #3 light DK weight, the yarn is thin enough for detailed baby garment stitches but still workable at a reasonable pace, with the stated gauges giving a baseline for swatching before starting a pattern. Being 100% acrylic, it holds color and shape through repeated machine washing and drying, which matters more for baby items that get washed often than for display pieces. The Oeko-tex certification addresses skin-safety testing rather than yarn feel, so softness will read as typical acrylic rather than a premium blend.
Specifications
| Brand | Bernat |
|---|---|
| Model | 16603002000P03 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Compatible Crochet Hook Metric Size | 4 millimeters |
| Compatible Crochet Hook US Size | G-6 |
| Compatible Knitting Needle Metric Size | 4 millimeters |
| Compatible Knitting Needle US Size | 6 |
| Item Weight | 14.8 ounceshigher than 70% of 21 yarn |
| Item Length | 724 yard |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Composition | 100% Acrylic |
| Material Type | Acrylic |
| Color | White |
| Included components | |
| Number of Packs | 1 |
| Unit Count | 3 |
| Other details | |
| Item Type Name | Yarn |
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Frequently asked questions
What weight is Bernat Softee Baby yarn?
It's a #3 light DK weight yarn, with a knitting gauge of 22 stitches and 30 rows on 4mm needles.
Is Bernat Softee Baby yarn safe for infants?
Bernat states it's Oeko-tex certified and tested for over 300 harmful substances.
How much yarn is in this 3-pack?
Each of the 3 skeins is 362 yards and 5 oz (141g), for a total of about 1,086 yards.