Lion Brand Yarn, 24/7 Cotton Yarn, Eggplant, Purple, 1 Pack | Light Worsted 100%…
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A reliable machine washable cotton yarn with good stitch definition, worth buying in matching dye lot multiples for anything bigger than a dishcloth.
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How it ranks among the 22 yarn we track
4.6★ across 17,700 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
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400+ bought on Amazon last month.
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Overview
This 100% mercerized cotton yarn comes in a light worsted weight, sold as a single 185 yard, 3.5 ounce skein in eggplant purple. It suits crochet and knit projects that need defined stitches, like dishcloths, bags, and summer wear.
Mercerization is what gives this yarn its slight sheen and its resistance to splitting, which matters most on projects with a lot of single crochet or stockinette where stitch definition shows. Since it runs slightly thinner than standard worsted, gauge will land a touch looser than a true worsted weight cotton unless the hook or needle size is adjusted down.
- 100% mercerized cotton, light worsted weight
- 185 yards, 3.5 oz per skein
- Machine wash and dry
- Crochet gauge 14 sc x 19 r on G-6, knit gauge 20 sts x 28 r on size 6
Who it's for
Works for crocheters and knitters making cotton kitchen items, bags, or warm weather garments who want machine washable yarn with clean stitch definition. Not the pick for anyone matching a pattern written strictly for standard worsted weight without checking gauge first.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Mercerized finish resists splitting
- Machine washable and dryable
- Good stitch definition for detailed patterns
- Runs thinner than standard worsted weight
- Single skein may not match dye lot on a reorder
Performance notes
The mercerized finish smooths the cotton fibers so the yarn resists splitting through repeated stitches, which shows up most in projects like amigurumi or dishcloths that involve dense single crochet. Gauge comes in at 14 sc by 19 rows on a G-6 hook or 20 stitches by 28 rows on a size 6 needle for a 4 by 4 inch swatch, both worth checking against a pattern before starting a larger piece.
Specifications
| Brand | Lion Brand Yarn |
|---|---|
| Model | 761-159G |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 3.5 ounces |
| Item Length | 185 yards |
| 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 |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Cotton |
| Material Composition | 100% Mercerized Cotton |
| Color | Eggplant |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Number of Packs | 1 |
| Other details | |
| Item Thickness | 0.2 inches |
| Product Care Instructions | Machine Wash |
| Item Type Name | Yarn |
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How it compares
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| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lion Brand Yarn, 24/7 Cotton Yarn, Eggplant, Purple, 1 Pack | Light Worsted 100%…This product | 4.6 / 5 | 17,700 | 4.5 / 5 |
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| Bernat Blanket Yarn Super Bulky Soft Chenille Yarn Vintage White 2-PackBernat | 4.7 / 5 | 5,900 | 4.4 / 5 |
| Lily Sugar n' Cream Solid Variety Assortment 6 Pack Bundle 100 Percent Cotton Medium 4…Lily | 4.7 / 5 | 2,400 | 4.3 / 5 |
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Questions about the Lion Brand Yarn 761-159G
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Is Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton machine washable?
Yes, it is machine washable and dryable.
Is this true worsted weight yarn?
It is labeled light worsted, running slightly thinner than a standard worsted weight cotton, so check gauge against your pattern.
How much yarn is in one skein?
Each skein has 185 yards and weighs 3.5 ounces (100 grams).