Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick & Quick
If you are looking for a fast-working, cozy yarn for winter accessories, Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick & Quick is a must-have for your stash. This Super Bulky (6) weight yarn perfectly blends the warmth of wool with the easy-care convenience of acrylic. It’s an excellent choice for beginners learning how to check their gauge because it works up incredibly fast on large needles or hooks. Whether you are crafting chunky sweaters, blankets, or quick weekend beanies, this yarn provides excellent stitch definition and durability.
The main specifications apply to standard solid/heather skeins: 106 yards per 170 g. Prints and stripes contain 87 yards per 140 g; metallic versions contain 92 yards per 140 g. Check the label for your chosen color.
Most Wool-Ease Thick & Quick colors contain 80% acrylic and 20% wool. Some heathers and metallic colors have different blends, including rayon, viscose or other fibers. Check the label for the exact composition of your chosen color.
Before substituting this yarn, compare a washed and dried swatch with your pattern’s gauge. Estimate how many skeins to buy using the yardage of your chosen version, then round up to a whole skein.
