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CheekyBabies · 05-12-2005, 01:15 AM

I have 2 huge cones (each weighs over a lb.) of bulky weight navy 100% cotton chenille yarn.
$13ppd each or $24ppd for both

MotherMoon · 05-12-2005, 10:46 AM

Would this make good sweaters? Could I get two girls sweaters out of it? My girls have to wear navy sweaters to school. I am interested but let me look at a couple of patterns and see if this is enough to do two. Do you know how many yards? TIA.

CheekyBabies · 05-12-2005, 12:04 PM

I think it would make great sweaters. I made a hat with it in a different color and it is soft and comfy. The inside of the cone says "ypp 550" which I am guessing is yards per pound. It is a bulky weight so I think there is plenty for 2 sweaters but I haven't ever knit a sweater and don't have a lot of knitting experience. But just holding the 2 comes it seems like 2 sweaters have got to weigh less. LOL

MotherMoon · 05-12-2005, 12:12 PM

I am hunting a pattern. I am interested but if you have someone that definately wants them, don't hold them for me. I have not knit a sweater either but I hate the acrylic ones they sell at school for the girls. I would love them to have something more natural. And to have knit it myself would be great. But, I can't find a pattern for bulky yarn in their sizes.

kerc · 05-12-2005, 03:57 PM

how about little turtle knits's raglan in the round? or maybe you want a cardigan?

Dannielle · 05-12-2005, 04:04 PM

did you look through the patterns at http://www.lionbrand.com ? most of their patterns seem pretty easy (coming fron someone who just finished her first sweater and is working on a second...both with patterns from lionbrand.com)

MotherMoon · 05-12-2005, 05:49 PM

I was coming to PM Shannon when I saw all the posts. I think I have found a couple of patterns that I can handle. I do need cardigans. Shannon, PM me your paypal address and I will shoot the money over to you. Thanks.