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My Crochet Must Haves and the Yarns I use

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Here you will find the yarns and tools I use for specific projects such as temperature blankets, amigurumi, sweaters, and more.
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New to Crochet? I got you, here's some beginners must haves.

 
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Stitch markers so you don't lose your round. Dawning needles to weave in ends. I use these tools a lot in Amigurumi.
315 Pieces Stitch Markers for Crocheting, Stitch Locking Clip ...
 
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Smaller scissors are much easier to transport for on the go crochet.
Sewing Scissors Set by Loops & Threads
 
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These are the hooks I started out with and still use to this day
Susan Bates® Soft Ergonomic™ Crochet Hook Set, G-K
 
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Top of the line Crochet hooks.
Clover Amour Crochet Hook Set
 
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Amigurumi organization ✅ Helps keep their shape and displays nicely.
Qeetex Wooden Stuffed Toy Net Hammock Hanging Toy Organizer Mounting Height Adjustable for Nursery Play Room Bedroom Kid Room

Yarn I use to crochet Festival tops

These are the yarns I usually to make Festival tops. Cottons are light weight and breathable which make the perfect for summer or Festival tops.

 
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Softest cotton yarn, I love love LOVE. Drapes beautifully for a flowy style.
Lion Brand® 24/7 Cotton® Yarn
 
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Color selection bright and fun! I like to mix these solid colors with the ombres for some spice.
Lily® Sugar 'n Cream® Solid Yarn
 
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These are amazing for summer tops or Cardigans. Try pairing with a solid color for a unique design.
(Pack of 2) Lily Sugar'n Cream Yarn - Ombres Super Size- ...
 
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Mohair is great to add texture to a statement piece.
Rico Design Essentials Super Kid Mohair Loves Silk
 
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The texture of this yarn is dreamy, so soft and pretty. The colors are stunning and work up nice.
Caron® Cotton Painterly Cakes™ Yarn
 
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Acrylic worsted weight yarn, so many different pretty colors.
Lion Brand® Bundle of Love Yarn

Want to crochet hats, scarves, and gloves? Try these yarns for quick workups.

 
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This Wool has a playful texture, like bumpy but its soft. It looks great for hats and fingerless gloves.
Lion Brand® Wool-Ease® Thick & Quick® Solid Yarn
 
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I dont know about you, but I like to add a little sparkle to some of my projects. These yarns are soft, not scratchy. Perfect to add that sparkle to a scarf or hat.
Mary Maxim Starlette Sparkle Yarn
 
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Don't play yarn chicken. This pack will ensure you have enough for your project.
3 Pack Lion Brand® Two of Wands Hue + Me Yarn
 
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If you are looking for color variety, this is it. Great quality, affordable price. Definitely check it out for hats, gloves, and scarves.
Lion Brand® Heartland® Yarn
 
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Tweed earthy tones mostly
Charisma™ Tweed Yarn by Loops & Threads
 
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This is a great yarn to work with and an ok color selection.
Impeccable™ Tweed Yarn by Loops & Threads
 
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Inexpensive, nice to work with, soft, I liked this for when I first started crocheting.
Soft Classic™ Solid Yarn by Loops & Threads
 
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This chunky little cake will make one hat! And a little Pom Pom is included to embellish the top, so cute! Makes a great present for an crocheter!
Caron® Chunky Cupcakes™ Yarn

Looking for a big project? Here's what I use for Temperature Blankets, baby blankets, cozy blankets and more!

 
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WIDE color variety alert! I used this specifically for my temperature blankets, for the beautiful color range, affordable price, and great quality.
Caron® One Pound™ Yarn
 
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The soft cloud like quality and color phasing of this yarn is perfect for star blankets.
Caron Colorama Halo Yarn
 
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This yarn is ideal when crocheting a baby gift, or super soft wearables.
3 Pack Lion Brand® Feels Like Butta® Solid Yarn
 
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Its all in the name, FLUFFEE! I used this to make a super cozy fall blanket.
Bernat® Fluffee™ Yarn

Amigurumi... Yes I make amigurumi too :)

Crochet is full of creativity! heres some yarns and safety eyes I use to make my little creatures.

 
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Amigurumi artist must have! This is the best yarn to give definition, and soft cuddles to you amigurumi creations
Posh Purl™ Yarn by Loops & Threads
 
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I love this for spring time bunnies:) It is a very popular yarn in the community.
Sweet Snuggles Lite Blossom™ Yarn by Loops & Threads
 
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The eyes are a finishing touch to amigurumi creations.
Incraftables Safety Eyes for Amigurumi (300pcs Set). ...
 
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Bold to soft colors the possibilities are endless what you could make.
Cuddle Craft Tube™ Yarn by Loops & Threads
 
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Soft and snuggly this is a popular amigurimi yarn in the crochet community. I use this for bigger size projects.
Sweet Snuggles™ Yarn by Loops & Threads
 
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These are super cute and add extra character with the eye highlights.
Safety Eyes for Amigurumi - Crochet Eyes with Washers
 
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Did you ever get to try Big Twist Posh? This is very similar to that. excellent stitch definition and soft.
Cozy Cub™ Yarn by Loops & Threads
 
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This is my favorite Amigurumi yarn to work with. It feels so luxurious and effortless to crochet.
Premier Parfait Chunky Yarn
 
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Amigurumi organization ✅ Helps keep their shape and displays nicely.
Qeetex Wooden Stuffed Toy Net Hammock Hanging Toy Organizer Mounting Height Adjustable for Nursery Play Room Bedroom Kid Room

Cozy fall and winter sweaters

Leaves turning autumn colors as they fall to the ground and a chill in the air means I need cozy crocheted sweaters 

 
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Caron Macchiato Cakes offer a beautiful color range especially for fall and winter seasons.
Caron® Macchiato Cakes™ Yarn
 
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Super soft and cozy, I have so much of this yarn I will be using this fall.
Caron® Cloud Cakes™ Perfect Phasing Yarn
 
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From natural earth tones to vibrant candy colored cakes its difficult to choose.
Caron® Cinnamon Swirl Cakes™ Yarn
 
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The color way selection of this yarn is great! Beautiful texture and fun to crochet with.
Charisma® Yarn by Loops & Threads
 
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These have such a beautiful texture, a little tricky to work with sometimes but theyre so pretty.
Heathered Tweed™ Yarn by Loops & Threads
 
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Unique color selection alert! The roving of this yarn gives a raw authentic feel even though it is acrylic. It has some very thin areas to thick, I don’t recommend as a first time crocheting yarn. Once you’re confident with your tension it’s a fun ya...
Facets™ Yarn by Loops & Threads
 
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Interesting blend of wool, nylon, and acrylic. Warm high end looking product. Beautiful color range hats or scarves.
Caron® Simply Me Mosaic™ Yarn