Divante Jumbo Soft Touch Yarn 250g - Sage

This yarn is ideal for cozy, chunky projects like blankets, throw pillows, scarves, hats, cardigans, and other home decor items where warmth and softness are desired. Its thickness makes it excellent for quick, satisfying results.

Yes, absolutely! The jumbo thickness of this yarn makes it very beginner-friendly. It's easier to see your stitches, and projects work up quickly, which can be very encouraging for new knitters and crocheters.

Due to its jumbo weight, you'll typically need larger tools. For knitting, US size 17 (12.75mm) to US size 50 (25mm) or larger needles are common. For crochet, N/P (10mm) to S (19mm) or larger hooks are generally used. Always refer to your specific pattern for the best recommendation.

It is recommended to hand wash items made with Divante Jumbo Soft Touch Yarn in cool water with a mild detergent. Gently squeeze out excess water, reshape the item, and lay it flat to air dry. Do not tumble dry or wring.

The amount of yarn needed varies greatly depending on the project size, stitch pattern, and your personal tension. For a large throw blanket, you might need several skeins. It's always best to consult a pattern or use an online yarn calculator for an accurate estimate.

Info needed: While the yarn is described as 'soft touch' and 'cosy,' specific hypoallergenic properties are not provided. If you have sensitive skin or allergies, it's advisable to test a small sample against your skin first or consult with the retailer for more detailed material composition.

This can happen with any yarn. Try adjusting your tension, ensuring you're not pulling too tightly, and make sure your needle or hook size is appropriate for the yarn to glide smoothly. Sometimes, a different type of needle tip (e.g., blunter vs. sharper) can also help.

This is often a gauge issue. Before starting a large project, knit or crochet a swatch to check your tension against the pattern's recommended gauge. If too loose, try smaller needles/hooks; if too dense, try larger ones. The 'jumbo' nature means gauge is critical for drape.

Ensure you are following the recommended care instructions, especially 'laying flat to dry' to prevent stretching. For items that need more structure, consider adding a supporting lining or choosing a pattern with tighter stitches. The yarn's strong fibers should generally help it retain shape.

Work from either the center pull or the outside end of the skein, whichever unwinds more smoothly for you. Using a yarn bowl or placing the skein in a project bag can also help keep it from rolling away and tangling.