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Cascade Yarns Eco +
Cascade Eco Plus is the same yarn as Ecological Wool, but it is commercially dyed in many vibrant colors. Because of the tremendous yardage, you will be able to finish a beautiful project (sweater or even a blanket) at a great price! Eco + also felts like a dream. Made in Peru.
- Content:
- 100% Peruvian Wool
- Care:
- Hand Wash
- Weight/Yardage:
- 250g/478yd
- Gauge:
- 3.5-4 sts = 1" on US 9-10
- Knitting Weight:
- Heavy Worsted
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Pros
- Knits quickly (15)
- Good weight (13)
- Dyed evenly (10)
- Soft (7)
- Easy to fix (6)
Cons
Best Uses
- Sweaters (13)
- Hats (9)
- Felting (6)
- Scarves (6)
- Gloves (4)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Enthusiast (10), Parent (4), Artist (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (15)
Most Liked Positive Review
Friendliest yarn ever
Eco Wool is one of my favorite yarns. It is so versatile. Because it is a 2-ply worsted-spun yarn, it can be knit at several gauges. You can use it for an ...Read complete review
Eco Wool is one of my favorite yarns. It is so versatile. Because it is a 2-ply worsted-spun yarn, it can be knit at several gauges. You can use it for an Aran sweater on a size 8 needle, or go all the way up to a fairly loose, drapey knit on a size 11. It is probably most at home on about a size 10 needle. The yarn has good stitch definition as well as being soft and well-behaved, so it's great for cables. The downside is that because it's not a true bulky-weight yarn, it tends to compact upon knitting. However, it can be doubled to make a firm fabric. The natural shades of Eco Wool are a sensual delight since they have a great clean lanolin smell, and in addition to looking and feeling great, the lanolin makes your hands soft while you work. When knitters talk about being overcome by yarn fumes, this is what we mean. It's addictive! The Eco Plus has all this plus some stunning, mostly heathered, dyed shades. At nearly 500 yards per skein, it's a great value.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Stretches--Be Wary!
When knit at recommended gauge, seriously stretches when washed so be wary. Wash aggressively block your swatch and knit to it. Then block finished garment to size. (Knit to fit does NOT work...Read complete review
When knit at recommended gauge, seriously stretches when washed so be wary. Wash aggressively block your swatch and knit to it. Then block finished garment to size. (Knit to fit does NOT work with this yarn.) Many dark colours bleed profusely. Wash yarn first (I used synthrapol) if used with light colours in same garment. Otherwise, a really nice yarn.
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Pros
- Dyed Evenly
- Good Weight
- Knits Quickly
- Soft
Cons
Best Uses
- Hats
- Scarves
- Sweaters
Comments about Cascade Yarns Eco +:
Love the color and it will make a great sweater
Service and delivery comments:
I received in record time and it was during the April/may sale time. I love Webs
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Dyed Evenly
- Easy To Fix
- Good Weight
- Great Yardage
- Knits Quickly
- Priced Well
Cons
Best Uses
- Bags
- Sweaters
Comments about Cascade Yarns Eco +:
I am currently making a large bag and plan to make a hooded sweater coat.
You can't beat the price of this yarn considering all the yardage you get. It is also great quality.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Dyed Evenly
- Knits Quickly
- Soft
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Cascade Yarns Eco +:
nordic sweater
Pros
- Great Value
- Great Weight
- Knits Quickly
- Length Of Hank
Cons
Best Uses
- Felted projects
- Gloves
- Hats
- Scarves
- Sweaters
Comments about Cascade Yarns Eco +:
This is my go to yarn for sweaters. It's not too bulky, but does have some weight to it. I't my favorite and my go to yarn!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Fix
- Good Weight
- Knits Quickly
Cons
Best Uses
- Felting
Comments about Cascade Yarns Eco +:
Project not yet complete. I am looking forward to felting it to become a shoulder bag. The price is competitive if it works out.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Dyed Evenly
- Easy To Fix
- Good Weight
- Knits Quickly
Cons
- Coarse
- Sheds
Best Uses
- Sweaters
Comments about Cascade Yarns Eco +:
Perfect for sweaters. The amount of yarn for the price is hard to beat!!!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Dyed Evenly
- Good Weight
- Knits Quickly
Cons
Best Uses
- Blankets
- Felting
- Hats
- Jackets
Comments about Cascade Yarns Eco +:
I first used this yarn for a sweater, and though it turned out lovely, I wish I had splurged for something a little softer. It's a little itchy to be right next to the skin. However, I love the yarn's aran weight and affordability, which is why I purchased it again for a blanket I'm working on.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Blocks
- Easy To Fix
- Good Weight
- Knits Quickly
- Nice Texture
- Warm
Cons
- Stretches
Best Uses
- Sweaters
Comments about Cascade Yarns Eco +:
I ordered this yarn to make the Sylvi coat. I used US 9 needles and the gauge came out almost perfect. Blooking works very nice on this yarn, it just transforms it! it becomes really soft and light!
Love it! Becareful if you blook it wet it will stretch a lot!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Dyed Evenly
- Easy To Fix
- Good Weight
- Knits Quickly
- Machine Washable
- Nice Texture
- Soft
Cons
- Stretches
- Twists Up
Best Uses
- Gloves
- Hats
- Scarves
- Socks
- Sweaters
Comments about Cascade Yarns Eco +:
very soft, looks beautiful, pretty colors. EXCELLENT.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Dyed Evenly
- Good Weight
- Knits Quickly
- Nice Texture
- Soft
Cons
Best Uses
- Felting
- Gloves
- Hats
- Scarves
- Sweaters
Comments about Cascade Yarns Eco +:
This is exactly what I was looking for. The color I recieved matched perfectly with the picture online. 4 hanks and not a single knot...each were a solid continuous strand!
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- No
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