Super Bulky 1-2.5 sts/in
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Cascade Yarns Magnum
Cascade Magnum is a 100% wool in a super bulky weight of 2 stitches per inch! Your projects will fly off the needles and you'll be done before you know it. Cascade Magnum is great for sweaters, hats, scarves, home decor, and more. Let your imagination run wild! Made in Peru.
- Content:
- 100% Peruvian Highland Wool
- Care:
- Hand Wash
- Weight/Yardage:
- 250g/123yds
- Gauge:
- 2 sts = 1" on US 15
- Knitting Weight:
- Super Bulky
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by PowerReviews(based on 21 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
78%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Knits quickly (17)
- Nice texture (12)
- Soft (11)
- Good weight (10)
- Dyed evenly (9)
Cons
- Sheds (8)
Best Uses
- Hats (6)
- Scarves (6)
- Sweaters (5)
- Felting (3)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Artist (8), Enthusiast (6), Novice (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (16)
Most Liked Positive Review
Mostly love this yarn
Wasn't initially sure about this yarn, but wanted a nice bulky yarn to make heavy hats, scarves and mittens for the coldest days here in New England. Since my first purchase a couple of...Read complete review
Wasn't initially sure about this yarn, but wanted a nice bulky yarn to make heavy hats, scarves and mittens for the coldest days here in New England. Since my first purchase a couple of months ago, I've been back three more times to order or pick up more. Wish it were priced a bit lower, but that can be said of many yarns I'd like to buy more of. Overall I'd give this yarn 4.5 stars, only missing a 5 star rating due to the very limited problem noted below. It does shed some, but not nearly as bad as several other yarns I've used or as much as I would expected after reading some other reviews.
The yarn feel is very soft and squishy in the hand. With the first few colors I worked with I had no problem with splitting, but when I purchased the purple color this changed. Not sure if this was an aberration, but that's the only color I've had a splitting problem with so far. With this minor exception the yarn has been a dream to work with and I have been very happy with the appearance and feel of all my finished products made with this yarn. That being said, the resulting product, though soft in the hand, can feel scratchy against the skin - especially the neck. It's a trade off I'm willing to make when the days are cold and the wind is blowing, but I'd be very hesitant to gift any product meant to be worn against the skin to children or those who might be sensitive to wool. I would like to make a jacket or heavy cardigan out if this yarn, but honestly am hesitant as a novice to make such a large investment. Otherwise, I highly recommend this yarn for heavy, very warm products that will be carefully cared for.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Sheds more than a dog!
love the idea but it sheds like crazy>> i did a stripe pattern and all u see is one color fuzz over my knitting! very frustrating
love the idea but it sheds like crazy>> i did a stripe pattern and all u see is one color fuzz over my knitting! very frustrating
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Pros
- Easy To Fix
- Good Weight
- Knits Quickly
- Machine Washable
- Nice Texture
- Soft
Cons
- Sheds
Best Uses
- Hats
- Scarves
Comments about Cascade Yarns Magnum:
This yarn is so soft and beautful. Of the gifts that I have made with it, all have received raves!
Great product! Thank you!
Pros
- Buff
- Dyed Evenly
- Easy To Fix
- Good Weight
- Knits Quickly
- Nice Texture
- Soft
Cons
- Zero
Best Uses
- Fur Brim Hats
- Scarves
Comments about Cascade Yarns Magnum:
I make Fur Brim hats to sell to support the Knitting Charity chapter I run.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Pros
- Good Weight
- Knits Quickly
- Nice Texture
Cons
Best Uses
- Gloves
- Hats
- Sweaters
Comments about Cascade Yarns Magnum:
Great think yarn, knits up quick and product came out looking wonderfully textured!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Beautiful colorway
Cons
- Nadda Thing
Best Uses
- Scarves
Comments about Cascade Yarns Magnum:
Loved the service as well as this yarn! Just waiting to start my project...a cowl.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Dyed Evenly
- Easy To Fix
- Good Weight
- Knits Quickly
Cons
Best Uses
- Sweaters
Comments about Cascade Yarns Magnum:
Enjoyed the thick even texture of this wool. I used a sweater pattern I'd used with other yarn, but got the best results this time. And it's a comfortable wool to wear.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Dyed Evenly
- Good Weight
- Knits Quickly
- Nice Texture
Cons
Best Uses
- Scarves
Comments about Cascade Yarns Magnum:
I knitted a wrap of sorts with this - very quickly! I love thick, lush yarn like this one.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Chunky Amazing Beautifu
- Good Weight
- Knits Quickly
- Nice Texture
- Soft
Cons
Best Uses
- Beanies And Bonnets
- Knit Pants
- Slippers
Comments about Cascade Yarns Magnum:
This yarn is amazing. super huge skein and very thick, soft and lovely. KNits up quickly and beautifully
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Knits Quickly
- Soft
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Cascade Yarns Magnum:
The only thing I was dissapointed with was that it wasn't a solid color, my mistake should have looked at picture better to see that "heathers" have other colors mixed in. Still got a beautiful result and looked like a solid color in the end.
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Dyed Evenly
- Good Weight
- Knits Quickly
- Nice Texture
Cons
- Sheds
- Splits
Best Uses
- Gloves
- Hats
- Heavy Blanket
- Sweaters
Comments about Cascade Yarns Magnum:
Wasn't initially sure about this yarn, but wanted a nice bulky yarn to make heavy hats, scarves and mittens for the coldest days here in New England. Since my first purchase a couple of months ago, I've been back three more times to order or pick up more. Wish it were priced a bit lower, but that can be said of many yarns I'd like to buy more of. Overall I'd give this yarn 4.5 stars, only missing a 5 star rating due to the very limited problem noted below. It does shed some, but not nearly as bad as several other yarns I've used or as much as I would expected after reading some other reviews.
The yarn feel is very soft and squishy in the hand. With the first few colors I worked with I had no problem with splitting, but when I purchased the purple color this changed. Not sure if this was an aberration, but that's the only color I've had a splitting problem with so far. With this minor exception the yarn has been a dream to work with and I have been very happy with the appearance and feel of all my finished products made with this yarn. That being said, the resulting product, though soft in the hand, can feel scratchy against the skin - especially the neck. It's a trade off I'm willing to make when the days are cold and the wind is blowing, but I'd be very hesitant to gift any product meant to be worn against the skin to children or those who might be sensitive to wool. I would like to make a jacket or heavy cardigan out if this yarn, but honestly am hesitant as a novice to make such a large investment. Otherwise, I highly recommend this yarn for heavy, very warm products that will be carefully cared for.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Knits Quickly
- Nice Texture
- Soft
Cons
Best Uses
- Scarves
Comments about Cascade Yarns Magnum:
I made a hooded scarf with this, and it's so warm and comfortable!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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