Yarn Alternative For Crafting Happiness Patterns

Why Choose Alternative Yarn To My Crochet Patterns

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Today, I’m sharing with you a useful list of brands that offer great yarn alternatives to the yarn I recommend in my patterns.

Finding an ideal substitute yarn brand can be a bit tricky. 

Knowing that yarn plays a crucial role in the completion of a project, it’s pretty handy to know your possible alternatives if you ever find yourself in the following instances: 

• Recommended yarn is not available in your country
• Recommended yarn is not available in the colors needed
• You have a similar yarn and don’t want to buy more yarn
• Your client requested the item to be done using a certain type of yarn

I curated a bunch of patterns that require acrylic DK, Aran, and Super Bulky yarns. Read on to learn more!

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My Go-To Yarn Brands

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I used Marriner Yarns most of the time because it has a wonderful quality yet is super affordable. Plus, it comes in a multitude of fun colors — very versatile!

UPDATE: Unfortunately, Marriner Yarns went out of business in 2022 so I will list below yarn alternatives you can use instead.

Another brand that I often use is Deramores Yarn. 

I like it because it’s hard-wearing and available in many beautiful shades. It’s an ideal choice for crocheting projects like blankets and garments.

Yarn Substitutes By Yarn Weight

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Below you can find yarn alternatives to the yarn I recommend in my patterns grouped by yarn weight.

Scroll down to each section to see the alternative yarn brands you can use or click on each link to jump straight to the section you want.

• Double Knit Yarn (DK, light worsted, #3)
• Aran Yarn (worsted, #4)
• Super Bulky Yarn (super chunky, #6)

Substitute Yarn To DK Yarn

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What Is DK Yarn?

DK or Double Knitting yarn is one of the popular and most-used yarn weights by crocheters for amigurumi and garments.

In the US, it’s often referred to as “light yarn” or “light worsted”. And in Australia, this yarn is known as the “8-ply”.

Acrylic DK Alternative Yarn Brand List

Below you can see a list of DK yarn alternatives I recommend, read about each and pick your favorite brand.

Crafting Happiness Patterns That Use DK Yarn

Check out my patterns that use DK yarn listed below and pick one that you like:

• 3in1 Beagle Dog Baby Blanket
• 3in1 Easter Peep Bunny Baby Blanket
• 3in1 Farm Cow Baby Blanket
• 3in1 Farm Horse Baby Blanket
• 3in1 Farm Sheep Baby Blanket
• 3in1 Happy Bee Baby Blanket
• 3in1 Ice Dragon Baby Blanket
• 3in1 Llama Baby Blanket
• 3in1 Rainbow Unicorn Baby Blanket
• 3in1 Safari Elephant Baby Blanket
• 3in1 Safari Zebra Baby Blanket
• 3in1 Woodland Bunny Baby Blanket
• 3in1 Woodland Deer Baby Blanket
• 3in1 Woodland Fox Baby Blanket
• Farm Pig Baby Blanket
• Triceratops Dinosaur Baby Blanket
• Woodland Bear Baby Blanket
• Barry The Bear Baby Lovey
• Bun Bun The Bunny Lovey
• Daisy & Duke The Cow Loveys
• Ella The Elephant Baby Lovey
• Foxy Fox Baby Lovey
• Harry & Harriet Horse Loveys
• Liam The Lamb Baby Lovey
• Lola & Luis Llama Loveys
• Maria The Unicorn Baby Lovey
• Pip & Petunia Pig Loveys
• Poppy Brooch
• Poppy Hair Tie
• Poppy Pin
• Tiktok Bee
• Bee Happy Honeycomb Baby Blanket
• C2C Crochet Baby Blanket: No Bunny Loves You Like I Do C2
• Frozen Hearts Baby Blanket
• Loops & Ridges Baby Blanket
• Summer Garden Flower Baby Blanket
• Trellis Flowers Baby Blanket

Yarn Substitutes To Aran Yarn

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What Is Aran Yarn?

Aran, also known as worsted weight yarn, is also a versatile yarn you can use to make a variety of projects including blankets and garments.

Australians often refer to Aran as “10-ply yarn”.

Acrylic Aran Alternative Yarn Brand List

Below you can find a list of Aran yarn substitutes I recommend as replacements for the yarns I use in my patterns. Read about each and pick the brand you like.

Crafting Happiness Patterns That Use Aran Yarn

These are my patterns that use Aran yarn. Click on each and find the one you like:

• 3in1 Cheshire Cat Baby Blanket
• 3in1 Giraffe Baby Blanket
• 3in1 Monkey Baby Blanket
• 3in1 Reindeer Baby Blanket
• 3in1 Safari Lion Baby Blanket
• Freddy The Fawn Baby Lovey
• Reversible Cat Mood Toy
• Reversible Halloween Ghost Mood Toy
• Reversible Octopus Mood Toy
• Christmas Snowflakes Afghan
• Stars & Pom Poms Baby Blanket
• Stripes & Ruffles Baby Blanket

Yarn Alternatives To Bulky Yarn

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What Is Bulky Yarn?

Bulky yarn is another perfect option if you want a yarn that works up very fast. This yarn weight is ideal for making cozy crochet projects such as winterwear and thick blankets.

UK crocheters might have known this yarn as “chunky” while Australians often refer to it as “12-ply”.

Acrylic Bulky Alternative Yarn Brand List

Below you will find a list of yarn substitutes for the bulky yarn I use in some of my patterns. Read the info on each yarn and pick the one that suits you.

Crafting Happiness Patterns That Use Bulky Yarn

These are my patterns that use bulky yarn. Click on each and find your favorite:

• 2in1 Christmas Reindeer Hooded Blanket
• Bee Happy Honeycomb Baby Blanket

Yarn Alternatives To Super Bulky Yarn

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What Is Super Bulky Yarn?

Super Bulky yarn is perfect if you want a thick yarn that works up quickly. It creates warm and thick blankets and even garments.

In the UK, it’s better known as the Super Chunky yarn. In Australian terms, yarns with over 12 ply are often also considered Super Bulky.

Acrylic Super Bulky Alternative Yarn Brand List

Below you will find a list of yarn substitutes for the super bulky yarn I use in some of my patterns. Read the info on each yarn and pick the one that suits you.

Crafting Happiness Patterns That Use Super Bulky Yarn

These are my patterns that use super bulky yarn. Click on each and find your favorite:

• 3in1 Rainbow Unicorn Blanket
• 2in1 Cheshire Cat Hooded Blanket
• 2in1 Christmas Pudding Hooded Blanket
• 2in1 Christmas Elf Hooded Blanket
• 2in1 Dinosaur Hooded Blanket
• 2in1 Farm Sheep Hooded Blanket
• 2in1 Llama Hooded Blanket
• 2in1 Rainbow Unicorn Hooded Blanket
• 2in1 Safari Elephant Hooded Blanket
• 2in1 Safari Tiger Hooded Blanket
• 2in1 Sea Turtle Hooded Blanket
• 2in1 Snow Tiger Hooded Blanket
• 2in1 Woodland Bunny Hooded Blanket
• 2in1 Woodland Deer Hooded Blanket
• 2in1 Woodland Fox Hooded Blanket
• 2in1 Woodland Owl Hooded Blanket
• Bumble Bee Applique

Final Thoughts

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There are a lot of other yarn brand alternatives available in the market, with time, I will add some more options.

I hope you found this alternative crochet yarn list helpful. Don’t forget to Pin it and share it with your fellow crocheters!