Please,
I would like to know what I can substitute for Caron Simply Soft Eco.
Can I use a worsted for this? It is to be used for a shawl where sizing is not so necessary.
Thank you!
Comparative weights of yarn
Hi. Welcome to KH. You could substitute any yarn that will work to gauge and that would mean a worsted weight should work. Beyond that, I assume it is quite similar to SS which means that if you don’t sub with something similar your shawl will have a different drape. That might be OK. Maybe try a swatch with your chosen yarn and see if you like the way it works up in your pattern. HTH
I haven’t used the Eco. The Simply Soft is listed as a worsted weight #4. But my experience has been that it’s more like a #3 sport weight. It’s much thinner than Supersaver. When I’ve crocheted hats with both, it’s been the same hook, same pattern but ends up with a one size smaller item with the Simply Soft.
I would say use a light worsted weight yarn or a thick dk weight. I would not go with a thicker yarn unless you plan on using a bigger hook. It might come out too stiff.
Thank you so much for your answers, you are both right ,
I tried my yarn and I found it a little too stiff, so will look for a softer yarn.
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