Dive into a Paintbox Yarns Chunky Pots for a joyous colour adventure! Knit a rainbow, knit a forest, knit a unicorn - with these fabulous self striping cakes of yarn, there are no ends to sew in, no colour decisions to make - we've done the hard work for you! Let the stripes unfold as you knit, or start in different places from the ball for different looks! Play with Confetti (PP17), Lakeside (PP15), Raspberry Ripple (PP14) and Elf (PP16)- to create an argyle effect when you crochet the Amateur Arglye Scarf & Amateur Arglye Cushion. Chunky Pots use the same fabulous recipe as Paintbox Yarns Simply Chunky - it's washable, super soft and works up fast on 6mm needles.
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| Brand: | Paintbox Yarns |
| Blend: | 100% Acrylic |
| Yarn Weight: | Chunky |
| Net Weight: | 200g (7.06oz) |
| Tension: | 14 stitches, 20 rows to 10cm/4" |
| Recommended Crochet Hook: | 6.00mm (J) |
| Care Instructions: | Cool Iron, Do Not Bleach, Dry Clean in Certain Solvents, Low Heat Tumble Dry, Machine Wash 30°C |
| Craft: | Crochet, Knitting |
| Length: | 272m (297yds) |
| Recommended Needles: | 6.00mm (US 10) |
Paintbox Yarns Chunky Pots takes the planning out of colour. Each cake is self striping, so the shades unfold as you work, or you can start from different points in the ball for a different look. Customers say the result feels like a rainbow of colours that keeps changing as you go.
Reviewers describe the colours as vibrant and beautiful, and many say the colour changes make finished pieces look striking.
One reviewer says the yarn "knits up beautifully", and others describe it as a dream to work with. Several say it is easy to knit and crochet with, and that it doesn't split easily.
Customers mention clear stitch definition, so texture shows well in finished work. Many describe the yarn as soft and squishy, and say it makes items cosy and pleasant to handle.
Reviewers say finished pieces wash and dry well and keep their shape, which is good news for items that will see regular use.
Customers have made baby blankets, matching hats and booties, scarves, cowls, granny square blankets, hats and cushion covers. Some have also crocheted Afghan squares, using the colour changes to add contrast.
Review summary
Most reviewers praise the bright, varied colours and the soft feel, and many say it knits or crochets up quickly and easily. Some mention knots in the balls and colour changes that look blocked or uneven. Complaints are uncommon, and a few reviewers say the yarn is less soft than they expected.
Summarized by AI
This yarn is cute, soft, easy to knit with, and durable through years of wearing and washing. I return to Paintbox yarns frequently because they are an incredible value. I made a ribbed sweater out of the confetti colorway and a short and tank combo from the Harbour colorway. Both have resisted pilling and retained their color and shape beautifully.
It’s cozy. I use it for an amigurumi.
The yarn knits up beautifully. It is very nice to handle and has great stitch definition, with attractive colour changes. I use it for a chunky cowl. It is intended for a present, so it has not been worn yet.
Easy to knit with. Just hoping it won’t stretch out over time as making a hoodie for my granddaughter. I chose this as it it is 100% acrylic yarn so no worries if washed with other clothes.
Crochet up in a lovely colour making a granny square cardigan for the summer everyone who sees me crocheting asks what yarn it is and where I got it from I'm happy to tell them
Lovely colours have had previously
