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DROPS Paris

DROPS

Physical Parameters

Weight Category:Aran (CYC 4)
Gauge:18 sts × 24 rows per 4 inches
Fiber Content:100% Cotton
Yardage:82 yards
Weight:50 grams
Yards/Gram:1.64
Care:Machine wash warm, tumble dry medium

Overview

DROPS Paris is a budget-friendly 100% cotton aran weight with a massive color range. It softens up after washing and works great for summer bags and home decor.

Top Substitute Matches

Candidates are scored from listed gauge, weight, fiber, and yardage data. Always make a swatch before substituting: texture, construction, drape, and washing behavior are not measured.

Paintbox Yarns Paintbox Yarns Cotton Aran Aran · 18 sts/4" · 100% Cotton
100/100
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70/100
CLOSE SUBSTITUTE
Gauge diff: 0 sts ✓ Weight match
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Red Heart Red Heart Soft Worsted · 18 sts/4" · 100% Acrylic
60/100
POSSIBLE SUBSTITUTE
Gauge diff: 0 sts ✓ Fiber match
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Caron Caron One Pound Worsted · 18 sts/4" · 100% Acrylic
60/100
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Hobby Lobby Hobby Lobby I Love This Yarn Worsted · 18 sts/4" · 100% Acrylic
60/100
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