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Paintbox Yarns Cotton Aran

Paintbox Yarns

Physical Parameters

Weight Category:Aran (CYC 4)
Gauge:18 sts × 24 rows per 4 inches
Fiber Content:100% Cotton
Yardage:170 yards
Weight:100 grams
Yards/Gram:1.7
Care:Machine wash warm, tumble dry medium

Overview

Paintbox Yarns Cotton Aran is a solid, affordable cotton that's great for market bags, dishcloths, and summer tops. The twist is tight enough to prevent splitting.

Top Substitute Matches

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DROPS DROPS Paris Aran · 18 sts/4" · 100% Cotton
100/100
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DROPS DROPS Nepal Aran · 18 sts/4" · 65% Wool 35% Alpaca
70/100
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Red Heart Red Heart Super Saver Worsted · 18 sts/4" · 100% Acrylic
60/100
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Red Heart Red Heart Soft Worsted · 18 sts/4" · 100% Acrylic
60/100
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Caron Caron One Pound Worsted · 18 sts/4" · 100% Acrylic
60/100
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🔧 Yardage Calculator

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