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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