{"title":"Jumbo Yarn","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJumbo yarn — also called giant yarn, mega yarn, or chunky blanket yarn — is the thickest yarn weight available, designed for dramatic, oversized projects that work up incredibly fast. These extra thick yarns are popular for arm knitting giant blankets, cozy throws, ottomans, big pillows, pet beds, and bold home décor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYarn weight number symbol:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 7\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso known as:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e jumbo, giant yarn, weight 7 yarn, and size 7 yarn.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKnitting gauge:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1.5 stitches or fewer per inch (6 stitches or fewer per 4 inches)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended knitting needles:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e US 17 (12.75 mm) and larger — many crafters also arm knit!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCrochet gauge:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 6 stitches or fewer per 4 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended crochet hooks:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 15 mm (US Q) and larger\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJumbo yarns are the newest yarn category and have exploded in popularity thanks to arm knitting. Many giant knitting yarns don’t require needles at all — just your hands! For adventurous makers, jumbo yarn weight creates cozy chunky blanket yarn projects, giant rugs, oversized baskets, plush ottomans, and fun pet beds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt Little Knits, you’ll find an inspiring selection of jumbo yarns, roving, and mega yarn options — perfect for big, bold projects and quick gifts. Want a custom jumbo thickness? Try holding multiple strands of bulky or super bulky yarn together for a similar effect.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-ab4b9865-7fff-0a5a-8d13-8878dfee6e22\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e💡\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTip:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eWhen arm knitting with jumbo yarn, keep your tension slightly loose — tight stitches can make your blanket stiff instead of soft and drapey.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"lang-young-color-75","title":"Lang Yarns Young - Color #75 - Big 150 Gram Hanks","description":"\u003cp\u003eAround 40% of all wool comes from merino sheep, that being of the very best quality. The fibres are fine with a good crimp, so they feel extremely soft and springy and keep their shape well. The wonderful characteristics of sheep’s wool are particularly pronounced in merino yarns. This quality is made with fine Australian merino wool. Produced from first class raw wool with all the know how gained through many years’ experience, Lang Yarns Young is a fantastic yarn for all types of quick projects and accessories and hand-knitting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFiber Content: 100% Merino Fine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYardage: Approximately 49 yards of yarn in each 150 gram skein.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGauge: \u003cspan\u003e3.0 sts \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e= 4 inches\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003clabel\u003eNeedle size: \u003c\/label\u003eUS 35 - 19.0 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: \u003cspan\u003eJumbo (0-4 wpi)\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCare: Hand wash. Lay flat to dry. Use detergent for wool wash without softener.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Little Knits","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44721395662905,"sku":"LangYoung75INVMB0725","price":12.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0670\/1236\/2297\/files\/Lang-Yarns-Young-75-LK.jpg?v=1753387985"},{"product_id":"lang-young-color-80","title":"Lang Yarns Young - Color #80 - Big 150 Gram Hanks","description":"\u003cp\u003eAround 40% of all wool comes from merino sheep, that being of the very best quality. The fibres are fine with a good crimp, so they feel extremely soft and springy and keep their shape well. The wonderful characteristics of sheep’s wool are particularly pronounced in merino yarns. This quality is made with fine Australian merino wool. Produced from first class raw wool with all the know how gained through many years’ experience, Lang Yarns Young is a fantastic yarn for all types of quick projects and accessories and hand-knitting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFiber Content: 100% Merino Fine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYardage: Approximately 49 yards of yarn in each 150 gram skein.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGauge: \u003cspan\u003e3.0 sts \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e= 4 inches\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003clabel\u003eNeedle size: \u003c\/label\u003eUS 35 - 19.0 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: \u003cspan\u003eJumbo (0-4 wpi)\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCare: Hand wash. Lay flat to dry. 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