Since this yarn is 100% acrylic, it has a lot of possibilities for projects. The logos on the label show that they are on Pinterest, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and YouTube. Lion Brand also provides information on their social media channels and where you can find them. On the inside of the label is a note from Lion Brand sharing their website where you can find various helpful crochet and knitting resources.

It doesn’t bother me and as the label mentions, this is part of the charm!Īlso on the label you will find the article number, colour number (with a colourway name underneath it) and then the dye lot. Or, perhaps the colours may transition ever so slightly in a different way. This could mean that the colours that start and end in one cake might be different in another cake. However, due to the nature of the yarn and the way the colours transition, yarn from the same dye lot may differ slightly. This yarn does have a dye lot which means if you need more than one for a project, it’s important to make sure those numbers match so that the colours used in each skein (or cake) are the same (shades can differ if they come from different lots). The picture is a great way to get a good look at the colours so you know exactly the shades you’ll be working with. Sometimes when the yarn is wound up in a cake, it can be hard to get a good look at all the colours, especially the ones in the middle. Other Label Details:Ī really fun thing about this label is that there is a small picture of the colourway which I think is a really fabulous feature. Don’t you love easy care? It definitely makes a difference, especially when the item you’re making might be gifted! A baby blanket in this yarn would look beautiful and the new parent or guardian would be so thankful for easy washing instructions. Projects made with this line can be placed in both the washer and the dryer! Ironing is not recommended due to the fibre content. Lion Brand has made it very easy to care for your finished handmade items using Mandala yarn. If you’re crocheting, the recommended hook size is 5mm (H-8) or 3.75mm (5) needles if knitting is your preference. Mandala yarn is soft and when worked up into a project, finishes off with a soft and squishy texture. DK weight yarn is especially great for lightweight wearables and blankets. Each cake weighs 5.3oz/150g and contains 590yd/540m of yarn.

This yarn is a light weight 3 (DK) wound in a cake form. Lion Brand Mandala is 100% acrylic which means that it’s a versatile fibre that’s great for number of different projects with easy care. Did you know there are others? I counted a total of 11 different styles of Mandala yarn on the Lion Brand website (which includes a sparkle option! Ohhh! Ahhhh!) Fibre Content: This review is for the original Mandala line only. If this yarn is new to you or perhaps you’ve seen it but haven’t been sure about it, I hope this review is helpful! I like the colour options and find it to be a consistent and comfortable yarn to work with. I have been using Lion Brand Mandala for awhile. Thank you for supporting the time and work I put into this website and pattern designing. This means that if you decide to purchase items through the links I have shared, I may earn a small commission (at no extra cost to you). I have not been paid or asked to write this review and all comments are based on my own experiences of purchasing and crocheting with this yarn. I want to share that these thoughts and opinions are strictly my own. There is a lot to chat about with this yarn so let’s jump in and learn more about Lion Brand Mandala. I love the colourway options and the amount of yarn in one is just perfect for crocheting small and portable projects (hats, scarves, etc). I’ll be honest….it’s definitely one of my favourites. Lion Brand Mandala is a self striping light weight cake style yarn.

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