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Bernat Softee

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Have you ever used Bernat Softee Baby yarn for a baby blanket?

I am going to crochet a baby blanket for a friend of mine and I just bought this yarn. I have never made a baby blanket before so I was wondering if anyone has tried this yarn or if you recommend a better yarn for baby blankets.

Thanks!

The first few things I ever crocheted where baby blankets made of Bernat Softee Baby yarn. It frayed a little easily but it wasn't bad. The only thing is that my friend (the one I made all the blankets for my friend's baby) said that she didn't use them as much as blankets I made her later because washing them made them fray a little and she didn't have time to take special care of them. So I think Bernat isn't bad if you are making something pretty, but if you want to make something more durable, I would use a WW acrylic or cotton yarn. That's the standard for baby blankets at the hospital I donate to.

I like to use Hobby Lobby's I love This Yarn or Caron One Pound Yarn. Both are really nice once they've been washed and hospitals accept them for donations.

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