Lion Brand Hometown Super Bulky Yarn
- Super bulky yarn, rated CYC 6
- US 13 needles, 9 millimeters
- N-13 crochet hook, 9 millimeters
- 64 yards per ball in the print colors
- 94% acrylic, 6% rayon, machine wash
- 4.16 ounces per ball
Last refreshed Sep 7, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A thick tweed yarn for quick scarves, blankets and sweaters, with large needles and hooks. The ball is short on yardage, so bigger projects need several.
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ASIN: B0042TNAG6Model: 135-302HCategory: Yarn
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Overview
Knitting, crocheting, crafting and weaving are all named uses for this thick acrylic and rayon tweed yarn. Each ball is a single pack in the Aspen Tweed color.
A thick strand works up fast on large tools, which is the reason to reach for it on cozy pieces. The limits are a short length per ball and a fiber mix that is mostly acrylic.
Who it's for
Cozy, thick projects and school crafts that use large needles or hooks. Fine-gauge knitters, or anyone who wants one ball to cover a whole project, should look at other yarn.
Pros and cons
- Thick strand works up fast
- Tweed color pattern
- Weaving use named
- Short length per ball
- Acrylic-heavy fiber mix
- Requires large needles or hooks
Performance notes
Strand thickness sets the stitch size, so the rated needle and hook sizes control the fabric density. Tweed flecks come from the color pattern, and the acrylic content is what allows machine care.
Specifications
| Brand | Lion Brand Yarn |
|---|---|
| Model | 135-302H |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Compatible Crochet Hook Metric Size | 9 millimeters |
| Compatible Crochet Hook US Size | N-13 |
| Compatible Knitting Needle Metric Size | 9 millimeters |
| Compatible Knitting Needle US Size | 13 |
| Yarn weight | Super bulky (CYC 6) |
| Item Length | 64 yard |
| Item weight | 4.16 ounces |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Composition | 94% Acrylic, 6% Rayon |
| Color | Aspen Tweed |
| Other details | |
| Item Thickness | 0.25 inches |
| Product Care Instructions | Machine Wash |
Closest rivals on specs
Red Heart Super Saver Yarn- Item Weight 0.26 vs 0.44 pounds (-40%)
Caron Simply Soft Yarn 3-Pack- Item Weight 0.26 vs 1.12 pounds (-77%)
CRAFTWIZ Acrylic Yarn 30 Skeins- Item Thickness 0.2 vs 0.16 inches (+27%)
- Item Weight 0.26 vs 0.07 pounds (+298%)
Frequently asked questions
Can Lion Brand Hometown yarn be used for weaving?
The description names weaving among its uses, and the included component is listed as weaving yarn.
Is Hometown yarn Aspen Tweed machine washable and dryable?
The listing says Machine Wash, and the description says it can be machine washed and dried.
Is the length the same in every Hometown color?
No. The description gives 81 yd. (74 m) for solids and 64 yd. (59 m) for prints. This listing shows 64 yard.