Caron deals
Caron is a yarn brand known for affordable acrylic yarns sold at big-box craft stores. Its two best-known lines are One Pound, a bulky 16-ounce skein, and Simply Soft, a soft worsted-weight acrylic. This page currently lists no live deals, so prices below are the standard listings.
Prices at every store and price history for Caron products.
Caron products: prices and price history
Questions and answers
- When does Caron yarn go on sale?
- Caron sales cluster around craft-store promotions, especially during back-to-school and holiday seasons, and around store-wide coupon events. Michaels and JOANN run Caron discounts most often. Check the store's weekly ad rather than the brand itself, since Caron sells through retailers.
- Where is Caron yarn cheapest?
- Walmart and Michaels usually have the lowest everyday prices on One Pound and Simply Soft. JOANN and Amazon are competitive during sales. Compare per-skein price and yardage, since One Pound's 16-ounce skein is far cheaper per yard than a standard skein.
- What is the difference between Caron One Pound and Simply Soft?
- One Pound is a worsted-weight acrylic in a 16-ounce skein, about 812 yards, aimed at big projects like blankets. Simply Soft is a softer, lighter worsted acrylic in standard skeins, about 315 yards, and is popular for garments and baby items. One Pound is the better value per yard; Simply Soft is the better feel.
- Is Caron Simply Soft good for wearables?
- Yes. It is soft, has a slight sheen, and drapes well, which suits sweaters, scarves and baby clothes. It is 100% acrylic, so it is machine washable and dryable, but it can pill with heavy wear and does not block like wool.
- What is Caron's return policy?
- Caron does not sell directly, so returns go through the retailer you bought from. Michaels, JOANN and Walmart each set their own yarn return windows and require receipts or order records. Unused skeins with labels intact are easiest to return.