Caron Simply Soft Yarn vs Lion Brand Heartland Yarn

Both are soft worsted acrylics that machine wash and dry, so the choice comes down to yardage, color style and how the yarn behaves on the needles. Caron Simply Soft gives more yardage per skein, a glossy sheen and no-dye-lot solids, which suits big garments, blankets and beginners who want consistent color across many skeins. Lion Brand Heartland has a matte, heathered look with strong stitch definition and an Oeko-Tex certification, but it splits more and some shades run shorter. Reviewers of both call them soft and easy care; Heartland owners note splitting and snagging, while Simply Soft is often described as slippery with a sheen some dislike.

• Choose the Caron Simply Soft if you want the most yardage per skein, no-dye-lot solids for large projects, and a smooth, slightly glossy finish for garments, baby items and crochet.
• Choose the Lion Brand Heartland if you prefer a matte, heathered, national-park palette with crisp stitch definition for blankets, scarves and colorwork-style accessories.