The Santa Holly. Its cable knit is denser than the Merry's plain knit, and it is 100% cotton. The Merry is a lighter crew, and its listed blend includes 40% acrylic in the description.

Which is better value?

The Merry at $59.00. The Santa Holly costs $148.00, about two and a half times as much, though it adds a cable knit, a 4.8 rating and full cotton.

Is the Merry really 100% cotton?

The specs say 100% cotton, but the product description says 60% cotton, 40% acrylic. Confirm the fiber content with the store before you buy if cotton matters to you.

Which fits better if I am between sizes?

The Santa Holly gives guidance: women's fit, true to size, size up for a looser fit. The Merry lists no fit notes, so check the store's size chart.

Both are cotton knits that pill with wear. The Santa Holly's care instructions (hand wash cold, lay flat to dry) protect the knit. The Merry lists no care instructions, so wash it cold and dry flat.

Can I get either before Christmas?

Check stock and shipping at each store. Santa Holly buyers report delays that arrived after Christmas, so order early if you need it for the holiday.

Wooden Ships Merry Embroidered Crew vs Santa Holly Embroidered Cable Knit Sweater

Buy the Wooden Ships Merry Embroidered Crew if you want a festive cotton-blend sweater at a low price. Buy the Santa Holly Cable Knit if you want a heavier cable knit with a 4.8 rating and will pay for it. The Merry is $59.00 at Sudies as of November 8, 2026. The Santa Holly is $148.00 at Kiel James Patrick as of November 8, 2026, about $89 more.

Today the Wooden Ships Merry Embroidered Crew costs $89.00 less at its best price.

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