What weight is Cover Story yarn?

It is super bulky, CYC weight 6. Most projects use a large hook or needle, roughly in the 9–11.5 mm (M–N) hook range or US 13–15 needles, so check your pattern's gauge.

Is it machine washable?

Yes. It is 100% polyester and the manufacturer says it can be machine washed and dried, which suits blankets and items for kids.

How much yarn is in a skein?

This is the 300g put-up, a larger skein than the standard Cover Story size, so you get more yardage per ball and fewer joins on big projects.

What can I make with it?

Plush afghans, throws, pillows, chunky scarves, hats and cozy accessories. Its thickness and soft pile suit simple stitches like single crochet, garter and stockinette.

Does chenille yarn shed?

Chenille yarns like this one can shed loose fibers and pill with friction. Keep the cut ends secured and avoid high-friction use if shedding matters to you.

Can I use it for amigurumi?

Yes, its soft pile gives stuffed toys a fuzzy finish, but the thickness makes small pieces bulky and stitch counting harder, so use simple shapes.

Where is the Lion Brand Yarn Cover Story cheapest?

At Walmart, for $30.00, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the Lion Brand Yarn Cover Story?

Rated 5 out of 5 from 2 ratings.

Where can I buy the Lion Brand Yarn Cover Story?

2 stores we checked sell it, including Walmart, Amazon.

Lion Brand Yarn Cover Story

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Lion Brand Yarn Cover Story

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Last seen at $30.00 at Walmart on Nov 12.

Our take on the Lion Brand Yarn Cover Story

Cover Story is Lion Brand's super bulky (CYC 6) chenille yarn in 100% polyester. It has a rich, velvety texture that works up fast into plush afghans, pillows and cozy accessories, and it is machine washable and dryable, which makes it practical for items kids and pets use. The 300g put-up gives you fewer joins on large projects than smaller skeins. Compared with other chenille yarns, it is softer and thicker than most, but chenille sheds and can be tricky to rip back, so it rewards simple stitch patterns over intricate ones.

Best forFast plush afghans and throwsChunky scarves, hats and cowlsPillows and home accessoriesBaby and kid items that need washing

Pros

Super bulky weight works up quickly
Soft, velvety chenille texture
100% polyester, machine wash and dry
Large 300g put-up means fewer joins
Solid and multi-color shade range

Cons

Chenille can shed and pill with wear
Hard to rip back or unravel mistakes
Bulky yarn needs large hooks and needles
Velvet pile hides stitch definition

Lion Brand Yarn Cover Story prices at every store

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$30.00Free shippingChecked Nov 12
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Lion Brand Yarn Cover Story price history

Lowest price we've seen: $16.32 on Nov 12 at Amazon. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 12.

About the Lion Brand Yarn Cover Story

Cover Story is a super bulky (CYC 6) chenille yarn with a rich, velvety texture. It comes in a 300 g put-up.

It is suited to plush afghans and cozy accessories. The yarn is 100% polyester and is machine washable and dryable.

Brand: Lion Brand
Yarn weight: Super bulky (CYC 6)
Type: Chenille
Material: 100% polyester
Color: Emerald (green)
Weight: 300 g
Care: Machine wash and dry
Color number: 539-173AP
UPC: 023032192970

Specifications

color: GreenSource
actual_color: EmeraldSource

Questions and answers

What weight is Cover Story yarn?: It is super bulky, CYC weight 6. Most projects use a large hook or needle, roughly in the 9–11.5 mm (M–N) hook range or US 13–15 needles, so check your pattern's gauge.
Is it machine washable?: Yes. It is 100% polyester and the manufacturer says it can be machine washed and dried, which suits blankets and items for kids.
How much yarn is in a skein?: This is the 300g put-up, a larger skein than the standard Cover Story size, so you get more yardage per ball and fewer joins on big projects.
What can I make with it?: Plush afghans, throws, pillows, chunky scarves, hats and cozy accessories. Its thickness and soft pile suit simple stitches like single crochet, garter and stockinette.
Does chenille yarn shed?: Chenille yarns like this one can shed loose fibers and pill with friction. Keep the cut ends secured and avoid high-friction use if shedding matters to you.
Can I use it for amigurumi?: Yes, its soft pile gives stuffed toys a fuzzy finish, but the thickness makes small pieces bulky and stitch counting harder, so use simple shapes.
Where is the Lion Brand Yarn Cover Story cheapest?: At Walmart, for $30.00, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Lion Brand Yarn Cover Story?: Rated 5 out of 5 from 2 ratings.
Where can I buy the Lion Brand Yarn Cover Story?: 2 stores we checked sell it, including Walmart, Amazon.