Is Red Heart Super Saver Metallic soft enough for a scarf worn on the neck?

It is on the rougher side for acrylic, and the metallic strand adds texture. Many people find it fine for outerwear scarves but prefer softer yarns for anything worn directly against sensitive skin.

What size needles and hooks does it use?

It is a medium (worsted, size 4) yarn. Red Heart suggests US 8 (5 mm) knitting needles and a US I-9 (5.5 mm) crochet hook, with a gauge around 17 stitches and 23 rows per 4 inches in stockinette.

How much yarn is in this pack?

Two skeins of 255 yards each, about 510 yards total. That is roughly enough for one adult scarf or a small baby blanket.

Can I machine wash and dry projects made with it?

Yes. Red Heart Super Saver is machine washable and dryable; use cool water and low heat to limit pilling and keep the metallic strand from dulling.

How does it compare to plain Super Saver?

Same worsted acrylic base and yardage, with a metallic thread added for shine. It feels a bit rougher and costs slightly more than the plain line.

Craft-store sales and multi-skein coupons around the holidays are the usual low points. Compare the per-skein price across stores, since pack pricing varies.

Red Heart Super Saver Metallic Yarn

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$11.16at Walmart, last seen Nov 1

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Our take on the Red Heart Super Saver Metallic Yarn

Red Heart Super Saver Metallic is a medium (worsted, size 4) acrylic yarn with a metallic strand twisted in, sold in 255-yard skeins. This listing is a two-skein pack in White. It is a budget workhorse yarn for scarves, hats and blankets where you want a little sparkle without paying specialty-yarn prices.

Best forKnitters and crocheters making scarves and hatsHoliday and gift projects that need sparkleBeginners who want an inexpensive, forgiving acrylic