THIS OR THAT? COTTON OR ACRYLIC YARN ?

[@anncrosslin9116]

For kitchen and bath, always cotton because it holds up and absorbs water. Plus it washes up so well and lasts forever! Thanks for the links!

[@luzs.1203]

For kitchen and bath items, I do prefer cotton. For kitchen: because it's safer. I agree, we need to consider water and heat when choosing cotton or acrylic. I really appreciate your safety advice. Thank you very much, Sara, for the Kitchen and Bath Crochet Patterns. Beautiful! Have a nice afternoon. 🙏🌷✨

[@maryrowland4983]

Definitely prefer cotton for those coasters dishrags hot pads/pot 5:58 holders. Anything that is going to be wet or hot. Acrylic is nice for the decorative look

[@cindylikin1874]

I absolutely use cotton! So durable and easy to launder.

[@TinyLittleBlessings]

Hands down cotton! I gift 99% of my kitchen/bath items and I do not want the recipient to be disappointed when it doesn't absorb or a surface of theirs get ruined.

[@alannahawkins]

Hello Sara! I prefer cotton in the kitchen and bath unless it is for decorative purposes. I have used "rug yarn" for kitchen scrubbies however just because of the abrasiveness of it. Keep crocheting yarny friend 💜💜💜

[@maryluongo1819]

I definitely use cotton for kitchen and bath items. I also prefer cotton for bags and purses. I live in Arizona, so I love a cotton, cotton blend, bamboo or bamboo blend for warm-weather wearables. I use acrylic for blankets, cold-weather wearables and decorative items. I rarely use wool, as I am allergic to most of them.

[@kellynalley7832]

I prefer cotton for kitchen items and coasters. I like a squishy textured pattern for my dishcloths and towels. I like to use non-mercerized as well because it absorbs better. The problem I find with cotton for kitchen is that it is hard to find fun vibrant colors because cotton doesn’t take dye as well as acrylic. Wool does wick away moisture for coasters, so I do use wool for coasters and since it is a hair fiber, you can use it for hot pads since it won’t melt.

[@reneeriley6629]

I like cotton for dish rags, wash cloths, towels, and potholders. They all wash up so nice! Be Well

[@sherryjohnson1249]

I like and prefer acrylic yarn to cotton yarn for most projects. Like towel toppers, baby and adult afghans, holiday decorations and pot holders. I mostly use cotton for making dish clothes and some decor.

[@ginnyhanks1340]

I definitely use cotton for kitchen, bath and Doilies. Kitchen or bath decor I sometimes use acrylic but still perfer cotton. Have a Blessed day Sara ❤.

[@CharleneHudspeth]

I've used both, but I prefer cotton for kitchen and bath use and acrylic for other things. I also like the nylon yarns for scrubbies. Have a great week!

[@Luvnheartdesign65]

Hey Sara, I prefer cotton in the kitchen for pot holders or hot pads. I make coasters using both. My daughters wash the coasters often . I use acrylic for them.

[@annaguthrie4324]

I love cotton for dish clothes and coasters. I use cotton and acrylic for coasters, and for hot pads is cotton.😊

[@tinajohnson2633]

I just love yarn and crocheting. But if I had to choose it cotton hands down. Thanks for all your videos. I really look forward to watching every time you post. ❤

[@SaraSach]

Thanks!

[@JuneBugsMom]

Happy Wednesday Sara, no doubt about it, i LOVE working with cotton, for clothes, towels, mats & headbands too... as for acrylic, I like working with #3 weight...You mentioned stinky, just add a little vinegar to you wash & it will remove any smell, it also is good to use in your dark color wash . Have a good day..

[@dawnmccrickard7722]

I always use cotton, preferably. "I love this cotton" from Hobby Lobby for my kitchen and bath items. I use anything if what I am making is just going to be used as decoration.

[@tinastalion6266]

Cotton Cotton Cotton for ALL kitchen, bath and coaster items!! Great question Sara….Thanks so much!! 😊🧶🦋💜

[@cathymayfield2064]

I perfer cotton for all of them. Have a terrific week. Love all your videos.

[@GTR-ex2ly]

I definitely uses cotton for bath and kitchen items. The reason being, if it is gifted, I don’t have to worry about how it will be used. Debbie B

[@maryanncollins1566]

I use cotton. I have also made a cotton “placemat” for my flat top stove, to protect it from the cutting board we placed on top of it and from scratching it. 😊

[@denisejf]

For kitchen and bath, it's always cotton! Even if it's a decorative item in the kitchen, I still use cotton. You never know if someone will pick it up to use for something hot, better safe than sorry. That's a good point regarding coasters. Have a wonderful blessed day 🙏🏻🤗

[@collielove]

I use cotton. It didn’t occur to me that acrylic could be used for the bath or kitchen besides for decorating. I like your waffle stitch wash cloth in your video. I’ll check it out in your playlist. Have a great day!

[@heidibentley3964]

Hey Sara! 😊. I usually gravitate towards cotton for things in the kitchen or if a pattern calls for it. I would be afraid acrylic would melt if I used it for the kitchen. I'm still pretty new at making dish cloths and hot pads, but I just use common sense.

[@claratrujillo1206]

Thanks Sara for explaining what the difference between cotton and acrylic. I use cotton for kitchen items. Have a wonderful day happy crocheting.♥️

[@SaraSach]

Glad it was helpful!

[@judypine7467]

I prefer cotton for kitchen and bath items but occasionally use acrylic for towel toppers for a specific color I want. I give each season towels for wedding showers

[@jolenelarson469]

Definitely cotton! It would be nice to have a washcloth that didn't get musty after a couple days,, but I just wash them then.. probably a good idea to wash them after a couple days anyway.

[@donnasperling9780]

Cotton is actually my go to yarn for a lot of things. For kitchen or bath items, if it is something that is going to be wet (wash cloths or towels) cotton is the only thing for me.

[@carlenascheer32]

Cotton all the way for anything in the kitchen and bath ,,, I have learned over time that when I’m done using my dishrag is to thoroughly run COLD water on it , rinse all the soap out and then let it air dry ,,, it does not stink afterwards. Just a little FYI Thank You Sara for all that you do 🌸

[@SaraSach]

you can add a little white vinegar to the soap as well. Lay them flat on top of the dryer to dry.

[@cherylsakuma1853]

Hi Sara,definitely cotton I have an addiction to it lol I like using it for alot of things poufs, wash clothes, but I love making bags/market bags totes,I do use acrylic just perfer cotton🙂

[@deeodeh5302]

I like to use Cotten for dish cloth and pot holder thank you for all your hard work

[@jeandagley170]

I use a lot of cotton for a lot of my projects thanks have a great day.

[@karenwatkins4122]

Thank you for sharing l like both half and half but usually just cotton for a hot pad and coasters God bless you and your family ❤

[@irenemcdonald3661]

Cotton for any washing items. Cotton bamboo blend I really like for face clothes. But you have me thinking now about maybe using a blend of Cotton acrylic for dish clothes. Cause I don't like the stinky. I have to switch them out every day.

[@DawnEllison]

I've seen this question asked in Facebook groups and ALWAYS recommend cotton yarn for wash/dish cloths or hot pads/pot holders.

[@beverlymiller182]

To make dish towels and the likes I prefer cotton. I use acrylic for afghans. Thanks for asking.

[@deborahb2lil2latemashburn]

I would love to use acrylic, I enjoy working with that fiber, but I use cotton whenever I make washcloths, hot pads, coasters or oven mitts. Cotton just works better for these items if they are going to be used, if they are only for decorations and not use then make them with whatever. But for kitchen or bath I most always use cotton.

[@judymckinstry8130]

I like 100% cotton in the kitchen. I don't want to take any chances of something catching on fire. In the bath, a blend is fine.

[@maryjoelmore4753]

I use cotton for kitchen and bath - acrylic for afghans and shawls.

[@pattyadams4355]

I prefer using acrylic most of the time, EXCEPT for kitchen items, like dishcloths, hat pads, etc. To eliminate the smelly, wash them in vinegar instead of laundry soap once in a while. So anything for the kitchen or bath, I always use cotton.

[@mscscottage1277]

Cotton for utility acrylic for show. My this or that dilemma comes when making the 'Somebunnies' . If it is for a baby, I usually use cotton. Children and adults usually get an acrylic bunny.

[@VigilMargaret]

I prefer cotton for kitchen or bath items. I like that they wont melt if used for something hot. With all boys in my home I'm sure they would melt the acrylic somehow!

[@kristenzickgraf2192]

Hello Sara🌷 I enjoy working with acrylic. But when comes to kitchen or Bathroom...I will work with cotton. I received a wash cloth from one of my residents' sister-in-law. Peggy- the resident has since diseased. But I always think of her with a smile. Such fond memories. I work in nursing home as a Activity Assn. Dir. I do get attached to them. They're my extended "family"❤. I love watching you on Tuesdays, and on your other utube. You have the most wonderful smile. My Achilles tendon/ heel foot is healing ...slowly. but I watching on on side lines! 🎉Keep up the good work. You are a blessing to me and whole lot of others!!❤😁😊👍

[@SaraSach]

What a wonderful gift and memory. Thanks So much for Your kind words.

[@kristenzickgraf2192]

@@SaraSach ❤️👍😊

[@francesbernheine2681]

Hi Sara! Cotton for dishcloths, pot holders, coasters. 😊

[@susanizbiansky3542]

Hi Sara, I prefer working with cotton for kitchen and bathroom items.❤❤

[@sandybatton5475]

Cotton for the kitchen and bath acrylic for decorations

[@lisabowman8953]

I like cotton yarn for dishcloths and potholders and every thing else I use like for my tea towelsl an that

[@cathymiller7947]

I enjoy using both of them.

[@evelyngonzalez5223]

It really depends on the project. But, if it's for the kitchen or bath, definitely cotton.😊

[@dawnderr2371]

I like cotton for cleaning and absorbing. If I don't want cotton but still want some of the same qualities, I will also use bamboo.

[@pennygreen4151]

I crochet with both, but I prefer acrylic!

[@lorettathornton6318]

Good morning 🌞, I only use cotton but with that being said I like using the BERNAT Handicrafter cotton for my kitchen items and Hobby Lobby cotton for my washclothes and scubies.

[@dededammann9108]

Absolutely I use cotton for the items you listed.

[@cindyparsons207]

I like both cotton for a potholders and dish cloth

[@wandapolley8431]

I prefer cotton for absorption with coasters and dish/wash cloths. A cotton acrylic blend is ok too.

[@rosemaryreeves7506]

I love a pretty cotton for wash clothes and such.

[@migdaliasantiago9870]

I will always used cotton for my kitchen n bathroom item n god bless

[@joannlebowitz4068]

Cotton for kitchen or bathroom items All other projects like blankets pillows covers ❤️

[@debgrandsard9062]

Definitely cotton for bath & kitchen items 🧶

[@elaineyakatan2310]

Hi Sara. Most definitely cotton

[@beccamakamson6965]

For the kitchen, bath, or coasters, I prefer cotton.

[@joycepelegrina7525]

I use cotton for kitchen and bath items even coasters.

[@RG-yf3uj]

I've always used cotton. That's what my Grandma taught me plus just too many risks w/acrylic for these types of items especially when giving them as gifts or selling them.

[@missweenieboys2]

I prefer cotton or cotton polyester blend yarns.

[@evelynrichter628]

Hands down cotton, because I gift 90% of my kitchen/bath 😊

[@georginapeel5420]

For kitchen and bathroom and coasters I use cotton for everything else

[@susanholbrook7947]

I prefer to use cotton yarn on these projects you showed in this video.

[@lisacain35]

I prefer cotton but I would make coasters or hot pads possibly. I like using cotton and cotton blends to make sweaters and tops mostly. For blankets I prefer soft acrylic generally and in either DK or worsted weight. I’m not a huge fan of the thick yarns.

[@Value1lady]

I love cotton! My favorite!! Buy a lot of cotton!! Thanks! ❤❤

[@pattikirby98]

I use cotton for dishcloths, but I prefer acrylic for coasters & cozies because they are NOT absorbent, which keeps condensation from soaking through to the surface of my furniture.

[@SaraSach]

That's a great point about acrylic being non-absorbent.

[@roxanjustice5715]

Good morning! I love your videos.

[@SaraSach]

Glad you like them!

[@terrillcampbell673]

Hi Sara. I use Cotton yarn for Kitchen or Bathroom items. Have a beautiful day 🧶🧶🧶

[@bfvargas8]

thank you sara very good advice 👍💖✋

[@marleneyoung7317]

For kitchen or bathroom I prefer cotton. Everything else I'm good with acrylic

[@annwickham4332]

I prefer cotton for dish clothes and hot pads but a blend for face clothes

[@TSLDame-Crafts]

I've never had the choice before or yet. All my yarn has been acrylic so far. I tried wool once and just started using the really fluffy velvet yarn for plushies. It sheds a lot. So idk.

[@Christena1601]

I like mostly cotton. But do use the blended for many things.

[@Paws-crochet84]

It depends on what I'm making. I've never really worked with a cotton yarn, but it would make sense to use that as a dishcloth. But the acrylic one thing I don't like about it. Once you wash it and putt in the dryer. Even on a low heat, it gets kind of hard and uncomfortable and loses its softness

[@SaraSach]

Don't put them in the dryer, lay them on top to dry. they won't "crispy".

[@janettaylor9058]

Bath, kitchen ,items cotton. Acrylic for other things.

[@DanetteSWhite]

I don't normally make those types of things, but I would use cotton.

[@tinalawrence7491]

I prefer cotton only for dishcloths and potholders

[@Amanda_Humphrey]

I prefer cotton Sara! , mandy uk 🇬🇧 xxx😊

[@pattiroyse]

I always use cotton at least 80% for all kitchen and bath items.

[@teresaguffey4148]

Cotton for kitchen towels

[@lindadollar7029]

Cotton for towels and things

[@myraperry8897]

I prefer cotton for kitchen and bath items.

[@ancalagon0216]

I mostly like working with acrylic since I can wash and dry in a washer easily (and I have 3 kids + 1 on the way) and we have to go to the laundromat. So convenience is key for me at the moment. But, as everyone else in the comments, cotton for kitchen/bath. I just worry about shrinkage and warping with cotton. Is this a big issue for those who have more experience with cotton?? And can anyone recommend a cotton yarn that doesn’t split so easily? I’ve mostly used the Peaches N Cream brand.

[@SaraSach]

My favorite cotton for bags is Premier Home cotton.

[@marielucas9186]

For any kitchen or bath things I always use cotton

[@pattybarker8245]

For the items you listed: 100% cotton 😊

[@rosemarieg6296]

Like you it depends on the use.

[@gaylemcbeath9690]

I love Cotton which is washable.

[@evelynrichter628]

Opps that my kitchen/bath items.. lol!!

[@debwinans9712]

Cotton for me.

[@conniehalloran5066]

Cotton all the way ! Premier does have an 80/20 blend that is good though

[@SaraSach]

Yes it does!

[@Cntrydi]

Always use cotton for coasters and washcloths

[@janetmoss-s4o]

Cotton for kitchen items

[@tracydavis8802]

I use cotton for the bath and kitchen

[@nanakathleen541]

I prefer cotton for kitchen use

[@clairegriffiths4536]

Cotton for dishcloths

[@susanromanelli3789]

For kitchen and bath items cotton