What is the BEST plush yarn? (2022) FULL yarn test and review - Chenille

Chenille/ Plush yarns tested and reviewed:
- Loops & Threads Sweet Snuggles
- Bernat Blanket
- Bernat Baby Blanket
- Premier Parfait Chunky
- Hobbii Baby Snuggle
- Bernat Velvet
- James C Brett Flutterby Chunky
Full chart of yarn comparisons:
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[@naomida22]

I used both Yarn Art Dolce (once) and Himalaya Dolphin Baby (many times) as they are the easiest to get locally here. In terms of specs they are identical. No difference in look, feel, yardage or weight. They are classified as super bulky but they have quite a bit of yardage and are thinner than a blanket yarn (which I think looks better). They also don't have a velvety feel and look closest to the Hobbi yarn. They are soft, and smooth. Dolphin baby sheds less then yarn art, but they both do and sometimes are hard to make into magic rings. Btw, they recommend 4.5 mm hook and that's what I'll use because I think the recommendation is in mind for amigurumi

[@peachyedits22]

Bernat baby blanket is the same as the regular bernat blanket. The only difference is that they test the baby one for harmful substances since it's being used for babies. For amigurumi, the only reason to get one over the other is color selection

[@RoseandLilyAmigurumi]

Thanks for the info!! 🥰

[@patriciaesqueda2984]

So much useful information I just started using these plushie yarn and I used Bernet blanket pattern coming out huge omg thank you will def use this chart for future projects thank you again

[@Anne_Onymous]

Interesting to know!

[@alondragaddis7255]

I disagree completely. I use the baby one because it's so much softer. I own a stockpile of both and can definitely feel the difference.

[@redntexas72]

​@@alondragaddis7255 I was gonna say the same thing. I feel like there is a huge difference in the feel. I also feel like I can see my stitches a little better.

[@codiewood]

A video like this is exactly what I've been looking for! As someone in the UK without a local yarn shop, it's often really hard to judge what you're getting in for when you buy something online. Would be great if you could also review James C Brett Huggable, Cygnet Chenille Chunky and Cygnet Scrumpalicious :)

[@RoseandLilyAmigurumi]

Thanks for naming more yarns to try! I’ll try source them 🥰

[@amandabarlow6527]

Same there are no stores only when i went away i saw a yarn shop but it was shut

[@michaelajankowski-sansom3790]

Me too! I watch so many KZbin videos where they use Bernat or Premier yarns and we can't get them so readily here without paying a fortune in shipping... I've been using the Yarnart Dolce and I love that one. It reminds me of marshmallow flumps. Paintbox chenille is nice too but it does fluff off at the ends a lot. I have to use a lighter to seal the ends. I've been making the Mabel chickens and mine are so much smaller that the American versions due to the difference in yarns but this video has been great in understanding the differences. Thank you so much..xx

[@user-pb8gf1gc9e]

That's hobby craft here in UK

[@wormsinsideyou]

@@user-pb8gf1gc9eyep, it’s basically the only place to get yarn here in the UK.

[@amyx231]

The best bulky yarn is the one on sale 😅

[@peppapig807]

Your videos are the best. Straight to the point, and the way you divide it makes it so easy to get to the info I need. I refer back to this video frequently and use it as a reference, so thank you so much for labelling each yarn brand so clearly, labelling the hook size, and making an example of each! It's so hard to find this information anywhere else. :)

[@Someone-rm7xv]

I've been searching for plush yarns and I didn't know which one to buy, thank you so much!

[@harabelle9981]

Thank you so much for this video! I’ve been having a hard time finding good brands for chunky wool but this video was very helpful. :)

[@Ms.Banana_Films]

I absolutely HATE SweetSnuggles yarn. I was working for HOURS making a axolotl. When I was almost done making the axolotl, THE YARN KEPT RIPPING AND BRAKING. I don’t even think it’s able to even be CLASSIFIED as yarn. The fluff keeps sliding off and all I have left is this very very thin piece of string once the fluff falls off. I am a scrawny 10 year old and I have no idea why it’s so weak. Unlike SweetSnuggles, I LOVE Bernat! It’s strong, durable, and the fluff doesn’t fall off! I made a very cute turtle with my only two Bernat yarns. I’ve learned from my experience and know which yarn to pick now! :D

[@maryanderson2073]

i have a yarn like that, and it works well once you get into the rounds, just be a little gentle. there are MR tutorials specifically for fragile yarn, so i'd suggest checking those out. as for sewing, i would suggest just pulling all of the fluff off and just use the thin string to sew the pieces on. just be gentle and maybe sew it on twice. it works, it's just inconvenient

[@k.willis4800]

I prefer the loops and threads because it's durable, lightweight, and softer than bernat. If this video says otherwise about that I would think they are crazy. Loops and Threads yarn is perfect, but I don't think there is as many colors as the other yarns might have. I made a nice baby blanket though and despite the yarn being bulky it is quite lightweight. Other yarn I have used has caused me to accidentally crochet into the middle of a strand before and that's practically not possible with the Loops and Threads yarn. I care a lot more about how soft the yarn is so I can't even touch Bernat yarn. It doesn't feel as soft and unlike Loops and Threads, the Bernat yarn has an almost oily or greasy feel to it. Maybe it washes off, but I don't care about that. Both yarns tend to be machine washable although I have seen the non-baby version if Bernat yarn is hand wash only based off a different comment I saw. I don't care whether that is true because my Loops and Threads yarn is machine washable and fits all my needs and I couldn't imagine using a different yarn.

[@juliavanoosten1093]

Thank you so much for this review! Hobbi baby snuggle is the only one that I can easily get because I live in the Netherlands. And I have not heard someone so positive about it for amigurumi comparing to the parfait chunky which I would pay $56 shipping for😮 I am gonna try the baby snuggle for sure!

[@MijnJaz]

@juliavanoosten1093 Fellow Dutch chrocheter here! I have thesame problem, but I recently found good quality thick chenille yarn online. It's called Chenille 6 by Lammy Yarns. It's made in Holland. I can't find the exact colour's I'm looking for, but at least it's good quality (it sheds less than the thinner velvet yarn from Durable). I bought it at Wolcafe in Schoonhoven, they also run a online shop so you could order it.

[@incolourxx2613]

I just splurged and order Tulip’s grandhooks so I could have an 8mm since I felt like 6.5 was too small, I really appreciate this video validating that decision LOL

[@RoseandLilyAmigurumi]

It’s always worth having an 8mm 🤗

[@Helli250]

I use alize velluto plush yarn as well as hobbii baby snuggle and honey bunny because it’s pretty much the only yarn i can get here! alize velluto is just as soft as the hobbii ones but it’s thicker! the recommended hook size is 8-10mm but i use a 6mm hook and it works nicely. the piece comes up a little bigger than with the hobbii yarns but not too big and i personally feel like it’s easier to work with

[@kitcustard]

I personally always use James C Brett Flutterby Chunky yarn just because it’s the cheapest I can get hold of. The only issue is how the actual yarn can come off the end of the piece (if that makes any sense) but is my top favourite. I’m considering experimenting with another though

[@madalinak7244]

Us it durable?

[@SoozeeQ]

Thank you so much for this video. This is what I have been looking for in this type of yarn.

[@MrOnedirection11]

I use all the yarns but baby snuggle and flutterby. I never heard of those yarns and I don’t think they are available in Cali unless I ship them to me. I 100% prefer to use sweet snuggles yarn and parfit chunky a lot more than any other yarn so all my projects can be soft

[@ellecampbell6599]

The bernat blanket yarn reminds me of mariners get cosy blanket yarn if you haven’t tried it it’s one of my favourites🥰

[@maddilong135]

And the Hobii honey bunny yarn! Its soooooo soft. Pretty similar to the baby snuggle though.

[@dalesample8611]

I am just getting ready to try the chenille yarn for an amigurumi project. Thanks so much for the chart. This is so helpful.

[@ssss-dm8nm]

Yesss🙌🙌 Been waiting for this kind of video

[@sapphisten1738]

For the most part I crochet with Bernat Velvet yarn, but I recently crocheted a frog using your pattern and the loops and threads snuggle yarn, it turned out over double the size it would be if I had used Bernat velvet. I want to try the hobbii yarn in the future but I haven’t gotten a chance yet.

[@emma.em1313]

One major difference between bernat blanket and baby blanket (from someone who consistently uses them) , is that baby blanket yarn is tested for any possible harmful substances within the yarn.

[@RoseandLilyAmigurumi]

Thanks for the info! 😊

[@jenniferking6989]

Living in the UK I tend to use King Cole Yummy, cygnet Jellybaby and James c Brett, as each one does different colours but they seem to work well together.

[@mollyherrington2574]

omg i’ve been needing this video thank you sooooo much!!!!

[@veritabrila7919]

personally the flutterby chunky is my favourite

[@Jyneezey]

You helped me SO MUCH. Thank you! 🤍

[@SunnyDaysAG]

I’ve used Big Twist Velour for a scarf before but I’m curious to see how it would work for making plushies! And I’ve also used Yarn Bee Adore-A-Ball flannel for a plushie and it worked great!

[@KittyKraftStudio]

I tried making a teddy with Big Twist Velour and I had a really hard time closing a magic loop without breaking it, it breaks really easily. It's weird because I use Bernat Blanket and Velvet and don't have issues.

[@abso-LUTELY]

Could you please test the 'PREMIER JUST(tm) CHENILLE' brand? I think it's the same as the Hobbii Baby Snuggle yarn you've shown here, but I'm not fully sure. It'd be wonderful if you could test it. ^^

[@bbing7206]

Hi Robin well I mostly use "I Love This" i am positive it is not plush but maybe you can ive or opinion I also use "Yarn Bee" just wondering If that is possible thanks!😍🥰☺

[@Toca_Forever]

For plush yarn like this, I prefer to use Flutterby since I just like it? And it's the only type I like that available local to me

[@FunCrochetAndCrafts01]

You should try Estako Velvet! It is similar to Premier Parfait Chunky.

[@grammyloomer6554]

Thank you so much for your tutorials. 🙂

[@alexandralindamood3615]

I used some Bernat Blanket Yarn, and it likes to snap when I try to draw the Magic Ring closed, so I use the ch2 and sc x in 2nd ch hack so that it won't break. Have you ever had that problem?

[@ughhhmcrbinch5583]

I just made a magic ring last night. I had to redo it twice before i was able to pull it closed and the yarn never snapped. I reused it each time and i tugged on it a lot so idk keep trying!

[@alainag9285]

Mine snapped at the end of one of my pieces and I wanted to cry

[@bi-indigenous-baker5865]

Yeah, that happened to me too. I ended up using some scrap non chunky yarn of a similar colour to finish closing it once I had gotten four rounds in.

[@nonbinarybastard]

Do a double magic ring I'm sure u can find a tutorial

[@peachiegracie]

That’s never happened to me and I used a regular magic circle maybe your tension is too tight ?? Or you’re tryna pull it too tight

[@martinelkaa]

I'm using Himalaya Dolphin baby and Aksamitek (i'm from Poland so not everyone knows it) and they're so cool but i hate making magic ring bc i can't "pull it" to close it cause it's hard to... pull :c

[@solarjaz]

is himalaya dolphin baby bigger than parfait chunky?

[@noamshaykiss]

Can you try himallya dolphin baby yarn?

[@NLhennie]

I wonder where honey bunny yarn from hobbii would place in this list, great vid, ty ❤

[@Smulenify]

I recently tried out Chenillove by Rico Design, it's probably the best chenille yarn I've tried in terms of being durable and easy to work with! However the store near me only has a few colours and I can hardly find anything about it online.

[@kerryc7502]

Loved this video!! So glad I found it! Have you ever used the Hobbii - Honey Bunny?

[@PreppyDancerGurl8920]

Thank u so much for this video and ur tutorials your advice is so helpful! Thank u

[@noasannestolzenburg8368]

If you love hobbii baby snuggle, you should try hobbii honey bunny, honey bunny candy and honey bunny big❤

[@Evi_and_co]

The only plush yarns we can buy in store her in the Isle of Man 🇮🇲 is flutterby I love so much but really want to try parfait chuncky or Bernat blanket!

[@Hi._.nd.]

Soft and bright alize velluto

[@princessmadalynn]

I just used my first plush yarn. The parfait chunky and I’m obsessed

[@RoseandLilyAmigurumi]

It’s so lovely and soft 🥰

[@barbaraandrews6007]

Thank you so much for this video, I have used the bernat blanket yarn and I found I had trouble with one colour, I have also used King Cole yummy. Please could you put the yummy one on your list, I would be interested on what you think. I am awaiting my arrival of Hobbii baby snuggles so was pleased to see it was one you had tested, cannot wait for it to arrive.

[@SaphStitched]

Thank you for this! Can you try out Hobbii honey bunny and can you also do a test on shedding of the yarn? I saw another channel show a brand of yarn that doesn’t shed at all (I forget the name of but found it’s only available in a Denmark shop that doesn’t shop to the US).

[@janinea.6071]

I have been using myboshi samt. It has been the only plush yarn i have found in switzerland yet🙈 i like to work with it but i do not now any other yarns so I can not make a reference to any others🤭

[@alishannnv]

Thank you for this video!

[@Hyoutenshi]

I actually used yarn baby bee plush yarn for the large turtle. Personally I prefer yarn bee, baby bee, and Bernat because I can buy them in a store

[@emilyfredsbo5177]

what size hook do you use with the baby bee yarn? i keep trying different sizes and can't decide which one i like best lol

[@Hyoutenshi]

@@emilyfredsbo5177 I'm extremely new to crochet. As in the large turtle was my first project, so I don't have the experience to change anything. I used the 4.25mm hook that was suggested in the tutorial and I'm using the 4mm for this plush car I'm working on now

[@madalinak7244]

Are they durable?

[@Hyoutenshi]

@@madalinak7244 I gave the turtle to my nephew last Christmas. He just turned 2 a few days ago. So far the only thing that came loose was one of the buttons I used as eyes instead of the safety eyes. And I think one of the ends started to come loose. The yarn itself was fine last time I saw it. I haven't used bernat much so I can't vouch for it. I really only used it for a scarf and I haven't finished it yet.

[@thecutestpotato752]

Loved your video thank you very much, if you make another one like this can you include the MyBoshi SAMT yarn ? That's the one i'm using and i don't know if i should change for another one maybe softer or cheaper, thanks !

[@pegasus2200]

Which of these peel or fall apart less? I have had issues with many trying to do the Magic circle or rings. Please help!

[@ivanaparty85]

I want to know how the fibers hold up. Loop and thread sheds so bad if you have to cut and sew with it. Its awful

[@riely4183]

Can you do large chunky corgi tutorial pleeaaassee. I really want it to make. But i can't find anything that is cute as your makings. I'm so torn in the turtle, but i really need the corgi to make. It's going to be a gift for my brother. He's been asking for a dog and mom wouldn't allow it because our house is tiny and can't fit any pet inside. It would be wonderful if you make a tutorial of corgi. Hope you read this. ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@quixoticduck]

Hi, which is the least velvetty/microbfibery feeling please? Especially out of the Hobby Baby Snuggle and the Flutterby, as I dislike that the feel of velvet. Thanks!

[@nicolerosas1940]

thank you for this video!! you should try baby bee yarn. or yarn bee!

[@georgiegirlgamez8059]

Oooooo!! Yay great video :)

[@cyndiic9635]

How were you able to do a magic circle with your sweet snuggles yarn? I just got some for Christmas and have been struggling to get it in a magic circle without pulling fluff off or breaking it.

[@RoseandLilyAmigurumi]

It's very thick, so it helps to make the initial stitches very loose before pulling the ring tight. I still break them fairly often though :(

[@carterbennett8923]

I’ve been like exclusive to Parfait chunky for almost a year, it’s my FAVORITE i LOVE it

[@solarjaz]

you can just chain 2 and sc in the first chain as many as you need in the magic ring!! :)

[@madalinak7244]

Can you rank them in durability?

[@chellex3186]

Can anyone please comment toward how much each yarn sheds?

[@janaabdeen172]

please do avideo like that about fuzzy yarns

[@ravery1023]

Which yarn over/yarn under technique do you use for these results? I’m just starting in making amigurumi but mine look “blah”. Think I am using the wrong technique…. Thanks 😊

[@corinnex9984]

Très bon test . Pourriez-vous rajouter grundl funny uni ?

[@staceydamon913]

Very helpful.

[@RoseandLilyAmigurumi]

Glad it was helpful!

[@staceynaranjo7434]

I have such a hard time seeing stitches on the first few rounds of the bernat yarn. Is that how it is with the other yarns here?

[@kamillalatorcai3745]

Hi I want to make a kitten but I can't find the right one anywhere.😔Maybe next time you can do it?🥺

[@Sarah-em6dq]

thanks for the video! where can I get yarn (other than bernat) in Canada?

[@jejajensen1269]

Can you pls make an owl i will make it to my little cousin on her birthday☺️☺️

[@bubbles2893]

i got mine off of Amazon and it sucks :( it breaks and the fuzz comes off if i pull too hard

[@calystabenigni2914]

For the hobbii yarn does it come in a bigger package than the parfait yarn

[@lillyadmua6662]

Have you tried aldi so crafty baby yarn x

[@madalinak7244]

Is the hobbii durrible? I know the one before it snaps super easy.

[@thvvaann5397]

I don't know if it's just me feel like bernat velvet gets pulled off quite easy. I can't even sew it properly while finishing my amigurumi. after some minutes, there is just the thread left, and the small little fur on it flew everywhere

[@amberlingefelt2302]

A huge tip that has helped the fuzz to stay on the yarn for me is using a lighter to lightly burn the ends! Since chenille is mostly polyester/synthetic fiber it melts, which binds the melted fuzz to the thread and preventing the ends from shedding:)

[@kailynnong_]

Can u pls try yarn bee/baby bee

[@sandrasmolinsky6902]

I would love to hear you opinion about Alize Velluto, greetings from germany 🍀

[@RoseandLilyAmigurumi]

I’ll add it to my list!

[@sandrasmolinsky6902]

@@RoseandLilyAmigurumi great, thank you

[@npyang05]

I love your video. I'm just now getting inot these type of yarn. I am struggling with the shape if anyone can help. The tops of my ball/heads would cone up. Any suggestions on how to make it flat and round out nicely?

[@mollymcarthy32]

She has a video on it! I recommend sizing up your hook.

[@stitcht78]

I just discovered you and I really appreciate all of your tips for amigurumi and for using plush yarns! Do you ever use invisible increase? I'm going to start using your magic ring because I always have to sew in that inside end to keep it from opening up. It looks like with your method you don't have to do that.

[@skldht1115]

What causes the sizes to differ, is it the type of yarn, the hook size, or the number of stitches? or could i change the size by using a bigger hook size with the same yarn or not?

[@MadeByChinkee]

All of the above can make sizes to differ. But in this video, she used the same number of stitches. So it's basically the type (weight) of yarn (i.e., jumbo, super bulky, bulky, and etc) and hook sizes that made the difference.

[@Starunicorn-yk4ju]

Hi I was wondering if we have permission to make and sell the new plushies you post about?

[@aischadelacrocheta4208]

do the yarns not exist in Indonesia?

[@littlejshomestead2502]

How do you see your stitches? I tried using Barnat but I can’t see my stitches.

[@dinatempleman4074]

Do a simple project to start. It does get easier to see the stitches, once you have used it for a bit.

[@Elixiebeth]

IS this of amazon??

[@Elixiebeth]

Nvm😅

[@violetkalico]

Bernat is literally the worst. It loves to break and it’s thin.

[@hugenorrisnutssuperfan5643]

hii! this helped so much and i would just like to thamnk you. I was just wondering if you could please tell me you thoughts on hobbis happy chunky yarn if you have expirienced it pleac=se? i am making a rabbit from your to tutorialk for my my cousins first bday tysm!