You have every right to be frustrated. For 9 dollars each, customer satisfaction should be on the top of the list by the company. The blotches on the black yarn would make me worry if it will bleed. It wouldnt hurt to contact the company. Take care Dee and thanks for the heads up. ❤
@stitchy_linn2 күн бұрын
Yet she didn't contact Lion Brand before she made this video so how does "customer sstisfsction" weigh in on this? Lion Brand is not psychic, they've no idea of a problem unless someone alerts them to the problem!
@roseydiva11834 күн бұрын
Your honesty is definitely appreciated. If it was me, I would be sending all of it back.
@LennyLefebvre-qb6qx4 күн бұрын
Wow. Usually the comments section will have AT LEAST a small minority of people who say they like the yarn and have no problem it. I can’t find a single comment like that, very telling. Thanks for sharing!!
@tammyturner55074 күн бұрын
It is, what it is. It shouldn’t be blotchy even if it’s an ombré. I was going to buy that yarn, so I appreciate the info.
@sherriedavis12224 күн бұрын
Every time I see the Lion brand at Joann’s I almost buy and then feel it and put it back. I have SO many colors of the Premier and they are all beautiful! I wonder if that black will bleed when it’s washed since you noticed the blotches? Thanks for your advice😊
@lindaoharris4 күн бұрын
This is my first time seeing your channel and I must say I’m very impressed. I’m glad that you’re being honest about it. I knew it crocheting and using the variegated colors. I still only do granny squares and back-and-forth nothing fancy. But I would be very disappointedif I had done that into a square and being unlimited income. That is just very sad of that company to do that to elderly that are usually the ones that use a lot of it. Thank you for your honesty and I’ll be back to see what else she do. Hugs and prayers.
@DeesCreativeHandsCrochet4 күн бұрын
Thanks so much for being here ❣️
@loismiller77424 күн бұрын
I agree- that Lion brand mandala has a weird feel to it, plastic? The drape was weird too. I thought I'd was just me cause other people rave about it. Not for me.
@mp-rv8gu4 күн бұрын
Same for me.
@francesmiller95813 күн бұрын
I agree-mandala is not my favorite yarn either… It’s not quite the same, but have you considered Just Yarn at Dollar Tree? It’s from Premier-the skeins are small but wonderfully soft and it works up beautifully. If you have a big Dollar Tree near you, they’ll probably have a lot of colors… Just a thought
@DeesCreativeHandsCrochet3 күн бұрын
I've used that yarn many times. Because this was Christmas I was trying to use something fancy 😂😂😂 Boy was I wrong 😂😂
@oodlesacaboodles4 күн бұрын
Thank you SOOO Much!! I have been trying to figure out the best yarns to buy for my projects. I'm on a strict budges, so when I have to splurge, I like to know what I'm buying, and this helps me out a great deal!!
@DeesCreativeHandsCrochet4 күн бұрын
You’re so welcome! 🥰
@ForTheLoveOfYarn4 күн бұрын
I am so with you on how horrible Lion Brand Mandala feels. I had to get rid of all of mine, and it was a lot of money down the drain. I ended up with rashes up the front of both sides of my arms. It felt like my arms were on fire. I will never use that yarn ever again. I tried a few different ones and it's horrible.. and I also feel that it is not soft whatsoever. It's scratchy, and ranks right up there with Red Heart Super Saver. Lion Brand Mandala thinner though. I enjoyed your video, I'm a new subscriber, and I like your directness, and you seem genuine and not fake in your videos. I will watch for more videos. ❤😊
@DeesCreativeHandsCrochet4 күн бұрын
Awww thanks so much for subbing. I'm very real and direct 😂😂😂❤❤❤
@NitWhitAngieP3 күн бұрын
I refused to even try it. I love Premier Yarn!!!!
@mipcee81244 күн бұрын
Thank you for your honesty Dee. We trust your opinion and greatly appreciate you saving us the money. Many Blessings.
@dianagarms68794 күн бұрын
My goodness, I love honest reviews. Being allergic to wool, it’s important to find soft acrylics that I can be proud of my finished projects. Premier is just usually soft. Turkish yarn seems so much softer than others. I make a lot of wearables Andi have very sensitive skin. Most of the mandalas are rougher than most. I usually use them for baskets and bags. Love the squares you are making. Thanks for helping us save money. I the future, I will be saving my money and hoping for the best, but staying prepared for the next few years. ❤
@rabbitlovesraven4 күн бұрын
I'm allergic to wool also so I typically only use acrylic, I find mandala is hit or miss really when it comes to their yarn, sometimes it's SUPER soft for one line of mandala then the next is scratchy and weird but if I can't find the yarn I usually buy in cakes (premier) I go with mandala because I looked at Caron and they sneak wool into their "acrylic" yarn!
@DeesCreativeHandsCrochet4 күн бұрын
It's so important to find a good yarn that feels good and works well. ❤️
@Monmouth914 күн бұрын
Found you today and just had to watch. I was SO close to purchasing this yarn because Creative Grandma did a tutorial for a blanket using this yarn in purple, then this video show up. I really dodged a bullet thanks to you. I’m just so sorry you’re now stuck with all that yarn now😢
@DeesCreativeHandsCrochet4 күн бұрын
You’re welcome! It bummed me out too 😥 Try the Premier it's very nice ❤️
@Monmouth914 күн бұрын
@ that’s on my wish list 💜💜💜
@margaretbaker31143 күн бұрын
Thank you for the heads up. So glad for your input. Stay safe.
@peglamphier47454 күн бұрын
I bought a cake of this for a shawl cause it was so pretty, and I agree, it's not a 4 weight and it does feel funny when you crochet with it. So I had much the same experience. It's too thick for a shawl, cause I'm looking for something more drapey. So I frogged the shawl and not the ball is in my stashe waiting for something else. Maybe an amigarumi dragon.
@DeesCreativeHandsCrochet4 күн бұрын
It's so disappointing, but I'm glad I'm not alone in this 😥 ❤❤
@CNYWoman5 күн бұрын
Sorry you had such a bad experience. The Lion Brand Basic Stitch is anti pilling acrylic and is a much better product. I have used it to make it mittens and really enjoyed it. The price point isn't too bad and it is on sale at the moment at Joann.
@DeesCreativeHandsCrochet5 күн бұрын
I will check it out ty! ❤️❤️❤️
@louloustreasuretrove21225 күн бұрын
I love Lion Brand Basic Stitch Anti pilling too 😊❤
@wandagonzalez33114 күн бұрын
Hi Dee, thanks for your review of how you felt about the yarn and the differences. Too bad with all those pretty color choices it became a loss for you. God bless
@pigeonbusiness3 күн бұрын
I've been looking at getting a variegated/gradient/ombre yarn to make... something with. Thank you for posting, this was super helpful so I know now to avoid Lion Brand!
@DeesCreativeHandsCrochet3 күн бұрын
Glad it was helpful!❤️❤️❤️
@mightbebatman36595 күн бұрын
I'm so glad you shared this.
@JacquieTransou4 күн бұрын
Thanks for your honest opinion. I generally like Premier yarn better than most lion brands.
@DeesCreativeHandsCrochet3 күн бұрын
I've been having better luck with the other brands lately too! 🥰
@suelupfer57415 күн бұрын
So sorry you had a bad experience with it. Creative Grandma did a tutorial and pattern (Purple Rain) and it’s beautiful! I got some and didn’t experience roughness. Are all the cakes you bought the same? Maybe it was a mess up. I would let Lion Brand know.
@DeesCreativeHandsCrochet5 күн бұрын
Never thought of that 🤔But Mama G had the same problem with the Burgundy.
@jolenelarson4694 күн бұрын
Interesting! I'm on my fourth cake and all feels fine to me. I'm doing the blanket you mentioned but I had to order more. I really hope I don't get a rough batch. 😕
@charlenecrochetcorner7894 күн бұрын
Money is to hard to come by and to get crappy yarn now a days. NO WAY, SEND IT BACK. AND I APPRECIATE YOUR HONESTY. I CANT AFFORD TO WASTE MY MONEY.
@simone-clairehunter48864 күн бұрын
I've been trying to decide between the 2 yarns for awhile now, looking at special offers, reviews etc and this has finally made my mind up. Thank you so much for your honest review, it's just what I needed. Premier for me! Have a wonderful Christmas x
@sharonmccallum97893 күн бұрын
Thank you for the information. Good, though evaluation 😮 12:20
@DeesCreativeHandsCrochet3 күн бұрын
Glad I could help! Merry Christmas ⛄⛄🎁🎁❤️
@ljbj42 күн бұрын
thx for your honesty! I would return the whole box and buy the premier! 😊
@DeesCreativeHandsCrochet2 күн бұрын
That’s what I’m doing!
@Patti3313 күн бұрын
Thank you so much, I was just looking at these, glad I didn't waste my money 😊
@DeesCreativeHandsCrochet3 күн бұрын
You're welcome! I'm glad I could help.❤️
@hookthatyarn4 күн бұрын
Beautiful squares in pink 💗💗💗. Thank you, I was looking at the mandala ombre yarn the other day thanks for the review. In general I love the mandala yarns in the dk weight sorry you wasted your money 🫤
@DeesCreativeHandsCrochet4 күн бұрын
Thanks for the support! It's so disappointing, right? 😞😞😞
@hookthatyarn4 күн бұрын
@ it really is 😓 but on the plus side you have some beautiful premier yarns to create with🥰🥰
@beverlyfowler16285 күн бұрын
Me too, Dee. I have been wrapping gifts most of the day.
@KjRasberry4 күн бұрын
I don't care for LB either. The colors are tempting but waaaay too rough. I've not tried premier yet.
@DeesCreativeHandsCrochet3 күн бұрын
The Premier Gradient is so much nicer. ❤️
@carlatrabert30474 күн бұрын
I've never used the premier everyday worsted gradient yarn, but have to say I'm looking forward to getting some after watching your video .... I went to premier's website and looked this yarn up, and saw that they now have a black gradient :) Personally, after everything you explained, I'd send the Lionbrand back and spend that money on the black gradient yarn from premier!! Good Luck and thanks for your honest evaluation!
@DeesCreativeHandsCrochet4 күн бұрын
You are going to love it!! ❤️
@KKemperCheesebrew5 күн бұрын
Thanks for the heads up Dee! I appreciate your honesty!!!
@mamaggear4 күн бұрын
Gurl, I can't wait to try the Premier. The first few LB gradients I bought were OK. But the next ones I bought to finish my blanket were incredibly Blotchy. I didn't think it was that rough but then again I haven't tried the premier yet. It's definitely thicker than a #4. Hey, send me a burgandy so i can finish my blanket LOL
@DeesCreativeHandsCrochet4 күн бұрын
You are going to love the Premier! It's SO much better!
@pinkopal11955 күн бұрын
Thank you for sharing your experience with this yarn.
@DiannasHomestead4 күн бұрын
Thanks for sharing 👍🏼
@gannijo4 күн бұрын
WOW! Thank you for sharing your experience 💜
@KimsKloset20224 күн бұрын
Appreciate your honesty. Thank You for your sharing your thoughts! ❤
@DeesCreativeHandsCrochet3 күн бұрын
I'm glad it's helpful! 🥰
@barbboran45672 күн бұрын
I love your granny square patterns. Is there a written pattern. Thank you
@DeesCreativeHandsCrochetКүн бұрын
There is a tutorial. Adore Crea Crochet - big beautiful flower ❤️
@hillbillyheavenWV3 күн бұрын
Thank you for your honest opinion❣️ I appreciate honest opinions here because I’m disabled & live in the sticks in WV & I have no craft stores or even a Walmart within an hour & a half away, so I have to order all my yarn online. Because different companies have different thicknesses for their weights, it’s nice to know which is thicker or thinner & softer, etc… I tend to like the thicker yarns & the softness can often be fixed just by rinsing the project in cold water & I like to soak mine in Downy softener. Also often the colors that I end up receiving aren’t even close to what they look like on the sellers website. I have tried several different brands from several different companies & find that each company seems to have some good products & some not so good products. Just my own personal experience & I am not rich & only use yarn I can machine wash & dry… because I have nowhere to lay an afghan flat to dry??? Nor do I wish to try to handwash & try to lay flat to dry an afghan? Thank you so much for this info❣️
@DeesCreativeHandsCrochet3 күн бұрын
Thanks for the info. I'm going to try the downy on this when I finish it. I don't have time or money to order different yarn to restart this blanket, so I'm struggling through.♥️♥️
@hillbillyheavenWV2 күн бұрын
@ I understand, been there done that!
@mp-rv8gu4 күн бұрын
I have to say I 100 percent agree! I bought it when I first came out made my granddaughter a beautiful poncho. The colors are absolutely gorgeous but to stitch with it I itch like crazy it’s fuzzy and just not a fan. I thought maybe it was the nylon. Well I seen it on sale4.99 at Joanne’s which I should have known better because their shipping and payment is a hot mess. Anyways!! I ordered a bunch figured 4.99 I could just deal with the nonsense 100 down the drain the colors were not as vibrant as the first order it was more a powdered down color. It’s a shame I liked these colors because a lot of their options have the same color ways over and over again. So I switched out to the perfect phasing by Bernat I’m not a bulky crocheter but now I’m in a time crunch for the kids blankets.
@DeesCreativeHandsCrochet4 күн бұрын
Such a disappointment ‼️ I've used Mandala many times. I didn't expect such a huge difference ❤️❤️❤️
@starsembroidery81024 күн бұрын
Hi how are you doing today .your video just pop up on the screen and I am watching it .I like your shop. I also knit and crochet and I am volintiering on youtub from fast 3 years. Hahahahah Just a jock I have a channel and i do all kind of knitting and crochet which makes me happy but I havn't got pany from my work. I don't know why i brought my problems here but you know what I find you as a kind friend so i share my story.
@DeesCreativeHandsCrochet4 күн бұрын
Much Love my friend ❤️
@vickibreaux26244 күн бұрын
I tried the Lion Brand Jeans yarn and it was the worst yarn to crochet with. I will not be buying this yarn again. Thank you for your review of this yarn.
@DeesCreativeHandsCrochet4 күн бұрын
It's just not worth the struggle 😓😓😓
@brfny70023 күн бұрын
I’ve used that yarn, but I use it with other yarn to make baskets so I never noticed any issues. Sorry, it did not turn out how you hoped ❤
@DeesCreativeHandsCrochet3 күн бұрын
That's a great idea! It's so sad that it didn't work out the way I hoped. 😭
@mnmarsch2 сағат бұрын
I agree, I got the burgundy and half my cake was wasted because there was dark blotches in the lightest shade
@nas_a03074 күн бұрын
I've literally just finished a beanie with the Lion Brand Mandala sparkle and I hate the feel and look of it worked up. First and last time I'll ever use this yarn
@DeesCreativeHandsCrochet4 күн бұрын
Exactly ‼️❤️
@ashleydanielle11184 күн бұрын
Hi Dee! I’m new to your channel and I must say those squares are beautiful! I’m sorry you had that experience. I recently purchased 6 cakes 3 yellow and 3 of the green/olive color. They were soft and worked up really nicely colors transitioned really well... I wonder if you tried a different color would that make a difference. Maybe something was off with the dye. Anyway love your channel!
@DeesCreativeHandsCrochet4 күн бұрын
Thanks for the info. I'll try one of the other colors. Maybe you're right 🤔
@michelegarbowski41374 күн бұрын
Good to know Dee! Anyway you could return it
@DeesCreativeHandsCrochet4 күн бұрын
I'm going to try that!
@louloustreasuretrove21225 күн бұрын
Hi Dee 😊I am happy that I have never tried Lion Brand gradient yarns before, but I am happy to hear your review first. Love you bunches ❤❤❤
@DeesCreativeHandsCrochet5 күн бұрын
I’m glad I could save you some money! ❤️
@karenwoodward72914 күн бұрын
Interesting. I love the Herschners Afghan yarn that is a 2 weight and drapes so nicely. Is still very warm in the afghans I've made even though lightweight. H. has some nice kits with it.
@deborahm44844 күн бұрын
Hi Dee I just found you .gosh that's awful to pay all that money and be so disappointed.i like soft yarn not too thick.you should get in touch with the company.i subscribed thanks for sharing with us.💝💝💝
@DeesCreativeHandsCrochet4 күн бұрын
Thanks for subbing! Yeah that's my next move for sure ❤️❤️
@LoriWallis5 күн бұрын
Thx for the valuable review/information, Dee❣️ Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year to you & yours, you lovely gal🤗🌹
@DeesCreativeHandsCrochet5 күн бұрын
Thanks so much! You too! ❤️
@45beetle4 күн бұрын
I have never been a fan of mandala yarn I love premier basix but I will try the new cakes maybe you can find some ladies at a rest home that can use it
@helenrieck23433 күн бұрын
I am sure you can return the yarn!! Thank you for sharing!!
@DeesCreativeHandsCrochet3 күн бұрын
Yes, I am returning it for sure. ♥️
@stephanielaakson89604 күн бұрын
Good Morning! Where is the yarn manufactured? I've noticed that overall I'm happier with yarns manufactured in USA and Turkey rather than China. And I agree that consistency in yarn sizing is Horrible these days!!!! Have a fabulous today, Steph😁
@DeesCreativeHandsCrochet4 күн бұрын
China I knew it ‼️‼️
@dlkohio15 күн бұрын
Dee u might what to hand wash one the black squares, it may fade in color if it’s already doing it. Just thinking!!!! Plus I’m using the gradient I win from u. Making slippers. Thanks for sharing.
@MichelleM07045 күн бұрын
Thanks for the heads up. I bought 1 cake in 3 different colors: teal, burgundy, & purple at Walmart for about $6 per cake. I thought I'd make slippers for my kids and liked the nylon content in it for slippers. I haven't used it much, just a few rounds. When I started with the first one I noticed that it was really thick and the cake seemed to disappear really quick. I was only using DC, not a yarn eating stitch. I also found the yarn to be rough. I liked it so much that I put it away and worked on other projects. I agreed with you about it being more like a 4½-5 weight. I may still try to make slippers for Epiphany gifts, but I'll do it with a different yarn.
@DeesCreativeHandsCrochet5 күн бұрын
Yeah I was shocked at how fast it went!
@karenlombardi82422 күн бұрын
I love Premier yarn over all others. I use at least one Mandala when I make my 6 stranded baskets because they have a grip and sturdiness to them. But garments or blankets have a weird feel and drape. That’s too bad - those were some very pretty colors.
@DeesCreativeHandsCrochetКүн бұрын
I totally agree 💯
@jerrianngordillo-marty1614 күн бұрын
Thank you for sharing your opinion on the yarn ❤
@DeesCreativeHandsCrochet4 күн бұрын
You are so welcome! Ugh
@richter3235 күн бұрын
I bought a cake at Walmart (blue). I made a hat with it. My husband absolutely loves it. I wonder if the roughness is the coloring. I would definitely talk to Lion Brand. The cake is not right.
@paulamyint71235 күн бұрын
Holy cow. I ordered the Lion Brand Mandala too. I have not used it yet. I wonder if it is the colour that is making it rougher. I have found that darker yarns are rougher. Just my experience. Love and light to you. And thanks for the review.
@DeesCreativeHandsCrochet5 күн бұрын
I'll let you know. I'm going to try a different one ❤
@JoannThomson-s1f4 күн бұрын
I have noticed with several brands, the darker colors are thicker, and blotchy.
@DeesCreativeHandsCrochet4 күн бұрын
I don't understand this at all. I have tons of Mandala. Smh
@toscatattertail98134 күн бұрын
Before I invest in a large quantity of a yarn (i have never used) i go to a store and buy a cake, work with it, and see if it hits more than 3/5 of my Yarn-ick buttons. Send back any unopened packages and unused cakes for a refund OR do like i do and pass it off to a friend how LOVES to crochet but can't afford an actual yarn stash. I have noticed that Acrylics are not as soft as they used to be, they are also not as malleable so they cause my arthritis and carpal tunnel disorder to act up, and have been off my "acceptable in a pinch" list for a while. Blotches are where the yarn took up the dye unevenly, something you see in the newer acrylic yarn across the board. The black is wound looser than the pink, you can tell by how fluffy the yarn is.
@DeesCreativeHandsCrochet4 күн бұрын
I plan on checking into returning it. I've used Mandala before and didn't expect such a difference. I'm a yarn dyer and get the blotchiness. But I personally go back and redye . Ugh what a disappointment ❤️❤️❤️
@donabell59355 күн бұрын
Hi Dee, I’m sorry you got crappy yarn. The premier yarn is pretty nice yarn. I would like to make a blanket with the same squares you are using. Is there a pattern for the squares? Have a good evening. 🧶🙂
@DeesCreativeHandsCrochet5 күн бұрын
Yes it's on Adore Crea Crochet. It's called the Big Beautiful Flower. I did add 4 rounds Ty ❤
@donabell59355 күн бұрын
Thank you! Can’t wait to start it. 💕
@donabell59354 күн бұрын
Hi Dee I went to the premier yarn website. Was going to order some of their gradient yarn and I saw that they had it in black tones. Is this what you wanted for your blanket you’re making?
@StellasMom5 күн бұрын
Thanks Dee for being honest in your opinion. I have also had issues with the same yarn. I had to stop using it because it was irritating my hands so much. Love you Dee 💕
@mp-rv8gu4 күн бұрын
Yes I was itchy thought maybe the nylon but have never had a reaction like this to non wool yarn.
@cynthiaj52965 күн бұрын
I just made a poncho and a hat out of this. I didn't like it either. The person I made the project for picked it out. Won't use it again.
@motherstation3 күн бұрын
I've been disappointed by Lion for a variety of reasons over the years. Red Heart too. I've always preferred Caron (although they're always a little thinner than labeled - kind of annoying, but the yarn is always nice) and Bernat (kind of expensive, but gorgeous yarns!), but I just discovered Premier this year. Woah, talk about striking gold! I've been buying Premier exclusively for months now, and I haven't been disappointed yet. The colors are breath-taking, the selection is mind-blowing, the prices can't be beat, and the gauge has been on point every time! I might not go back to other brands, unless there's a color I can't find in Premier. Otherwise, I don't see a reason to gamble. PS I'm not paid by them either. I just believe when you find something good, you want to share it with the world!
@DeesCreativeHandsCrochet2 күн бұрын
Premier is definitely worth checking out! ❤️
@rosehunter97584 күн бұрын
Have you tried JoAnns Big twist yarn? It is my personal favorite! Sorry you went through that!
@DeesCreativeHandsCrochet4 күн бұрын
Yes I use it all the time ❤❤
@jeanloehrke4354 күн бұрын
Bummer…I’m now receiving 14 skeins of this yarn in the blue and purple….I love the mandala yarn and didn’t even think there’d be an issue with it…well, I’ll find out.
@DeesCreativeHandsCrochet4 күн бұрын
Maybe a different color will be different. I'm getting ready to work with the green. Wish me luck ❤️❤️❤️
@gemsbyanastasia4 күн бұрын
Good lookin out Dee!!!!
@pamstarr65705 күн бұрын
Thank you for sharing 😊😊😊❤❤❤❤❤
@colleenk31683 күн бұрын
Hello Dee, love all your advice. I want to crochet a man’s sweater for a beloved friend, and would like to know what your options are about what yarn I should use, thank you kindly happy holidays
@DeesCreativeHandsCrochet3 күн бұрын
Definitely something softer than this. It depends on how much you want to spend. Let me know and I'll help guide you.❤️❤️❤️
@rabbitlovesraven4 күн бұрын
Lion Brand used to be the go to "high quality" yarn that people who made things to sell would buy (before all the indie brands that have come out in the last 20 years or so) and in the last 10 years I've noticed that they have been more about quantity of products than their quality... There are so many of their products that are tried and true staples that have been around for decades and then there are some of the new things that are just *meh* and not worth buying enough to finish a project and when you do start a product with it it's hard to dye lot match, and even when you match lots the colors don't match (make that make sense). I've always loved Red Heart and they have some amazing products; but I'm liking some of the new brands like Premier (at least it's newer to me) and the Big Twist yarns at Joann that are WAY better than some of the brands that have been around for ages because they are about quality instead of quantity of their product.
@DeesCreativeHandsCrochet4 күн бұрын
Exactly ❤❤❤
@MistyAlago5 күн бұрын
Yep, and the mandala sparkle has splotches all thru out?? And I was making a hat n scarf set for my granddaughter. So disappointing.
@patd.33684 күн бұрын
first time i have seen your channel...awesome critique....there's too much of these quality changes going on...have subscribed!!!
@DeesCreativeHandsCrochet4 күн бұрын
Right?! It’s so annoying! 😂 I'm glad you like my videos. 😘
@RG-yf3uj5 күн бұрын
TFS Dee. Glad you did bc I was wondering LBs version. How frustrating. Can you return it?
@DeesCreativeHandsCrochet5 күн бұрын
I'm going to check into it. We will see.❤️
@RG-yf3uj4 күн бұрын
@DeesCreativeHandsCrochet Oh good 🙂🤞🏼
@antoinettelasseigne32165 күн бұрын
I so agree, Premier is wayyyyy better!
@mommaknowsbestakagwen40284 күн бұрын
Thank you Dee
@marylincote98555 күн бұрын
Ok I've gotta ask. I just noticed that beautiful cardigan behind you 😍 Is there any info on it? Thanks for letting us know about the yarn, good to know 👍
@DeesCreativeHandsCrochet5 күн бұрын
Are you talking about the Hippie Dippy Cardigan on the mannequin next to me. It's my own pattern but I do show how to make things similar in my hippie dippy tote tutorial. If that helps ❤️❤️❤️❤️
@marylincote98555 күн бұрын
@DeesCreativeHandsCrochet Yes that's the one. Thank you, I will look for that video ❤️
@DeniseECrochetandYarnAddict5 күн бұрын
I bought some of that and when I worked with it, my arms and hands were itchy, they didn't get red, but it's hard to crochet when you are constantly having to stop and scratch your arms and hands. Don't know if you know, but Premier Gradient does have a black tones.
@DeesCreativeHandsCrochet5 күн бұрын
No I'm going to go look ty ❤️❤️🤔
@terriescales21424 күн бұрын
Thanks for letting us know
@tatmoma735 күн бұрын
Is the black the only color you have worked with ? I wonder if the dye makes it feel different. I’ve worked with the Lion Brand gradient in a few different colors and not had any of those issues it is an acrylic/nylon blend . I already knew it was on the thick side due to videos by Creative Grandma. I’ve not bought any of the premier gradient yet I’m not a huge fan of thinner yarns so that’s probably one I won’t rush to buy knowing it’s more of a dk. I’m sorry you had such a negative experience tho. I happen to really like that yarn you hate .
@DeesCreativeHandsCrochet5 күн бұрын
Mama G had the same problems with the Burgundy. Not a fan ❤️❤️❤️
@tatmoma735 күн бұрын
@ hmm 🤔 that’s weird let me know if you decide to get rid of it
@Crochetqueen65925 күн бұрын
Thx for the 411 dee!
@colleenk31683 күн бұрын
Sorry I forgot to mention one that won’t snap as easily
@LisaT_5 күн бұрын
OY! Wouldn’t be so bad if it was just one thing that was wrong with it but there’s too many things wrong with it. I don’t like thick yarn either. I was the same way when Joanne’s came out with that big twist Rave. It kept felting on me. It was supposed to be, I think l, a five and it turned out to be some spots were almost like a three some were like a super bulky 6 to 7 and it would just break. It was awful. But the fact that you could only get two squares that’s just ridiculous.
@DeesCreativeHandsCrochet5 күн бұрын
Ugh not a fan at all❤️
@jjnewcomer47454 күн бұрын
You go ma ma ❤❤
@fel9445 күн бұрын
Hii dee so sorry about the yarns thank you for the information ❤❤
@ridaallen34733 күн бұрын
So you were happy that the premier is marked as a 4 but looks more like a DK but you're UNhappy that the lion is marked as a 4 and is more like a 4.5. I understand you don't like it's thicker than it's marked but...? Both are marked wrong for their size. So of course a larger size is going to make less for the cake than a smaller size yarn. Not sure why that's a surprise. I used the lion brand for a blanket and I agree, it's not the softest yarn, but once it washes I'm sure it's going to be fine. I didn't have any blotchiness, but I didn't buy any of the dark colors, so maybe that's where the issues were. The blanket I made was for a kid, so I think the Lion will hold up better. (I bought my Lion brand yarn on sale, half off, so I didn't actually pay $8.99 and nor should anyone else. Everyone should buy on sale!)
@DeesCreativeHandsCrochet3 күн бұрын
Yes both sizes are off but I thought they would at least be close in size. I hope washing it does make it softer. I'm finishing the blanket with another color now. It's not as blotchy but still killing my hands. Definitely not my favorite ‼️
@ridaallen34733 күн бұрын
@@DeesCreativeHandsCrochet But who is to blame for the difference in size? Which brand? Both are off, so why blame one brand over the other? I'll be interested to see if one holds up better over the other, because sometimes the softer yarn doesn't wear as well. But I hear you, the Lion brand isn't nice to work with, and I'm glad my blanket was for a kid and didn't take forever to finish!
@angieh30365 күн бұрын
You should get ahold of them and tell them this. I felt the same way, and it’s sad as much money as we spend on yarn
@MzzMonicaM5 күн бұрын
Tyfs 😊😊😊
@yolandaperkins62914 күн бұрын
Aw man, thats too bad 😞 it looked pretty too
@DeesCreativeHandsCrochet3 күн бұрын
Ikr ugh
@tressapet4 күн бұрын
Ive noticed the same in the weight differences that you had mentioned earlier in the video. Worsted doesn't feel like worsted to me either. It does feel more like a DK weight and doesn't seem to match together with any other worsted brands
@tressapet4 күн бұрын
Premier brand that is..feels thinner than the worsted weight than it says it is ?
@DeesCreativeHandsCrochet3 күн бұрын
I agree! It's definitely not consistent. ❤️
@ariellasmakeup77095 күн бұрын
Crystal mentioned not liking it either, just fyi when she was reviewing the premier one ❤
@DeesCreativeHandsCrochet5 күн бұрын
Oh ok glad I'm not the only one ❤
@sallystevens29474 күн бұрын
Hi Dee! I really can't see the blotches, but I know you aren't kidding. Return it. You have good cause. Take good care!❤
@denyselee75845 күн бұрын
Did you contact lion brand?
@DeesCreativeHandsCrochet5 күн бұрын
No Mama G had the same problem with the Burgundy. Not a fan ❤
@denyselee75845 күн бұрын
@DeesCreativeHandsCrochet but if you don't let them know there is an issue how are they supposed to solve it
@JoannThomson-s1f4 күн бұрын
New to you. ❤ Love you and your content.
@DeesCreativeHandsCrochet4 күн бұрын
Thank you so much! 🥰
@janetdixon19255 күн бұрын
That's a LOT of cons. Too bad that burgundy was pretty. Will they not take them back?
@DeesCreativeHandsCrochet5 күн бұрын
I haven't contacted them yet. But I definitely will ♥️
@nataki87763 күн бұрын
thanks for the warning, i almost asked for some of these for a christmas gift
@DeesCreativeHandsCrochet3 күн бұрын
You’re welcome! ❤️
@janvandorn49764 күн бұрын
Call your source and get a pre-paid return label. Don't waste that much$$
@DeesCreativeHandsCrochet3 күн бұрын
Exactly ‼️♥️
@maryb68725 күн бұрын
Oh noooo....a couple of days ago I ordered an afghan kit with this yarn. The kits were on sale so at least I didn't pay full price. I don't know if I should just return it or tough it out and work with it. It's too late to cancel my order, too. :(
@DeesCreativeHandsCrochet4 күн бұрын
Oh no, I'm so sorry! 😥 It doesn't drape well either ‼️ What a disappointment 😞
@maryb68724 күн бұрын
an@@DeesCreativeHandsCrochet Thanks Dee.
@the-painted-quilter5 күн бұрын
Can you send the Lion brand back? I would definitely try