Yarn Snob Reviews Lion Brand x JOANN Summer Yarns [Two 10/10 Hook Ratings? ARE YOU SERIOUS??!!]

I took a quick trip to my local JOANN and I stumbled up 8 new summer yarns from Lion Brand. I'm sharing what I loved, what I hated, and what now has a permanent home in my yarn stash.
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[@camille4574]

Credit to Lion, they're one of the few big box brands that really make an effort to do something different. I really enjoy the variety in their range!

[@love4theages]

OMG STAAAAHHHHP making me buy things, lol! 😂 If you don't already get sponsorships, somebody at Lion Brand better sit up and take notice.

[@teresaandrusz]

LOL! Agreed. If I buy another skein before I finish more projects, my hubby will whelp a kangaroo. :)

[@karenlombardi8242]

Tell me about it !!! LOL - every time I see one of her reviews, something falls into an online cart somewhere :) Love her!

[@Mythical4227]

She does get sponsored! Now she does at least, but honestly same. My crochet coin purse hurts. That was a bad attempt at replacing “my wallet hurts”.

[@HELENGodLoves]

The "STAAAAHHHHP"... LOL

[@grandmalovesmebest]

@@HELENGodLoves that says it all doesn't it?!😂 it's true, you can never have enough yarn. All us girls need to get that in writing and signed by our boyfriends before we marry them!😁

[@kayenicholson2225]

Wow. Love that you sound like you're talking with me, a good friend, though we've never actually met. Easy. Clear. No hard sell. Up beat. Helpful. Makes me believe I could do it and I NEED most of this yarn!

[@lindacornelius3451]

Thank you, this is great to see the the yarn

[@gingerfoxx1476]

I love how detailed and well thought out your yarn critiques are. A nice balance if personal preference and technical analysis. Regardless if our opinions jive or differ, I enjoy the amount of effort and thought they are given. Keep up the great work.

[@michellecox5543]

Agreed. Very professional, yet personal presentation. I love her voice also. So soothing.

[@superdupe1]

I literally paused the video to go pick up comfy cotton-fetti

[@darthbek]

Ok, I just gotta say, I found you when I first started crocheting a couple months ago, and I 100% trust your taste in yarn. You've never steered me wrong, and by god, I love tunisian crochet better than regular. I just wish I could order some now, but I'm moving, and don't know when! lol.

[@heatherv3417]

Can I just tell you how much I appreciate these reviews? I live in a rural area and the nearest Joann is 3 hours away. That means I can only get things online so I can’t check anything out before I buy it. These reviews are soooooo helpful, thank you so much!!

[@catnapcrochetsandgames4479]

The Mandla Watercolor is my favorite yarn. I been having my eye on the pink one.

[@kimquinn7728]

I just purchased 3 cakes of skyway and its beautiful. Also, the Mandala ombre in Mantra. Lovely.

[@ForeverStill2379]

I'm working on a sweater made out of the Quarry color pattern and it's honestly my new favorite yarn. I'm going to have to snap up Wild Pansy the next time I'm in Jo-Ann's.

[@gymcraftlaundry7722]

I honestly never imagined I would become addicted to watching yarn reviews and I’ve been crocheting for over 30 years lol.

[@stretchpony1086]

Toni, those deep jewel tones for the Date Night are on Lion Brand’s web site. I love your reviews. Keep em’ coming!

[@ghostmochi6255]

That Mandala water colors is the yarn of my DREAMS! WHERE HAS IT BEEN ALL MY LIFE!?!?!

[@susanlee5217]

Ghost Mochi somewhere that u didn’t see

[@Julescelt01]

"Incredibly bouncy, making it more fun to squish"! Is my new way to evaluate yarn!

[@MGK-je8lf]

I’m so happy you tube recommended this video. Your review style is fantastic. Loved watching and listening! Subscribed! Thank you!

[@dpreeper]

I tend to watch KZbin pretty much all day as I carry on with everything else I do. It's the background noise of my life. I'm really about half-watching... or less. But I was completely absorbed in your reviews and completely stopped being productive. So, I had to take some time to tell you how fantastic and complete your reviews were. You showed and told me pretty much everything I needed/wanted to know about these yarns and you were completely engaging. Thanks for some real quality edu-tainment!

[@knittedbywhitney]

Hey Tony, I would love to see a review of the most popular yarns from Knit Picks! I'm thinking Wool of the Andes, Palette, City Tweed (one of my ultimate fave yarns!), Stroll (another deliciously soft yarn), Dishie cotton, Hawthorne, etc. They also have some cool specialty yarns like Lindy Chain, Fable Fur, Wonderfluff, and Shine (cotton and modal).

[@AdelBeautyCon]

YES!!!

[@gwen9728]

That is a really good idea! Maybe also Chroma worsted too!

[@janet3769]

what a fantastic teacher you are! I loved the foundation crochet tip. I've never used it before, but now I'm in love! Thanks so much -

[@LizzLizz]

As a brand new crocheter. I would love to see a video from you where you dive in to what the different levels of yarn mean, what they are best used for making, etc. Also the different materials yarn is made from. Is more acrylic better for some projects than others? I know I can google this, but you are so good at describing things. I feel like I would get more from you, than reading.

[@crochettecafe8828]

Hi LizzLizz, I'm aware this has been awhile. Can I suggest you enrol in the #Crochet Academy. Toni is dealing with your requests in it. It started yesterday. Good Luck

[@crochettecafe8828]

#CrochetAcademy by TL Yarns Crafts

[@awyff]

Thank you so much for your advice. I am 23 and have taught myself to crochet from youtube and rely heavily on youtube creators for patterns/advice etc. THANK YOU !! ❤

[@MarquitasKnottyCrush]

I love love that you demo the work up on hooks💕 which is sooo important. Also, you recommend a hook choice with the yarn. You're the Best! We Love you Toni!

[@cherriisqushii77]

I am loving that lion brand is stepping up their yarn game. I am in love with the replay yarn. I love a tencel yarn so much. I also in madly in love with the mandala cake yarn. I am ordering it to make it Into the veronica cardi

[@n.v.b2]

The first Cotton Blend yarn would look great knitted in plain stockinette stitch. The Confetti yarn and Watercolors both are so beautiful!

[@tinahairston6383]

I definitely want to try the Watercolors, the Pima and the Comfy Cotton-fetti.

[@kayenicholson2225]

I love the yarn spinner. Do you ever talk about it, stitches, and needles?

[@sheilahakun9418]

I have a yarn spinner like that. I got it from Amazon. Mine is a Chiao Goo product. I love it and bought one for my daughter also.

[@irisayala3497]

Oh, but remember, Joann always has coupons like 40 and 50% off the regular price or 20-25% off the total price. And Lion Brand has great coupons too on their website once you sign up like 25-35% off total order. I just grabbed Truboo yarn (100% bamboo yarn with a sheen!) to make the Sweetpea Top on Lion Brand for 25% off just for spinning the wheel to get a discount code. So, never pay full price. Thank Toni for the yarn reviews. Can't wait to shop again for my next project.

[@touchedbyfire99]

Your yarn reviews are awesome - so informative and entertaining too! So glad I found your channel!

[@lee-annsmith8566]

Toni, your reviews are the BEST! After watching, I always feel prepared when I go yarn shopping 💜

[@shinygreensparkles]

I'm always pleased when new natural fiber yarns come out - the pima cotton and the cotton/linen combo yarn make me happy!

[@elizabethtaylor8366]

I’m new to knitting, and need this pertinent information, and enjoy your reviews. Thank you so much!

[@sandysmith9307]

Hi Toni -- So appreciate your yarn reviews!! So often you don't know whether to try a new yarn when there are no reviews out there for it! Your honesty and enthusiasm is so refreshing! Keep the reviews coming! Just bought your pattern for the Rochester Pullover and got some Lion Brand Heartland yarn as I didn't want any wool - too hot for me even in winter! Can't wait to start that, but need to wait for weather here (CT)to cool down a bit!! Thanks again!!

[@motherrobin2]

Even if I didn't crochet, I would watch your channel just for your humorous delivery. But your recs are da bomb! Wouldn't have known about any of those yarns if not for you! Thanks!!

[@lindaney390]

Thank you. I love your introductions to new yarn, and I use them when trying new yarns. Your opinions are a great help when deciding how to spend my yarn allowance.

[@sandybell3695]

This is the most thorough, well-done yarn review I've ever seen! I LOVE that you try Tunisian as well as regular crochet. I can't wait to try the last 2!!

[@grannysquared7140]

I saw the date nights in gold made up in a "body con" dress on Bag-O-Day's channel. she really loves the gold color

[@anm121995]

This was a nice video to take a break from work. I love these videos its nice to hear reviews of a variety of yarns

[@stephaniefricke7679]

I love and appreciate your reviews! They are really in depth and I learn about other brands and items when you compare them to your other favs.

[@SheTriedItYT]

I looooooove your yarn reviews!!! 😍🤣😂 your honestly is a breath of fresh air. I am BY NO MEANS a yarn snob. But your reviews really help me with what to look for when im yarn shopping. Thank you sooo much!! And i cant wait to see your smaller accessory patterns!!!

[@lindsypenney3064]

Your yarn reviews are THE BEST! You provide all the necessary facts about the yarn, show us how it works up, and give your straight forward opinion! You’ve definitely sold me on some of the yarns you’ve reviewed. THANK YOU 💜

[@indoomitably]

I started crocheting a few weeks ago and your channel has been so helpful! I love your yarn reviews because they give such a clear explanation not only of the pros and cons of the yarns but also what drives your preferences and what may make others prefer yarns you’re not so into.

[@lindashanahan4848]

The cotton fetti really caught my eye, thank you so much for doing these reviews...so informative!!

[@helenfrost3689]

Thank you Thank you! You have put the spark in crocheting again. I’ve crocheted since I was young and got burned out but looking at these yarns and colors Wow. Love the last two yarn choices. Can’t wait to buy these yarns and crochet. Also got the lazy Susan yarn holder! 🙃

[@those0n3kidds]

I know this video came out two weeks ago but I keep re-watching it because I love your yarn/crochet product reviews so much. I get so excited whenever I see a new video from you. You are such an inspiration to me as a fairly new (but very passionate) crocheter, and you are so so talented.

[@sheryl7837]

This is the second yarn review of yours I have viewed. I cannot tell you how fun and informative I find your reviews! You are a delight to listen to, obviously very experienced and knowledgeable both about yarns but all things crochet. Thank you for taking the time to share this info. I subscribed the very first time. I’ve already purchased some of the Mandala Watercolor yarn. Thank you!

[@cindaladahling1706]

Love your detailed reviews! Thanks for the tip on how to avoid color-pooling. Also, seeing the visual comparison of the one of the yarns to a similar one from another brand was helpful. Glad I found your channel!

[@sakurasu907]

Thank you for a thorough, honest review. Love your style! 😃

[@kaylaparrish8602]

I just started crocheting and starting widening my horizons regarding knitting and it's really nice hearing you talk about the different yarns :)

[@leopardontheprowl]

I've been binge watching your reviews, I really like your style, accent, critiques and production. I just wish we could get more of these yarns in the UK! C'mon Lion Brand! Share the love!

[@adeleb7753]

They are all beautiful... my fav is the linen/cotton blend...perfect for a sun hat :))

[@gracecovington7245]

I enjoy watching these videos while crocheting. It really helps me when I am planning my next project.

[@Halfbloodprincesss8]

Idk why it took me so long to stumble across this channel but damn I’m hooked. Your voice is pleasant to listen to without making me fall asleep, the video was informative and funny. Definitely going to watch all your other videos now 😀

[@portraitsandpastimes]

I really love your reviews. They are the best!! My favorite part is when you suggest items that yarns would be good for. Keep 'em comin'!!

[@imkelucius7862]

I love how thorough you are in the way you critique the yarn. Even the “negative” aspects of the yarn can be a positive to some people and you mention that as well. I love both tunesian crochet pieces you did in this video. I need that mandala yarn in my life. It screams dress to me

[@AntisocialAuntie]

I just found your channel a week ago and now am going through your older videos. Thank you for doing these! I'm a knitter trying to figure out crochet and your info on some yarns don't work with your hook has helped give me hope instead of frustration! Lots of love!

[@giacomomontanari4985]

I love your reviews, would you mind to do one for hobbii yarns? It's an online shop based in the Denmark, but I know they ship to the US also (and it's a bit more easily available to us EU folks than lion brand or red heart)

[@barryeylle9760]

she just did!

[@alib1255]

Your videos are so helpful! Your reviews help me when shopping so I don’t waste time or money! I discovered that I’m also a yarn snob! You’re an inspiration to us all!!

[@daniwaters7821]

Really enjoy your descriptive detail of the yarns color, texture and value. You are so entertaining. I am a new fan. You sparked up my yarn joy. Thank you Toni

[@ktfflan4278]

I really enjoyed your video. Your reviews were honest and informative. You touched on all aspects and that was very helpful. Thanks again.

[@Cathy-xi8cb]

Another terrific review! This woman is able to keep me watching through the whole thing, and she explains her opinions clearly. Just when I thought I could stop buying more yarn....

[@accidentalaerialist371]

These are so helpful! After years of trying to crochet and buying all the wrong yard - finally learning the right stuff!

[@cindyschott4404]

I would love to try the Pima Cotton. The Manadala looks interesting also.

[@knittedwarbler]

You have such a beautiful voice, I could watch your videos all day!

[@mevsv6103]

Just discovered your reviews thanks to KZbin. Great info, pleasant voice, very fun and friendly! Thanks to you, and your momma, for being you!

[@gulfgirl54]

I stumbled upon your videos and I'll echo what others have said: they are excellent. Not repetitive, very informational, and I love that you do a swatch that we can see. I mostly knit, but I do also crochet. I especially enjoy Tunisian crochet, so thank you for displaying that stitch. Currently trying to work through my ridiculous stash, but I just may have to try one of these!!

[@anotherperson565]

I think you are the only KZbin I've subscribe to after watching only one video. I like how you describe the yarns and make it so easy to understand what you are saying about them! I'm trying not to let my stash get out of hand, so watching reviews like this is going to really help me reign-in my impulse buying next time I go looking for some more yarns

[@EdiHooks0519]

I love love love that you review the plant babies! I love crocheting and spinning in cellulose fibers and they don't get a lot of love but are so soft with more work and wear plus, the stitch definition sends me to the moon! I'm still hunting for a new cotton brand and your reviews help me narrow my search. I'm indecisive and driving myself nuts. Thanks!

[@FugalVoice]

Wow Mandala is beautiful. Watching back through these review views now that I’ve had experience with various types of yarn and can recognize these in stores. So glad you have done so many of these!!! Also, two 10/10 hook ratings in one video!!!?! Wowza! 🤯

[@allsubstance]

I like the level of detail you give on these yarns, and I am LOL about the Yarn Snob thumbnail!

[@tabcat9]

I love your videos so much. You speak clearly and on point. I can see everything you're doing perfectly and love how you show us the stitches. I have to say I really wanted to see what you had to say about mandala watercolors. I recently made a blanket in moss stitch and I was blown away by it. The stitch definition was wonderful, its so soft, fluffy, and the transitions of colors are wonderful. It is a gift yet still hanging out in my house because I love looking at it. I was glad to see you gave it 10. :)

[@melaniemassey421]

Omg I love you! You’re so fun and I can’t wait to try these yarns with your advice!

[@shilalotty7954]

Thank you for sharing the information about each new yarn. My favorite is the Mandela Water Color. Excellent reviews of all the new yarns that are now available at Joann’s.

[@lostintheunderground]

I love your yarn reviews. I always find them so helpful and its made try Lion Brand yarns again. Watercolor and Comfy Cotton-fetti are definitely my favorites.

[@justdi3347]

Great review Toni,wow, I have to agree with you colorwise that the Mandala Watercolors are beautiful and I can't wait to see what you come up with with Tunisian Crochet. I did love the Twisted Cotton too and the tape yarn (I think it was the Re-Play...I'm in love with that yellow and that Tunisian swatch you did. Thanks for your fun and thorough review.

[@DelusionalUnicorn]

I love these videos! So informative!

[@amandas.6317]

Wonderful review! First time on your channel, I love your rhythym and style, and the details you provide for each yarn you review. Thanks!

[@Syrinxsing]

I really love your reviews!! Thanks for this. Fun to watch and now I want some of that cotton yarn. 🤗

[@sharecare-tg2dx]

LOVE your reviews! So helpful because I don’t know much about yarn and get most of mine on mine. I have to say that the Watercolors really got my attention and next in line was the RePlay. Pima and Confetti fall next in line for me. The others, not much interest. Definitely want to try Watercolors!! THANK YOU for such great, in-depth, straight to the point, and honest reviews! I can almost feel the yarn as you describe it! Very well done! Hope you never stop doing these reviews!

[@dianathorpe2280]

Thanks so much for the reviews! Love your podcasts! :)

[@saraherickson971]

Just found you and subscribed. Love the review. You have the most amazing voice!!

[@roxannelewis6490]

Loved the Mandala Watercolor that you used for your last demonstration. Thank you for your great reviews.

[@crystal-jeanroat2885]

I just found you today, and I’m loving your videos... You’re upbeat, make me chuckle a little and I absolutely love your yarn reviews- watched 3 in a row! Thank you for doing them, and sharing comparisons of different yarns.

[@tympestbooks1727]

This makes me want to get my hands on some of that comfy cotton fetti so much. The color pooling you mentioned looks like it would be lovely based on what you showed here.

[@sandyrichard3336]

I'm new to your channel and I'm loving it your honesty and humor is absolutely fabulous thank you 🥰

[@rebeccamercado6254]

Love this video! I do not need more yarn, but I totally need some of that re-play and mandala watercolor! 🔥

[@tamaraturner4165]

I love your reviews, they are so clear and informative.

[@judylittle2919]

Once again LionBrand has more colors for watercolors. Thanks for the review Toni. My favorite is the confetti cotton. I want to make a summer wrap and a baby blanket.

[@louisesanto]

Your yarn review is the best I've seen on YT. I love Lion Brand yarns but hesitate to buy new varieties in case I don't like one. But your commentary along with your swatch is so helpful. You totally sold me on Mandala Watercolors.

[@Mountlougallops]

Thank You Thank You Thank You!! Live your reviews. I’m wanting the Pima Cotton for sure.

[@SSapora]

This is the first yarn review I have ever watched and I LOVED it. Thank you!

[@carolseifert3365]

Love your reviews! So informative and easy to listen to.

[@connieclark2865]

Thank you for the yarn review it helps so much! Bag-o-day did a yarn review on Pima Cotton and she said it didn’t wash and dry very well but she loved working with it. She suggested hand washing and laying flat to dry! Love the Confetti Cotton yarn and was excited to see you gave it high marks! Enjoyed so much and do more yarn reviews!

[@ygmacrocheter5859]

I have the mandala, reline, im gonna purchase the Pima cotton soon. I have the date nights as well. For a beginner to doing crochet. I sure have taste...lol...so glad to be in this craft. Keep up the good work yarn snob...lol..

[@mommatina8295]

Thank you for your video. I like the Mandala yarn and the watercolor looks like it would be nice for projects that you don't want or need a lot of color. I like your insights too.

[@angiecarter7628]

First time watching you! Love you honest critique and warm voice!

[@lindawilliams7652]

Love, mandala. Thanks so much for your honest opinion on thread choices, needle choices , etc. It is appreciated .👍

[@brittanymcdowell2981]

Wow I wasn’t really into the mandala water colors until I saw the swatch you made. It’s beautiful! Thank you for testing these.

[@hoboko65]

You did an amazing job critiquing these yarns. I just found your channel & can not wait to learn more from you. You are a dream!

[@ThePsimmons3821]

Being new to the crochet world ( self taught in FEBRUARY ) I love love love the Manadla!!! I hate that I only have two hands. Lol I appreciate your reviews. So far I have only used two different brands of yarn...you have opened up so many possibilities for me!!! Thank You😉☺

[@KaneBrown1]

So glad you love the mandala watercolor. I bought it on sale last summer and made a project and fell in love. I just pulled it out this evening to work on a clutch and I've fallen in love all over again.

[@kymrich9918]

Hi Toni, just found your channel recently. I've watched a few yarn reviews now and I can't believe how much I'm learning about yarn, thank you!! I'd definitely love hearing more about what kinds of projects would work well with the characteristics of each yarn.

[@TheSablelou]

Thank you so much! I have had some Mandala Watercolor yarn for a while and purchased it specifically for Tunisian Crochet! You just mad me drop my current project to grab my Mandala!!!!

[@bh-jg6dy]

i am IN LOVE with the watercolor yarn!!! 😍😍😍 i just found your channel and i'm already a huge fan. i love these reviews!!! 💕💕💕