[MartieGirl]

Has anyone used Bernat Blanket Yarn? It felt so soft and is a chunky weight. I bought it to make a quick crochet throw for my grandson. I tried bamboo, aluminum and plastic hooks. The yarn did not slide easily on any of them. It is very hard on the hands. I will finish the throw but needless to say I won"t be buying it again.

 

[seamer45]

Try rubbing your bamboo needles with waxed paper. It should make them work better.

 

[Hudson]

Have knitted with it a lot (not tried crochet). Recipients are very happy to get an item made from it.

 

[flyovercindy]

You definitely need to use large hooks or needles, and loosen your tension. Hard for me - I tend to work everything tighter than gauge...
It makes wonderfully soft, squishy blankets and things though!

 

[backtoit]

I’ve made at least 10 blankets with it. I used a “N” crochet hook which is pretty large. If you are knitting you will need very large needles. The finished blankets are really soft and cushy.

 

[chubs]

I knitted some swifter covers with it and I really like it for that

 

[luree]

I've had a few friends use it and they said never again.

 

[maggiex4]

Thank you for sharing, I’m going to try a different yarn because I’m having a hard time finding all the colors I need for an Afghan that I’m planning to make.

 

[crafterwantabe]

I crocheted a throw with it. I did the basket weave stitch. Had no problems... loved it.

 

[krashdragon]

Steel ( nickle plated needles) slide way better than pladstic, bamboo or aluminum. Try car wax on the hooks.

 

[Bettye Littlestitches]

Thank you for sharing this. I was gifted some- not my colors- but a swiffer mop head is an awesome idea.

 

[Murphie]

I just finished a crocheted blanket with this yarn and couldn't wait to get it done. It was hard on the hands, but is very soft and warm and works up quickly.

 

[susanmjackson]

I made one blanket with it, but found it hard to work with, so will not use it again.

 

[Igor'sJoy]

I made two mermaid blankets with it, and it wasn't an easy task.

 

[gdoyle]

trying to finish a blanket, knitting with larger needles, but it is so hard to work with...especially if you have arthritis. I love how it feels but don't anticipate buying it again unless I try to do crochet.

 

[SusanZA]

I have made 3 lapghans with it using a size K needle. I was pleased with the results.

 

[kleforestier]

I used to big balls and an N hook and made my next-door neighbor a bathroom rug; we both love its’ squishiness!

 

[Latte with Yarn]

I've used Bernat Blanket yarn for an afghan and totally loved the feel and look.
Someone else had mentioned your tension might be too tight,
I think they are probably correct. It slid off my needles easily.
Very pleased with results and plan to use it again.
I hope this helps.

 

[Munchn]

I crocheted a pillow with this yarn and had no problem. I am sorry you had a problem.

 

[Billings]

I've made several blankets with Bernat Blanket yarn. I love the results and the feel of the yarn.