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Cascade Yarns 220 Superwash® Wave

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Cascade Yarns 220 Superwash® Wave
Cascade Yarns 220 Superwash® Wave
Cascade Yarns 220 Superwash® Wave
Cascade Yarns 220 Superwash® Wave
Cascade Yarns 220 Superwash® Wave
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  • Colour change between two shades creates graduated, pixel-like tones that many knitters enjoy
  • Reviewers describe the colours as gorgeous and a good range for colourwork
  • Stitch definition is praised by reviewers who use it for colourwork
  • Customers say it knits like a dream and is easy to work with
  • Reviewers report it is machine washable and can be tumble dried
"I really like this yarn. the colour actually comes out different from how it looks in the skein, which is fine for the project I'm doing. knits up nicely, and looks good so far!"
Lucy-Jane D.
100% Wool, 201m (220yds)/100g (3.53oz), Worsted

Product Description

If you like experimenting with mixing colours, 220 Superwash Wave is a yarn you’ve got to try. The two shades of each colourway seem to ‘pixel’ in and out of each other in graduated tones. Create accessories, separates and even home textiles in pure Superwash wool that are quite magical.

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Summary

Reviewers describe a lovely colour range, with one noting that the colour changes are fantastic as they knit and others calling the colours gorgeous and rich. Customers say it knits up beautifully and feels soft, and one reviewer says it washes well and stays cosy for warm sweaters. Knitters have used it for colourwork, a waffle stitch lapghan and a slouch beanie, and many buyers say it is a joy to knit with. Several have also made mitts, socks, a vest and a blanket from it.

Best Features

  • Colour changes as you knit
  • Rich, lovely colour range
  • Soft, squishy feel
  • Great stitch definition for colourwork
  • Knits up beautifully

Quality Feedback

  • Reviewers describe the colours as rich and gorgeous, with colour changes that look fantastic.
  • Customers say it knits up beautifully and is easy to knit with.
  • One reviewer says it knits like a dream and makes warm, cosy sweaters.
  • Reviewers find it soft and lovely to the touch, with a pleasant, non itchy feel.
  • One reviewer loved how easy it is to wash, especially for children's clothes.

Top Quotes

"I love the changing colour combinations as I knit with this wool. It feels soft, and makes a lovely blanket."
"It has great stitch definition and is soft and squishy. I recommend it highly for colorwork."
"I have made a dozen beanies from this yarn and the colors are wonderful and the color changes are fantastic; easy to knit with!!!!!"
"Good colour range and soft and beautiful to work with. Made up into really nice waffle stitch lapghan."
"Fantastic wool that's easy cool wash that's beautiful subtle colour change.. knits well, looks great."

The Cascade Yarns 220 Superwash® line at a glance

All Cascade Yarns 220 Superwash® yarns are a 100% Wool blend, machine washable.

Yarn Weight Per ball Gauge Needle Hook Shades
Cascade Yarns 220 Superwash® Wave Worsted 220yds (201m) 20 sts / 4" US 6 (4mm) - US 7 (4.5mm) — 27
Cascade Yarns 220 Superwash® Grande Chunky 220yds (201m) 12 sts / 4" US 10 (6mm) - US 11 (8mm) — 13

Specifications

Brand: Cascade Yarns
Blend: 100% Wool
Yarn Weight: Worsted
Net Weight: 100g (3.53oz)
Tension: 20-22 stitches to 10cm/4"
Recommended Crochet Hook: 4.00mm (F) - 4.50mm (G)
Care Instructions: Low Heat Tumble Dry, Machine Wash 30°C
Craft: Crochet, Knitting
Length: 201m (220yds)
Recommended Needles: 4.00mm (US 6) - 4.50mm (US 7)

Most people ask about

Is this yarn good for colourwork?

Reviewers describe it as great for colourwork, with good stitch definition. One reviewer has bought it many times for colourwork projects. Several say it is lovely to knit with.

How does it feel to knit with?

Customers describe it as soft and squishy, and many say it is a joy to knit. One reviewer says it knits like a dream and feels lovely to work with.

What colours does it come in?

Reviewers say there is a good range of colours and that the shades are gorgeous. Several mention subtle colour changes that work well in patterns. One reviewer notes the colour can look different from how it appears in the skein.

What have people made with this yarn?

Customers have made beanies, a waffle stitch lapghan, and several warm sweaters. One reviewer has used it for children's clothes. Another is making a summer-weight sweater from a pattern they have knitted before.

Is it easy to wash?

Reviewers say it is easy to wash. One describes it as fantastic wool that is easy to care for.

Cascade Yarns 220 Superwash Wave

Each colourway blends two shades that seem to shift in and out of one another in graduated tones, so your knitting picks up a colour change that keeps things visually exciting from one row to the next.

Reviewers describe the colour range as rich and beautiful, and many say the colour combinations go together perfectly.

What it's like to knit

Customers say it knits like a dream and is easy to work with. Several describe it as soft and pleasant in the hand, and one reviewer said it has great stitch definition, which makes it a good choice for colourwork.

Projects it suits

Reviewers have used it for warm, cosy sweaters, beanies, a waffle stitch lapghan and a blanket.

Care and wear

Customers appreciate that it washes like a rag and is easy to care for, which they find especially practical for children's clothes and everyday family items.

Customer Reviews

4.7 Based on 46 reviews

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Most reviewers praise the yarn's softness, easy knitting and attractive colour range, and many enjoy the colour changes. Complaints are uncommon: a few say the colours look different from the website photos, and one found the finished fabric restrictive rather than loose fitting.

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Barbara K.
Reviewed: Cascade Yarns 220 Superwash® Wave
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Happy Will Love Crafts, Happy with Yarn

I have the wave yarn in 4 colors, although I am returning the gray. I thought it looked brown. I have lots of gray yarn already. My favorite "midweight" yarn is Malibrigo. But it may be replaced by the Cascade 220. I don't think it will "grow" like Malibrigo does. The yarn doesn't split as some yarns do. It is light enough that I could "fudge" the gauge and make myself a more loosely knit summer weight sweater that should wear like a cotton JJill that is way too big for me now. Last night I...

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Darcy C.
Reviewed: Cascade Yarns 220 Superwash® Wave
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Great products and customer service!

Cascade superwash is wonderful to knit! Soft and colors are wonderful.

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Angela O.
Reviewed: Cascade Yarns 220 Superwash® Wave
Verified Buyer Feefo Verified

Fantastic wool that's easy cool wash that's beautiful subtle colour change.. knits well, looks great. Had to order more of it at that price. Only downside was I forgot.. again to add my discount code when ordering.. entirely my fault.

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Gwen C.
Reviewed: Cascade Yarns 220 Superwash® Wave
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I have made a dozen beanies from this yarn and the colors are wonderful and the color changes are fantastic; easy to knit with!!!!!

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Teresa T.
Reviewed: Cascade Yarns 220 Superwash® Wave
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Loved working with this yarn! Love that this yarn is machine washable and can be tumble dried. Because of this, I will continue using especially for children clothes.

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Helen C.
Reviewed: Cascade Yarns 220 Superwash® Wave
Verified Buyer Feefo Verified

Colour metamorphosis - lovely changing shares of colour

I love the changing colour combinations as I knit with this wool. It feels soft, and makes a lovely blanket. I like that the wool is pure.

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Jillane J.
Reviewed: Cascade Yarns 220 Superwash® Wave
Verified Buyer Feefo Verified

I can't say enough about this yarn. It is great for colorwork and lovely to knit with and the price is very affordable.

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Jillane J.
Reviewed: Cascade Yarns 220 Superwash® Wave
Verified Buyer Feefo Verified

I have purchased this yarn a lot for colorwork. You have a great selection and I enjoy using your website.

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Janet R.
Reviewed: Cascade Yarns 220 Superwash® Wave
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220 Superwash a Non itchy yarn a joy to knit with.

A total joy to knit with this non itchy yarn. The colours are gorgeous.

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Lucy-Jane D.
Reviewed: Cascade Yarns 220 Superwash® Wave
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good service, but discounts confusing

I really like this yarn. the colour actually comes out different from how it looks in the skein, which is fine for the project I'm doing. knits up nicely, and looks good so far!

good serviceyarncolourknits nicely

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