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What yarn can i use in place of “Lion Brand Nature’s Choice Organic Cotton” ?

Hello, knitting pros- Another quick question for you all- Im trying to follow a pattern for a baby cardigan and want to use a different yarn from the one thats mentioned in the pattern- “Lion Brand Nature’s Choice Organic Cotton”. Im in the process of making a blanket with this yarn already and now want to experiment with other yarns. What can I use in its place- Im a complete novice, so I would appreciate brand names. Thanks again!!
Thanks everyone! Unfortunately, I went and bought yarn that not only doesnt have the same gauge as the pattern mentions but shrinks in the wash as well .. Needless to say I didnt read the replies to my question… oh well, a lesson learnt(the hard way!)

You can interchange this yarn with another worsted weight yarn, but stay away from Lion’s Kitchen Cotton, it is a bit hard for baby clothes. Lamb’s Pride’s Cotton Fleece is a nice one if you want to stay with cottons. That said, it’s now time for you to learn to read a ball band for this purpose. Look at the number of stitches per inch and the recommended needle size. Any other yarn that will match that number of stitches (or a half stitch smaller or larger with different sized needles in the same area–7 to 9 US) will probably work. In this case, the ball band (or hang tag) will most likely tell you it is a worsted weight yarn. If you want to stay away from acrylics (acryllicks to me, I prefer natural fibers) and want a wool, look for one that indicates it is a Superwash. These yarns can be safely washed in the machine, and while they can go into the dryer, really should be dried in the air on a flat surface (you don’t want to see some of my socks . Cascade 220 has a superwash version that is quite affordable, and Lorna’s Laces Shepherd Worsted is absolutely beautiful superwash merino, though more expensive. If you really want a fairly decent acrylic, though, look for Patons Canadiana or Plymouth Encore. Those are about the only two I’ll work with occasionally.

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