Bernat Sheepy Super-Bulky Yarn Brown Bear 2-Pack — Shearling Texture, Machine Washable

Bernat Sheepy is a super-bulky, 100% nylon yarn with a fleecy shearling texture, sold as a Brown Bear two-pack ideal for quick, cosy projects.

Designed to look and feel like soft shearling, Bernat Sheepy gives projects a plush, tactile surface while working up quickly thanks to its jumbo #7 gauge. Each oversized ball contains 180 g (6.4 oz) and about 16 m (18 yd) of yarn, making it suited for bold stitches, textural accents, toy bodies, and warm accessories. The yarn is Oeko-Tex certified and tested for safety against more than 300 harmful substances, and finished pieces can be machine washed and dried for easy care.

How quickly will a project stitch up with this super-bulky yarn?

Because Sheepy is a jumbo #7 yarn, fabric builds up fast and large needles or hooks create immediate volume. Expect fewer stitches and rows to reach typical dimensions, which shortens knitting or crocheting time substantially compared with lighter weights.

• Gauge knitting: 9 sts × 10 rows per 4" with 8 mm needles.
• Gauge crochet: 8 sc × 9 rows per 4" with 8 mm hook.
• Large stitches reduce finishing time and seams.
• 180 g balls mean fewer joins when making big pieces.

What projects are best suited to Bernat Sheepy Brown Bear?

This yarn excels where plush texture and instant volume matter: throw blankets, stuffed toys, cosy pillows, and statement outerwear trims. Its shearling-like surface creates soft, cuddly finishes that are particularly attractive for baby items and decorative accents.

• Afghans and lap blankets with a luxurious feel.
• Soft amigurumi or teddy-bear bodies in Brown Bear shade.
• Trim and collars for jackets or sweaters for a shearling look.
• Quick, chunky scarves, cowls, and home décor pieces.

How do I care for finished items and are they safe for families?

Finished garments and accessories made from Bernat Sheepy are simple to maintain — they can be machine washed and tumbled dry, so they fit into everyday family life. The yarn carries Oeko-Tex certification and has been tested for over 300 harmful substances, supporting safer use in baby and household projects.

• Fibre: 100% nylon for durability and loft retention.
• Care: machine wash and machine dry for convenience.
• Safety: Oeko-Tex certified and extensive testing for chemicals.
• Ball format: large-per-ball size reduces ends to weave in.

What needle and hook choices give the best results with this yarn?

Use large gauges to match the yarn’s jumbo profile: 8 mm needles or hooks are the recommended starting point for achieving the listed 4" by 4" gauges. Open stitches show the woolly texture best, while tighter work yields a denser, sculpted fabric ideal for toys or structured pieces.

• Suggested knitting needles: 8 mm to 10 mm for varied drape.
• Suggested crochet hooks: 8 mm to 10 mm for stitch definition.
• Swatch first to confirm tension and hand before committing yarn.
• Because each ball is 16 m (18 yd), plan yardage for larger items.

Who is this yarn for? Bernat Sheepy Brown Bear is aimed at crafters who want fast results and a plush, cosy finish — ideal for crocheters and knitters who make home décor, beloved stuffed animals, and snug accessories. It’s also a practical choice for parents and makers seeking easy-care, safety-tested yarn for baby items and family use. If you prefer quick, textural projects with minimal finishing, Sheepy’s jumbo format and shearling look deliver an efficient and attractive solution.