Bernat Softee Baby Yarn Mint 3-Pack — Soft 100% Acrylic DK, Machine Washable for Baby

Lightweight and gentle, this Bernat Softee Baby three-ball set gives you dependable, safety-tested yarn in a classic mint shade ideal for newborn projects. Each ball is a generous 140 g (5 oz) with long yardage, so you can complete larger baby blankets, sweaters or coordinated accessories without frequent colour joins. The yarn is Oeko‑Tex certified and screened for hundreds of harmful substances, designed for use on items intended for sensitive skin while staying easy to maintain—machine wash cold and dry flat.

What makes this yarn suitable for baby items?

Bernat Softee Baby is formulated as a soft, lightweight DK (light) yarn that balances cushioning and durability. It’s tested for safety and produced from acrylic fibres that resist pilling and hold up to routine washing.

• 100% acrylic: soft, hypoallergenic-feeling fibre that’s easy to care for
• Oeko‑Tex tested for over 300 substances for peace of mind
• Generous 331 m (362 yds) per 140 g ball reduces joins
• Machine washable and dryable with low maintenance

How does this yarn perform for knitting and crochet projects?

This DK-weight yarn gives consistent stitch definition for garments and amigurumi, and it blocks and drapes predictably for blankets and sweaters. Suitable needle and hook sizes are listed to help you reach gauge and finish pieces with the intended size and texture.

• Knitting gauge: 22 sts × 30 rows = 4" × 4" with 4 mm needles
• Crochet gauge: 7 sc × 8 rows = 4" × 4" with 8 mm (US L-11) hook
• Fibre construction resists excessive stretching while retaining softness
• Consistent tension and colour across the three balls in the pack

How much yarn do I get and what projects will it cover?

Each ball contains 331 m (362 yds) and weighs 140 g, giving plenty of yardage for many baby and small home projects. The 3-pack is convenient when you want matching or coordinated items without switching dye lots.

• One ball: 331 m (362 yds) — ample for booties, hats, and small blankets
• Three balls: good for larger baby blankets, sets, or multiple garments
• Exact yardage helps plan pattern requirements before you start
• Light DK weight works well across patterns labeled #3/light

How should I care for finished projects?

The yarn is made for practical everyday use: launder finished items on a gentle, cool cycle and lay flat to dry to preserve shape. Avoid bleaching, ironing, and dry cleaning to maintain softness and colour integrity.

• Machine wash in cool water on a gentle cycle
• Dry flat to retain stitch definition and shape
• Do not bleach, tumble-dry high, iron, or dry clean
• Follow care symbols on the ball band for best results

Who is this yarn for? Crafters making baby clothes, keepsake blankets, and nursery accessories will appreciate the balance of softness, safety testing, and easy care. Beginners benefit from the forgiving nature of acrylic DK yarn and the long yardage per ball, while experienced makers will value consistent gauge and a range of traditional baby shades for polished results.