{"product_id":"red-heart-all-in-one-granny-square-crochet-yarn-black-carnation-code-3-pack-250g-self-striping","title":"Red Heart All-in-One Granny Square Crochet Yarn — Black-Carnation Code 3-Pack, 250g Self-Striping","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRed Heart All in One Granny Square yarn in Black‑Carnation Code is a single worsted‑weight ball engineered to produce five‑colour granny squares without changing skeins — this listing is a convenient 3‑pack of 250g balls.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you love crocheting classic granny squares but dislike frequent colour changes and lots of tails to weave in, this yarn was created for you. The self-striping effect shifts through five colours in one continuous strand so you can stitch uninterrupted rows and finish projects faster. Each ball is a generous 250 g (381 m \/ 417 yd) of #4 worsted acrylic, easy to care for and suitable for blankets, bags, and amigurumi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does this yarn simplify making five‑colour granny squares?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe gradient striping is preplanned so you can crochet full multi‑colour motifs without joining different skeins. That reduces the number of ends you weave in by about two thirds compared with using separate colours. For projects where tidy joins matter, this yarn speeds up finishing and makes repetitive squares more consistent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOne ball contains all five stripe colours in sequence, eliminating colour changes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEach ball can produce up to around 14 standard granny squares, depending on size.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFewer yarn ends to fasten, saving finishing time and making cleaner seams.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat are the fibre, weight, and care details I should know?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is 100% acrylic worsted (#4) yarn, built for durability and easy maintenance. It’s machine washable on a delicate cycle up to 40°C (104°F) and safe to tumble dry on low permanent press; do not bleach or iron. The generous 250 g ball gives you long continuous yardage for bigger projects or multiple motifs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFibre: 100% acrylic — lightweight, resilient, and colourfast for everyday use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBall size: 250 g (8.8 oz) with 381 m \/ 417 yd per ball.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCare: machine wash delicate ≤40°C, tumble dry low; no bleach or ironing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich hook\/needle sizes and gauge can I expect?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWork this yarn with mid‑size tools for balanced drape and stitch definition. Recommended crochet hook is 5.5 mm; recommended knitting needle is 5 mm. Gauge and fabric density depend on your tension, but the listed gauges help plan projects and calculate yardage per square.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCrochet gauge: 4\" x 4\" (10 x 10 cm) = 12 sc x 15 rows with a 5.5 mm hook.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eKnitting gauge: 4\" x 4\" = 17 sts x 23 rows with 5 mm needles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIdeal for blankets, scarves, afghans, and multi‑square projects using worsted weight yarn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan this yarn be used by beginners and for travel projects?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — the single‑strand colour shifts remove the need to carry multiple skeins and manage joins, making it beginner‑friendly. The long continuous length per ball and the bold Black‑Carnation Code palette are convenient for on‑the‑go crocheting and for crafters who prefer fewer interruptions while working.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBeginner friendly: no colour switching required during granny square rounds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTravel ready: one ball contains many yards for portable projects without extra skeins.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAvailable in 11 colorways, making palette planning simpler for multi‑square blankets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for? Makers who want the classic charm of five‑colour granny squares without the hassle of frequent colour changes will appreciate this yarn. It suits beginners learning colorwork, experienced crocheters speeding up production, and anyone creating multi‑square afghans, cushions, or decorative crafts. The 3‑pack provides enough yardage for several squares or larger combined projects, and the care instructions make finished items easy to live with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How many granny squares can one ball make?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: One 250 g ball can make up to about 14 standard granny squares, depending on square size and hook tension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Is this yarn machine washable?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. Machine wash delicate ≤40°C (104°F) and tumble dry low; do not bleach or iron.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Red Heart","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55255372759377,"sku":"B0CQMH5751","price":52.71,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1086\/5567\/3681\/files\/red-heart-all-in-one-granny-square-black-carnation-front-packaging.jpg?v=1791705406","url":"https:\/\/craftiche.co.uk\/products\/red-heart-all-in-one-granny-square-crochet-yarn-black-carnation-code-3-pack-250g-self-striping","provider":"Craftiche","version":"1.0","type":"link"}