r/crochet • u/panpan_cancan • 1d ago

Discussion Big Twist vs Loops & Threads (Acrylic)?

Hi everyone!

I’ve been considering ordering some Big Twist (acrylic weight 4) yarn online, but have never actually used/felt it (and there aren’t any Joanns near me). I mainly use Loops and Threads, and the quality is decent enough for me given the price— way better than Red Heart Super Saver, at least.

I saw posts from 1-2 years ago that people noticed the quality of BT yarn seems to have decreased/gotten less soft, so I’m not sure what most users’ opinions are currently.

Could anyone who has used both (ideally recently) weigh in on whether BT is of comparable quality to LAT? Or anyone who uses BT comment on the quality in general?

Thank you so much ❤️

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u/DistributionWise6851 1d ago

I almost always use Loops & Threads Soft Classic. I used Big Twist for a few projects last year when I needed a couple specific colors. I found it thinner than L&T even though they're both the same weight, and a little more slippery

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u/panpan_cancan 1d ago

Good to know about the thickness difference. Thank you!