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Bernat Satin Yarn

Cost: $3.99 per skein.

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Using acrylic yarn doesn’t have to mean sacrificing color and texture. Thanks to Bernat’s Satin yarn line, you’ll discover an assortment of yarns that are soft and come in a variety of colors, including striking solids and soft pastels. At only $3.99 per skein, this affordable yarn is also a breeze to care for. It’s machine washable and dryable and feels great against the skin. Use it to make all sorts of handmade items, from baby wearables to adult sweaters and scarves.

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Besweet Cotton Candy Yarn

Cost: $12 per 130-yard skein.

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With so many pastel hues to choose from, this yarn looks good enough to eat. Made by the team at Be Sweet, whose company was founded on the principle “be kind to others,” each line of yarn is 100 percent environmentally friendly, including this decadent Cotton Candy yarn. Machine washable and lightweight, this soft cotton DK yarn is perfect for a summer crochet project. Plus, you can feel good about supporting Be Sweet— a portion of its profits go to educational development programs in South Africa.

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Clover Amour Steel Crochet Hooks

Cost: $8.95 per hook.

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Crocheting is more than just a hobby: it’s an outlet for both creativity and stress. Because of its multitude of benefits, many people enjoy crocheting daily. This means there’s more potential for joint pain to develop over time. Thanks to the special ergonomic design of Clover USA’s latest Amour steel crochet hooks, crocheters will discover a colorful array of hooks that are easy to hold … without any pain! Hooks are sold individually and in convenient sets.

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Denise Interchangeable Knitting and Crochet

Cost: $39.95 per set.

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Keep your crochet hooks nice and tidy in this easy-to-use fabric case. Portable and pretty, the softness of the Denise 2go for Crochet cotton case allows you to roll it up and fold it, making it ideal for travel anywhere from the dentist’s office to across the pond. Whether you use this case for traditional or Tunisian crochet, you’ll love the two vibrant patterns it comes in. Each case securely stores up to six crochet hooks.

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