Tuesday, July 16, 2019

REVIEW - Knitpicks Curio

Projects I've completed in Knitpicks - Curio - Size 10

Natural:


  • Spoonwood
  • Francisco
  • Doily Peace Bloom
  • Hera



Sagebrush:


  • Autumn
  • Marion
  • Gala



Other Colors:


  • Ida in Silver
  • Gerda in Comfrey
  • Daisy in Ice Lily
  • Delilah in Ciel
  • Starburst in Cornmeal



Review


I saw other crocheters on Ravelry using Knitpicks Curio in different thread colors (rare to find interesting colors in thread), so that alone made me want to buy a few balls. I found it on sale and decided to buy a ball in almost every color that was on sale. Each ball of thread contains enough to make a large doily (double of typical threads - 721 yards to be exact). Although when I received my order, the size of the balls were average but with double the yardage, so it's great storage wise.

Currently, they offer 15 colors, which is a decent variety of colors to choose from. My favorite colors are natural and cornmeal (yellow). I've made a few of my doily and coaster patterns using Curio as it lays flat and drapes well. It doesn't look shiny in the ball, but once making a crochet piece it's super shiny.

What I find with this thread is it's more of a size 20 since it's only two ply my pieces tend to end up smaller than the average size. I also use a smaller hook than I typically use (1.5mm instead of my standard 1.75mm hook).


Conclusion


What I find with Knitpicks (overall) is that their yarn feels lower quality. It's in-between Red Heart and Cascade in that respect. Through my years knitting and crocheting, I have tried many yarn brands and you get what you pay for.

Curio is only two ply when most threads are at least three ply. So crochet projects will run smaller than typical, so cannot care about size if using Curio. I would only recommend it for doilies, spreads, flat items - it would not work well for mini amigurumi or anything 3D.

Overall, it is a very affordable choice with a decent variety of colors to choose from. It's only available exclusively through Knitpicks' website for now.



Product Information


Brand: Knitpicks
Name: Curio
Fiber Content: 100% Mercerized Cotton 
Weight/Ply: Size 10 Crochet Thread/2 ply
Country of Origin: Made in India
Price per ball (July 2019): $3.99/ball - 721 yds
Where to Buy: Knitpicks

Overall Rating:







4 out of 5 Meow-Meows

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