For over 100 years, Caron® Yarn has been bringing crafters like you the highest quality yarns for knitting, crocheting, and crafting. Our commitment to excellence started in 1897 when the Caron family first began producing yarns in Washington, North Carolina. Over the decades, we’ve continued that dedication by constantly improving and expanding our yarn lines. Today, Caron® offers an unparalleled selection of over 200 yarns perfect for any project.
At Caron® Yarn, we take pride in being a trusted partner for all crafters. We’re knitters and crocheters ourselves, so we understand the frustration of working with low-quality or scratchy yarns. That’s why we go the extra mile to create yarns that are exceptionally soft, durable, and easy to work with. Our rigorous quality control ensures that each skein meets our high standards before being shipped to you.
Beyond our yarns, Caron® aims to support the larger crochet and knitting community. We partner with guilds, shops, designers, and publishers to help spread the joy of stitching far and wide. Caron® also works with organizations like the Crochet Guild of America to preserve traditional techniques and teach new generations.
Whether you’re new to yarn crafts or have decades of experience, you can feel confident selecting Caron® Yarn for your next project. Browse our site to discover your perfect yarn!
Our Bestselling Yarns
With over 200 quality yarns to choose from, where do you begin? These three Caron® classics are perfect places to start.
Simply Soft®
The name says it all! Simply Soft® is our #1 all-purpose acrylic yarn. It features a luxuriously soft texture that’s ideal for baby projects, clothing, and accessories. The dyed fiber has incredible vibrancy that pops in any stitch pattern. Simply Soft® is easy care, machine washable and dryable. It also comes in heathers and variegated shades for beautiful, tone-on-tone colorways.
Caron® One PoundTM
For over 30 years, Caron® One PoundTM has been the go-to yarn for budget-friendly projects requiring bulk yarn. The bouncy, lightweight acrylic takes dye brilliantly and provides great stitch definition. One Pound is available in a rainbow of solid shades perfect for everything from chunky blankets to cozy cowls. It’s also incredibly soft for a value yarn. The “one pound” refers to the generous 16oz skeins—fewer color changes needed!
Caron® CakesTM
Indulge in these delicious, color-transition yarns! Caron® CakesTM feature soft acrylic paired with rapid color repeats, creating captivating stripes in crochet and knitting designs. Each center-pull skein includes nearly 200 yards, enough for shawls, cowls, stuffed animals and more. With both solids and multi-shades available, the hardest part is deciding which “flavor” to try first!
Our Designers & Brands
The Caron® family encompasses several established yarn brands, each with its own specialty. We also work with talented independent designers to showcase our yarns.
Red Heart®
The heritage Red Heart® brand dates back over 100 years with a mission to provide crafters with quality yarns at reasonable prices. Today Red Heart® offers versatile, easy care acrylic yarns like Super Saver®, Soft®, and With Love®. The extensive color palette includes 400+ hues from vibrant brights to classic neutrals. From baby items to home decor, Red Heart® has a perfect yarn for every project.
Lily® Sugar’n Cream®
Since 1953, Lily® Sugar’n Cream® has been a favorite cotton yarn for dishcloths, apparel, accessories, and other utility knits. Made from 100% natural cotton, Sugar’n Cream offers great stitch definition that gets even better with washing. It’s available in 120 beautiful solid colors that retain their vibrancy. Plus, the eco-friendly yarn is biodegradable and recyclable.
YarnspirationsTM
YarnspirationsTM provides free crochet, knitting, and craft patterns for yarn brands like Caron®, Red Heart®, and Bernat®. The website features 1000s of fashionable, on-trend designs for all skill levels. New free patterns are added every day, along with helpful tutorials, stitch guides, project ideas and yarn inspiration. Follow YarnspirationsTM online for a daily dose of crochet, knitting and crafting goodness.
Independent Designers
Caron® partners with talented published designers to promote our yarns through books, websites, and other media. Our Elite Design Team includes renowned knit and crochet experts like Kristin Omdahl, Ellen Gormley, and Doris Chan who create beautiful, innovative designs with Caron® yarns. We also sponsor designers through initiatives like the Caron® Designer Spotlight. Connecting with independent designers allows us to showcase our yarns’ versatility and workability.
Our Quality Standards
Every skein of Caron® yarn meets stringent quality control standards for fiber content, gauge, colorfastness and more.
Consistent Weights & Gauges
Caron® yarns are produced in standard industry weights like fingering, DK, worsted, and bulky. Each weight has a recommended gauge listed on the label to ensure your projects work up to the expected dimensions. Our state-of-the-art equipment enables incredibly precise gauging during manufacturing.
Colorfastness Testing
Caron® tests all yarn colors for bleeding and fading resistance. Our dyed yarns maintain their rich tones through repeated washing and exposure to sunlight. Vibrant colors stay vivid no matter how often you launder your finished project.
Softness Evaluation
All Caron® yarns undergo rigorous quality checks for softness. Whether it’s our premium Simply Soft® line or our great value One PoundTM, every Caron® yarn feels wonderfully soft in your hands. The fiber content and manufacturing process ensure a luxuriously plush, non-scratchy texture.
Durability
Caron® yarns are engineered for durability and long-lasting wear. Our quality acrylic maintains its structure and appearance through years of use. And our detailed washing instructions help finished objects retain their shape and vibrancy. With proper care, Caron® yarn projects will stay beautiful for generations.
Raw Material Inspections
Before production even begins, we inspect all incoming raw fiber materials like acrylic, cotton, wool, and bamboo. This confirms every batch meets regulatory requirements and matches Caron®’s premium specifications for cleanliness, length, strength, and purity.
Our Commitment to Values
Alongside yarn excellence, Caron® focuses on operating as a socially and environmentally responsible company.
Eco-Friendly Manufacturing
Our state-of-the-art spinning facilities utilize the latest technology for minimizing water usage and waste. Environmentally-friendly dyes ensure our effluent water meets regulatory standards. And we recycle cardboard, paper, and plastic from our operations. At Caron®, efficient eco-friendly processes and sustainability go hand in hand.
Safe & Ethical Production
Caron® adheres to all local and federal safety regulations, including fire prevention, machine safety, and personal protective equipment rules. Our facilities are audited by independent third parties to guarantee compliance. We’re also committed to ethical labor practices, workplace diversity, and employee safety training.
OEKO-TEX® Certification
Most Caron® yarns are OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 certified. This means they have passed rigorous independent testing for over 300 harmful substances and can be safely used for baby/children’s clothing and accessories. Check individual yarn labels to confirm certification. You can feel good about gifting handmade Caron® items to little ones.
Charitable Giving
Caron® is passionate about using our resources and talents to support meaningful causes. We proudly partner with organizations like the Alzheimer’s Association to fund dementia care and research. Caron® also works with crafters worldwide on outreach projects providing comfort items to those in need.
Listening to Our Community
From in-store events to social media, our customer interactions drive Caron® forward. We take your suggestions for new colors and yarn types seriously to enhance our offerings. Caron® also celebrates crafters by sharing your FOs online and in our publications. Let’s keep the conversation going!
Caron® Yarns for Every Project
With over 200 yarns to explore, where do you start your search? Here are some examples of how our lines can inspire your next masterpiece.
Baby Projects
The softness and durability of Caron® yarns make them ideal for soothing, long-lasting babywear. Plush picks like Simply Soft®, Baby CakesTM, and WoollikeTM work up beautifully in heirloom blankets, sweaters, and accessories. Mix in cotton choices like Sugar’n Cream® for lightweight tees and washcloths. Our tested colors stay vivid through repeated laundering, so baby projects made with Caron® yarns become keepsakes.
Apparel Knitting & Crochet
Stitch the wardrobe of your dreams with Caron® yarns! Our extensive range offers excellent options for clothing and accessory design. Try classic worsted weight wools like Simply WoolTM and One PoundTM for richly textured stitchwork. Simply Soft® and ComfyTM make deliciously soft tops and lightweight garments. For colorwork and intarsia, turn to Simply Soft BritesTM and One PoundTM in our brilliant hues. Explore variegated shades for ombre effects. The possibilities are endless!
Home Decor
Make your home cozier with Caron® yarns. Bulkier weights like Simply Soft ChunkyTM and One PoundTM work up quickly into plush blankets and rugs. Cottons like Sugar’n Cream® and Kitchen CottonTM add customizable flair to tea towels, potholders and napkins. Simply Soft®, with its vibrant solid colors, creates fun accent pillows. And variegated yarns yield striking handmade baskets. Caron® has everything you need to add your crafty touch to every room.
Amigurumi
The Japanese art of amigurumi uses yarn to create lovable stuffed animals and figures. Caron® offers smooth, durable, consistent yarns perfect for crochet toy design. Soft acrylics like Simply Soft®, Caron One PoundTM, and Craft Smart ValueTM ensure cuddly final objects. Their expansive color ranges help crocheters bring any character to life. Caron CakesTM and Simply Soft PaintsTM lend beautiful shading. With Caron® yarns, you can crochet the cutest creatures around!
Bring Your Vision to Life with Caron®
Whatever your next project may be, Caron® offers the right yarn tools for making it a reality. Browse our vast selection to find inspiring colors, weights, and textures. Check out our free patterns and tutorials for easy ways to start stitching. And leverage the decades of experience and care we put into every Caron® skein. Let your passion and our yarns guide you to crafting success!