What's New?  April, 2001
LION BRAND INTRODUCES WOOL-EASE® CHUNKY
Spring is a time when many families have the joy of new arrivals, and Lion Brand is no exception. Expanding the popular Wool-Ease family, we are pleased to announce Wool-Ease Chunky: a chunky weight version of the same easy-care, wool-acrylic blend yarn you love.

Wool-Ease Chunky’s versatile chunky weight-a little heavier than original (worsted weight) Wool-Ease, but not as heavy as (super chunky weight) Wool-Ease Thick & Quick-makes it perfect for so many projects. It works up quickly and easily, yet is not really bulky. The gauge for Wool-Ease Chunky is: Knit: 14 St sts + 18 rows = 4" (10 cm) on Size 10½ (6.50 mm) Needles; Crochet: 10 sc + 11 rows = 4" (10 cm) on Size K-10½ (6.50 mm) Hook. (Other Lion Brand yarns in the chunky weight are Jiffy and Homespun).

Wool-Ease Chunky comes in sixteen wonderful colors, including many heathers and a white with a shimmering, opalescent wrap. Each ball of yarn is 5 oz/140 g and contains 153 yards.

Watch for new patterns for Wool-Ease Chunky next month!

WHAT’S NEW ON THE WEBSITE

New Pattern Ratings:  In response to requests from so many of you, we have expanded the skill level ratings of patterns to include not just those in the catalogue, but patterns available for free downloading from the Web site, as well.  Now, when you click on one of the free patterns, you will be able to see at a glance whether it is Beginner, Intermediate, Experienced, or something in between.  Click here for an explanation of our rating system.		The Southwest Afghan
NEW PATTERNS!
«	The free patterns this month are both afghans.
«	Crochet:  Like irises poking through a field of snow, celebrate spring with the Jiffy Diamonds and Lace Afghan, shown in solid color White and multi-color Denver
«	Knit: The classic look of chevrons in beautiful heather tones gives the Wool-Ease Southwestern Afghan an ageless appeal. Both patterns are recommended for the experienced needleworker.