King Cole Dollymix DK is a 100% acrylic yarn that comes in small 25g balls, making it a practical and reliable choice for small projects and colourwork alike. It’s an honest, easy-care yarn — not luxurious, but consistent and hardwearing.
This yarn knits up cleanly on 4mm needles without splitting, which makes it straightforward to work with even for newer makers. The smooth, even twist holds stitch definition well, so simple textured patterns come through clearly in the finished fabric.
The small ball size and DK weight make it well suited to baby bonnets and booties, toy knitting, and colourwork squares for granny-square blankets. It’s also a sensible choice for striped baby cardigans where multiple colours are needed in modest quantities.
The range leans into soft, playful shades — pastels and brights that suit baby and children’s projects particularly well.
| Brand | |
|---|---|
| Yarn: Name | |
| Yarn: Shade | 087 Flame, 005 Sky, 049 Clerical, 1 White, 143 Surf, 144 Orange, 149 Blush, 17 Lilac, 1711 Silver, 207 Jeans, 21 Royal, 236 Purple, 25 Navy, 273 Chocolate, 3 Primrose, 307 Crocus, 37 Taupe, 38 Acid, 39 Shamrock, 40 Candy, 46 Natural, 48 Black, 49 Clerical, 5 Sky, 55 Gold, 59 Peach, 6 Pink, 7 Nil, 71 Lime, 87 Flame, 9 Red |
| Yarn: Weight | |
| Yarn: Ball Weight | |
| Yarn: Blend | 100% Acrylic |
| Yarn: Length | 73m |
| Needle: Size | |
| Yarn: Tension | 22 stitches and 28 rows to 10cm on 4mm needles |
| Bleach | Do not bleach |
| Care: Drying | Low |
| Care: Ironing | No Iron |
| Care: Washing | 40C |