King Cole Jumbo Toastie is a 100% polyester chenille wound into a generous 400g ball, designed for quick projects that need warmth and tactile softness without the fuss of natural fibres. Reliable and easy-care, it’s a practical choice for makers who want results on the needles rather than at the blocking board.
The chunky chenille construction works up quickly on 10mm needles and the velvety pile sits neatly between stitches, making it straightforward to keep track of your stitch count despite the bulky gauge. It holds its structure well in simple stitch patterns, though intricate textured work can disappear into the pile — stocking stitch and garter stitch show to their best advantage here.
A single 400g ball goes a long way on accessories: oversized scarves, snood cowls, and chunky ear warmers are natural territory. It also works well for quick-knit cushion covers and simple baby play mats where softness and washability matter.
The palette leans into warm, homely shades — think rich neutrals, earthy tones, and a handful of deeper accent colours suited to cosy home makes.
| Brand | |
|---|---|
| Yarn: Name | |
| Yarn: Shade | 6462 Green, 6463 Black, 6464 Chocolate, 6465 Teddy, 6466 Royal, 6467 Hot Pink, 6468 Damson, 6469 Oyster, 6450 Snow, 6451 Vanilla, 6452 Baby Pink, 6453 Taupe, 6454 Violet, 6455 Coral, 6456 Blue, 6457 Glacier, 6458 Buttercup, 6459 Olive, 6460 Crimson, 6461 Baby Blue |
| Yarn: Weight | |
| Yarn: Ball Weight | |
| Yarn: Blend | 100% Polyester |
| Yarn: Length | 120m |
| Needle: Size | |
| Yarn: Tension | 6 stitches and 8 rows to 10cm on 10mm needles |