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Brushed Rainbow™ Yarn by Loops & Threads®

Brushed Rainbow is a versatile, medium weight yarn from Loops & Threads, offering super soft texture and a selection of pretty pastel hues. It’s an affordable, accessible choice for creating cozy baby blankets, warm accessories, and nursery decor that feels gentle against the skin.
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Explore the Yarn's Specifications

Brushed Rainbow is a medium weight, 100% polyester yarn designed for versatility and softness. Each 5.3 oz skein provides a generous 364 yards of pastel-colored material, with a suggested knitting gauge of 18 stitches and 24 rows per 4 inches on 5 mm needles.

Create Soft, Cozy Projects with Every Skein

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Gentle Softness for Sensitive Skin

Brushed Rainbow Yarn feels wonderfully soft against skin, making it an excellent choice for items worn close to the body. You can create comfortable, snuggly pieces that are gentle enough for babies and children.
A finished, soft baby blanket made with pastel rainbow yarn draped over a crib.

Perfect Pastels for Coordination

The pretty pastel hues available in this yarn line help you find the perfect shades for coordinating with nursery decor, springtime accessories, or delicate gift projects, all from a single, affordable skein.
Hands quickly crocheting a scarf with a pastel blue skein of brushed rainbow yarn.

Quick to Work Up for Fast Results

As a medium weight yarn, it works up quickly on the suggested needles or hook, letting you finish hats, scarves, and blankets without a long wait, so you can enjoy your handmade creations sooner.

Perfect for Crafters and Cozy Creations
This versatile yarn is ideal for hobbyist crafters of all levels looking for an affordable, soft material. It’s perfect for creating thoughtful gifts, sprucing up nursery decor with gentle colors, or starting a simple first project that builds confidence.
A hand-knit baby hat and a pair of booties made with soft pastel yellow Brushed Rainbow Yarn.

Gift-Making for Babies and Kids

The softness and gentle pastel colors make this yarn a wonderful choice for crafting thoughtful, handmade gifts for babies and children, such as welcoming blankets, warm hats, or sweet little booties.
A decorative, crocheted pillow cover made with Brushed Rainbow Yarn on a nursery chair.

Nursery and Playroom Decor

Use the pretty pastel hues to crochet or knit decorative accents like pillow covers, wall hangings, or stuffed animals that add a soft, handmade touch to a nursery or child’s bedroom decor.
A person wearing a soft, knit scarf made with pastel purple Brushed Rainbow Yarn outdoors.

Everyday Accessories with Easy Care

With its easy-care polyester and medium weight, this yarn is great for everyday accessories like scarves, mittens, and headbands that you can wash and wear regularly without special treatment.

Care for Your Finished Projects

Get started with your Brushed Rainbow project by following these simple care and preparation tips. Washing a test swatch first helps you see how the yarn softens and blooms, ensuring you love the final fabric for your handmade creation.
A small, knitted swatch made with pastel pink Brushed Rainbow Yarn being gently washed in a bowl.

Make and Wash a Test Swatch

Before starting your main project, knit or crochet a small swatch. Wash and dry it according to the yarn care instructions to see how the fabric softens and to check for any color changes or shrinkage in the finished piece.

A finished, soft scarf made with Brushed Rainbow Yarn inside a washing machine drum.

Machine Wash on a Gentle Cycle

Since this is a 100% polyester yarn, you can safely machine wash your finished items in cool water on a gentle cycle. Tumble dry on low heat or lay flat to dry to maintain the soft, brushed texture over time.

A neatly folded baby blanket made with Brushed Rainbow Yarn stored on a shelf.

Store Projects Folded, Not Hung

Store your finished projects in a cool, dry place. Avoid hanging heavy knitted items like blankets, as they can stretch. Fold them gently to keep their shape and softness for years of use.

See What Crafters Are Saying

Crafters are sharing their experiences, praising the yarn's softness and beautiful pastel colors for projects like baby items and detailed stitchwork. Some note it's very easy to work with, while a few mention it can split occasionally but doesn't detract from the finished piece.
This yarn is very soft. The colors are vibrant. My only complaint is that it splits easily. It's ideal for different types of baby items and works well in detailed projects, providing excellent stitch definition.
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CrafterMom42Perfect for soft baby items with great color
Knitting a shawl with this yarn. Love how the texture of the yarn shows the detail of the stitches. Very soft and very easy to work with. Does have knots every once in a while but they aren't that noticeable in the finished work.
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KnitWitSarahLovely texture for detailed shawls
The yarn is so soft! This makes it perfect for a baby sweater! The pastel colors are beautiful and match perfectly with my nursery project. Would definitely recommend to any crafter!
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NurseryNookSoft and beautiful for nursery projects
I made a whole baby blanket with just two skeins. The brushed texture makes it extra cozy, and the pastel rainbow colors are so cheerful. For the price, the yardage and softness are excellent value.
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BudgetBlanketGreat value for cozy, colorful blankets
My favorite for making quick hats and scarves as gifts. It's affordable, soft, and the color range means I can always find a pastel shade that works. The finished items feel really gentle and well-made.
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QuickGiftMakerA go-to for quick, gentle accessories

Find Answers to Common Yarn Questions

We know you have questions about yarn weight, care, and color. Here are practical answers to help you decide if Brushed Rainbow is the right fit for your next knitting or crochet project, using facts from the skein label and crafter experience.
The Brushed Rainbow Yarn is a Medium (4) weight, which is a versatile, all-purpose thickness. It works beautifully for a wide range of projects, from cozy blankets and warm hats to scarves and sweaters, offering a good balance of warmth and workability.
According to the product details, this yarn is made from 100% polyester. This makes it durable, machine washable for easy care, and resistant to shrinking, which is especially helpful for items that will be used and washed frequently.
The color shown on your screen may look different in person due to monitor settings. The Winter White is described as a very pale color. For a newborn sweater, you might want to check a physical sample or read more customer reviews with photos to confirm the exact shade matches your vision.
Each skein of this medium weight yarn provides 364 yards (333 meters) and weighs 5.3 oz (150 g). This generous yardage is often enough for a hat, a scarf, or a significant portion of a baby blanket, depending on your stitch pattern and project size.
The suggested needle size is 5 mm (US 8) for knitting, and the suggested hook is 6 mm (US J/10) for crochet. Using these sizes will help you achieve the recommended gauge of 18 stitches and 24 rows per 4 inches, ensuring your project turns out the intended size.
Some crafters note that this yarn can split easily while working with it. To manage this, try using a hook or needle with a smooth tip and be mindful of your tension. It often helps to work a bit more slowly on detailed stitches to keep all the plies together neatly.

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