The pound of love is great. it works up very nicely in just about anything I have ever made with it. I have been using it for years. It makes great baby items. i also use it in 2 or 3 strand items with larger needles. It is soft and cuddly. It washes well. But as always treat it gently when washing to make it last. Hand washing is always nice but not always practical. I take the baby afghans and clothes I make with this and put them in a pillowcase to wash in the machine. It saves on the stretching effect. Laying flat to dry is best. I do put them in the dryer as well. the new colors that are out give a new look. I just recently got each of the new colors. ! skein can make a small baby afghan. I always buy a few whenever I see it on sale since I know I will find a project.