a substitute for bulky wool yarn?

[melindascrochetbits]

My husband mentioned to me this morning that he needed a hat for work that covers his ears and neck.

 

So I ran to my computer with my coffee in hand in search of an easy knitted pattern than I could make.

 

I found the pattern I want to use but after going to every yarn store in my area I could not find the yarn I need. Luckily, I did find the needles I need at the last store I went to.

 

http://www.knitty.com/ISSUEsummer05/PATTbluehills.html

 

I'm not sure how to buy wool yarn so I didn't buy any yarn at all.

I have acrylic yarn and was wondering if I used two strands would it equal to what I need?

 

I would like to make him a hat out of wool one day as well but I don't want to use that scratchy wool. I was thinking along the lines of soft but warm.

 

Thanks in advance for any help.

[magiccrochetfan]

Lion Brand says 2 strands of worsted might equal bulky https://www.lionbrand.com/faq/16.html?language=

(chunky is lighter than bulky) http://www.craftyarncouncil.com/weight.html

 

I would use the two strands, start the hat and check gauge after a bit. Just be sure you are getting the measurements you want.

 

There are so many nice wools now, when you decide to buy wool you will have lots of choices!

[melindascrochetbits]

Thanks! I did a test swatch with the 2 strands and got the same gauge that is stated in the pattern.

 

I actually finished it last night and I only had to take it down once!

 

He was able to wear it to work today, although the weather seems to be warming up now.

 

I don't know the first thing about buying wool but its good to know there are alot to choose from.

 

Thanks again.