Chenille Showdown: How Our Chenille Stacks Up Against the Big Names

When it comes to plush, blanket and velvety yarns, the market is full of cozy contenders. But how does our Chenille stand up to the heavy hitters like Premier Parfait Chunky and Bernat Blanket? let's dive into the ultimate yarn smackdown!

The Contenders

• In the blue corner - Premier Parfait Chunky: The American-made favourite known for its more velvety and soft texture.

• In the mint corner - YoYu Chenille: The underdog with a big heart (and even bigger squish).

• In the brown corner - Bernat Blanket: The heavyweight champion of chunky, popular for plushies and blankets.

Fibre & Construction: Understanding how construction can impact your project

• YoYu Chenille: Crafted from 100% polyester, this yarn is more on the “blanket” side of chenille texture that’s soft, strong, and plushy. The fibres are tightly woven and uniform around the central core fibre, which means fewer rogue strands sticking out, tighter stitches, fab stitch definition and is less prone to show any stuffing when creating amigurumi.

• Premier Parfait Chunky: Also 100% polyester, but with a much looser, more velvety, fluffier construction, giving it a plush but somewhat airy feel. Due to the nature of this construction, it makes for soft amigurimis but is less forgiving when it comes to seeing your stitches easily, frogging, sewing and stuffing.

• Bernat Blanket: Polyester again, YoYu Chenille is the closest to Bernat Blanket in terms of thickness and feel when compared to other yarns (more on this further on) with a few minor differences. Bernat Blanket's fibres are not as uniform or as tightly packed around the central core, the fibres also tend to flatten and fold away from the central core but they are longer. Great for blankets, but maybe not so much for delicate details or plushies where you want to really show off your stitch definition. 

Verdict: All three are polyester champs, but Chenille takes the crown for a more uniform, tight-knit texture that’s both durable and soft.

Meterage Per 100g: Who Gives You More Yarn for Your Buck?

Verdict: For those craving thicker stitches Chenille and Bernat Blanket is your go-to with YoYu Chenille giving you better value. But if you’re not fussed with smaller projects Premier’s longer meterage will work better for value.

Density & Uniformity: The Feel Test

• YoYu Chenille: Balanced, dense and even, making for smooth stitches and a polished finish. It’s dense without being heavy.

• Premier Parfait Chunky: Thinner than the blanket type yarns and softer to the touch but can be slightly inconsistent in thickness.

• Bernat Blanket: While it is a little less balanced than YoYu Chenille - it is sturdy, ideal for big, structured projects but less forgiving for smaller, detailed pieces.

Verdict: Chenille wins for versatility—it’s thick enough for statement stitches but still smooth and consistent enough for more intricate work.

Shedding Factor: Because Nobody Likes Yarn Confetti

• YoYu Chenille: Zero shedding. That’s right, no fluff-covered pants, no stray fibres in your tea, and no mid-project tears.

• Premier Parfait Chunky: Does noticeably shed when sewing and frogging, but you can help minimise the shed by burning the ends to stop the fibres from "falling off" the central core.

• Bernat Blanket: Minimal to zero shedding, much like our Chenille.

Verdict: YoYu Chenille and Bernat Blanket are the clear winners here. If you’ve ever had to vacuum mid-craft session, you’ll appreciate its no-shed policy.

Final Thoughts: Which Yarn Wins?

It all comes down to what you’re crafting.

• Choose YoYu Chenille if you want plush, durable, and super-thick yarn with zero shedding and an even finish. Perfect for plushies, blankets, scarves, and more!
• Go with Premier Parfait Chunky for lightweight, detailed designs or projects needing more meterage per skein.
• Pick Bernat Blanket for sturdy, heavy-duty blankets and home décor where density and long meterage is key.

Why We’re Team Chenille: It’s soft, versatile, and doesn’t leave you cleaning up a fibre explosion. Plus, with 28 colours, it’s easy to find the perfect shade for your project. Who needs international brands when you’ve got local quality that delivers on every level?

 Have you tried our Chenille yet? If not, now’s the time to experience the softest, squishiest yarn that promises to match (if not exceeds) the other contenders!