Alize Velluto Yarn Review: Best-Selling Velvet Chenille Yarn

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Quick Overview

Alize Velluto is the top-ranked product in Hobby Shopy’s “Best Seller Yarns” collection, with 288 reviews on the product page — the highest review count of any yarn in that collection. It’s a 100% micropolyester chenille (velvet-style) yarn in the Bulky/Chunky weight class, sold at $3.95 per 100g skein (down from $7.00) and available in 65 colors, making it one of the most widely stocked velvet yarns on the site.

Key Features

Velluto is made from 100% micropolyester, which is what gives it its signature plush, velvet-like texture rather than the flatter finish of standard acrylic yarn. Each skein weighs 100g (3.5oz) and holds 68m (74yds) of yarn — a relatively short yardage per skein that’s typical for bulky chenille yarns, since the thickness of the strand uses up length faster than a fine or worsted-weight yarn would. Hobby Shopy lists a recommended crochet hook size of 8mm (US L-11) up to 10mm, and recommended knitting needles from 8mm (US 11) up to 9mm (US 15), both on the larger end of the hook/needle spectrum, consistent with a Bulky/Chunky classification.

The standout feature is the color range: 65 distinct shades are listed on the product page, from neutrals like cream and the Mustard shown by default, to saturated tones like the teal and burgundy pictured here. Hobby Shopy does note on the product page that “the color on the screen may differ from the actual yarn color tone” — a fair disclaimer worth factoring in in before ordering a color-matched set for a specific project.

Who It’s For

Hobby Shopy markets Velluto specifically for three project types: velvet blankets, amigurumi (crocheted stuffed toys), and accessories. The yarn’s bulky weight and soft micropolyester construction make sense for all three — a bulky yarn works up quickly for blanket projects where yardage and stitch count would otherwise add up fast, while the plush, huggable texture is a natural fit for amigurumi toys that are meant to be touched and held. It’s less suited to garments that need drape or breathability, since a 100% micropolyester chenille yarn runs warmer and heavier than cotton or wool blends.

With 288 reviews on a single product listing — well above most other yarns in Hobby Shopy’s catalog — it’s clearly one of the store’s most repeat-purchased items, which is a reasonable proxy for consistent satisfaction even without individual review text visible on the page. Beginners working their first chenille project should know that velvet/chenille yarns in general can be trickier to frog (unravel) than smooth yarns, since the plush fibers grip themselves — worth keeping in mind if you’re still learning to read your stitches.

Pricing

Through Hobby Shopy’s official store, Alize Velluto is priced at $3.95 per 100g skein, marked down from a $7.00 regular price (about 44% off) across most of its 65 color options. A small number of colors are priced slightly differently, so it’s worth double-checking the price shown for your specific chosen shade before adding it to cart. Since most blanket or larger amigurumi projects call for multiple skeins, it’s worth planning your total skein count by project before ordering so all your yarn comes from the same dye lot where possible, minimizing the subtle shade variation that can happen between production batches.

Pros and Cons

Pros: one of the best-reviewed yarns in Hobby Shopy’s catalog at 288 reviews; genuinely plush, velvet-like texture from 100% micropolyester construction; huge 65-color selection covering neutrals and saturated shades alike; bulky weight works up quickly for blankets and larger amigurumi; priced at $3.95/skein (44% off), making multi-skein blanket projects more affordable.

Cons: only 68m (74yds) per skein, so blanket-sized projects will need a meaningful number of skeins; Hobby Shopy’s own listing cautions that on-screen color may not perfectly match the physical yarn, so color-critical multi-skein projects carry some risk of a mismatch; as with most chenille/velvet yarns, it can be less forgiving to frog and reknit compared to smooth acrylic or cotton yarns, which matters more for beginners.

FAQ

What is Alize Velluto made of?
It’s 100% micropolyester, which is what gives it a soft, velvet-like texture compared to standard acrylic or cotton yarns.

What size hook or needles should I use?
Hobby Shopy recommends an 8mm (US L-11) to 10mm crochet hook, or 8mm (US 11) to 9mm (US 15) knitting needles.

How many skeins do I need for a blanket?
Each skein holds only 68m (74yds), so a full-size blanket typically requires a double-digit number of skeins — it’s worth sizing your project and calculating total yardage before ordering so you can buy enough from the same batch.

Will the color match what I see on my screen?
Hobby Shopy notes directly on the product page that on-screen color can differ from the actual yarn tone, so for color-critical projects it’s worth considering ordering one skein first to check the shade in person.

What can I make with this yarn?
Hobby Shopy markets Velluto specifically for velvet blankets, amigurumi (stuffed toys), and soft accessories, which lines up with its plush texture and bulky weight.

Bottom Line

Alize Velluto earns its spot at the top of Hobby Shopy’s Best Seller Yarns collection by combining a genuinely plush, velvet-style texture with one of the largest color ranges on the site and a review count that outpaces most other yarns in the catalog. It’s not a yarn for drapey garments or anyone needing long yardage per skein, but for blankets, amigurumi, and soft accessories — the exact use cases Hobby Shopy markets it for — the bulky weight and soft hand make sense. At $3.95 a skein, it’s an accessible way to try a chenille yarn without committing to a full-price purchase. Check current colors and pricing through Hobby Shopy’s official store.