Yarnspirations launched Bernat Blanket Matte and Shiny yarn in August 2026, featuring the infamous Bernat Blanket formulation with something unique at the core of the interior.

Mixed with the luscious, thick polyester chenille format you come to expect, every inch changes to a lustrous material where the soft fiber pops out like bristles, without the scratch — of course.

Bernat Blanket Matte & Shiny Yarn Product Review In This Project

• Bounces of Light
• Strength & Non-Slip
• Same Gauge You Can Trust
• Where to Get This Yarn?
• Show Mikey Your Version of This Project

Bounces of Light

The yarn format allows light to bounce off the luster regions, while the regular chenille yarn in between mutes it.

Bernat Blanket Matte & Shiny Yarn Close-Up Strength & Non-Slip

A plus benefit for me, and knowing this behind the scenes, is that 100% luster-type yarn tends to worm because it's slippery. This allows the shine to pop through, while the next inch is the classic Bernat Blanket chenille that locks onto itself, as it's not slippery. You have the best of two worlds within one ball.

The yarn is a bit heavier, with an added luster appearance, and therefore the balls, yardage-wise, are shorter, but the weight of 300 grams / 10.5 ounces is maintained.

Same Gauge You Can Trust

This version and the regular Bernat Blanket have the same gauge; this means you could mix and match the brands together for your own color and texture appeal.

Where to Get This Yarn?

Yarnspirations, of course. The new yarn has been seasoned perfectly for Fall 2026. Jewel tones that make you settle in for the winter season ahead.

It gives the yarn a cottagecore look and feel. Settle in for a movie, book, or just contemplate life.

Make every stitch a personal therapy journey. Below is my own Starry Night pattern. I can see this yarn being used for this. Just check the yarn quantities

Crochet Starry Night Laying Flat Blanket Pattern + Tutorial