This beautiful throw, afghan, blanket is made from a 100 percent quality acrylic yarn. The magenta, raspberry, or fuschia color is a standout in any room. The yarn has a "washed look to it." See the close up picture and you will see how the thread changes ever so slightly in color..from a deeper magenta to a lighter shade. This is NOT a burgundy or maroon blanket. It has more pink--magenta..raspberry, fuschia. Stitching is tight and even, and there are no crocheting errors in this blanket. I've crocheted most of my life and know how to get lines and edges even--mostly through experience and experimenting with different yarns. This one adds a great splash of color to any room and will certainly be a conversation piece.