easy newbie crochet yarn recommendations

[Adasmommy]

As mentioned in my other post, I'm using cheap acrylic yarn while I learn, but once I'm convinced I can make a passable pair of wool longies, which yarn should I get? Can I expect to find something locally, or will online be better? Here are my criteria:

Easy to work with for someone new to crochet.
I would love to have something supersoft for my newborn, if I can afford it.
Obviously, something that makes a good, absorbant cover for a newborn.
Cheap would be nice, but I might be willing to splurge if it was worth it.

I'm planning to use this pattern unless one of you talks me out of it:
http://withatangledskein.blogspot.co...het-pants.html

It says:
This pattern is worked with worsted weight wool yarn
Hook size G, Gauge 4 stitches per inch, 4 rows per inch in sc, or whatever hook you need to maintain gauge.

[cristeen]

I'd start with Patton's. You should be able to find it at just about any craft store (Joann's, Michael's, Beverly's). It's pretty cheap, especially if you luck out and catch a sale. Once you've done a few in Patton's, you can move on to more expensive yarn if you like, but I personally really like the feel of Patton's, and the price can't be beat.

[Adasmommy]

Thanks!