Synthetic · Beginner
Acrylic
Synthetic fibre
Affordable, colour-fast and machine washable — the practical fibre for blankets and toys.
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Fibers & Yarns
Fibre decides whether a piece stands up, drapes, stretches or shines. It is chosen after the purpose, never before.
Every fibre listed here is one we work with or one you will meet in patterns — never presented as mandatory for any design.
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Animal fibre · Intermediate
Alpaca
Natural fibre
Warmer than wool, with heavy drape and a soft halo — luxurious but structurally lazy.
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Bamboo Viscose
Semi-synthetic fibre
Cool, silky and heavily draping — a plant-derived alternative to silk at a fraction of the cost.
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Chenille & Velvet Yarn
Novelty fibre
Plush polyester pile that makes toys irresistibly soft — and hides every stitch you make.
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Cotton
Natural fibre
Crisp, strong and stitch-defining — the default fibre for flowers, bags and homeware.
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Hemp
Natural fibre
The toughest common plant yarn — for bags, plant hangers and pieces that must not stretch.
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Jute & Raffia
Natural fibre group
Papery, structural fibres for summer bags, sun hats and baskets that stand up on their own.
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Linen
Natural fibre
Stiff and unyielding on the hook, then softening with every wash into beautiful drape.
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Mercerized Cotton
Treated natural fibre
Cotton treated for lustre and strength — the classic thread of doilies and fine lace.
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Merino Wool
Natural fibre
Fine, soft, springy wool that blocks beautifully and forgives uneven tension.
Read entryNovelty · Intermediate
Metallic & Lurex Thread
Accent fibre
Fine sparkle threads carried alongside a main yarn for festive and bridal accents.
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Mohair
Natural fibre
A lustrous halo fibre from angora goats — glamorous, and unforgiving of frogging.
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Organic Cotton
Certified natural fibre
Cotton grown and processed without synthetic pesticides — the studio choice for baby pieces.
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Shetland Wool
Breed-specific fibre
Light, slightly rustic wool that blooms after washing and can be spun gossamer-fine.
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Silk
Natural fibre
High sheen, cool hand and superb strength — with no elasticity whatsoever.
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T-Shirt Yarn
Recycled material
Wide jersey strips from textile offcuts — fast, chunky and ideal for rugs and baskets.
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