Shop Yarn by Fiber Type
Different yarn fibers affect the softness, warmth, breathability, durability and drape of your finished project. Explore 100% acrylic, cotton, polyester and wool yarns, along with versatile fiber blends, to find the right material for your knitting or crochet project.
Acrylic – 100%
Easy-care, lightweight, and budget-friendly yarns ideal for daily wearables, blankets, and beginner-friendly projects.
Acrylic Blend
Soft and resilient yarns combining acrylic with cotton, wool, or other fibers for added texture, warmth, or sheen.
Cotton – 100%
Natural, breathable yarns ideal for babywear, kitchen accessories, and warm-weather crafting.
Cotton Blend
Combines cotton’s natural softness with added durability or stretch — includes eco-friendly recycled cotton options.
Polyester – 100%
Sturdy, fade-resistant yarns with a soft touch — perfect for amigurumi, home décor, and textured accessories.
Wool – 100%
Naturally insulating and breathable, pure wool is ideal for cozy sweaters, scarves, and winter essentials.
Wool Blend
A warm, versatile mix of wool and other fibers offering easy-care comfort with excellent stitch definition.
How to Choose the Right Yarn Fiber
The right yarn fiber depends on the feel, finish, care requirements and purpose of your project. Cotton is breathable and offers clear stitch definition, making it suitable for summer garments, baby projects, bags and home accessories. Acrylic is versatile, lightweight and easy to maintain, while polyester yarns such as chenille are a good choice when you want plush texture, durability or added volume.
For warm garments and winter accessories, wool provides natural insulation, while wool blends can combine warmth with easier care and added resilience. Blended yarns are useful when you want the qualities of more than one fiber, such as the softness of cotton with the durability of acrylic. Always check the yarn composition, recommended crochet hook or knitting needle size, and care instructions before beginning your project. For fitted garments, making a gauge swatch will also help you achieve the intended size and drape.
Not sure which yarn will suit your project?