Yarn & Fabrics
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Yarn is sold by fiber — wool, merino, alpaca, cotton, linen, silk and blends — and by weight, from lace and fingering through sport, DK, worsted and bulky. Independent dyers produce small batches in distinctive colorways, which is why dye lots matter for larger projects.
Fabric is sold by the yard or meter, or in precut bundles such as fat quarters for quilting. Common types include quilting cotton, cotton lawn, linen, double gauze, jersey and other knits, denim, wool suiting and deadstock fabric from garment production.
Fiber and weave determine how a project drapes, wears and washes, so match the material to your pattern rather than color alone.
Buying yarn and fabric
- Check yarn weight, fiber, yardage per skein and recommended needle or hook size against your pattern.
- Buy enough of the same dye lot for the whole project; hand-dyed skeins can vary between batches.
- For fabric, confirm width, weight, fiber content and stretch, and whether it is sold by the yard or meter.
- Pre-wash fabric if it may shrink, and ask the seller about colorfastness for bold dyes.
- Screens show color differently, so look for daylight photos or ask for a swatch.
Questions about yarn & fabrics
What does dye lot mean, and why does it matter?
A dye lot is a batch of yarn dyed together. Skeins from different lots can differ slightly in shade, so buy enough from one lot for a garment.
How is fabric sold — can I buy a specific length?
Most sellers sell by the yard or meter, sometimes with half-yard options, and cut continuous lengths. Check the listing or ask the seller.
What yarn weight should I use?
Use the weight your pattern calls for and check your gauge with a swatch. Substituting a different weight changes the size and feel of the finished piece.