Journal

Every yarn has its own texture before we even begin stitching. This week, we’re looking at how smooth, fluffy, crisp, drapey and flecked yarns shape the fabric we make, and how choosing the right base can help a project feel beautiful to knit, crochet and wear.

Yarn choice shapes so much more than how a project looks — it influences how it feels to knit, how it wears, and how often you reach for it. In this post, we explore how different fibres and textures can transform sweaters, shawls, and everyday pieces, and how to choose yarn with the finished garment in mind.