- Julia Aguam
- Sep 10, 2024
- 4 min read
Similar to many knitters and crocheters, I possess a large collection of yarn. Over time, I have come across yarns that I adore... and others that I'm not so fond of. So, I have compiled a list of my preferred and reliable yarn brands to pass along. I hope this list will help you in your search for the next addition to your stash! Quick note: None of this content is sponsored by any of the brands mentioned! I'm sharing my opinion based on personal use.
Super-B by Galler Yarns is a bulky merino yarn. It is INCREDIBLY soft and warm — definitely perfect for a chunky winter knit. I used a few of their colors to knit my own hockey jersey before a Seattle Kraken game! Super-B is on the pricier side, but I would say it's worth it for any project you would use long-term. Learn more about this yarn on the Galler Yarns website. TLDR; Slow Loops Rating Workability: 8/10
Shedding: 7/10 (there's some pilling, but that's to be expected) Feel: 2/10 (Definitely soft!) Color Options: 9/10
Care: Handwash & air dry
Price: $$$
I LOVE this yarn. Plymouth DK Superwash Merino is so soft while still being lightweight. Since it's washable, I love to use it to knit baby clothes or gifts for other people. My only qualm with this yarn, is that it splits easy while knitting (this is common with thinner yarns), but I still consider this one of my top favorite yarns. Check out all of the color options here! TLDR; Slow Loops Rating Workability: 8/10 (very easy to work with, but separates easily when knitting)
Shedding: 3/10 Feel: 4/10 Color Options: 9/10
Care: Machine washable
Price: $
Another thicky yarn, the Loopy Mango Merino No.5. Being a merino wool yarn, it's very soft and produces fairly stretchy knits. I love this yarn because it doesn't shed or split too much while knitting with it! Loopy Mango is also on the higher end when it comes to pricing, but absolutely worth the price, especially if you're looking for something that knits up quick, but still looks neat. TLDR; Slow Loops Rating Workability: 10/10
Shedding: 4/10 Feel: 2/10 Color Options: 6/10
Care: Hand wash & air dry
Price: $$$
Loopy Mango Dream is a worsted weight yarn with a similar feel to the Merino No. 5. I've knit a few swatches with this yarn and I think it would work great for a blanket or scarf due to its softness and the playful color options. To be honest, I don't think you could go wrong with anything Loopy Mango. TLDR; Slow Loops Rating Workability: 10/10
Shedding: 4/10 Feel: 2/10 Color Options: 6/10
Care: Hand wash & air dry
Price: $$
On a recent trip to Maine, I stopped at The Yarn Sellar and purchased a few skeins of Urth Yarns Lanalpaca in a beautiful eggplant-esque purple. I'm knitting a fluffy sweater for myself, and so far, I have no complaints! It's a bit more challenging to knit with this yarn due to the fuzziness (it's hard to see individual stitches), but the perk is the finished project won't reveal mistakes! Urth Yarns has several different weight yarns and I'm definitely going to try out more in the future. Another great benefit of Urth, is their contribution to the environment! Each skein purchased plants one tree in Africa via Trees for the Future. Take a peek at their collection here. TLDR; Slow Loops Rating Workability: 5/10
Shedding: 0/10 Feel: 1/10 Color Options: 5/10
Care: Hand wash & air dry
Price: $$$
Woolfolk is another amazing yarn brand, and I will die on that hill. If I'm ever looking for yarn for a new project, this is the place I look first. The Woolfolk Fleck Bulky yarn is a tweed bulky yarn, but don't be fooled by "tweed", it's SO SOFT. I've knit a perfect Fall sweater in the FKB2 color (a neutral oat tone) and I can't wait to wear it once it starts getting chilly. The only complaint I would have for this yarn, is that it does start to pill and get a bit fuzzy as you knit with it/wear it, however, the softness makes it totally worth it. It's great choice, if you're looking for more neutral color options for a project. See the color options here. TLDR; Slow Loops Rating Workability: 7/10
Shedding/Pilling: 5/10 Feel: 1/10 Color Options: 3/10
Care: Hand wash & air dry
Price: $$$
Okay last favorite, and another Woolfolk product! Woolfolk Flette is a lighter weight yarn with a braid-like structure. This yarn is more like a teddy or boucle yarn compared to the Fleck, and I've knit one of my most-worn sweaters in the color 01 (a light grey). I can't emphasize the softness enough! It makes for a great layering sweater or blanket since it's so lightweight, but still very warm. Similar to the Fleck, the color options are limited to neutrals, but are so beautiful. Check out Woolfolk Flette here.
TLDR; Slow Loops Rating Workability: 4/10 (due to the boucle texture, it's a bit hard to see individual stitches)
Shedding/Pilling: 2/10 Feel: 2/10 Color Options: 3/10
Care: Hand wash & air dry
Price: $$
Final Thoughts
Overall, I've learned that quality yarn is so important when knitting or crocheting! It is definitely more expensive, and there are many alternatives that are less pricey, but I find that spending a bit more on materials results in projects that I actually wear and love. These are just a few of my favorites and as my collection grows (I'm sure I'll never stop purchasing yarn), I'll update this list. I'd love to hear what some of your favorite yarns or materials are, feel free to comment on this post.
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