Organic cotton yarn for knitting and eco-friendly wool with GOTS certification

Q: What does GOTS certification guarantee in a yarn or wool?

GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard) guarantees that the fibre comes from organic cultivation and that the entire process —spinning, dyeing and packaging— meets strict environmental and social criteria. It is the most recognised organic textile certification: when a yarn carries this certification or appears as GOTS textile, you know it is a GOTS-certified fibre with full traceability.

Q: How do you wash organic cotton yarn?

Most organic cotton yarns can be machine washed on a delicate cycle with cold water. Even so, to extend the life of your garments, we recommend hand washing and drying flat. Organic cotton yarn is cared for in the same way as any quality cotton; always check the label, as blends with wool may need more careful washing.

Q: Is organic cotton as hard-wearing as conventional cotton?

Yes. Certified organic cotton is just as hard-wearing and durable as conventional cotton; the difference lies in how it is grown and processed, not in the quality of the fibre. It offers good twist, works well when knitted or crocheted, and is resistant to use, with the added benefit of being free from chemicals.

Q: What natural fibres for knitting does this collection include?

It brings together natural fibres for knitting of organic origin: 100% organic cotton, GOTS-certified organic wool, and organic wool and cotton blends. These are organic yarns and eco-friendly yarns designed for anyone looking to knit responsibly, with weights ranging from fine (fingering) to medium (DK) and a good range of colours.

At Garmon Yarns, we bring together a selection of organic cotton yarn for knitting and eco-friendly wool with the assurance of GOTS certification, the world’s most recognised organic textile standard. There are 5 lines from 3 specialist brands, including Scheepjes and Gazzal, in 100% organic cotton, certified organic wool and blends, with weights ranging from fine yarn (fingering) to medium yarn (DK). Soft-touch fibres, suitable for sensitive skin, for anyone who wants to buy GOTS-certified organic cotton yarn without checking label after label.

BC GARN - Bio Shetland GOTS - Madejas azules junto a una prenda tejida y varias agujas en una encimera de cemento

Organic

BC GARN - Bio Shetland GOTS (organic wool) 50 g

6,85 €

+ 30

GAZZAL - Organic Baby Cotton - Imágen Principal

-9%

GAZZAL - Organic Baby Cotton (GOTS-certified organic cotton) 50 g

3,75 €

~~4,14 €~~

+ 12

Candy Floss - Imagen de composición de los 52 colores de Candy Floss

Scheepjes - Candy Floss (GOTS mercerised organic cotton) 20 g

2,20 €

+ 38

BC GARN - Bio Balance GOTS - Imágen Detalle 3 madejas - 1

Organic

BC GARN - Bio Balance GOTS (organic wool and cotton blend) 50 g

6,85 €

+ 16

Scheepjes Organicon (200) Clouded Crystal

-16%

Scheepjes - Organicon (GOTS-certified organic cotton) 50 g

3,80 €

~~4,50 €~~

+ 64

Scheepjes

26 Products

BC Garn

2 Products

Gazzal

4 Products

Lana Fingering: hilos finos y versátiles para tejer

Fingering Weight

16 Products

Hilo y lana para bebé: Aptas para pieles sensibles

Baby yarns: Suitable for sensitive skin

22 Products

Ovillos de hilo de algodón para tejer a crochet y punto

Cotton yarn balls for crochet and knitting

43 Products

Organic cotton yarn for knitting with the assurance of GOTS certification

This collection brings together all our organic cotton yarn for knitting and our eco-friendly wool under one shared criterion: GOTS certification. Rather than checking brand by brand, at Garmon Yarns we have gathered 5 lines of verified organic fibres, designed for knitting with the reassurance of a controlled origin.

We work with three types of organic fibre, all certified:

▷ 100% organic cotton from Scheepjes and Gazzal, in weights ranging from fine (fingering) to medium (DK).
▷ GOTS-certified organic wool, fine, for projects with texture and colour.
▷ Organic wool and cotton blend, soft and versatile for garments and accessories.

Altogether, a good variety of colours to combine in any project.

What is the difference between organic cotton and conventional cotton?

Organic cotton is grown without pesticides or chemical fertilisers and, when it carries the GOTS certification, that assurance extends to the entire process: spinning, dyeing and packaging. The result is a cleaner fibre, soft to the touch and free from toxic residues, compared with conventional cotton, whose cultivation and dyeing do use chemicals.

If your project does not require certified fibre, you can also view our collection of conventional cotton yarns. But if you are looking for certified organic cotton, with full traceability and suitable for the most delicate skin, this is your selection.

Is organic cotton suitable for babies and sensitive skin?

Yes. GOTS-certified organic cotton is free from harmful substances, making it especially safe for baby’s skin and for people with sensitive skin or a tendency to allergies. These are soft fibres that do not itch, even in direct contact with the skin, without causing irritation.

That is why organic cotton for babies is one of the organic yarns we are asked for most often, and an organic yarn suitable for sensitive skin. If you knit for little ones, you will find more options in our collection of yarn and wool for babies, with soft fibres from a safe origin.

Organic yarns for amigurumi, garments and accessories

Organic cotton for amigurumi works very well: it has good body, defines stitches clearly and keeps the shape of each piece. Medium weights (DK) are among the most commonly used for dolls and accessories, while fine weights (fingering) are used for lightweight garments, shawls and summer clothing. One organic fibre for many projects.

It is also a very versatile organic cotton yarn for crochet, with a variety of colours that makes combining easy. If you want to buy GOTS-certified organic cotton yarn with the assurance of the certification, here you have a selection ready to knit; and for dolls, you can also view our collection of yarn and wool for amigurumi.