Type of composition and materials of yarns

Q: Which fibre should I choose for my project?

Start from the end use: cool, breathable fibres work well for summer; warm, elastic fibres for cosy garments; firm fibres for shaped pieces; and sustainable fibres if you are looking for responsible consumption. We classify the catalogue by composition so you can compare by property and choose the material that best suits your project.

Q: Which yarns are best for summer, and which are best for winter?

For summer, plant fibres work best: cool, lightweight and breathable. For winter, animal fibres provide warmth, softness and elasticity. Blends balance both qualities. Each family has its own collection within the yarns classified by composition, so you can go straight to the one that suits the season.

Q: What is the difference between natural and synthetic fibres?

Natural fibres stand out for their breathability and soft feel; synthetic fibres for their durability and easy care; and blends combine the best of both. Rather than one being better than the other, it is best to choose according to the project and the feel you want when knitting.

The types of yarn for knitting brought together in this collection are organised by composition, so you can choose the fibre according to what you are going to create. At Garmon Yarns, we group the entire catalogue by material —animal, plant-based, synthetic or sustainable— with most products certified to Oeko-Tex, EN71-3, GOTS or Tencel standards. This way, you can compare by property rather than by brand, and go straight to the fibre family you need for your next knitting or crochet project.

Virgin Wool / Merino Wool

20 Products

Alpaca Yarns

3 Products

Cashmere Yarns

1 Product

Mohair Yarns

2 Products

Angora Yarns

1 Product

Cotton Yarns

43 Products

Bamboo Yarns

1 Product

Linen Yarns

3 Products

Lyocell Yarns

1 Product

Recycled Yarns

4 Products

Polyamide Yarns

12 Products

Polyester Yarns

15 Products

Acrylic Yarns

23 Products

Viscose Yarns

3 Products

Silk Yarns

2 Products

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

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

Alaska Mix (04) Gris | Imagen de un ovillos de lana virgen sin tratar de la marca Drop Design en primera plano, de color Gris

DROPS - Alaska (natural untreated virgin wool) 50 g

2,15 €

+ 14

DROPS - Paris (Durable and Cool Combed Cotton) 50 g

1,45 €

+ 22

DROPS - Air (blown yarn in baby alpaca, merino and polyamide) 50 g

5,30 €

+ 19

Belle Uni Color (32) - Menta | Primer plano de 3 ovillos puestos de pie, tres colores verdes de diferente tonalidad

Suitable for vegans

DROPS Belle: DK Cotton, Viscose and Linen Yarn 50 g

2,20 €

+ 5

Drops Cotton Light Uni Colour (14) Turquesa Oscuro

DROPS Cotton Light: DK Cotton and Polyester Yarn 50 g

1,40 €

+ 18

DROPS Fiesta: Superwash Sock Wool 50 g

2,70 €

+ 4

DROPS Flora: Soft Wool and Superfine Alpaca Fingering 50 g

2,60 €

+ 19

3 conos de hilo metalizado Drops Glitter en color oro, plata y rojo

Fantasy

Drops Glitter: Metallised carry-along yarn with sparkle (700 m)

2,10 €

DROPS Kid-Silk: Super Kid Mohair and Mulberry Silk Lace, 25 g

5,05 €

+ 10

Merino Extra Fine uni colour 28, mar del norte

DROPS Merino Extra Fine (100% extra-fine merino DK) 50 g

3,75 €

+ 10

DROPS Nord: Soft Superfine Alpaca, Wool and Polyamide Fingering, 50 g

3,00 €

+ 8

DROPS Safran: combed Egyptian cotton yarn, Sport 50 g

1,55 €

+ 21

Erika Knight - British Blue Wool 25g - Imágen principal

Erika Knight - British Blue Wool (Bluefaced Leicester wool) 25 g

3,90 €

+ 5

Erika Knight - British Blue Wool Fingering Imágen Principal

Erika Knight - British Blue Wool Fingering (Bluefaced Leicester sheep) 100 g

7,90 €

+ 6

-18%

ETROFIL - Angora Lux (soft and durable Fingering yarn) 50 g

5,70 €

~~6,93 €~~

+ 2

ETROFIL - Etrofil Jeans - Imágen principal

-24%

ETROFIL - Etrofil Jeans (soft and breathable cotton Sport) 50 g

3,00 €

~~3,96 €~~

+ 14

-27%

ETROFIL - Punch (micro-acrylic for punch needle and amigurumi) 25 g

1,80 €

~~2,48 €~~

+ 14

Fibra Natura - Cotton Royal Color Waves - Composición de varios Cupcakes

-16%

FIBRA NATURA - Cotton Royal Color Waves (gradient cotton DK) 100 g

6,20 €

~~7,40 €~~

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Knitting Patterns

Which material should you choose for knitting according to your project?

Choose the material according to your project: for summer, cool and breathable fibres; for warm garments, warm and elastic fibres; for shaped pieces, firm fibres; and for responsible consumption, sustainable fibres. At Garmon Yarns, we group knitting materials by composition so you can compare by property and go straight to the family you need.

Each composition performs differently in terms of feel, drape and durability. To help guide you, this is the logic by family:

▷ Animal fibres: warm, elastic and soft, ideal for warm garments.
▷ Plant fibres: cool and breathable, perfect for spring and summer projects.
▷ Synthetic fibres: durable and easy-care, an easy material to work with.
▷ Sustainable fibres: certified and low-impact options, for knitting with responsible criteria.

Types of yarn for knitting by composition

We have classified all the different types of yarn for knitting by their composition, so you can reach the fibre you are looking for in one click, with a wide range of colours in each family. Below, you will find each material with its own collection: animal and plant fibres, synthetic blends and low-impact options, including our selection of sustainable yarns.

If you prefer to start with weight rather than material, you can also choose by yarn weights and combine both criteria to find the right match for your project.