Is Drops Safran suitable for amigurumi?

<div class="faq-answer"> <p>Yes, <strong>Safran is one of the most widely used cotton yarns</strong> thanks to its balanced twist and long combed fibre, which produces very defined stitches and a clean finish. Its Sport weight with a 3 mm hook allows you to work small pieces with good volume.</p> <p>Remember that amigurumi is usually crocheted with a tighter stitch than the one indicated on the label, so many crocheters go down to a 2.5 mm hook so the stuffing does not show between the stitches. You can see alternatives in the <a href="https://www.garmonyarns.com/en/collections/amigurumi-yarn" title="View yarns for amigurumi at Garmon Yarns">yarns for amigurumi collection</a>.</p></div>

What reviews does Drops Safran have?

<div class="faq-answer"> <p>Crocheters’ and knitters’ reviews highlight three recurring points: its <strong>soft feel</strong> despite being a cotton yarn, the <strong>strength of the strand</strong> when unravelling, and the <strong>quality of the colour</strong>, which stays bright after washing. The most recent reviews describe it as an easy yarn to work with and very good value for money.</p></div>

Is there a Mix version or only Drops Safran Uni Colour?

<div class="faq-answer"> <p>No, there is no Mix version. In the <strong>Safran colour range there are only Uni Colour shades</strong>. It is a wide range of more than 45 solid plain colours, with no tonal blends in the yarn.</p></div>

Is Safran yarn safe for babies?

<div class="faq-answer"> <p>Yes. This yarn has <strong>Oeko-Tex® Standard 100 Class I certification</strong>, the strictest level, which certifies the absence of harmful substances and makes it suitable for items in direct contact with the skin of babies aged 0 to 3 years. It is a popular choice for blankets, bibs and newborn clothing.</p></div>

Does Safran cotton bobble with use?

<div class="faq-answer"> <p><strong>It does not usually form noticeable pilling</strong>. Combed Egyptian cotton has long fibres that do not tangle easily with each other, and the yarn’s double twist in pairs and multiple strands reinforces this resistance. Garments keep their clean finish after several washes, provided the gentle cycle at 40 °C is followed.</p></div>

Are there free patterns for Drops Safran?

<div class="faq-answer"> <p>Yes. The manufacturer publishes dozens of free patterns designed specifically for this yarn, from summer tops and dresses to baby blankets and crocheted toys. In its pattern library you can filter by yarn, size and tension to get the exact ball conversion for each project.</p></div>

How many balls do I need for a typical project?

<div class="faq-answer"> <p>Quantities vary depending on size and pattern, but as an approximate guide:</p> <ul> <li>▷ Summer top size M: approximately 6-7 balls.</li> <li>▷ Simple baby blanket: approximately 8-10 balls.</li> <li>▷ Small 15-20 cm amigurumi: 1-2 balls.</li> <li>▷ Adult vest top: 5-6 balls.</li> </ul><p>Check our ball calculator on this same page, below the product colour selector, and access a wide range of projects to calculate yours.</p></div></div>

DROPS Safran: combed Egyptian cotton yarn, Sport 50 g

Name: DROPS Safran: combed Egyptian cotton yarn, Sport 50 g
Brand: Drops
SKU: DRPS-104277
Price: 1.55 EUR
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)

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Drops Safran is a combed Egyptian cotton that is soft to the touch, resistant and breathable. Ideal for amigurumi, summer garments and baby items with Oeko-Tex Class I certification.

Composition:	100% Egyptian cotton
Yarn weight:	Sport
Weight/length:	50 g = approx. 160 m
Recommended needle size:	3 mm

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What is Drops Safran and why does it stand out?

Safran is a 100% combed Egyptian cotton yarn in the Sport group, made in the European Union with raw material grown in Egypt. Its long combed fibre construction produces a smooth strand, with natural shine and much greater strength than conventional cotton yarns.

Thanks to the quality of the fibre and its balanced twist, the yarn offers a soft feel from the very first stitch and keeps the garment’s shape wash after wash. It is one of the brand’s most recommended cotton yarns for anyone looking for quality without giving up an accessible price.

What is this Egyptian cotton used for?

Safran yarn is designed for garments and accessories where softness, breathability and stitch definition are valued. It is one of the ideal yarns for amigurumi thanks to its firmness, and it is a safe choice for baby items and summer projects thanks to its Oeko-Tex Class I certification.

Its most common uses include fresh garments, lightweight accessories and crocheted or knitted figures with defined stitches. The strand glides well over the needle or hook, does not fray when unravelling and allows you to work for hours without hand fatigue.

▷ Tops, T-shirts, dresses and fresh summer garments.
▷ Baby clothes, blankets and accessories from 0 months.
▷ Amigurumi and crocheted or knitted figures with well-defined stitches.
▷ Hats, bibs, cloths and small home accessories.

What colour range does Drops Safran have?

Drops Safran colours cover a wide palette of uni shades: wardrobe basics, delicate pastels and saturated brights. The range includes everything from white (uni colour 17) and off white (uni colour 19) to highly sought-after shades such as Safran 64 apple green, as well as blues, pinks and bright yellows.

All shades are solid and uniform along the strand, with no noticeable tonal variations between skeins of the same dye number. This makes it easy to combine several units in the same project and work with confidence that the result will keep an even finish.

Advantages of Safran yarn

The advantages of Drops Safran yarn combine the quality of combed Egyptian fibre with a very reasonable price for its category. This value for money is one of the reasons why many crocheters and knitters buy it again throughout the year.

▷ 100% combed Egyptian cotton, with long, soft and resistant fibre.
▷ Oeko-Tex® Class I certification: suitable for baby items from 0 months.
▷ Fine strand with good drape and very defined stitches in the final result.
▷ Variety of uni colours in basic, pastel and vibrant shades.
▷ Machine washable on a delicate cycle, with no noticeable loss of colour.
▷ Compatible with a wide range of patterns published by the manufacturer itself.

You can explore the full Drops brand catalogue at Garmon Yarns to combine this yarn with others from the same manufacturer.

How should you care for garments made with this cotton?

Caring for Drops Safran yarns is simple thanks to the stability provided by combed Egyptian cotton. Garments made with this strand can be machine washed on a delicate programme and keep their natural shine and soft feel even after multiple washes.

▷ Washing: machine wash, delicate cycle, maximum 40 °C.
▷ Drying: dry flat, without tumble drying, to preserve the garment’s shape.
▷ Ironing: low temperature, maximum 150 °C.
▷ Storage: fold flat and avoid hanging heavy garments.

Why buy Safran yarn at Garmon Yarns?

At Garmon Yarns we work with the brand’s official catalogue, allowing us to offer Drops Safran yarns with updated stock and fast shipping. Our team can advise you on quantities, substitutions and colour combinations so that every project goes ahead with the best choice from the very first ball.

If you are unsure between yarns or need to calculate the number of balls for a specific pattern, you can use our ball calculator or write to us before buying and we will give you a personalised recommendation. Also discover our selection of cotton yarns for knitting and crochet at Garmonyarns.com.

What should you know before working with this yarn?

Before starting a project, it is worth checking the yarn’s technical characteristics: tension, group, washing instructions and fibre origin. The following table includes all the manufacturer’s details so you can plan your materials accurately and choose the right pattern.

⁣Technical characteristics table

Composition:	100% combed Egyptian cotton
Yarn group:	A (23 - 26 stitches)
Yarn weight:	5 ply / sport
Weight / length:	50 g = approx. 160 m
Recommended needle size:	3 mm
Tension:	10 x 10 cm = 24 stitches x 32 rows
Garment care:	Machine wash on a delicate cycle at 40 °C. Dry flat
Made in:	European Union
Origin of raw material:	Cotton from Egypt
Certification:	Oeko-Tex® Standard 100, Class I (certificate 09.HBG.68250 by Hohenstein Institute). Product free from harmful substances and suitable for baby items from 0 to 3 years.