Weaving Yarn

We stock yarn on cones, perfect for weaving on rigid heddle, floor looms and more.  Choose from cotton, wool, mercerized cotton and cotton linen yarn blends that won't break easily and will hold up under warp tension.  Make sure you get a strong plied yarn for your warp like brown sheep weavers wool warp.

Weaving Yarn Built for Crafters Who Refuse to Settle

There is something deeply satisfying about sitting down at your loom with yarn that actually behaves. Yarn that holds tension beautifully, produces a clean shed, and makes the finished cloth look like you really knew what you were doing. That is exactly what we have always stocked here at Paradise Fibers, and it is exactly why weavers keep coming back to us year after year. Our weaving yarns are carefully selected for quality, and we do not carry anything we would not use ourselves.

We have been a trusted name among fiber artists since 1997, and Sara and Travis are personally involved in every product decision made at this shop. When you buy weaving yarn from Paradise Fibers, you are buying something that a real weaver has evaluated, not something a purchasing algorithm picked off a wholesale list.

Weaving Yarn for Every Project and Every Loom

Whether you are working on a rigid heddle loom, a floor loom, or a table loom, the right yarn makes all the difference. Our collection covers a wide range of fiber types, weights, and constructions so you can match your yarn to your project with confidence.

- Wool weaving yarn — Wool is a weaver's best friend. It has natural elasticity, it blooms beautifully after wet finishing, and it produces cloth with gorgeous drape and warmth. Our weaving wool yarn selection includes everything from fine merino to rustic single breeds, sourced from farms we actually trust and believe in.

- 10/2 cotton weaving yarn — A staple of the weaving world for good reason. The 10/2 cotton is smooth, strong, and produces crisp, clean cloth perfect for towels, placemats, and garment fabric. It is one of the most popular choices for weavers at every skill level.

- 16/2 cotton weaving yarn — Finer than the 10/2, this weight is ideal for more delicate projects where you want a lighter hand and a tighter sett. Beautiful for lace structures and fine tableware.

- Weaving yarn cones — For weavers who go through yarn at a serious rate, cones are the smart way to buy. Better value per yard, easier to work with at the loom, and less stopping to wind new butterflies mid project. We stock a wide selection of cone yarns across multiple fiber types and weights.

Weaving Yarns for Sale from a Source You Can Actually Trust

One thing that sets Paradise Fibers apart from the big box competition is that we are not a corporation. Every single one of our competitors in the specialty fiber space has been gobbled up by private equity firms over the last several years. We have not sold out and we never will. What that means for you is that the people answering your questions and fulfilling your orders genuinely care about this craft and this community.

When you are searching for weaving yarns for sale from weaving yarn suppliers who actually know their product, you have found the right place. We are happy to help you figure out which yarn works best for your specific project, your loom, and your goals. Just hit the chat bubble on the bottom right of the screen and one of our team members will be right there with real, practical advice.

Fast Shipping on All Weaving Yarn Orders

We offer same day shipping on most orders and free shipping on orders over $99. So whether you are restocking your cone supply or experimenting with a new wool weave yarn for an upcoming project, your order will be on its way to you fast. Browse the full collection of weaving yarn below and start planning your next weave.

Frequently Asked Questions

You can use knitting yarn for weaving, but there are important differences to understand before you do. Warp threads - the threads that run lengthwise on your loom under tension - need to be strong, smooth, and low stretch. Many knitting yarns, especially singles and soft woolen spun fibers, are too fragile or too stretchy to hold up well under warp tension. For the weft (the threads woven across the warp), knitting yarn works quite well and adds beautiful color and texture. Dedicated weaving yarns, particularly cotton and wool on cones, are engineered for consistent tension and strength, which is why most weavers stock both.

The notation system for weaving yarn describes the size and ply of the thread. In the 10/2 designation, the first number (10) refers to the count or fineness of the yarn - the higher the number, the finer the individual thread. The second number (2) refers to the number of plies twisted together. So 10/2 cotton is a two ply yarn made from size 10 cotton thread, and 16/2 cotton is a finer two ply made from size 16 thread. The higher the first number, the more threads per inch your finished cloth will have. 10/2 is a versatile everyday weaving weight, while 16/2 is used for finer cloth and more delicate projects.

Calculating warp yardage requires knowing your sett (how many warp ends per inch), the width of your weaving, and the length of your warp including loom waste (the portions that cannot be woven). A simple formula: multiply your ends per inch by the weaving width, then multiply that by the total warp length plus about 30 inches for loom waste and fringe. For weft, a general estimate is that you will use a similar total yardage for weft as you do for warp on a balanced plain weave. Online weaving calculators can be helpful, and our team is happy to walk you through the math for any specific project.

Weaving yarn is sold both ways. Cones are the most common format for serious weavers who go through yarn regularly - they are more economical per yard, easier to use directly on the loom without rewinding, and they last through multiple projects. Skeins are more accessible for beginners who want to try a variety of yarns without committing to large quantities. If you are just getting started, buying a few skeins to experiment is a great approach. Once you know which yarns and colors you love and go through most, switching to cones makes a lot of practical and financial sense.

Beyond strength, weaving yarns tend to be more tightly spun and plied than knitting yarns, which gives them a smoother surface that slides through the heddle and reed cleanly without abrading or catching. They also tend to have less halo and surface fuzz than many knitting yarns, which is important in warp where fiber fuzzing can cause threads to stick together and create weaving problems. Weaving yarns are also commonly available on large cones and in a much wider range of specific weights and counts designed to hit precise sett calculations. That precision matters a lot more in weaving than in most knitting contexts.

Cotton is the most popular weaving fiber for utility cloth like dish towels, placemats, and napkins - it is durable, washable, and gets better with use. Wool is wonderful for wraps, blankets, upholstery fabric, and anything where warmth and drape matter. Linen is excellent for summer cloth, table linens, and anything that benefits from a natural, slightly rustic texture. Silk adds incredible drape and luminosity, often used as weft in luxury garments and decorative pieces. For rigid heddle weavers, a smooth cotton or wool weaving yarn in a size appropriate for your heddle's sett is the most practical starting point.