Yarn

We’ve got a yarn collection that’s ready to spark your creativity, featuring top-quality brands like Malabrigo, Brown Sheep, Cascade, and more! From vibrant hand-dyed variegated yarns to reliable staples, there’s a yarn here for every project. For natural fibers, start with our wool yarn.

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Yarns for Every Knitting, Crochet, and Fiber Project

There is nothing quite like being in a room full of beautiful yarns to get your creative juices flowing. Knitters, crocheters, and weavers all know how color, texture, and fiber can get a new project going. We have been helping fiber artists find the perfect yarn for their knitting, crochet, or weaving yarn for their specialized projects for decades. Our mission has always been quite simple.

We strive to offer our customers high-quality yarns, honest advice, and a welcoming environment in which to shop for your yarn needs. Our selection of all yarns is carefully chosen for how wonderful they will feel in your hands and how beautifully they will perform on your needles, hooks, or looms.

Finding the Perfect Yarn for Your Next Project

One of the most enjoyable aspects of a crafting project is selecting the appropriate yarn for your project. The yarn matters more than almost anything else, from the feel and texture while you work to the look and feel of the finished project.

Some knitters enjoy playing with different techniques such as yarn over patterns and using yarns that highlight their texture. Others enjoy working with yarns that have unique colors and softness, such as finding another yarn that can help bring their ideas to life. Whatever your preference, it can help open the door to new ideas and possibilities that you may have not considered before.

We at Paradise Fibers are surrounded by yarn and fibers every day of our lives. We knit, spin, weave, and crochet, and we understand the excitement of finding yarns that feel just right for your next project.

A Yarn Shop Built by Fiber Artists

Paradise Fibers has been part of the fiber arts community since 1997. What started as a passion for quality fibers has grown into one of the most beloved yarn shops on the West Coast. Our store, located in a restored historic bakery in Spokane, is filled with thousands of skeins, tools, and fiber supplies for creative makers.

When you visit the yarn shop in person or browse online, you are stepping into a space run by people who truly love the craft. We are not a corporate retailer. We are a family-owned business that believes the best yarn shop experience comes from knowledgeable staff, high-quality materials, and a welcoming community.

Customers often tell us they feel inspired the moment they start to shop yarn here. That excitement is exactly what keeps us passionate about what we do.

Why Quality Yarns Make All the Difference

Not all yarns are created equally. Some lower-quality yarns will split, stretch, or even have a rough texture during knitting. That's why we stick to high-quality yarn that's easier to work with.

Working with high-quality yarn ensures that your stitches are more consistent and your patterns are easier to follow. Techniques such as yarn under or lace stitches using a yarn over are more enjoyable with smooth yarn gliding across your needles or hook.

From soft merino wool to durable cotton yarn and specialty fibers, our collection of yarns is picked for crafters who care about quality and creativity.

Explore Yarns and Start Your Next Creation

If you are looking to procure your very first skein of yarn or are looking to procure another one to add to your collection, you need to understand that the right yarn can change your overall craft experience. While some crafts require basic yarn to get the job done, others require something special to create something new and innovative.

At Paradise Fibers, we love helping makers explore the world of yarns. Browse our collection, discover beautiful colors and textures, and find the perfect yarn to bring your next project to life.

Once you start creating with quality fiber, it is hard to imagine crafting with no yarn on hand. That is why so many makers return to Paradise Fibers whenever inspiration strikes and it is time to shop for yarn again.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yarn weight refers to how thick or thin a yarn is, and it directly affects the size of your needles or hook, your stitch gauge, and the look and feel of your finished fabric. Most patterns will specify a recommended yarn weight, so if you are following a pattern, that is your starting point. If you are designing your own project, think about what the finished item needs to do - chunky and bulky weights are great for cozy blankets and outerwear, while fingering and sport weights are better for socks, shawls, and lighter garments. Our team is always happy to help you match the right yarn to your specific project.

It matters quite a bit depending on what you are making and who it is for. Natural fibers like wool, alpaca, cotton, and silk have properties that synthetics simply cannot replicate - wool regulates temperature and has natural elasticity, alpaca is incredibly soft and warm, cotton breathes well and is great for summer projects. Acrylic yarns are more affordable, machine washable, and very durable, making them a practical choice for items that will need frequent washing, like children's toys or everyday blankets. We carry both, but our passion is for high quality natural fibers sourced from farms and producers we trust.

A general rule of thumb for a basic adult pullover sweater is around 1,000 to 2,000 yards depending on the yarn weight and the size of the garment - lighter weight yarns in larger sizes will need more yardage, while chunky yarns in smaller sizes need less. A throw blanket typically requires 1,500 to 3,000 yards. A hat uses around 100 to 200 yards and a pair of socks around 350 to 400 yards per pair in fingering weight. When in doubt, buy a little extra - dye lots can vary between batches, and leftover yarn never goes to waste.

Many of our customers have sensitive skin, and we stock plenty of options for them. Superwash merino, alpaca, cotton, bamboo, and plant based fiber yarns are all popular choices for people who react to standard wool. If you have a known lanolin sensitivity, plant fibers or synthetic blends are typically the safest route. If you are knitting for a baby or someone with very reactive skin, we recommend reaching out through our chat so we can point you toward the softest, most hypoallergenic options in our current stock. We know our inventory well and we are glad to help you navigate it.

The difference is significant. Big box craft stores carry mass produced, commercially spun yarns that prioritize cost and shelf life over quality or fiber integrity. The yarns we carry are small batch, carefully sourced, and selected by people who actually spin, knit, weave, and crochet. We work with independent dyers, family run mills, and respected international brands that have earned their reputation over decades. You will find fiber types at Paradise Fibers - like hand dyed merino, qiviut, yak, and small batch single breed wools - that you simply cannot get at a chain craft store.

Yarn stores best in a cool, dry, and dark environment away from direct sunlight, which can fade dyed fibers over time. Natural fibers like wool and alpaca should be stored with cedar blocks or lavender sachets to deter moths - never mothballs, which can damage fiber and leave a harsh chemical smell. Keep yarn in breathable bags or bins rather than sealed plastic, which can trap moisture. Avoid storing yarn in high humidity areas like basements or bathrooms. If you are storing yarn for a long period, check it periodically to make sure no pests have found their way in.