Types of yarn

Elopy

Hey there, fellow knitters! I’ve been diving into the wonderful world of yarn fibers lately, and wow—what a colorful, cozy maze it can be! From soft wool that keeps you warm on chilly days, to silky bamboo that feels like a gentle hug, and even those snuggly alpaca blends that make you want to wrap yourself up and never let go. I’m curious—what are your absolute favorite fibers to knit with, and why? Do you have any special projects that just demand a certain kind of yarn? And on the flip side, are there any fibers you try to avoid? Let’s chat about the pros and cons of different fibers and maybe discover some new favorites together. Can’t wait to hear your thoughts!

chou

The world of yarn is simply wonderful. I have been knitting and crocheting for many years and over time I have developed my own preferences. If I knit thick winter sweaters I prefer sheep's wool. If I knit baby clothes, on the other hand, it is usually merino wool or a wool/cotton blend. I sometimes use alpaca for hats and scarves because of its softness. For crocheting it is always cotton, both thick and thin. On the other hand, I never use acrylic or synthetic fibers.

TestKnit

I second Chou, natural fibers for the win. I recently discovered a really soft cotton fingering weight yarn, that could easily pass for a wool. Of course, it's not as elastic! But definetly soft. I love wool though, merino is the easiest to find where I live so I use that. It's worth the price! I do however use blends with polyester if I'm knitting socks, because I find it makes it more resistant in the sole of the sock. I like to walk without shoes in the house, so warm socks that last long are required!