Alpaca & wool blends
Different loft and softness options for projects such as sweaters, scarves and accessories.
YARN CATEGORIES
Natural and luxury fiber yarns
Discover wool, alpaca, mohair, cotton and silk yarn families.
NATURAL FIBERS
What makes natural fibers distinctive?
Natural-fiber knitting yarns are made using materials such as wool, alpaca, cotton, silk and mohair. They vary in warmth, lightness, drape, surface feel and care requirements. Choosing a yarn is therefore about the intended project as much as the appearance.
Alpaca, mohair and wool blends have featured prominently in GSC Tekstil's historical yarn collections. Since ranges evolve, use current product descriptions and fiber labels to confirm specifications.
Fiber groups to know
Mohair & airy textures
Yarns that can bring a light, brushed or translucent appearance to knitting.
Cotton & blends
Cotton-based compositions with different hand-feel and seasonal applications.
Silk-containing yarns
Fiber blends that may offer distinctive sheen and drape depending on construction.
How to select a yarn
Start with the project's recommended yarn weight, gauge and desired fabric. Then compare fiber percentages, care instructions and colors. Two yarns described with the same fiber can still differ substantially in construction and performance.
This guide introduces yarn families. Check the current product page for specific fiber content, care information and stock availability.
Natural fibers: what buyers should check
Composition and blends
Natural fibers are frequently blended with other fibers to balance texture, strength, elasticity and care requirements. A yarn described by its main fiber may still contain a blend; always confirm the composition on the specific product label.
Project suitability
Different yarn structures suit different applications. For example, warmth, stitch definition, drape and washability influence the choice for sweaters, accessories and home projects. A swatch is useful before committing to a larger project.
Care and consistency
Check recommended needle size, approximate weight/length, washing advice and dye-lot information where provided. These specifications can differ between products or production batches.