Yarn Online: How to Choose Yarn for Knitting and Crochet

If you are looking for yarn online, it is important not only to find a beautiful colour, but also to understand what kind of project that particular yarn is suitable for. Knitting, crochet, socks, sweaters, children's clothing, summer tops, or cosy accessories all call for different fibre contents, thicknesses, and feels in the hand.

In the Charlotte Fabrics yarn collection, you can browse different types of yarn online and choose the most suitable one for you by manufacturer, composition, or intended craft project. You can find yarn here: yarn online.

How do you choose yarn online?

Before ordering, think about what you want to knit or crochet. One yarn may be better suited to a light shawl, another to a warm cardigan, socks, or a crocheted bag. If you want a practical everyday item, pay attention to the yarn composition and how easy it is to care for. If softness matters most, look at merino, alpaca, mohair, or other softer blends.

Yarn by composition

In the online yarn shop, you can browse by composition. For example, wool yarn is often chosen for warmer knits, cotton yarn is suitable for lighter and more breathable projects, while mohair yarn gives knitting an airy, fluffy feel. Acrylic, bamboo, linen, merino, silk, raffia, plush, and other yarns are also available and can be adapted to different craft projects.

Yarn by manufacturer

Many shoppers also look for yarn by manufacturer. In the Charlotte Fabrics yarn section, you can easily browse manufacturers and brands such as DROPS, Alize, Gazzal, YarnArt, Schachenmayr, Scheepjes, Nako, Woolovit, Pāces dzija, and others. This helps you quickly find a yarn you already know or compare similar options in one place.

Can you buy cheap yarn online?

When looking for cheap yarn online, it is important to consider not only the price, but also the yarn's intended use. A cheaper yarn can be a very good choice for larger projects, learning, toys, decorations, or everyday craft work. For more special knits, however, it is sometimes worth choosing yarn based on composition, softness, and the feel while wearing it.

Where to buy yarn online?

If you want to easily browse different yarns in one place, Charlotte Fabrics online yarn shop is suitable for both knitting and crochet. You can choose yarn by composition, manufacturer, or project type, order online, and receive it with delivery in Latvia or Europe.

You can also view the yarn in person at our store in Cēsis, Jāņa Poruka iela 23, T/C SOLO. This is convenient if you want to see the colours and texture in real life, but for online ordering, the yarn collection is available at any time.