Cotton Weaving Yarn - (Ne 16/2) - 227g - Maurice Brassard
Finding a cotton yarn that balances softness, strength, and versatility can be tricky, especially for finer weaving projects. Maurice Brassard’s Ne 16/2 cotton offers a smooth, matte finish with just the right body and breathability, perfect for both warp and weft in delicate or detailed patterns.
Ne 16/2 is a cotton yarn count system that describes the yarn's thickness and ply. The number ‘16’ indicates the yarn’s fineness—higher numbers represent thinner yarns—while ‘2’ means it is two-ply, meaning two strands are twisted together for added strength. This results in a fine, durable weaving yarn.
16/2 cotton yarn is around half the thickness of 8/2 cotton, making it better suited for delicate, lightweight fabrics. While 8/2 is commonly used for towels and medium-weight fabrics, 16/2 is ideal for fine, detailed weaves, including apparel and intricate home textiles.
This fine cotton yarn is excellent for lightweight weaving projects such as napkins, handkerchiefs, fine table linens, delicate scarves, and clothing fabric. It is also frequently used for the warp and tabby in overshot and summer and winter weave patterns.
