[{"id":242055807161,"handle":"ashford-handicrafts","title":"Ashford Handicrafts","updated_at":"2022-05-29T11:45:04+10:00","body_html":"\u003ch2\u003eA Craft for Everyone\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ashford range of spinning wheels, weaving looms and carders are designed to be simple, easy to assemble and fun to use. Built on a family tradition and over 80 years of experience, Ashford products have been designed for crafters and built to last. In addition to quality equipment, Ashford offers a range of knitting, weaving yarns and fibre for spinning and felting. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe range of Ashford products are built in New Zealand using high-quality sustainable timber and offered with a natural or lacquered finish. The Ashford woollen mill is located in \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMilton, New Zealand, we source and process high-quality fleeces and fibres.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2020-12-21T11:58:47+10:00","sort_order":"best-selling","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":false,"rules":[{"column":"vendor","relation":"equals","condition":"Ashford"}],"published_scope":"global","image":{"created_at":"2021-11-04T10:24:54+10:00","alt":"Ashford Handicrafts - Thread Collective Australia","width":1800,"height":800,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2314\/4741\/collections\/collection-ashford_handicrafts.png?v=1643767952"}},{"id":164145987642,"handle":"ashford-spinning-wheels-and-weaving-looms","title":"Ashford Spinning Wheels and Weaving Looms","updated_at":"2022-05-29T11:45:04+10:00","body_html":"\u003ch2\u003eGet Started on Spinning and Weaving\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAshford is a New Zealand company known for its spinning wheels, weaving looms and carders. Ashford quality products are the result of more than 80 years of experience, research and development and customer feedback. Ashford designs are simple to use, easy to assemble and finish, and fun to explore. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose from the different spinning wheel and weaving loom options and get started on creating beautifully handmade pieces. A wide range of accessories for the Ashford spinning wheels and weaving looms are also available here at Thread Collective.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2020-09-08T20:46:27+10:00","sort_order":"best-selling","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":false,"rules":[{"column":"vendor","relation":"equals","condition":"Ashford"}],"published_scope":"global","image":{"created_at":"2021-11-05T12:38:19+10:00","alt":null,"width":1800,"height":800,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2314\/4741\/collections\/ashofrd_spinning_wheels_and_weaving_looms.png?v=1636079899"}},{"id":445169101,"handle":"cotton-yarn","title":"Cotton Yarn Australia: Knitting, Crochet \u0026 Weaving Handicraft Art","updated_at":"2022-05-29T10:50:04+10:00","body_html":"\u003ch2\u003eGet Quality Cotton Yarn For Your Next Project\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you’re a seasoned weaver, love knitting or need some cotton yarn for your next crochet project we’ve got the yarn you’re looking for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt Thread Collective we only stock high quality yarn, so you can be certain that the cotton yarn you buy from us is durable and will last.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCotton Yarn For Crochet, Knitting, Weaving And More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCotton yarn has long been a staple fibre for us handicrafters. Each of the yarns in our shop are breathable, machine washable and absorb water (which also means they can be easily dyed). You can use our yarns in your projects all year round.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur yarns are versatile making them perfect for knitting, crochet, weaving and more. We have cotton yarn cones and balls available in different colours, a range of sizes and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/pages\/standard-yarn-weights\"\u003eyarn weights\u003c\/a\u003e to suit your needs. We even have a range of organic cotton yarns available from brands such as \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/collections\/venne\"\u003eVenne\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/collections\/maurice-brassard\"\u003eMaurice Brassard\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy Cotton Yarn Online From Thread Collective?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt Thread Collective we’re handicraft lovers like you. We know you invest a lot of time into your craft. That’s why we’re passionate about connecting local weavers and textile artists like you with premium quality \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/collections\/yarns\"\u003eyarn\u003c\/a\u003e brands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe’ve scoured and sourced the best cotton yarn, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/collections\/knitting\"\u003eknitting and crochet yarn\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/collections\/weaving-yarn\"\u003eweaving yarns\u003c\/a\u003e, and supplies from top brands around the world. And we’re continually evolving our range and looking for new opportunities to work with local manufacturers to broaden locally sourced products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShop our range of high quality cotton yarn and find the perfect yarn for your next project.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2017-09-06T08:11:31+10:00","sort_order":"manual","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":true,"rules":[{"column":"tag","relation":"equals","condition":"Fibre_Cotton"},{"column":"type","relation":"equals","condition":"Yarn"}],"published_scope":"global","image":{"created_at":"2019-06-08T00:53:22+10:00","alt":"Cotton Yarn Australia: Knitting, Crochet \u0026 Weaving Handicraft Art - Thread Collective Australia","width":1800,"height":800,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2314\/4741\/collections\/Cotton-Boll-Close-up.jpg?v=1635309341"}},{"id":268889587897,"handle":"8-ply-light-weight-yarn","title":"Light Weight Yarn Australia: 8 Ply, DK Knitting \u0026 Crochet Yarns","updated_at":"2022-05-26T19:21:36+10:00","body_html":"\u003ch2\u003eVersatile, Lightweight Yarns to Make Garments and Accessories\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose from our range of 8-ply, double knit (DK) yarns that are great to use for your knitting and crochet yarns. B\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eest used with 3.75 - 4.00 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003esize \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/collections\/knitting-needles\" title=\"knitting needles\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eneedles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003eYou can create almost anything from these yarns, including jumpers, hats, handbags, thick socks, and coats!\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2021-05-25T14:43:38+10:00","sort_order":"best-selling","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":false,"rules":[{"column":"tag","relation":"equals","condition":"Yarn Weight_(3) Light"}],"published_scope":"global","image":{"created_at":"2021-11-17T12:18:24+10:00","alt":"Light Weight Yarn Australia: 8 Ply, DK Knitting \u0026 Crochet Yarns - Thread Collective Australia","width":1800,"height":800,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2314\/4741\/collections\/collection-light_weight_yarn.png?v=1643764980"}},{"id":83974848570,"handle":"natural-yarn","title":"Natural Yarn for Dyeing","updated_at":"2022-05-28T12:15:01+10:00","body_html":"\u003ch2\u003eNatural Yarns Ready for Dyeing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExperiment with colours as you dye your own yarns for weaving, knitting, or crochet. Thread Collective offers a range of natural yarns you can dye with your colours of choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose from brands like Maurice Brassard, Swiss Mountain Silk, and many more. If you can't find what you are looking for, feel free to drop us a line and we will be happy to assist you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGuides on how to dye yarns:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/products\/true-colors-keith-recker\"\u003eTrue Colors: World Masters of Natural Dyes and Pigments\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/products\/natural-color-duerr\"\u003eNatural Color: Vibrant Plant Dye Projects for your Home and Wardrobe\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","published_at":"2018-11-14T22:31:38+10:00","sort_order":"best-selling","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":false,"rules":[{"column":"tag","relation":"equals","condition":"Style_Undyed Yarn"}],"published_scope":"global","image":{"created_at":"2021-11-25T12:42:58+10:00","alt":null,"width":1800,"height":800,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2314\/4741\/collections\/natural_yarns_for_dyeing.png?v=1643244791"}},{"id":1563131917,"handle":"other-yarns","title":"Other Yarns","updated_at":"2022-05-29T11:45:04+10:00","body_html":"These yarns have been sourced world wide and we pride ourselves on quality yarns.","published_at":"2017-11-10T17:29:09+10:00","sort_order":"best-selling","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":false,"rules":[{"column":"vendor","relation":"not_contains","condition":"Bockens"},{"column":"vendor","relation":"not_contains","condition":"Maurice Brassard"},{"column":"vendor","relation":"not_contains","condition":"Venne"},{"column":"vendor","relation":"not_contains","condition":"Full Circle Fibres"},{"column":"vendor","relation":"not_contains","condition":"Bluster Bay"},{"column":"vendor","relation":"not_contains","condition":"Louët"},{"column":"vendor","relation":"not_contains","condition":"Texsolv"},{"column":"vendor","relation":"not_contains","condition":"Nancy's Knit Knacks"},{"column":"type","relation":"not_contains","condition":"Baby Wrap"},{"column":"vendor","relation":"not_contains","condition":"Georgia Yarn Company"},{"column":"type","relation":"not_contains","condition":"Handwoven fabrics"},{"column":"type","relation":"not_contains","condition":"Heddles"},{"column":"type","relation":"not_contains","condition":"reed"},{"column":"type","relation":"not_contains","condition":"quills"},{"column":"vendor","relation":"not_contains","condition":"Leclerc"},{"column":"vendor","relation":"not_contains","condition":"Louet"},{"column":"vendor","relation":"not_equals","condition":"Prym"},{"column":"type","relation":"not_equals","condition":"Tool"},{"column":"type","relation":"not_equals","condition":"Notions"}],"published_scope":"global"},{"id":163350020154,"handle":"undyed-yarns","title":"Undyed, Bare, and Natural Yarns","updated_at":"2022-05-28T12:15:01+10:00","body_html":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYarn is Your Canvas\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThread Collective offers a large \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/collections\/yarns\"\u003eselection of yarn\u003c\/a\u003e that is awaiting your personal touch. We have yarns available in skeins and large cones. Our selection of undyed, bare, and natural yarns is great for your \u003cspan\u003eweaving, knitting, crocheting, and felting projects. 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Or would a cotton and wool blend yarn be better?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOf course, the answer depends on what you're looking to create. Our chunky wool yarn is ideal for bulky knitting. Whereas our silk wool yarn is better suited to creating clothing for those with sensitive or delicate skin, such as newborn babies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe stock a wide range of high-quality wool yarn and wool \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/collections\/embroidery-thread\"\u003eembroidery threads\u003c\/a\u003e in hundreds of different colours. From brands you know you can trust, such as \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/collections\/ashford-yarns\"\u003eAshford\u003c\/a\u003e, Malabrigo, Venne, and Swiss Mountain Silk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy Online From Thread Collective?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're looking for a wholesale wool \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/collections\/yarns\"\u003eyarn supplier\u003c\/a\u003e that truly understands the art of crafting, then here we are. 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Get natural, white, undyed yarn bases ready to dye with the Ashford 100% Merino DK Superwash.
These yarns have not been bulked - the process wherein yarns are dyed or steamed - so they appear thinner. Once you have dyed or washed the yarns, they will bulk up to their full condition. If knitting with the unbulked yarns, be sure to do a gauge swatch and wash or steam.