Linen Yarn - Nel 25/2 (Ne 9/2) - 227g Spool | Maurice Brassard
It’s challenging to find a weaving yarn that strikes a balance between strength and softness, especially for finer, heirloom-style pieces. Maurice Brassard’s French-spun linen Ne 9/2 hits that sweet spot: strong enough for structure, soft enough to finish beautifully with just a little love.
The suggested sett for Ne 9/2 linen yarn is 22–24 ends per inch (epi) for plain weave and 24–30 epi for twill weave. This allows for firm, stable fabric with good durability. Sampling is recommended to ensure your chosen sett suits your intended cloth.
Linen fabric can feel stiff off the loom, but softens significantly after washing and pressing. The more it is used and washed, the softer and more supple it becomes.
Yes! While primarily a weaving yarn, this fine 9/2 linen works beautifully for laceweight knitting, basketry, and lightweight crochet. It provides crisp stitch definition and a delicate, airy fabric.
