[{"id":246062874809,"handle":"active-yarns","updated_at":"2025-06-20T14:15:21+10:00","published_at":"2021-01-24T15:35:52+10:00","sort_order":"best-selling","template_suffix":"","published_scope":"global","title":"Active Yarns","body_html":"\u003ch2\u003eTexture... Come this Way!\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the realm of textile artistry, weavers continuously seek innovative ways to infuse their creations with unique texture, movement, and shape. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eActive yarns are known to have an 'energy'. These are used in weaving to create texture, movement, and shape. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOnce an active yarn is wet-finished, it transforms and changes its properties. These specialized yarns possess distinct properties that allow weavers to breathe life into their designs, resulting in dynamic and visually stunning textiles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Add Texture to Weaving?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTexture plays a crucial role in the visual and tactile appeal of woven textiles. Active yarns offer exciting possibilities to introduce unique textures into fabric creations. These can be woven into a fabric to generate a three-dimensional surface texture. By varying the density and arrangement of conductive yarns, weavers can create raised patterns or embossed effects that add depth and interest to the textile.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-description-short lessmore\"\u003e\u003ca class=\"readmore\" href=\"#\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eRead More\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-description-full\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBuy Active Yarns Online in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eActive yarns have revolutionized the world of weaving, empowering weavers to create textiles that possess texture, movement, and shape like never before. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBy harnessing these innovative materials, weavers can bring their designs to life, creating textiles that captivate the senses and push the boundaries of traditional weaving techniques.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose from our range of active yarns from different brands. If you can't find what you are looking for, feel free to drop us a line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lessmore\"\u003e\u003ca class=\"readless\" href=\"#\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eRead Less\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","image":{"created_at":"2021-11-19T14:58:47+10:00","alt":"Active Yarns","width":1800,"height":800,"src":"\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/cdn\/shop\/collections\/active_yarns.png?v=1704927669"}},{"id":420371955956,"handle":"all","title":"ALL","updated_at":"2025-06-25T14:00:14+10:00","body_html":"\u003ch2\u003eWelcome to Thread Collective - Your Premier Destination for Weaving and Spinning!\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover the exquisite world of fibre arts with Thread Collective, Australia's leading supplier of quality weaving yarns, weaving supplies, spinning wheels, and weaving looms. Elevate your craft with our curated collection featuring renowned brands such as Louet, Maurice Brassard, and Venne.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo matter where you are in Australia, Thread Collective is dedicated to bringing the finest fibre art supplies to your doorstep. Enjoy the convenience of shopping online and have your favourite weaving yarns, spinning wheels, and looms delivered straight to you. Shop our comprehensive collection today!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2024-02-09T16:06:36+10:00","sort_order":"best-selling","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":false,"rules":[{"column":"variant_price","relation":"greater_than","condition":"0"}],"published_scope":"global","image":{"created_at":"2024-02-26T09:13:50+10:00","alt":null,"width":1800,"height":800,"src":"\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/cdn\/shop\/collections\/all.jpg?v=1715387228"}},{"id":408164663540,"handle":"back-order","title":"Back Order","updated_at":"2025-06-25T13:45:06+10:00","body_html":"","published_at":"2022-12-16T10:52:57+10:00","sort_order":"best-selling","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":false,"rules":[{"column":"variant_inventory","relation":"less_than","condition":"1"}],"published_scope":"global"},{"id":416637649140,"handle":"discontinued-items","title":"Discontinued Items","updated_at":"2025-06-24T10:37:55+10:00","body_html":"","published_at":"2023-12-21T12:37:26+10:00","sort_order":"best-selling","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":false,"rules":[{"column":"title","relation":"contains","condition":"discontinued"}],"published_scope":"global","image":{"created_at":"2023-12-21T13:01:06+10:00","alt":"Discontinued Items","width":1800,"height":800,"src":"\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/cdn\/shop\/collections\/discontinued_items.jpg?v=1704932471"}},{"id":423586955508,"handle":"animal-yarns","title":"Silk and Animal Fibre Yarns","updated_at":"2025-06-25T14:00:14+10:00","body_html":"\u003ch2\u003eLuxury Yarns Made from Natural Fibres\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted for makers who value softness, drape, and timeless quality, our collection includes a curated mix of fibres like wool, alpaca, camel, and silk. The \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/products\/malabrigo-rios\"\u003eMalabrigo Rios\u003c\/a\u003e delivers vibrant, hand-dyed depth with a buttery finish, while the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/products\/venne-silk-ultra-fine\"\u003eVenne Silk Ultra Fine\u003c\/a\u003e provides a lustrous texture ideal for delicate work. Pair these fibres with other favourites in our yarn brands to create pieces that are both wearable and artful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-description-short lessmore\"\u003e\u003ca class=\"readmore\" href=\"#\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eRead More\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-description-full\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShop High Quality Animal Yarns\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for ethically sourced animal fibre yarns? Our collection is popular for a reason, and often snapped up quickly. Browse the full \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/collections\/yarns\"\u003eyarn collection\u003c\/a\u003e or explore different \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/collections\/yarn-brands\"\u003eyarn brands\u003c\/a\u003e to find the right match for your next project. 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For plant yarns, we have \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/collections\/plant-based-yarns?filter.p.m.my_fields.fibre=Cotton\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/collections\/plant-based-yarns?filter.p.m.my_fields.fibre=Cotton\"\u003ecotton\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/collections\/plant-based-yarns?filter.p.m.my_fields.fibre=Bamboo\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/collections\/plant-based-yarns?filter.p.m.my_fields.fibre=Bamboo\"\u003ebamboo\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/collections\/plant-based-yarns?filter.p.m.my_fields.fibre=Hemp\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/collections\/plant-based-yarns?filter.p.m.my_fields.fibre=Hemp\"\u003ehemp\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/collections\/plant-based-yarns?filter.p.m.my_fields.fibre=Linen\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/collections\/plant-based-yarns?filter.p.m.my_fields.fibre=Linen\"\u003elinen\u003c\/a\u003e, lavender, ramie, rose, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/collections\/plant-based-yarns?filter.p.m.my_fields.fibre=Tencel\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/collections\/plant-based-yarns?filter.p.m.my_fields.fibre=Tencel\"\u003eTencel\u003c\/a\u003e, and many more from Yarn Road, Venne, and Maurice Brassard, to mention a few. For animal fibre yarns, we have \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/collections\/alpaca-yarn\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/collections\/alpaca-yarn\"\u003ealpaca\u003c\/a\u003e, cashmere, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/collections\/merino-wool-yarn\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/collections\/merino-wool-yarn\"\u003emerino\u003c\/a\u003e, mohair, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/collections\/mulberry-silk\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/collections\/mulberry-silk\"\u003emulberry silk\u003c\/a\u003e, and many others from Ashford, Venne, ITO, Malabrigo, Maurice Brassard, Swiss Mountain Silk, and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExplore Our Premium Yarn Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCome and view our extensive range of coloured and natural yarns for weaving, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/collections\/knitting-crochet\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/threadcollective.com.au\/collections\/knitting-crochet\"\u003eknitting\u003c\/a\u003e, and many other specialty crafts. You’ll surely find the perfect yarn for your exciting next project right here. The filters on the left of the page will help you narrow down your choices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuy yarn online and have your supplies delivered straight to your door. 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The Magiske Garner Shrink Yarn (Nm 19) is made of 100% polyester. Create beautiful textiles with this unique yarn!
How it Works
After weaving or knitting, steam the finished weave/knit with a steam iron.It shrinks approx.60-70% all after binding etc.After shrinkage, the weave/elastic is completely inelastic - it will not be possible to pull it out to its original size again.
It is important to note that shrink yarn and crepe yarn are two COMPLETELY different products with VERY different properties. If you want to know more about the yarn, you can read about it in Thread Magic: Weaving for Shape and Texture.
Thread Collective has established relationships with some of Australia's top courier services. In most cases, we are able to offer inclusive shipping with the exception of some rural areas, WA, NT and some parts of TAS. To confirm a shipping price please email us directly.
Have specific questions? Feel free to reach out to us, and we'll be happy to assist! We'll update the FAQ soon with helpful information.