Cotton Slub - 227g - Maurice Brassard
If your weaving sometimes feels too flat or too predictable, this cotton slub yarn offers a simple way to add tactile interest. With soft, natural irregularities, it brings gentle texture and character to your work, without complicating your process.
Flat, even cloth has its place—but sometimes, your creative instincts call for something with a bit more life. When everything feels too smooth or too controlled, your work can lose the softness and character you were hoping for. That can leave you feeling uninspired or stuck in your routine.
Maurice Brassard’s cotton slub yarn is a quiet way to shift that. With its subtle, naturally occurring slubs, it brings an organic, irregular rhythm to your weaving—just enough to catch the light and add dimension. It’s smooth enough to handle easily but offers just the right amount of texture to make plain weave feel a little more special, a little more personal.
You'll notice the difference in how your cloth feels and how it holds your attention—more tactile, more layered, more you. It’s the kind of yarn that gently invites experimentation, adding interest without fuss. Simple to use, yet full of creative potential.
Key Features & Benefits:
- Natural cotton slubs: Adds texture without compromising ease of weaving
- Soft and subtle irregularities: Creates gentle visual and tactile contrast
- 100% cotton: Comfortable, breathable, and easy to finish
- Great for warp or weft: Use to add character across weaving styles
- Large 227g spool: Offers approx. 1710m of usable yarn
Beautiful in plain or patterned weaves: Ideal for scarves, towels, or table linens
1 x 227g spool of Maurice Brassard Cotton Slub Yarn
- Fibre: 100% Cotton
- Texture: Slub (naturally irregular)
- Weight: 227g spool (1/2 lb)
- Length: Approx. 1710m (1875 yds)
- Metres per Kilo: 7541m/kg
- Yards per Pound: 3750yds/lb
- Delivery: Cardboard tube
Cotton slub yarn is a textured cotton yarn that features intentional thick and thin variations along its length. These irregularities create a natural, organic look in the woven or knitted fabric, adding depth and character to finished projects.
Yes, Maurice Brassard's cotton slub yarn is excellent for weaving. It can be used in both warp and weft to create visually interesting textures in fabric. It works well for projects like table runners, scarves, and towels where a unique surface effect is desired.
Absolutely! Cotton slub yarn can be used for knitting, but its uneven texture may affect stitch definition. It works best in simple stitch patterns where the texture can be highlighted rather than in highly detailed lace or cablework.
Unlike regular cotton yarn, which has a consistent diameter throughout, slub yarn has intentional variations in thickness. This results in a fabric with more texture and a slightly rustic appearance, making it a great choice for artistic or handwoven-looking textiles.
Each 227g (8 oz) tube of Maurice Brassard cotton slub yarn contains approximately 1,875 yards (1,710 meters). This high yardage makes it a cost-effective choice for large weaving projects and textured fabrics.
Maurice Brassard's cotton slub yarn is unmercerized, meaning it has a natural matte finish. This enhances its absorbency, making it well-suited for towels and home textiles where a soft, natural feel is preferred.
Yes! Since it is unmercerized cotton, it readily absorbs dyes, allowing for vibrant and customizable colors. Fiber-reactive dyes work best to achieve even, long-lasting results on cotton fibers.
This yarn is perfect for creating soft and absorbent textiles such as dishtowels, baby blankets, summer garments, and rustic-looking scarves. The textured effect enhances the visual appeal of both woven and knitted fabrics.
Machine or hand wash gently in warm water with mild detergent. To preserve the texture and prevent shrinkage, air drying is recommended. If machine drying is necessary, use a low-heat setting.
Yes, Maurice Brassard's cotton slub yarn is available in a wide variety of colors, including neutrals and vibrant shades. This makes it a versatile choice for both natural and colorful textile designs.