Valley Yarns Valley Cotton

Valley Yarns Valley Cotton is a longtime favorite among weavers for its consistency cone after cone, and it's flexible enough to also suit machine knitting and crochet. Choosing the right version comes down to grist and intended use.

Comparing Cotton Weights

The cotton cone system, like the one used for Valley Yarns 3/2 and Valley Yarns 5/2, refers to thickness and ply, with lower first numbers generally indicating a heavier yarn. Finer options such as Valley Yarns 8/2 Cotton are popular for both warp and weft in lighter cloth, while Valley Yarns 6/2 Unmercerized Cotton gives a more matte, rustic finish.

Choosing for Your Project

• For crisp, even weaving, a mercerized cotton like the 8/2 or 10/2 options is a dependable choice.
• For texture or a more natural look, unmercerized or variegated cottons such as Valley Yarns 8/2 Variegated Cotton add interest to plain weave.

Whichever grist you choose, pair it with a weaving draft suited to cotton to plan your yardage accurately. For a broader range of cotton fibers beyond this line, browse 100% Cotton Yarn or Cotton Yarn.