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Luxury Yarn

Luxury yarn brings together fibers you won't find in mass-produced yarns, prized for their warmth and exceptional softness. Think baby-soft alpaca, camel, llama, and even plush yak, bison or possum blends alongside silk-cashmere mixes like Rowan Kidsilk Haze, perfect for knitters and crocheters who want an elevated feel in their next project.

Explore our own Valley Yarns luxury yarn line, or browse all yarns for more everyday options.

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Discontinued Gomitoli's Soft Yarn - Wool Chunky
Gomitoli's Soft Yarn - Wool Chunky

67% Wool 29% Cashmere 4% Polyamide, 56yds (51m)/25g (0.88oz), Bulky

$21.99
Discontinued String Zermatt Yarn - Wool novelty,Super Chunky
String Zermatt Yarn - Wool novelty,Super Chunky

43% Wool 28% Viscose 24% Cashmere 5% Polyamide, 82yds (75m)/120g (4.23oz), Novelty, Super Bulky

$60.00
Out of Stock Rowan Chunky Twist Yarn - Merino Wool Super Chunky 7 options
Rowan Chunky Twist Yarn - Merino Wool Super Chunky

90% Merino Wool 10% Yak, 55yds (50m)/100g (3.53oz), Super Bulky

$36.00
Discontinued Gomitoli's Cashmere String Yarn - Cashmere Chunky
Gomitoli's Cashmere String Yarn - Cashmere Chunky

100% Cashmere, 87yds (80m)/50g (1.76oz), Bulky

$49.99
Discontinued Gomitoli's Cashmere Lana 4 Ply (50g) Yarn - Wool DK
Gomitoli's Cashmere Lana 4 Ply (50g) Yarn - Wool DK

70% Wool 30% Cashmere, 177yds (162m)/50g (1.76oz), DK | Light Worsted

$21.99
Discontinued Gomitoli's Spring Cashmere Yarn - Cotton Sport
Gomitoli's Spring Cashmere Yarn - Cotton Sport

60% Cotton 20% Cashmere 20% Silk, 218yds (199m)/50g (1.76oz), Sport

$29.99
Discontinued Trendsetter Yarns Spirit Yarn - Wool DK
Trendsetter Yarns Spirit Yarn - Wool DK

70% Wool 20% Silk 10% Cashmere, 132yds (121m)/25g (0.88oz), DK | Light Worsted

$13.00
Out of Stock Artyarns Beaded Silk & Sequins Light Yarn - Silk Worsted
Artyarns Beaded Silk & Sequins Light Yarn - Silk Worsted

100% Silk, 109yds (100m)/50g (1.76oz), Worsted

$68.00
Discontinued Artyarns 2 Ply Cashmere Yarn - Cashmere
Artyarns 2 Ply Cashmere Yarn - Cashmere

100% Cashmere, 246yds (225m)/50g (1.76oz)

$64.00
Discontinued Filatura Biagioli Modesto Twist Yarn -
Filatura Biagioli Modesto Twist Yarn -

50g (1.76oz)

$49.99
Discontinued Artyarns 2 Ply Mohair Ombre Yarn - Mohair
Artyarns 2 Ply Mohair Ombre Yarn - Mohair

60% Mohair 40% Silk, 620yds (567m)/86g (3.03oz)

$118.00
Discontinued Lang Nova Yarn - Merino Wool DK
Lang Nova Yarn - Merino Wool DK

48% Merino Wool 32% Wool 20% Nylon, 196yds (179m)/25g (0.88oz), DK | Light Worsted

$12.00
Discontinued String Classica DK Discontinued Colors Yarn - Cashmere DK
String Classica DK Discontinued Colors Yarn - Cashmere DK

100% Cashmere, 154yds (141m)/50g (1.76oz), DK | Light Worsted

$53.00
Discontinued Artyarns 2 Ply Cashmere Ombre Yarn - Cashmere 4 Ply
Artyarns 2 Ply Cashmere Ombre Yarn - Cashmere 4 Ply

100% Cashmere, 738yds (675m)/150g (5.29oz), Fingering

$190.00
Discontinued String Scozia Yarn - Cashmere Chunky
String Scozia Yarn - Cashmere Chunky

100% Cashmere, 87yds (80m)/50g (1.76oz), Bulky

$55.00
Discontinued String Classica Hand Dyed by Wonderland Yarns Yarn -
String Classica Hand Dyed by Wonderland Yarns Yarn -

50g (1.76oz)

$59.99
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Guide to Choosing Luxury Yarn Fibers

Luxury yarn covers fibers that go beyond standard wool and acrylic, offering extra softness, drape or warmth for projects worth the extra care. Luxury wool blends and rare animal fibers are often worked into accessories, shawls and garments meant to be worn close to the skin, which is why so many knitters and crocheters reach for them for special projects.

What makes a fiber luxury

Fibers like alpaca, camel, cashmere, yak and silk are typically grouped as luxury because they're harder to produce at scale and have a distinctive hand feel. Blends such as Rowan Cotton Cashmere or Rowan Softyak DK combine a luxury fiber with a more structural one, giving you some of that softness with added durability. Mohair-silk yarns like Rowan Kidsilk Haze add halo and lightness rather than warmth alone, so they work differently than a dense alpaca or yak blend.

Choosing a luxury yarn for your project

  • Shawls and scarves let a soft halo or drapey fiber shine against the skin.
  • Accessories like hats and cowls benefit from the warmth of yak, alpaca or camel blends.
  • Garments worked in a luxury wool or cotton-cashmere blend get extra wear comfort next to skin.

Caring for luxury fibers

Because many luxury yarns include delicate fibers, check the yarn label for washing instructions, and consider a gentle hand wash or wool-specific detergent to preserve softness over time. Storing finished items folded rather than hung also helps luxury fibers keep their shape.

Ready to start a project? Pair your luxury yarn with ideas from our knitting patterns or crochet patterns collections.

FAQ

What is considered a luxury yarn? Fibers like cashmere, alpaca, yak, camel and silk blends are generally considered luxury due to their softness and limited supply.

Is luxury yarn worth the cost? For special projects worn close to the skin, many knitters find the softness and warmth justify the investment.

How do I care for luxury yarn? Hand washing with a gentle detergent and laying flat to dry helps preserve delicate luxury fibers.

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