Tencel Weaving Yarn

Tencel weaving yarn offers a silky hand and a soft sheen that sets it apart from cotton or linen, which is why many weavers reach for it when they want drape and shine in a finished piece.

Choosing a Tencel yarn

Valley Yarns 8/2 Tencel is a versatile size for both warp and weft, while Valley Yarns 8/2 Tencel Tonals and Valley Yarns Variegated 8/2 Tencel add subtle color movement to woven cloth. If you want texture alongside the sheen, Valley Yarns 2/10 Merino Tencel Colrain Lace blends fiber for a softer, warmer result.

Using Tencel on the loom

• Tencel's smooth surface can be slippery, so many weavers wet-finish their cloth to help the yarn relax and bloom.
• Because it absorbs moisture well, Tencel weaving yarn is well suited to scarves, towels, and lightweight garments.
• Pair Tencel with cotton or linen in the same warp for interesting texture contrast.

Exploring more options

If you're comparing fibers before you buy, our Cotton Weaving Yarn and Linen Weaving Yarn collections offer alternatives, and the full Valley Yarns Weaving Yarn line includes Tencel alongside other weaving fibers. Our Weaving Drafts can help you plan a project around this yarn.