At Gist Yarn, we're proud to contribute to a thriving textile industry by working with fiber farmers, spinning mills, and dyehouses to develop yarn for weavers. We make and carry weaving yarns in a wide variety of fibers, including high quality cotton, linen, wool, and alpaca in a variety of sizes. Most of our yarn (unless otherwise indicated) is suitable for warp on a rigid heddle or multi-shaft loom.
A thick and thin cotton slub yarn designed to weave soft and absorbent home textiles, scarves, or apparel. 100% cotton (55% organic), made in the USA.
A soft, hardy, and beginner-friendly cotton yarn designed for weaving towels, home textiles, and apparel. 100% organic cotton, made in the USA.
A versatile textured cotton/linen yarn that's strong enough for warp, soft enough to wear next to the skin, and hardy enough for kitchen towels. Made in the USA.
Easily the softest yarn we make, Ode is spun in Peru from 100% baby alpaca fiber. It is dyed in subtle, melange shades that bring depth to your weaving.
Perfect for both tapestry and multi-shaft weaving, Array is a 2/12 worsted spun wool yarn, made from primarily Corriedale and Columbia sheep raised on ranches in the western United States, and spun and dyed in North Carolina.
In addition to our house lines, we are proud to carry the following yarn lines for rigid heddle and multi-shaft weaving.
Absorbent, washable, and durable, this 8/2 cotton is perfect for dish towels, hand towels, placemats, and tablecloths. 100% cotton. Made in Canada.
Absorbent, washable, and durable, this 8/4 cotton is perfect for dish towels, hand towels, placemats, and tablecloths. 100% cotton. Made in Canada.
This thick cotton weaving cord works as a warp for wall hangings, or as the thick yarn needed for rep weaving. 100% cotton. Made in Canada.
Soft and textured, this fine slub yarn is designed for weaving both home textiles and next-to-skin apparel. 50% linen, 50% slub cotton. Made in Italy.
Soft and warm, this 3/10 yarn weight alpaca is the fiber of choice for weavers looking for a touch of luxury in a special scarf, shawl, or blanket. 100% alpaca. Made in Peru.
This worsted weight, 2-ply wool yarn from Mountain Meadow Wool Mill is durable and well suited for weaving rugs and wall hangings. 100% wool. Made in the USA.
A crisp 18/3 linen perfect for apparel, hand towels, table runners, or other home textiles. 100% linen. Made in Lithuania.
This textured 3/15 silk noil has a soft drape for scarves, shawls, and other next-to-skin apparel. 100% silk. Made in Italy.