Why Polyester Yarn is a Good Choice For Knitters

The name polyester is derived from the Greek words polyester and ergonum. It is a synthetic fiber obtained from various vegetable oils, such as cotton, hemp, sheep and soybeans. It is highly valued for its soft, silky, spandex-like feel and ability to withstand abrasion, heat and moisture. It is one... read more

Dried Textured yarn to knit sweater, mittens and hat

Dried Textured Yarn is a popular term for yarn that has been textured by a process called cross-linking. This process involves twisting and drawing the yarn. The length of the yarn depends on the type of lamination and cross-linking that has been done. Dried textured yarn is generally obtained when ... read more

Benefits of Spandex Yarn

Spandex clothing is usually made of Cotton, Lycra, or Micro Lycra fabrics. Spandex fabric is usually used as a layer of fabric in apparel, to provide comfort and added strength. This fabric is also used in sports apparel for running, walking, or jumping. The fabric can stretch to a large degree when... read more

What is chemical fiber and how to distinguish chemical fiber and silk fabric

Chemical fiber yarn refers to the chemical fiber yarn produced by using chemical fiber as raw material. Chemical fiber is a general term for fibers made from natural or synthetic polymer materials and processed by chemical or physical methods. Due to the different sources of polymer compounds used, ... read more

Choosing polyester Yarn and

A great use for polyester yarns is a crocheted or knitted blanket. The fabric is very soft and comfortable to wear. Many popular brands offer different weight yarns for different projects. Polyester yarns are often used in modern clothing.  Care instructions for acrylic or polyester yarns vary. Typi... read more