Light, breathable, and available in one of the most generous colour ranges you'll find in a cotton yarn — Fiddlesticks Wren 8 Ply Cotton is a 100% cotton DK weight that works beautifully for both knitting and crochet. With 50 shades spanning the full spectrum from crisp neutrals to vivid brights, Wren is the cotton yarn that makes colour choices genuinely exciting.
Cotton is a natural fibre with a distinct character that sets it apart from wool and acrylic. It's naturally breathable and moisture-wicking, making it the ideal choice for warm-weather garments, summer tops, lightweight cardigans, and anything worn close to the skin in warmer months. It has a smooth, slightly lustrous surface that gives finished fabric a clean, polished look with excellent stitch definition — particularly well-suited to textured stitch patterns, lace, and colourwork where clarity of stitch matters. Cotton is also naturally hypoallergenic, making it a great choice for baby garments and items for those with sensitive skin.
At 8 ply DK weight on 4mm needles, Wren knits at a comfortable, familiar tension that works with any standard 8 ply pattern. The 50g ball with 125m is a practical size for a wide range of projects, and the smooth, even spin makes it equally well-suited to crochet on a 4–4.5mm hook. It's a favourite for dishcloths, market bags, summer hats, and lightweight homewares as well as garments — anywhere you want a yarn that washes well, holds its shape, and looks polished in the finished piece.
Yarn Details
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Brand: Fiddlesticks Wren
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Composition: 100% Cotton
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Weight: 8 Ply (DK)
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Ball Weight: 50g
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Length: 125m (136 yds) per ball
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Suggested Needle Size: 4mm
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Tension: 21.5 sts x 30 rows = 10cm (4")
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Suggested Hook Size: 4–4.5mm
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Care Instructions: Warm machine wash 40°C / Do not bleach / Warm iron / Do not tumble dry / Dry cleanable
Perfect for: Summer tops and cardigans, baby garments, dishcloths, market bags, lightweight homewares, hats, and any 8 ply project where a breathable, hypoallergenic, easy-care cotton is called for.
Sold per 50g ball. Select your colour from the options above.
