The Softest Yarn You Will Ever Use | Sierra Yarn (2024)

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What is the softest type of yarn? ›

What is the Softest Yarn? Cashmere is wonderfully soft, though its drawbacks include the price and the fact that it is not terribly durable.

Acrylic and microfiber yarns are synthetic, so they won't irritate someone who has an allergy to animal-based products. You can put items knit from this type of yarn into the washer and dryer. Even better, acrylic and microfiber yarns hold up well when it comes to their shape and color.

If you're on the lookout for the softest cotton yarn around, Lion Brand Comfy Cotton Blend Yarn deserves your attention – in fact, it's the softest yarn on this entire list.

French terry knit

It's very soft and drapey, and has a casual, comfy feel.

Supersoft is a blend of 50% merino wool and 50% shetland wool, and it is perfect for both knitting and crochet. Holst Garn Supersoft is available in a large variety of shades - both solid and melange. The wool is from New Zealand and Australia - all from non-mulesing sources.

Merino wool is one of the most interesting fabrics of discussion in sportswear. Buttery soft, breathable and itch-free, we discuss why Merino wool is in fact one of the softest fibres on the planet.

Mohair. This fluffy yarn is seeing a resurgence and I'm 100% here for it. Mohair is derived from Angora goats (not to be confused with Angora rabbits!). Used on its own or held double with another yarn, mohair adds an interesting level of texture and warmth.

Woolmark recommends next to skin fibres to be less than 24 microns in diameter, to eliminate any discomfort. Common natural fibres well suited to those with sensitive skin include silk, cashmere, cotton and fine merino. These fibres can all be sourced with a low micron count, making them soft to the touch.

Personally, I love cotton yarn that is breathable and keeps me comfortable. However, if you want something more luxurious, you can go for a cotton and bamboo blend. If your knitting project is meant for gifting and you want a bit of shine in it, bamboo might then be the perfect option for you.

The Tornado Stitch is one of the best crochet stitches for blanket projects since its soft texture and reversible nature make it super versatile!

What is the best soft chunky yarn? ›

Cotton yarn is extremely soft, which makes it feel great against the skin and makes cotton yarn perfect for a soft sleeping blanket.

These yarn qualities typically don't itch

Milk Yarn. Silk Yarn. Viscous yarn. Acrylic Yarn.

In my opinion, the softest yarn for any project that will be close to the skin is pure cashmere, silk and cashmere or cashmere and cotton mixed blends.

Details: Pima cotton is extremely soft, durable and perfect for all sorts of next-to-skin projects. The small amount of acrylic in Comfy adds a bit of elasticity, which makes it easier to work with in both knitting and crochet.

Wool is typically softer than acrylic, but this is not always the case as many acrylic yarns can be very soft. In terms of color, wool tends to have more mattified shades, while acrylic is a little shinier.

Bamboo yarns are very soft (actually softer than cotton with an almost luxurious feel to them), durable and have antibacterial properties. Unlike cotton, bamboo yarn evaporates sweat quickly so you'll feel very comfortable and cool even in hot weather temperatures.

Since cotton fibers are smoother than acrylic, cotton is more comfortable to wear right next to the skin. Even the softest acrylics usually feel pretty itchy without a base layer underneath! Acrylic loses its shape more quickly than cotton. Both after each wash, and permanently after several washes.