Friends Cotton 8/4 is a high-quality 100% cotton yarn perfect for all your lightweight crafting needs. This 4-ply fingering weight yarn is ideal for creating delicate and soft projects, from tops and baby garments to toys and amigurumi. Each 50g ball provides approximately 160 metres of cotton yarn, offering excellent value for both small and larger projects. Whether you’re knitting or crocheting, this versatile yarn delivers a smooth, even texture that’s easy to work with, making it a favourite among crafters.
 
Friends Cotton 8/4 is not only a great choice for its quality but also for its ethical and environmental credentials. This yarn is OEKO-TEX certified, meaning it’s been tested for harmful substances and is safe for even the most sensitive skin. It’s machine washable, making it an excellent choice for baby clothes, toys and household items like dishcloths and potholders that need to withstand regular use and cleaning. Plus, it’s vegan-dyed, ensuring vibrant colours without the use of animal products.
 
Thanks to its softness and durability, Friends Cotton 8/4 is perfect for creating garments and accessories that are gentle on the skin, such as summer tops, baby hats or lightweight scarves. It’s also a popular choice for making toys and amigurumi, with its fine cotton strands allowing for intricate details and durability in play. This yarn’s versatility extends to household items too, with crafters using it to create sustainable, reusable items like dishcloths and potholders.
 
Designed with both beginners and experienced crafters in mind, Friends Cotton 8/4 is easy to work with, thanks to its smooth texture and fine weight. Beginners will find it especially appealing for practising new techniques, as the yarn glides effortlessly through the fingers and maintains good stitch definition. Whether you're working on a small amigurumi project or a large garment, this yarn provides the flexibility and ease you need.
 
If you’re looking for a soft, eco-friendly cotton yarn that’s perfect for a wide range of projects, look no further than Friends Cotton 8/4. With its machine-washable, vegan-dyed fibres and OEKO-TEX certification, this yarn offers both quality and sustainability. Craft with confidence, knowing you’re choosing a product that’s gentle on the environment, gentle on the skin and perfect for any project you have in mind.
 
Interested in similar yarns? Check out our range of cottons and cotton blends, OEKO-TEX yarns, eco yarns, vegan yarns and summer yarns.
 
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