Brushed Yarn

In short

Brushed yarn is a fancy yarn whose surface fibres are raised by brushing (napping), making it soft, light, voluminous and warm, with a mohair-like halo. It is popular for winter knitwear and hand-knitted shawls, scarves and blankets. Yurtseven Tekstil produces brushed yarn at its facility in Istanbul, Turkey.

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Also known as: brushed acrylic yarn · fluffy yarn · mohair-look yarn · raised yarn · brushed yarn manufacturer

What is brushed yarn?

Brushing (napping or raising) lifts the surface fibres with wire-covered rollers to create a fuzzy surface. When applied to the yarn itself, the result is a more voluminous, lighter and softer yarn that traps air and keeps warm, with a mohair-like halo.

Where is brushed yarn used?

Winter knitwear: soft, warm surfaces on sweaters, cardigans and dresses.
Hand knitting: shawls, scarves, beanies and blankets.
Accessories and home textiles: capes, cushions and throws.

Care and handling tips

Wash at low temperature on a delicate cycle and dry flat to preserve the halo. Knitting with a needle one size larger helps the fibres bloom.

Brushed yarns by Yurtseven Tekstil

Explore brushed yarn colours in our winter collection and request samples by code.

How do samples and orders work?

1
Pick colours on our shade card pages, or state the yarn type, end use and approximate quantity in the sample request form.
2
Our technical team reviews your request, proposes suitable articles, counts and colours by e-mail and prepares the samples.
3
Run your knitting trial with the samples; once approved, order quantity, lead time and shipping terms are agreed.

Brushed Yarn: Frequently asked questions

What is brushed yarn?

A fancy yarn whose surface is raised by brushing, making it soft, lightweight, voluminous and warm, with a mohair-like halo.

Does brushed yarn shed?

Because of its fuzzy surface it may shed a little at first; fibre choice and proper care minimise this.

How should brushed yarn garments be washed?

Wash at low temperature on a delicate cycle without wringing and dry flat; always follow the care label.

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