Cat & Sparrow

Hand-dyed yarns

A collection of gorgeous hand-dyed yarns. Choose from lace, 4ply, DK and aran.
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Cat & Sparrow

Delicious fibres

A collection of hand-dyed, hand-carded and custom blended fibres for spinning and felting.
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Tool and notions

A collection of crafting tools, including spindles, snips, stitch markers, niddy noddies and measuring tapes, selected for their beauty and quality.
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What is Cat & Sparrow all about?

I'm Rachael, and I run Cat & Sparrow UK. I dye small batch yarns and fibres, with a focus on British wool and sustainable fibres. I also stock a selection of my favourite tools, because I think you'll love them as much as I do!

Cat & Sparrow started out as a venture between two friends who loved to spin, knit and crochet. We joined forces and began our adventures in colour and texture together.

Fibre collections

Bestsellers

Purple Rainforest - Corriedale/Shetland/Sari Silk Combed Top - 50g
Purple Rainforest - Corriedale/Shetland/Sari Silk Combed Top - 50g
Purple Rainforest - Corriedale/Shetland/Sari Silk Combed Top - 50g
Purple Rainforest - Corriedale/Shetland/Sari Silk Combed Top - 50g

Cat & Sparrow UK

Purple Rainforest - Corriedale/Shetland/Sari Silk Combed Top - 50g

£6.00
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This custom blend is fabulously funkadelic.  Shetland and Corriedale in shades of damson, lavender and heather are mixed with a touch of jewel-bright green sari silk.  The Shetland is beautifully 'toothy', and the Corriedale is finely textured and strong. Together with the sari silk, they create a blend that's full of character and will create really eye-catching projects. 

50% Corriedale wool

33% Shetland wool

17% Recycled sari silk

Each braid weighs approximately 50g. 

Shipping

I will ship your item within 3 days if it is ready to ship, and within 10 working days if it is dye to order.

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    Purple Rainforest - Corriedale/Shetland/Sari Silk Combed Top - 50g
    Purple Rainforest - Corriedale/Shetland/Sari Silk Combed Top - 50g
    Purple Rainforest - Corriedale/Shetland/Sari Silk Combed Top - 50g
    Purple Rainforest - Corriedale/Shetland/Sari Silk Combed Top - 50g

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    Great for gifting

    cohana japanese mini scissors with suede pouch
    £48.00
    £48.00
    Tape Measures

    Tape Measures

    Silicone barber cord violet
    £11.50
    £11.50

    What to expect from Cat & Sparrow

    • Sustainable fibres

      All the fibres in my yarns and tops are sourced responsibly, often from local, small businesses.

    • I'm a real person

      If you have questions or can't find something you're looking for, I'm here to help!

    • Materials

      I'm committed to using recyclable and compostable packaging.

    • Shipping

      I will ship as soon as possible, and will always keep you informed.

    Tips and tricks

    • Choosing a supported spindle

      Interested in supported spinning? Check out my blog post on how to choose a supported spindle.

      Let's go!

    • Choosing a drop spindle

      There are so many types of drop spindles to choose from. If you want a few pointers, check out this post!

      Yes please!

    • Which fibre for beginnners?

      Are you just setting out on your spinning journey? Read this post for some pointers on how to choose a fibre to start with (tip - it's not Merino).

      Hit it!
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    Before and after...

    Handspun Polwarth in the colourway Lazy Summer Sundae. This is a 2-ply laceweight, and it's deliciously soft!

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