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Hand-dyed yarns

A collection of gorgeous hand-dyed yarns. Choose from lace, 4ply, DK and aran.
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Delicious fibres

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

Cat and Sparrow UK

Bluefaced Leicester/Silk - 50g

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60% Bluefaced Leicester/40% Tussah silk

This blend of oatmeal Bluefaced Leicester and natural Tussah silk is a delight. BFL is deliciously soft and strong with a lovely character, and the silk adds luxury and drape. The oatmeal colour of the BFL and the natural, unbleached silk add depth to any colours dyed on to them. It's a dream to spin, and also felts beautifully. This two fibres are well blended, making this great for beginner spinners and seasoned spinners alike, and would be good for luxurious socks, cosy mitts or scarves to keep out wintry gusts. 

Each braid weighs 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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Great for gifting

Pair of earrings with yellow ball and knitting needle design on a white background with dried flowers.
£12.50 £15.00
£12.50 £15.00
Tape Measures

Tape Measures

cohana japanese mini scissors with suede pouch
£48.00
£48.00

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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