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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

Cat and Sparrow UK

100% British Kent Romney - Hand-dyed in the UK - 50g

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100% British Kent Romney 

This British Kent Romney hand-dyed combed top is beautifully lustrous, and takes colour with a lovely depth.  Romney is one of my favourite fibres to spin because it has loads of character.  It great for spinning finely, but also makes a good woollen yarn, as it has quite an open character, so creates a lovely, lofty yarn.  I find it easy to wear next to my skin. 

Romney wool is wonderful for beginner spinners, because it's easy to draft, and the staple length is on the longer side. 

  • Staple length is around 5-6 inches. 
  • It has an open hand, and is easy to draft. 
  • Micron count between 30 and 36 (medium softness).

It works beautifully for sweaters, socks, hats and mittens.  It spins like a dream and also felts very well.

Each braid weighs approximately 50g.

To find out more about Romney, read my blog on why it's such a wonderful wool!

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

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

Tape Measures

Silicone barber cord dark green
£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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