Chunky Yarn & Wool
Perfect for quick knits and simple crochet projects, our collection of Chunky Yarn & Wool is sure to contain all you need. Whether knitting a warm scarf or crocheting a new set of cushions, Ewe Wool Shop, your local independent yarn shop stock all the chunky wool and yarn you'll ever need. King Cole Big Value Chunky and Rowan Brushed Fleece are just two popular yarns within this beautiful collection. All our chunky yarns are eligible for FREE Delivery.
Chunky Yarn & Wool - Featured
What’s your colour vibe? You’ll be spoilt for choice with a selection of vivid shades to suit your mood with Stylecraft That Colour Vibe Chunky yarn. Whether you’re calm, bold, happy or cool, there is a colour choice for everyone. The blend of acrylic and merino makes this a beautifully soft and cosy yarn, and its chunky weight is perfect for those quick-knit projects.
Create lovely colour transitions as you knit. Super soft and machine washable too!
Composition: 85% Premium Acrylic, 15% Merino
Yarn Ball Weight: 100g
Yarn Meterage/Yardage: 80m/87yds
Tension/Gauge: 14sts x 20 rows for a 10x10cm tension square using 6mm needles
Recommended Needles: 6mm
Care Instructions: Machine wash at 30, cool tumble dry, may dry clean, cool iron.
A perfect choice for warming winter knits, Rowan Brushed Fleece has a gentle halo and soft marl colour effect that combines beautifully with its palette of soft neutrals and richer shades. Due to its chunky finish Rowan Brushed Fleece is quick to knit, but it's very much a lightweight yarn that's easy to wear and super cosy thanks to its blend of alpaca, wool and polyamide.
Composition: 65% Wool 30% Alpaca 5% Polyamide
Yarn Weight: Bulky - 12ply | Bulky (5)
Yarn ball weight: 50g
Yarn Meterage/Yardage: 115m
Tension/Gauge: 13 stitches, 19 rows to 10cm (4in)
Yarn Season: Autumn / Winter
Recommended Needles (mm/UK/US): 6.00 mm / 4 / 10
New ROWAN Brushed Fleece Shades
AUTUMN WINTER 2022 | 2023
Briar 281, Ness 282, Ross 283, Coraline 284
Merino wool is loved by knitters for its soft feel and pure white natural colour, which takes dye beautifully. Rowan Merino Aria is a chunky yarn, with a soft halo. It is made of 100% Merino wool so that you can wear it against your skin with confidence. Rowan Merino Aria is a quick knit on 7mm needles too, and the chainette spin means it's super-light to wear.
Composition: 93% Wool 7% Polyamide
Yarn ball weight: 50g
Tension/Gauge: 14 stitches, 21 rows to 10cm (4in)
Yarn Season: Autumn / Winter
Recommended Needles 7mm | 2 UK |10½ US
New ROWAN Merino Aria Shades
AUTUMN WINTER 2022 | 2023
Deep Teal, Mustard, Silver-Grey, Soft-Green, Soft-Lilac
Luxuriate in softest cashmere, with this ultra-light chainette yarn that has a matte finish and delicate halo. Rowan Selects Chunky Cashmere comes in a range of carefully curated shades and each 50g skein boasts a generous 100m, making it the perfect choice for that special accessory.
Composition: 100% Cashmere
Yarn ball weight: 50g
Yarn Meterage/Yardage: 140m
Tension/Gauge: 15.5 stitches, 21 rows to 10cm (4in)
Yarn Season: Autumn / Winter
Recommended Needles (mm/UK/US): 6.00 mm / 4 / 10
Please note: This yarn is supplied in a hank which requires winding before use. Attempts to use this yarn from the hank, rather than from a ball, will result in tangles and knots.
Rowan Soft Bouclé yarn is such a favourite for autumn and winter, adding texture to any knit. This chunky version is blended from cotton, alpaca, Merino wool and polyamide, knitting up quickly on 6mm needles to create a light, but warm fabric. Available in a range of classics and neutrals for timeless style.
Composition: 45% Cotton 23% Alpaca 22% Wool 10% Polyamide
Yarn ball weight: 50g
Yarn Meterage/Yardage: 100m
Tension/Gauge: 12.5 stitches, 17 rows to 10cm (4in)
Yarn Season: Autumn / Winter
Recommended Needles (mm/UK/US): 6.00 mm / 4 / 10
Rowan Selects Sultano is a highlight of the Rowan autumn/winter collection. Composed of 38% silk, 38% kid mohair and 24% cashmere this is a super soft and shiny yarn ideal for small exclusive accessories. It is available in 4 shades.
Composition: 38% Silk 38% Mohair 24% Cashmere
Yarn ball weight: 50g
Yarn Meterage/Yardage: 85m
Tension/Gauge: 16.5 stitches, 20 rows to 10cm (4in)
Yarn Season: Autumn / Winter
Recommended Needles (mm/UK/US): 6.00 mm / 4 / 10
Please note: This yarn is supplied in a hank which requires winding before use. Attempts to use this yarn from the hank, rather than from a ball, will result in tangles and knots.
A blend of specially selected fibres including soft mohair from South Africa and super-fine Alpaca, Rowan Tweed Haze has a lightweight and airy chainette construction, and combines earthy, natural textures with a refined, romantic halo effect. Perfect for light yet warm garments and accessories with a retro vibe and soft tweedy appearance.
Composition: 40% Mohair, 39% Alpaca, 10% polyester, 8% Cotton, 3% Polyamide
Yarn Weight: Chunky
Yarn ball weight: 50g
Yarn Meterage/Yardage: 120m (131yds) per 50g ball
Tension/Gauge: 14.5 sts x 20 rows in 10cm (4in)
Yarn Season: Autumn / Winter
Recommended Needles: 6.00mm (UK 4 / US 10)
Care instructions: Hand wash. Dry flat
This gorgeous squishable chunky yarn is perfect for making cosy garments and accessories. King Cole Autumn Chunky is available in rich variegated shades this is the perfect yarn for keeping warm in the autumn months.
Composition: 80% Acrylic 20% Wool
Yarn ball weight: 100g
Yarn Meterage/Yardage: 153y / 140m
Tension/Gauge: 14 stitches and 20 rows for a 10x10cm tension square using 6mm needles
Recommended Needles: 6mm needles
The name says it all. Softie Chunky from Stylecraft is a bulky-weight, soft and tender-hearted yarn you’ll love to knit or crochet with. Stylecraft Softie Chunky has the durability and warmth of everyday wear, machine-washable yarn that will see you right through winter. The stitch definition is also excellent so ideal for cabled knits.
Composition: 80% Premium Acrylic 20% Wool
Yarn Ball Weight: 100g
Yarn Meterage/Yardage: 170m/186yds
Tension/Gauge: 14sts x 20 rows on 6mm needles, 14 sts x 18 rows for a 10x10cm tension square using 6mm needles
Recommended Needles: 6mm-7mm
Care Instructions: Machine washable 30C, do not tumble dry, cool iron, may dry clean
A true sparkle of festivity, use this glittery King Cole Tinsel chunky yarn for accessories such as scarves, Christmas decorations and much more.
CONTAINS: 75% Polyester 25% Lurex
SIZE: 70 Metres (approx) 76.5 Yards (approx)
NEEDLES: 6mm/US10
Stylecraft Special Chunky - All colours
Stylecraft Special Chunky 100g ball yarn has a super soft handle, is naturally anti pilling and tough enough to handle being thrown in the washing machine.
Stylecraft's Special yarns are class leaders, arguably the best 100% premium acrylic yarn on the market, with a huge number of colours to choose from. The Special range includes, Stylecraft Special DK, Stylecraft Special Aran, Stylecraft Special Chunky and Stylecraft Special Super Chunky XL in a fabulous range of colours to meet every knitter (and crocheters) needs.
Composition: 100% Premium Acrylic
Yarn Ball Weight: 100g
Yarn Meterage/Yardage: 144m/157yds
Tension/Gauge: 14sts x 20 rows Tension to 10cm/4" Square
Recommended Needles: 6mm
Recommended Hook: 6mm
Care Instructions: Machine washable 30C, cool tumble dry, may dry clean, cool iron