Looking for a 4ply yarn that’s soft, sustainable and dyed with heart?
Handmade by Catkin Merino-Bamboo 4ply is a beautifully balanced fingering-weight yarn, blending 50% Australian superfine merino with 50% bamboo viscose for the perfect mix of strength, softness and elegant drape. Luxuriously smooth and naturally breathable, it’s ideal for lightweight garments, lace shawls, babywear and more.
If you’ve been searching for where to buy Australian hand-dyed yarn or want to support Australian indie-dyed yarns that prioritise sustainability, this yarn belongs in your stash.
A Yarn with a Story
Dyed in small batches by Handmade by Catkin, a mother-daughter team crafting with conscience, this yarn is created with care in Canberra. The blend of Australian merino and bamboo viscose offers a silky feel with just enough bounce, a combination that knits, crochets and weaves like a dream.
Its next-to-skin softness makes it a top choice for baby items, lacy accessories, breathable tops and more. The bamboo adds lustre and flow, while the merino provides gentle structure and warmth, helping your finished pieces retain their shape and comfort.
Each skein is dyed using non-toxic, fibre-reactive dyes, which bond to the fibre without the need for harsh chemicals. That means less water, less waste and more vibrant colour that’s safer for the planet.
Why You’ll Love It
This yarn offers the best of both worlds: luxurious feel and eco-minded values. Handmade by Catkin Merino-Bamboo 4ply is lightweight, versatile and full of personality, making it everything you want in your slow fashion projects.
You’ll love:
The silky smoothness and natural sheen of bamboo viscose
The softness and gentle elasticity of superfine Australian merino
The fingering-weight 4ply construction ideal for delicate or detailed stitches
The hand-dyed colourways created using low-impact, non-toxic dyes
Supporting Australian indie dyers working toward a more sustainable textile industry
It’s yarn with soul, a beautiful base for your most meaningful makes.
Spun with Purpose
At Fancy Yarns Australia, we love supporting makers who craft with intention. Handmade by Catkin is a shining example of a small, values-led business creating artful, ethical yarns that help shift the culture away from fast fashion and toward conscious creativity.
Every skein is dyed with eco-awareness, packaged with minimal waste and infused with a deep respect for people and the planet. When you stitch with this yarn, you’re becoming part of a movement: one that values beauty, durability and purpose in equal measure.
Perfect For
Handmade by Catkin Merino-Bamboo 4ply is the ideal choice for projects that need a soft hand, a graceful drape and lasting wearability. Whether you're knitting for someone you love or crafting heirlooms for yourself, this yarn brings softness, sustainability and artistry to every stitch.
Try it for:
Lacy shawls, wraps and scarves with a delicate drape
Babywear and kids’ knits that are breathable and gentle
Lightweight tops, tees and layering pieces
Crochet garments and accessories that flow beautifully
Gifts made with care and conscience
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Handmade by Catkin Merino-Bamboo 4ply | Australian hand-dyed yarn
Hand-dyed in Canberra, Australia (Ngunnawal and Ngambri Country)
50% Superfine Australian Merino & 50% Bamboo (Viscose)
Approx 400m / 437yds
Approx 100g / 3.25 oz
Fingering / 4ply
