Looking for colourful cotton yarn in Australia with a bold, creative twist?
 
Papagayo is your next obsession, a variegated cotton-acrylic blend inspired by the vibrant plumage of parrots.
 
Spun in Italy and bursting with colour, this DK weight (8ply) yarn combines 75% cotton and 25% acrylic for softness, strength and a lively finish. With 300 metres per 100g skein, Papagayo is as generous as it is eye-catching, ideal for makers who love colour that tells a story.
 
From swirled scarves to sunshine-ready socks, this variegated cotton yarn is as joyful to work with as it is to wear. Whether you knit, crochet or weave, Papagayo brings a painted look to every project, blending tones in a way that’s effortlessly artistic.
 
At Fancy Yarns Australia, we love yarns that make your stash sing. If you’ve been wondering where to buy colourful cotton yarn in Australia, this is the one to add to cart.
 
A Yarn with a Story
 
Named after the Spanish word for 'parrot,' Papagayo was designed to capture the spirit of tropical birds in flight: bold, beautiful and full of movement.
 
This Italian-made yarn was created to evoke the wonder of nature’s palette. The colour shifts mimic the way sunlight catches feathers in midair, with hand-painted variegation that feels organic and alive.
 
Every skein is like a rainforest in fibre form. No two projects will look quite the same, and that’s exactly what makes them special.
 
Why You’ll Love It
 
Papagayo is a yarn that keeps things interesting both in your hands and on your needles.
 
You’ll love:
The softness of cotton with the structure of acrylic
The long yardage (300m per 100g skein)
The rich, painterly colour changes that make each project pop
Its versatility across garments, accessories and even homewares
How well it works as a vegan-friendly sock yarn
 
It’s machine washable on a cool cycle, and the acrylic adds just enough bounce to help pieces keep their shape, especially for summery knits that see regular wear.
 
Spun with Purpose
 
Papagayo offers a thoughtful balance of natural fibres and technical performance. The cotton keeps it breathable and soft on the skin, while the acrylic adds resilience and stretch, extending the life of your handmade pieces and making them easy to care for.
 
Produced in Italy with high manufacturing standards, this yarn celebrates colour, craft and durability in equal measure. It’s a beautiful option for those wanting an accessible, vegan-friendly alternative to traditional wool yarns without losing any of the magic.
 
Perfect For
 
Papagayo is your go-to for colourful makes with a summer-ready feel and painterly finish.
 
Try it for:
Vegan cotton socks
Lightweight summer tops
Crocheted market bags
Colourful scarves and shawls
Bright homewares and blankets
 
Interested in similar yarns? Check out our range of
cottons and cotton blends
Italian yarns
 
Needing inspiration? Check out our patterns available both for free and to purchase!
 
Need your skein wound into a ball? Check out our ball-winding service here.