Light, luminous and full of character, Vela is a statement yarn for those who love to create with colour and texture. Designed for makers seeking novelty yarns in Australia, this elegant ladder-style yarn delivers movement and shimmer to every project. Whether you knit, crochet, weave or craft, Vela transforms even the simplest stitches into something truly eye-catching.
A Yarn with a Story
Handcrafted in Italy and now available through Fancy Yarns Australia, Vela captures the magic of light through fibre. Each ball features a beautiful interplay of colours that shift and gleam as you work, making it perfect for adding depth, highlights or finishing touches to your designs. If you’ve been wondering where to buy novelty yarns in Australia, Vela is a must-try: a yarn that blends artistry, texture and radiance.
Why You’ll Love It
- Soft, lightweight and easy to work with
- Gorgeous multi-colour range that shimmers in motion
- Perfect for knitters, crocheters, weavers and fibre artists
- Adds sparkle, dimension and flair to garments or home décor
- A favourite for those who love decorative and textured yarns in Australia
Spun with Purpose
Made from 100 % nylon, Vela is a fingering (4ply) yarn featuring a signature ladder construction that glints and glows with every stitch. Lightweight yet strong, it drapes beautifully and pairs effortlessly with other yarns to create custom looks. Made in Italy, Vela embodies the beauty and innovation that define today’s novelty yarns.
Perfect For
- Elegant scarves and wraps
- Decorative accents on garments
- Woven wall art or creative trims
- Layering with other yarns for a shimmering finish
Please note that in its fullest form, Vela appears to be a worsted-weight (10ply) yarn. Once you begin to work with it, depending on how it's used, it can be manipulated into a fingering-weight (4ply) yarn.
Interested in similar yarns? Check out our range of ladder-style yarns, novelty yarns and Italian yarns.
Needing inspiration? Check out our patterns available both for free and to purchase!
Vela | Novelty yarn
Made in Italy
100% nylon
Approx 75m / 82yds
Approx 25g / 0.88 oz
