Looking for self-striping cotton yarn in Australia that’s both beautiful and breathable?
 
Watercolors by Ella Rae is a sport weight (5ply) 100% mercerised cotton yarn spun in Italy, designed to add subtle elegance and painterly charm to every project. With approximately 240 metres per 100g skein, this yarn delivers soft structure, a gentle sheen and naturally occurring stripes. No colour changes or extra ends required.
 
Whether you’re crafting breezy garments, eco-friendly homewares or handmade gifts, Watercolors makes every stitch a little softer, a little smoother and a little more refined.
If you’ve been wondering where to buy self-striping cotton yarn in Australia, this is your answer, a lightweight cotton with classic appeal and modern flair.
 
A Yarn with a Story
 
Watercolors captures the delicate artistry of its namesake: soft washes of colour that ebb and flow like a brushstroke across canvas. Made in Italy from 100% mercerised cotton, each skein glows with subtle sheen and stripes gently as you go, making it a dream for stitchers who love polished results with minimal fuss.
 
Whether you’re knitting or crocheting, Watercolors offers the perfect blend of beauty, simplicity and function, all in a yarn that honours the traditions of textile artistry with a fresh, contemporary twist.
 
Why You’ll Love It
 
Watercolors brings colour, elegance and wearability to your fingertips. Its mercerised cotton fibres give a clean finish and smooth glide, while the self-striping effect creates depth and movement in every row.
 
You’ll love:
The breathable comfort of 100% mercerised cotton
The gentle shine and soft drape that elevates your projects
The self-striping colour transitions that do the work for you
The sport weight versatility for wearables, gifts and homewares
The eco-friendly cotton fibre that’s both practical and beautiful
 
It’s cotton yarn, reimagined: soft, stylish and effortlessly striking.
 
Spun with Purpose
 
At Fancy Yarns Australia, we believe that fibre should feel good in your hands, on your skin and in your conscience. Watercolors is made in Italy with a focus on quality, sustainability and timeless design. Mercerised cotton is not only stronger and more lustrous, it’s also made to last, meaning your handmade creations will stand the test of time, just like your creativity.
 
Perfect For
 
Watercolors is ideal for warm-weather crafting and everyday pieces that combine function with flair. Soft enough for garments, durable enough for homewares, it’s a true all-rounder in your cotton collection.
 
Try it for:
Summer tanks and lightweight tops
Soft washcloths and crochet spa sets
Reusable dishcloths and tea towels
Elegant baby gifts and blankets
Sport-weight cardigans with built-in colourwork
 
Here's something we made in Watercolors (and love!):
Lotus Wave Top
 
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.