Fiddlesticks offer many different types of yarn, though the most popular is their Superb 8 (8 ply) and Superb 4 (4 ply). Both are anti-pilling acrylic yarn.
Fiddlesticks Yarn is extremely soft, and while it’s synthetic, its softness is comparable to natural fibres like merino.
What are the popular Fiddlestick Yarn products?What needle size should I use with Fiddlestick Yarn?
For knitting with the Fiddlesticks Superb 8, anywhere between 3.75mm-4.5mm will work. For crochet, 3.5mm-5mm will work. We recommend 4mm for both as the sweet spot!
For Superb 4, 3mm-4mm will work best for both.
Yes! A gentle wash is always preferred for handmade items, but you can absolutely pop the Fiddlesticks acrylic yarns straight into the wash!
We recommend using sites like Ravelry where you can find many great (and free) patterns. Because Fiddlesticks is so versatile, there is no shortage of patterns you can use. Just make sure that the ply of the Fiddlesticks you’re working with is the one in the pattern and you’re good to go!
