At Little Yarn Barn, we aim to offer crafters a thoughtful range of options for every project and every price point. These core brands and lines are the heart of our selection, with even more treasures waiting in store. Availability may change with the seasons and demand, so there’s always something new to discover.
Core Yarn
Bernat
Bernat yarn is a dependable favourite for the whole family, with options suited to fashion, home décor, and baby projects alike. From trusted everyday basics to soft, modern textures, there’s a yarn for every maker and every idea. With safety-certified baby yarns, stylish garment fibres, and classic home décor choices, Bernat makes it easy to create projects you’ll love to knit or crochet.
Caron
Caron yarns are known for their versatility, value, and wide range of beautiful colours. From everyday staples to soft, luxurious blends, Caron offers dependable options for everything from garments and accessories to blankets and home décor. With yarns that are easy to work with and perfect for projects of all sizes, Caron is a trusted choice for both new and experienced makers.
Koigu
Koigu yarns are celebrated for their rich, hand-painted colours and exceptional quality. Carefully dyed in small batches, each skein offers depth, character, and a truly unique palette. Soft, vibrant, and a joy to work with, Koigu yarns bring a special touch to shawls, garments, and projects where colour takes centre stage.
Patons
Patons yarns are a long-time favourite, trusted for their quality, durability, and classic appeal. With a wide range of fibres and weights, Patons offers reliable options for everything from everyday garments to timeless home projects. Designed to stand the test of time, these yarns are easy to work with and made for pieces you’ll enjoy for years to come.
King Cole
King Cole yarns combine classic British charm with modern colour and texture. Known for their soft feel and dependable quality, these yarns are perfect for garments, accessories, and cosy home projects. With a wide range of fibres and shades to choose from, King Cole makes it easy to find the right yarn for any creative idea.
Red Heart
Red Heart yarn is a classic, dependable favourite known for its durability and vibrant colour range. Perfect for everything from blankets and accessories to home décor and everyday garments, these yarns are easy to work with and built to last. With trusted basics and fun, creative options, Red Heart is a go-to choice for projects of all kinds.
Estelle
Estelle yarns offer a beautiful blend of quality, softness, and modern colour. With thoughtfully selected fibres and rich palettes, these yarns are perfect for garments, accessories, and special projects. Whether you’re looking for something classic or a little more luxurious, Estelle brings a touch of elegance to every stitch.
Phentex
Phentex yarn is a trusted classic, known for its strength, durability, and practical versatility. A favourite for slippers, household items, and long-lasting projects, it’s designed to stand up to everyday use. Reliable and easy to work with, Phentex is a go-to choice when you need yarn that works as hard as you do.
Rico
Rico yarns bring a playful mix of colour, texture, and creativity to every project. Known for their modern palettes and unique fibres, these yarns are perfect for garments, accessories, and eye-catching accents. With soft textures and inspiring shades, Rico makes it easy to add a fresh, creative touch to your knitting or crochet.
Smash Knits
Smash Knits brings bold, playful energy to every stitch. With fun-to-wear garments, eye-catching accessories, and clever patterns designed for both knitters and crocheters, Smash Knits makes it easy to create pieces you’ll love to wear and share. Thoughtfully designed and full of personality, these knits are all about making craft joyful.
Other Core Products
Hook, Line & Tinker
Hook, Line & Tinker is a proudly Canadian brand offering beautifully designed embroidery kits with heart and purpose. Each plastic-free kit is thoughtfully created to inspire creativity while supporting a greater cause, with five per cent of profits helping women and children experiencing homelessness. Meaningful, sustainable, and a joy to stitch, these kits make every project feel a little more special.
Cuddle & Kind
Cuddle + Kind creates hand-knit, fair trade heirloom animals that are as meaningful as they are beautiful. Carefully crafted with soft, high-quality materials, each piece is designed to be treasured for years to come. With every purchase providing five meals to children in need, these charming companions bring comfort, kindness, and purpose to every gift.
General Bean
General Bean is a Canadian brand offering charming needle felting kits made with wool that supports Canadian farmers. Each kit is thoughtfully designed to be approachable, creative, and satisfying to complete, whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned maker. Whimsical, locally inspired, and full of character, General Bean kits make it easy to turn soft wool into something special.
Spunware Over the Rainbow
Spunware Over the Rainbow is a Canadian small business bringing beautifully hand-dyed fibre to the spinning community. Each batch is carefully coloured to create rich, vibrant blends that spin up into something truly special. She supplies brightly dyed Merino and BFL fibre, perfect for spinning your own one-of-a-kind yarn. Thoughtfully prepared and full of character, these fibres are a joy to work with from the first draft to the final skein.
Cute Button Girl
Cute Button Girl is a young Canadian maker sharing her creativity through a cheerful collection of handmade pins. Each one is thoughtfully designed and full of personality, adding a fun, colourful touch to jackets, bags, and everyday accessories.