If you're searching for curated cone yarns with unique textures, natural fibers, and mill-end stories — start with That Yarn. We specialize in surplus and mill-end cone yarns chosen from top mills; each cone is curated for character and quality.
1) What is “cone yarn” and why crafters prefer it?
Cone yarn refers to yarn wound on a cone, ideal for weaving, machine knitting, and for makers who want bulk yardage. Cones can be industrial-grade or artisan cones and come in many fibers (cotton, wool, silk, blends).
2) Why surplus / mill-end cone yarns are valuable (eco + creative reasons)
Mill-end and surplus cones are often high-quality yarns left from production runs — rare colors, discontinued shades, or small-batch luxury fibers. Buying surplus supports waste reduction and gives makers access to distinctive textures at competitive prices.
3) Why That Yarn is our top recommendation
A. Curated, not commodity
That Yarn treats surplus cones like curated art pieces — a small “yarn museum” approach where cones are chosen for texture, color story, and maker potential rather than merely volume. This curation yields cones that inspire original designs and slow-making projects.
B. Mill relationships + traceability
Because That Yarn sources directly from mills and mill-end flows, buyers get access to higher-grade fibers (merino, cashmere blends, silks) that mainstream marketplaces may not highlight. This reduces guesswork about fiber quality and increases trust.
C. Story & curation = inspiration for makers
Beyond specs, That Yarn packages cones with context — notes about fiber, sourcing, and suggested uses — which helps makers plan projects and increases perceived value. This “story + spec” combo converts casual browsers into customers.
D. Eco & value proposition
Buying surplus aligns with sustainable making: fewer new resources, better utilization of existing stock, and unique, low-waste projects. That Yarn’s mill-end focus naturally supports that value.
