What type of yarn is best for hats?

The type of yarn that is best suited for knitting hats differs a lot, as it naturally depends on what specific properties you want for your hat. Yet, there are still some types of yarn that are generally preferred for knitting or crocheting hats.

Below, you can read more about the different types of yarn which are generally great to use for crocheting or knitting hats.

Wool yarn

Wool yarn is definitely one of the yarn types that are perfectly suited for making a hat. Wool yarn is good for regulating the heat so that you do not feel too cold, but also not too hot, when you wear it.

In addition, wool yarn transports moisture away from the body. So if you are physically active while wearing your wool hat, it will remove any moisture from your head.

Mohair yarn

Mohair yarn is extremely soft, which makes it perfect if you want to make a nice hat. Mohair yarn from Angora Goat Kids is considered to be a relatively exclusive type of yarn and is even sometimes referred to as ‘diamond yarn’.

Mohair yarn is therefore a good choice if you want a soft and warm hat.

Cotton yarn

Cotton yarn is a super versatile type of yarn that you can use for making many different things, including some lovely hats. Some of the reasons why cotton yarn has become so popular is because of its soft surface, it is relatively inexpensive, and it is also available in many different colours.

Cotton yarn is relatively thin, which is perfect if you want to make a hat for autumn. However, if you want a hat that provides a great deal of warmth, cotton yarn would not be the best choice.

Alpaca yarn

Alpaca yarn is perfect for creating warm and durable hats. It is an extremely durable type of yarn, which means that the hats you make with alpaca wool will last you a very long time.

Alpaca yarn is a bit reminiscent of sheep wool, so you are guaranteed a nice and warm hat when you use this type of yarn.

Wool yarn

Up to 60%

Mohair Yarn

Up to 26%

Cotton Yarn

Up to 89%

Alpaca Yarn - Lama - Wool Yarn

Up to 28%