Definition:
Variegated yarn is yarn that has variations throughout. The word “variegated” shares the same root as the words “variety” and “varied.” The term “variegated,” when used to describe yarn, typically indicates that color variations are present throughout the entire skein or hank of the yarn.
Also Known As:
Variegated is a term that can describe several different types of color variations in yarn:
- Ombre yarn
- Space-dyed yarn
- Dip-dyed yarn
- Kettle-dyed yarn
- Self-striping yarn
- Striated yarn
- Heathered yarn
- Tweed yarn
Common Misspellings: Vareigated yarn
Examples:
Sometimes variegated yarn produces unexpected effects such as color flashing and color pooling.
