Watermelon Red Cotton Yarn Cakes

Watermelon is a cool, refreshing red that captures the feeling of biting into a juicy slice of Aussie summer.

Frustrated with reds that feel too harsh or overpowering? This shade brings a vibrant pop without losing its softness, adding a playful freshness to every project. Hand-dyed on smooth, breathable cotton, it flows effortlessly through your fingers, making your stitching sessions feel relaxed and joyful.

Perfect for bold stripes, statement blankets, or cheerful accents, Watermelon carries the carefree spirit of summer days — warm sunshine, shared laughter, and handmade treasures made to last.

Now available in both 4ply (fingering weight) and 8ply (DK weight), so you can choose the right yarn for your next creation.

Why you’ll love it:

• Rich, even colour – hand-dyed in small batches for a beautiful depth of tone
• Soft yet structured – perfect for everything from wearables to homewares
• No yarn barf – each cake includes a “start here” sticker so you can dive right in without the tangle
• Colour-coordinated – part of a carefully curated palette where every shade complements the next
  
• 🇦🇺 Proudly made in Australia – supporting small batch, slow craft

Each 50g cake contains approximately:

• Fingering (4ply) – 200 metres, best with a 3–3.5mm hook
  
• DK (8ply) – 90 metres, best with a 4–4.5mm hook

Whichever you choose, you’ll get the same high-quality cotton yarn, dyed with love and care right here in Canberra.