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All our yarn groups, the yarn count conversion table and our documentation process.
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Modal, Lyocell and Viscose Yarn — Cellulosic Fibres
Lyocell, modal and viscose are regenerated fibres made from wood cellulose; compared with cotton they give a cooler, smoother and softer handle. In our own knitting we use 100% lyocell and lyocell/cotton, modal/cotton and lyocell/linen yarns; 100% modal, viscose and bamboo viscose yarn we supply from our partner spinners.
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- Lyocell 100% and lyocell/cotton 50/50
- Modal/cotton 50/50
- Lyocell/linen 80/20
- Viscose and bamboo viscose from partner spinners
- Sample cone and lot report
01 Fibre Differences
Lyocell, Modal, Viscose and Bamboo — the Difference
All three are made by dissolving cellulose and regenerating it into fibre; the process makes the difference. Lyocell is produced in a closed-loop process in which most of the solvent is recovered; it has high strength and good moisture management. Modal is a type of viscose with higher wet strength and keeps its shape better in washing. Viscose is the most common and economical member of the family.
Almost all yarn sold as “bamboo yarn” is viscose made from bamboo cellulose; under EU textile labelling the fibre name is “viscose”. If a branded lyocell (e.g. TENCEL™) is required, the brand licence and document chain are clarified separately in the quotation.
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Cellulosic Yarns We Supply
In-house yarns are our 2025–2026 purchases; others are confirmed with partner spinners in the quotation.
| Yarn | Origin | Count (Ne) | Typical Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lyocell 100% (ring) | Knitted in-house | 30/1 | Cool-touch premium bedding |
| Lyocell / combed cotton 50/50 | Knitted in-house | 28/1, 30/1 | Cotton handle + lyocell coolness |
| Lyocell / open-end cotton 50/50 | Knitted in-house | 26/1 | Fuller blended jersey |
| Lyocell / linen 80/20 (carded) | Knitted in-house | 30/1 | Natural, light linen look |
| Modal / cotton 50/50 | Knitted in-house | 28/1, 30/1 | Soft, lustrous handle |
| Modal 100% | Partner spinner | On request | Soft knits and underwear |
| Viscose | Partner spinner | On request | Economy cellulosic knitting and weaving |
| Bamboo viscose | Partner spinner | On request | Bamboo-content home textiles |
Cellulosic yarns dye and finish differently from cotton; we recommend testing with a knitted sample.
03 Samples & Documents
What You Receive With a Yarn Enquiry
Yarn decides quality before the fabric does — so we ask our spinners for measurable data with every price, and pass the same data on to you.
- Sample cone — from qualities proven on our own knitting machines
- The spinner’s lot-based laboratory report: count, twist, unevenness (CV%), imperfections and strength
- For certified yarn: the spinner’s certificate and the transaction certificate (TC) chain for the shipment
- Packing and loading details: cone weight, pallet and container layout
- Lead time, Incoterms and payment terms in the quotation
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Other Yarn Groups
Knitted in-house
Cotton Yarn
Combed, open-end and melange cotton yarn for jersey and single jersey.
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Organic & Recycled Yarn
GOTS/OCS organic cotton, recycled-content cotton and polyester.
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Modal, Lyocell and Viscose — Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between lyocell and modal?
Both are regenerated fibres made from wood cellulose. Lyocell is produced in a closed-loop process in which most of the solvent is recovered, and has high strength. Modal belongs to the viscose family with high wet strength; it is known above all for its softness and shape retention in washing.
Is bamboo yarn really bamboo?
Almost all products sold as “bamboo yarn” are viscose made from bamboo cellulose. Under EU textile labelling the fibre name is “viscose”; bamboo may only be mentioned as the source of the raw material. We supply bamboo viscose yarn from our partner spinners on request.
Which cellulosic yarns do you use in your own production?
In our own knitting we use 100% lyocell (Ne 30/1), lyocell/cotton 50/50 (Ne 26/1–30/1), lyocell/linen 80/20 (Ne 30/1) and modal/cotton 50/50 (Ne 28/1–30/1).
Request a Yarn Quote
Tell us the yarn type, count (Ne), quantity and end use (knitting / weaving) — we will reply with samples and a price.