Safran Cotton - DROPS
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Safran Cotton - DROPS
DROPS Design Safran Cotton – Combed Egyptian Cotton 50g 160m
100% combed Egyptian cotton | 50g – 160m | 3mm knitting needles and crochet hook
📋 Key features
- Composition100% long-staple combed Egyptian cotton
- Ball weight50 grams
- YardageApproximately 160 metres
- Recommended knitting needles3mm
- Recommended crochet hook3mm
- WashingMachine wash at 40°C on a gentle cycle
- Ideal forSummer garments, children's clothing, accessories
- Approximate yieldAdult top: approximately 4–5 balls
🧵 The yarn
DROPS Design Safran Cotton is a classic yarn that has been on the market for over 20 years and is appreciated all over the world for its natural lustre, soft feel and wide range of available colours. Made from 100% long-staple combed Egyptian cotton, this yarn is designed for anyone looking for consistent quality, durability and a flawless finish, whether knitting or crocheting.
Each 50g ball contains approximately 160 metres, making it ideal for summer projects such as lace tops, tank tops, children's dresses and lightweight accessories. Use 3mm knitting needles or a 3mm crochet hook to achieve a gauge of 24 stitches x 32 rows over 10x10cm—perfect for structured yet breathable garments.
🧬 Technical composition: why it works
The secret of Safran Cotton lies in the long-staple Egyptian cotton fibre, which is combed to remove impurities and then twisted in pairs before being twisted again. This double-twist spinning method gives the yarn superior strength and excellent surface properties: no fuzz, no knots—just a smooth, even surface that enhances lace stitches and textured patterns.
The natural lustre of Egyptian cotton is not the result of chemical treatments, but of the fibre's inherent quality: longer and finer than standard cotton, it reflects light elegantly without looking artificial. This makes Safran ideal for garments that need to look beautiful and feel comfortable, season after season.
📦 Ball size and yield
Each 50g ball contains approximately 160 metres, a generous amount that lets you complete small projects with just one ball: a headband, a pair of baby booties or a small lace doily. An adult women's summer top in size M takes approximately 4–5 balls, while a dress for a child aged 2–3 years requires just 3–4 balls.
For larger projects such as blankets or cardigans, we recommend buying all the balls you need at once, preferably from the same dye lot, to avoid shade variations between dye batches. Safran is available in over 40 colours, from delicate pastels to bright, saturated shades.
🧶 Recommended tools
3mm knitting needles are ideal for creating a compact yet breathable fabric, perfect for summer garments that need to hold their shape without feeling heavy. This size gives a gauge of 24 stitches x 32 rows over 10x10cm, ensuring well-defined stitches and dimensional stability, even after washing.
With a 3mm crochet hook, Safran really comes into its own in lace stitches, shells and mesh patterns: the yarn's lustre brings out every detail, making even the most intricate work stand out. It's suitable both for beginners looking for an easy-to-handle yarn and experienced crafters creating refined projects with a professional finish.
✨ Why choose DROPS Safran Cotton
Compared with other summer cotton yarns, Safran solves the problem of long-term durability: many inexpensive cotton yarns lose their shape after just a few washes, fray or become fuzzy. Thanks to its double twist and long-staple Egyptian fibre, Safran retains its structure wash after wash, and even improves with use. It's not the cheapest cotton on the market, but it's the one that lasts the longest.
In everyday life, this means garments that stay beautiful season after season: a top made with Safran can be washed dozens of times without losing its lustre or softness, while a children's dress can withstand play, frequent washing and wear without losing its shape. Choose this yarn when you want your work to last.
🎨 What you can make
Safran Cotton is ideal for lightweight, breathable summer garments: lace tops, tank tops and short-sleeved tops for adults. Thanks to its Oeko-Tex Class I certification, it's safe for newborns from birth, making it perfect for dresses, blankets, booties and accessories for children aged 0–3. Its natural lustre also makes it suitable for decorative projects such as doilies, table runners, summer bags and hats.
👩🎨 Who it's suitable for
Safran Cotton is suitable for all skill levels: beginners appreciate how smoothly it glides on knitting needles and crochet hooks, how it doesn't split, and how clearly each stitch shows. Experienced crafters choose it for refined projects where stitch definition and yarn lustre make the difference between an amateur and a professional finish.
Who typically buys it? Hobbyists making garments for themselves and their families, looking for a reliable yarn for summer clothing that will last. Mothers and grandmothers making baby clothes who want the reassurance of Oeko-Tex certification. Artisans who sell their work and need a consistently high-quality product, available all year round in a wide range of colours.
🧼 Care and maintenance
- WashingMachine wash at 40°C on a gentle cycle
- BleachingDo not bleach
- Spin cycleGentle spin cycle
- DryingLay flat to dry
- IroningIron at medium temperature if needed
- StorageStore in a dry place away from direct light
📌 Important note
The stated length (160 m) is approximate and may vary slightly from skein to skein. Cotton naturally tends to shrink during the first wash: we recommend always washing your swatch before starting your project and laying the finished garment flat to the desired measurements while it is still damp. Colours may vary slightly between different dye lots: for projects requiring multiple skeins, purchase all the skeins you need at once from the same dye lot.
📊 Technical specifications
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