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Maurice Brassard 16/8 cotton yarn. Ideal for macramé, rugs and thick decorative textiles. Strong and highly textured. Available at Tisse et File.

Maurice Brassard 16/8 cotton yarn for extra thick weaving and macramé

by Maurice Brassard
$15.75 - $19.25
$15.75
$15.75 - $19.25
$15.75

A very thick, strong and structured 16/8 cotton yarn, ideal for projects with bold texture and visual impact. Maurice Brassard 16/8 cotton is designed for creating durable and expressive textiles.

Description

This 100% natural cotton yarn is one of the thickest in the Maurice Brassard range. Its substantial size makes it perfect for creating textiles with strong texture and volume.

Made in Québec by Maurice Brassard, this yarn is known for its strength and consistency, even in demanding projects.

16/8 cotton is especially suited for techniques that require structure and presence, such as thick weaving or macramé.

Available formats

  • 1 lb cone (approx. 420 yards)

Technical specifications

  • Brand: Maurice Brassard
  • Fiber: Cotton
  • Composition: 100% cotton
  • Yarn count: 16/8
  • Thickness: Very thick
  • Length: approx. 420 yards / lb
  • Texture: Smooth with very strong presence
  • Loom compatibility:
    • Shaft looms (project dependent)
    • Rigid heddle looms (with appropriate heddle)
  • Use: Warp and weft (project dependent)

Recommended sett

  • Plain weave: 4–8 epi

👉 Adjust depending on the project and desired firmness

Tips and uses

16/8 cotton yarn is ideal for highly textured and structured projects.

Particularly suitable for:

  • rugs
  • wall hangings
  • macramé
  • thick woven bags
  • baskets and textile objects
  • decorative pieces

It produces bold, durable textiles with strong visual presence.

Care instructions

  • Machine wash warm
  • Air dry recommended
  • Iron if needed

Additional information

Color variations may occur depending on your screen settings.

Useful questions

What is 16/8 cotton yarn used for?

16/8 cotton yarn is used for very thick projects such as rugs, macramé and decorative textiles.

Is this yarn suitable for warp?

Yes, in projects that require a very strong and structured yarn.

Can it be used on a rigid heddle loom?

Yes, with a heddle suitable for thicker yarns.

Is this yarn beginner-friendly?

Yes, its thickness makes it easy to handle and very visible.