Array by Gist Yarn is a 2/12 worsted spun wool yarn, fine, strong and highly consistent, specifically designed for tapestry weaving and shaft loom weaving.

This page features the color palette available in 4 oz cones, ideal for larger projects or for working with a significant quantity of a single color.

Made from Corriedale and Columbia wool sourced in the western United States and spun and dyed in North Carolina, Array offers exceptional consistency and reliability for precise textile work.

Why choose the 4 oz format?

✔ Perfect for large projects
Ideal for pieces requiring a substantial amount of yarn.

✔ Continuous weaving
Fewer cone changes during your work.

✔ Great for dominant colors
Well suited for large areas and solid color sections.

✔ Cost-effective format
More economical for intensive use.

Why choose Array colors?

✔ Rich and balanced palette
A wide range of harmonious colors.

✔ Excellent saturation
Deep, vibrant and long-lasting shades.

✔ Perfect for gradients
Smooth transitions and easy color blending.

✔ Ideal for creative projects
Well suited for expressive textile work.

Why choose Array by Gist Yarn?

✔ Designed for tapestry weaving
Excellent coverage and definition of forms.

✔ Strong and stable yarn
2/12 structure balances strength and fineness.

✔ Highly consistent
Essential for precise and technical work.

✔ Versatile
Suitable for both tapestry and shaft loom weaving.

✔ Durable fiber
Corriedale and Columbia wool known for strength and resilience.

Suggested uses

Tapestry weaving

• primary use: weft
• 3 to 4 strands recommended
• ideal for large areas and solid color sections

Shaft loom weaving

• suitable for warp or weft
• produces fine and structured fabrics

Weaving recommendations

Tapestry

• recommended warp: linen or seine twine
• sett: 8 ends per inch

Shaft loom weaving

• sett: 20–24 ends per inch

Available options

Format

• 4 oz cone – 840 yards (≈ 768 m)

Colors

• wide range of colors available
  (select from the dropdown menu)

Technical specifications

Brand
Gist Yarn

Yarn name
Array

Fiber content
100% worsted wool (Corriedale and Columbia)

Structure
2/12 – 2-ply

Yardage
≈ 3,360 yards per pound

Origin
United States (spun and dyed in North Carolina)

Texture
firm, smooth and ideal for tapestry weaving

Why use multiple strands?

Because of its fine structure, Array is often used with multiple strands in tapestry. This allows:

• adjusting thickness
• achieving better warp coverage
• creating subtle color blending effects

Care instructions

• hand wash in cold water
• lay flat to dry
• avoid agitation and sudden temperature changes

What’s included

• 1 cone of Array yarn (4 oz)

Frequently asked questions about Array yarn

Why choose the 4 oz format?

The 4 oz format is ideal for projects requiring a larger quantity of yarn, especially for tapestry areas and dominant colors.

Can this yarn be used as warp?

Yes. It is strong enough to be used as warp on a shaft loom with an appropriate sett.

Is this yarn suitable for tapestry?

Yes. It is specifically designed for tapestry, particularly when used with multiple strands.