Hemp 2/16 – Natural and Durable Weaving Yarn

Maurice Brassard’s Hemp 2/16 yarn is the perfect choice for weavers seeking a strong, eco-friendly plant-based fiber with a rustic look and feel. Available in natural and bleached versions, this fine yarn (approx. 6720 yds/lb) offers excellent structure, texture, and long-lasting performance.

Ideal for functional fabrics, home textiles, and creative weaving experiments, this yarn becomes softer with each wash while maintaining its durability. Use it alone or blend it with other fibers for unique effects. Suitable for both warp and weft when tensioned properly.

Technical specifications

• Fiber content: 100% hemp

• Yarn size: 2/16

• Yardage: approx. 6720 yds/lb

• Length per cone: approx. 3360 yards (1/2 lb)

• Origin: Canada

• Brand: Maurice Brassard

• Finish: raw (natural or bleached)

• Spinning type: ring spun

Recommended uses

• Towels, dishcloths, home décor, utility textiles

• Durable weaving projects with texture

• Great for combining with other natural fibers

• Suitable for rigid heddle looms and multi-shaft looms

• Can be used as warp and weft (with good tension)

Suggested setts

• Warp: 20–24 ends per inch

• Weft: varies depending on desired texture

Care instructions

Hand wash or use delicate cycle in lukewarm water. Lay flat to dry. Hemp softens over time. Avoid bleach or harsh detergents.