Knitting with COTTON BALL

Schoppel Cotton Ball – Premium Greek Cotton with Shadow Colours

Sometimes simplicity is the ultimate luxury. Cotton Ball from Schoppel captures this idea beautifully, combining premium long-stapled cotton with refined shadow dyeing for a yarn that is both understated and sophisticated. Made with innovative water- and environmentally-friendly technology in Greece, it brings together Mediterranean quality and modern responsibility for projects that feel as good as they look.

My First Impressions

The name Cotton Ball may sound simple, but the yarn itself is anything but ordinary. Each ball is dyed in subtle shadow tones that create depth and elegance, making even the simplest stitches look refined. Paired with cotton’s natural softness and breathability, it’s an ideal choice for summer garments and accessories that need both comfort and style.

Quick Specs

• Composition: 100% Cotton

• Length / Weight: 420m / 100g

• Yarn Weight: 4-ply / Fingering

• Recommended Needles: 2.0–3.0 mm

• Tension: 28 sts × 44 rows = 10 cm

• Care: Hand or machine wash up to 30˚C (wool wash cycle) with wool detergent, no softener

Knitting Experience

On the needles, Cotton Ball feels smooth and silky, gliding effortlessly into clean, even stitches. The long-stapled fibres add durability and ensure excellent stitch definition, while the gentle shadow colour effects create a polished, professional look without any extra effort from the knitter.

Wearing and Performance

The finished fabric is light, breathable, and elegant, perfect for warm-weather wear. Scarves, shawls, and tops drape beautifully while maintaining durability thanks to the superior quality fibres. Each project carries an air of sophistication that makes Cotton Ball a true wardrobe staple.

Where It Excels

• Summer tops and lightweight cardigans

• Elegant scarves and wraps with subtle colour depth

• Shawls with refined drape and softness

• Home accessories with a sustainable luxury touch

Yarn Highlights

• Premium Greek cotton: Long-stapled fibres for strength and softness

• Shadow artistry: Subtle dyeing for refined, sophisticated looks

• Eco innovation: Produced with environmentally friendly technology

• Sustainably local: Entirely grown and processed in Greece for traceability

Value for Money

At 420m per 100g, Cotton Ball offers generous yardage for garments and accessories, making it an excellent investment for summer knitting. Its balance of Mediterranean cotton excellence, environmental responsibility, and sophisticated dyeing makes it a standout in any project.

Final Verdict

Schoppel Cotton Ball is cotton at its most elegant — soft, sustainable, and subtly sophisticated. With premium Greek fibres, eco-conscious production, and refined shadow colours, it’s perfect for garments and accessories that are as timeless as they are sustainable.