New Yarns from Patons, Schoeller and Soffie Crafts by MEZSHOP

In episode #138 of Yarn Chat with Krampolinka, we unboxed a huge package of yarns from the wholesaler MEZSHOP. This time, we discovered three exciting brands: traditional British PATONS, German SCHOELLER+STAHL, and Estonian newcomer SOFFIE CRAFTS. We explored the yarns, browsed catalogs and the book Crochet Squares, and shared an invitation to the KREATIV OSTRAVA 2026 craft fair.

The yarn wholesaler MEZSHOP is based in Slovakia and is an exclusive distributor of well-known brands such as Schachenmayr, Regia, Perfetto, Austermann, SCHOELLER+STAHL, and Anchor. The collection has recently expanded to include PATONS and SOFFIE CRAFTS. These brands offer high-quality, distinctive yarns that are definitely worth exploring. And the variety of colors is simply amazing! If you own a yarn shop or retail business, you can order yarns directly from MEZSHOP SK or MEZSHOP CZ. Some Czech and Slovak online stores already have these yarns in stock. You can also use the convenient STORE LOCATOR to find nearby retailers or online shops that carry them. You can browse the selection at Muziker.sk and Muziker.cz. Some yarns were available at discounted Black Friday prices at the time of our live broadcast.

YARN CHAT WITH KRAMPOLINKA #138 – You can enable auto-generated subtitles on YouTube.

PATONS – A Traditional British Yarn Brand

British brand PATONS has a rich history spanning almost 200 years. In our yarn package, we discovered versatile acrylic yarns suitable for crocheted clothing and accessories.

PATONS Fairytale Fab DK (50 g / 133 m, 100% acrylic) is a soft baby yarn with OEKO-TEX certification. It’s perfect for baby sweaters, hats, blankets, and accessories. For adults, it would make a lovely sweater or, when used with two strands held together, a hat, scarf, or cowl. The yarn feels wonderfully soft and is machine washable. I ordered royal blue and cream and would love to try crocheting squares inspired by the new book we explored during the podcast. You can find special offers here.

PATONS Smoothie DK (100 g / 200 m, 100% acrylic) is a beautiful variegated yarn with a smooth, cotton-like feel. It’s ideal for sweaters, cardigans, vests, hats, and home accessories. We also browsed the catalog and discovered several attractive multicolored combinations. Another interesting fact about PATONS is that some of its yarn collections are returning after a long break. Take a look at Smoothie DK here.

SCHOELLER+STAHL – German Yarn Tradition

German brand SCHOELLER+STAHL offers a wide selection of yarns, including blends containing natural fibers. Two yarns in particular caught my attention.

SCHOELLER+STAHL Soft Touch (100 g / 235 m) is a blend of 20% wool and 80% acrylic, suitable for crocheted clothing and accessories. Its yardage and fiber composition make it a great choice for sweaters, vests, and hats. It comes in a lovely range of colors, which you can explore here. FREE CROCHET PATTERN TIP: Try my PERFETTO Flower Stitch Crochet Sweater. The original yarn used for this pattern has the same yardage per 100 g as Soft Touch.

SCHOELLER+STAHL Malena (100 g / 420 m) is a delicate yarn blend containing 76% cotton, 14% polyamide, and 10% polyester. Thanks to its generous yardage and recommended crochet hook size of 2.5–3.5 mm, it’s perfect for lightweight sweaters, summer tops, airy garments, and even dresses. The polyamide and polyester help garments retain their shape and reduce stretching. Malena really impressed me, and I’m keeping it in mind for a spring crochet project. I have three skeins, which might be enough for a lightweight, lacy button-up cardigan. Explore the available colors here.

SOFFIE CRAFTS – A New Yarn Brand from Estonia

SOFFIE CRAFTS introduces alternatives to some popular RED HEART yarns.

SOFFIE CRAFTS Margarita (50 g / 257 m, 100% acrylic) is a delicate yarn suitable for lightweight crocheted garments, shawls, and lace patterns. I was pleasantly surprised by how soft it feels! Would you like to try a yarn from Estonia? Discover the available colors here.

During the podcast, we also browsed the Anchor catalog, full of inspiring patterns, creative ideas, and projects for different types of needlework. It was a wonderful opportunity to explore not only new yarns but also fresh inspiration for future handmade creations.

Which Yarn Caught Your Attention?

Personally, my favorite was the soft Malena, which I’d love to use for a spring crochet project. I’m also curious to see how SOFFIE CRAFTS develops its yarn collection in the future. You can follow MEZSHOP on its new Facebook page, MEZ KREATIV, or on Instagram at Mezcrafts.skcz. And don’t forget that you can purchase the featured yarns online at Muziker.sk or Muziker.cz.

Happy yarn shopping!

Katka – Krampolinka