Matt Chenille yarns have become increasingly popular in recent years, especially as they tend to be on the chunky side which makes them great for super-soft blankets. Developments in the production process means that whereas Chenille yarns of old used to easily shed their fluffy fibres, nowadays they're pretty sturdy and consistent!

Chenille yarns are great for a wide range of knitting and crochet projects, from soft toys to accessories and blankets, basically anything that you want to have a velvet yarn feel to it! Why not take a look at some of our favourites and give one a try! If you're looking for more yarny inspiration, you might also enjoy our picks of the best novelty yarns or the best mohair yarns, or go eco-friendly with our pick of the best recycled yarns.