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What Yarn Costs in Morocco vs the U.S. (Real Prices)

Since moving to Morocco, one of the first things I looked into was yarn—where to find it, what the quality is like, and how the prices compare to what I was used to in the United States.

If you crochet regularly, you already know that yarn cost matters. It affects what you make, how often you make it, and even the types of patterns you choose.

Here’s a realistic breakdown based on what I’ve seen.

Yarn Prices in the United States

In the U.S., yarn is widely available and fairly consistent in price.

• Basic acrylic (like Red Heart Super Saver): about $4–$6 per skein (~198g)
• That works out to roughly $2–$3 per 100g
• Mid-range yarns: $6–$12
• Cotton, wool, and specialty yarns: $10–$20+

The biggest advantage in the U.S. is convenience—you can usually find exactly what you need and restock easily.

Yarn Prices in Morocco

In Morocco, yarn is also easy to find, especially in places like Derb Omar in Casablanca, but pricing can vary more depending on where and how you buy.

• Standard pricing often starts around 20–25 MAD per 100g
  👉 roughly $2–$2.50 USD
• Prices can go higher depending on fiber type and thickness
• Bulkier or specialty yarns can get noticeably more expensive

Bulk Pricing (My Experience)

When buying in bulk, prices can drop.

In my case, I paid 20 dirhams (about $2 USD) per 100g skein.

This was a bulk price, and not necessarily what you’ll pay for smaller quantities. Prices per skein can vary starting from about $2.50 USD and can increase depending on the type of yarn, especially for thicker or higher-quality options.

So Which Is Cheaper?

When you compare directly, basic yarn prices in Morocco and the U.S. are actually pretty similar.

The difference isn’t so much the cost—it’s the experience.

The Real Difference

In the U.S., you can:

• Follow patterns exactly
• Use the same yarn brands consistently
• Easily replace yarn if you run out

In Morocco, you may need to:

• Work with what’s available
• Adjust your hook size or pattern
• Be flexible with yarn types and textures

What This Means for Your Crochet

This is where things get interesting.

Crocheting in Morocco encourages you to:

• Think in measurements instead of stitch counts
• Adapt patterns more freely
• Experiment with different yarns

This is one of the reasons I design patterns the way I do—so they work no matter what yarn you have access to.

Final Thoughts

Yarn in Morocco isn’t drastically cheaper than in the U.S., especially for basic options—but it offers a different kind of experience.

You trade convenience for flexibility.

If you’re willing to adapt and work with what’s available, you can still create beautiful pieces without needing the exact same materials every time.

WIP (Work in progress)

Crochet Rabbit (Winnie the Pooh inspired)

Working on this pattern set for my niece. Her baby girl turns 1 next month. I have a feeling Eyeore, Kanga, Roo, Tigger and Hefalump will be a little late.

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#winniethepooh
#piglet
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#originalart

Crochet Dog Pattern @Yarntopia1101 on YT!

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#freepattern
#fiberarts
#crafts
#yarncrafts
#crochetpatterns

So close to 500 sales!!!
So proud of my little business 🥰
Excited to see what happens next year!
#smallbusiness #smallbusinessuk #etsyseller #etsyselleruk #crochet #crochetpatterns #fibreart

I just updated all the mini animal patterns to change an embarassingly redundant phrase in the pre-pattern notes. No change in the actual pattern, just wording.

Here's a reminder that these patterns exist and you can get each PDF for 1€! I'll be uploading the next one soon: the tiny wiggling snake.

#CrochetPatterns on #Ravelry and #KoFi linked below:

https://www.ravelry.com/designers/alex-haze

https://ko-fi.com/handmadehearts/shop/crochetpattern

Hello all! I decided to create a new post to pin. Here's Me.

I'm a #disabled #trans person with a tiny textile shop! I make #amigurumi animals and bags -- all #crocheted (except three tiny purses, which were made with #knitting and maybe won't be replicated since I prefer to #crochet).

Here's the shop with every physical item currently available: https://artisans.coop/pages/seller-profile/handmade-hearts

And here's my #KofiShop, which is where you can download #crochetpatterns I've made so far: https://ko-fi.com/handmadehearts/shop

I can also be commissioned for #embroidery #art! I'll add some examples of that here. If you're interested in that, you'll have to contact me directly.

I have my two (2) completed #crochetpatterns for sale on both #ravelry and #kofi. Those are both on my linktree — but I'm wondering if the Mastodon community of #crochet and #yarncrafts could give me some insight on which of those platforms I should promote more on my socials? Specifically for pattern selling.

https://linktr.ee/handmadehearts

🦌✨ Embrace Holiday Cheer with Our Reindeer Lovey Crochet Pattern! 🌲🎁

Deck the halls with handmade joy! 🧶✨

Introducing our newest crochet pattern, the Reindeer Lovey, available now on Etsy. Craft your own adorable holiday companion for cosy cuddles and festive décor.

Perfect for crafters of all levels! 🦌🎄

https://tapandco.etsy.com/listing/1604587615

#reindeerlovey #crochetpatterns #holidaycrafting #etsyshop #Christmas #christmascrochet #christmaslovey #fibreart

Penguin testers are working, I'm planning on releasing the penguin pattern by the end of the month, and I am returning to work on the cat pattern. ✨

I won't be allowed to get a job here in Germany for a few months more, which is longer than I'd hoped, so I'm going to have to get all my income right now from #crochet / #crochetpatterns, tips, and possibly vending at an #artisans market if that turns out to be a loophole I can slip through in terms of legal work.

If you're interested in testing for the #amigurumi #cat pattern when it's done, let me know and I'll make a note to tell you when I make the call for testers! It'll include a crouching pose and a #splooting pose (I only recently learned the word "splooting" and it's adorable), so I'll probably be looking for more testers than with the penguin one.