Barnyarns

Barnyarns, machine threads and creative sewing since 1979

Barnyarns is a British establishment dedicated to the sale of machine threads and sewing materials, which presents itself on its website as active in the sector since 1979. Its catalogue is organised around a wide range of first-class brand threads, with multi-buy offers, and a technical service section for sewing machines.

Machine threads from international brands

The thread range includes references from Madeira (Classic 40 in 1000 m and 5000 m cones, Polyneon 40, 6-strand cotton thread, Aerofil 120 and the Underthread line), Superior Threads (Bottomline 60, King Tut 40, Kimono Silk, So Fine and Fantastico), Aurifil (50, 40, 28 and 12 formats), Gutermann (Cotton, Sew All and Maraflex), Isacord (1000 m and 5000 m cones), DMC Mouline and Anchor, both in 6-strand cotton and tapestry wool. The shop also offers starter sets and thread sets in small and large formats.

Needles and cutting tools

The sewing machine needle section covers the main types: Superior titanium-coated topstitch needles, and Schmetz needles in universal, topstitch, quilting, Microtex and leather versions, in various sizes. Cutting tools include 45 mm rotary blades (standard and titanium), the Olfa Deluxe 45 mm rotary cutter, Madeira appliqué scissors and Fiskars Classic 25 cm dressmaking scissors. It is completed with Karen Kay Buckley scissors in three sizes.

Stabilisers, interfacings and adhesives

The catalogue devotes an extensive section to stabilisers and interfacings: water-soluble films (Wash Away Film, Romeo Heavy Weight, clear sticky variants), tear-away stabilisers (Tear Away 40 g in various widths, soft cotton, pre-cut format and full rolls), sticky stabilisers (Stick & Peel, Tear Away Cotton Fix, Filmoplast for embroidery) and sew-in or fusible interfacings in extra stiff, firm, medium and extra soft versions, in white and black. Reinforcements and waddings are also offered, such as Bosal In-R-Form double-sided, soft fusible wadding and low-loft fleece, as well as HeatnBond adhesives in Lite, Ultra Soft & Stretch and Ultra variants, and Bondaweb in 45 cm and 90 cm widths.

Sewing accessories and garment care

Accessories include glues and temporary adhesives (Odif AD505 spray and stick, Hugos Amazing Tape), fabric markers (Pilot FriXion black and refills, Air water-soluble pen, Sewline glue refill), PRYM Soft thimbles in sizes S, M and L, magnetic fabric grips, rulers and templates (Add-A-Quarter 12, Quiltlines 6" x 24", Sew Easy 14" x 4.5" and template plastic), cotton poplin photo fabric, Native Lighting storage and lighting solutions and Grandma's Secret spot remover in 2 oz and 16 oz formats.

Sewing machines and technical service

The company sells sewing machines and overlockers from Janome, Bernina, Babylock, Pfaff and Bernette, with models such as Janome 2200 XT, 9480 QCP and M8 Continental; Bernina 435, 570 QE and 790 Pro; Babylock Euphoria, Gloria, Enlighten and Acclaim; Pfaff Ambition 635, Performance Icon and Creative Icon; and Bernette 35, 44 and 77. The website also announces a technical service to repair or tune up the sewing machine, integrated into its specialised shop proposal.