--- product_id: 63147782 title: "DMC Petra Yarn, 100% Cotton, Bright Green (5700), Size 5" brand: "dmc" price: "R400" currency: ZAR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/63147782-dmc-petra-yarn-100-cotton-bright-green-5700-size-5 store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # Mercerised shiny finish 60 vibrant colours 100% long staple cotton DMC Petra Yarn, 100% Cotton, Bright Green (5700), Size 5 **Brand:** dmc **Price:** R400 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > 🧡 Elevate your craft with DMC Petra – where vibrant colour meets premium cotton finesse! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** DMC Petra Yarn, 100% Cotton, Bright Green (5700), Size 5 by dmc - **How much does it cost?** R400 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/63147782-dmc-petra-yarn-100-cotton-bright-green-5700-size-5) ## Best For - dmc enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted dmc brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Lustrous Shine:** Mercerised finish adds a subtle sheen that elevates every stitch with a professional touch. - β€’ **Generous Length:** 400 metres per skein ensures you have ample yarn for large or multiple projects without interruption. - β€’ **Pure Cotton Comfort:** Experience breathable, natural softness perfect for delicate babywear and stylish apparel. - β€’ **Versatile Thickness:** Size 5 yarn with 2.5mm thickness ideal for both crochet and knitting projects. - β€’ **Endless Colour Palette:** Choose from 60 vivid shades to match your unique creative vision and stand out. ## Overview DMC Petra Yarn is a premium 100% long staple cotton yarn, mercerised for a soft, shiny finish. Size 5 thickness (2.5mm) makes it perfect for both crochet and knitting, offering 400 metres per skein in a stunning palette of 60 colours. Ideal for creating stylish clothes, babywear, and interior accessories with a professional-grade look and feel. ## Description Petra is a 100% long staple cotton yarn. It is mercerised for a soft and supple finish. An ideal for clothes, babywear and interior accessories Our Petra is sold in three different sizes. The size refers to the thickness of the crochet yarn. As the number increases, the thickness of the yarn decreases. The Petra range offers up to 60 colours. It's no secret that DMC Petra Yarn is most suitable for crochet, but it can actually be used for knitting as well. If you are crocheting, you should use a crochet hook of 1.75-2mm. If you are knitting, you should use a 2.5mm knitting needle. You should follow these instructions if you want to work with the best possible needles for your future projects. Of course, there are many other yarns where you can use these needle sizes. Petra is a 100% long staple cotton yarn. It is mercerised for a soft and supple finish. An ideal for clothes, babywear and interior accessories Founded in Mulhouse, France in 1746, DMC is a leading global needlecraft company with a strong heritage of high quality, innovative European manufacturing. It produces the world’s finest embroidery threads and has expanded its product line to gorgeous yarns, accessories and kits. ## Features - 100% cotton - Shiny finish - 4 ply - 60 colours ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Asin | B01D9PDD2E | | Best Sellers Rank | 11,089 in Home & Kitchen (See Top 100 in Home & Kitchen) 37 in Yarn | | Brand Name | DMC | | Colour | Bright Green | | Country Of Origin | Bulgaria | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (1,938) 4.7 out of 5 stars | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00077540283163, 00077540283170 | | Included Components | 1 x DMC Petra No. 05 crochet yarn 100 g, 400 metres length, #05700 | | Item Length | 400 Metres | | Item Thickness | 2.5 Millimetres | | Item Type Name | Petra Yarn size 5 | | Item Weight | 0.1 Kilograms | | Manufacturer | DMC | | Material Composition | 100 cotton | | Material Type | Cotton | | Product Care Instructions | Unavailable | | Unit Count | 280.0 meter | | Upc | 077540283170 077540283163 | ## Product Details - **Brand:** DMC - **Colour:** Bright Green - **Compatible Knitting Needle US Size:** 6, 9 - **Item length:** 400 Metres - **Item thickness:** 2.5 Millimetres - **Item weight:** 0.1 Kilograms - **Material:** Cotton - **Material composition:** 100 cotton - **Product care instructions:** Unavailable - **UPC:** 077540283170 077540283163 ## Images ![DMC Petra Yarn, 100% Cotton, Bright Green (5700), Size 5 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71bKZoEjApL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Color, Size** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Hi there i cant seem to find your other colour choices. You mention you have 60 but where do i see these? thanks Francesca** A: There are other colours on Amazon also woolwarehouse **Q: What's the finest size 3 or size 5 pleas** A: finest is size 5. 3 is thicker and good for crochet. **Q: Is the thread size 10?** A: Not to sure if size 10 is relevant to a certain type of yarn but this one is labelled a size 5 on the ball . I also use a size 3 in the same makes . Although size 5 is higher than a 3 the yarn of a 5 is thinner than a 3 **Q: Has anyone used this for knitting?** A: No but have used it for crocheting. Very fine and used two strands together. I think this would be very difficult to knit with. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Gorgeous yarn 🧢 *by on Reviewed in the United Kingdom 3 March 2026* Fabulous yarn, fine but strong, crocheting a long duster style cardigan. I have used this yarn many times. Crochets up lovely, washes great. No splitting when crocheting, glides nicely over my hook. Nice colour range too ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Value i think. *by on Reviewed in the United Kingdom 19 February 2026* First class! I’m using it for Hardanger.Nicely shiny - correct thickness and fantastic value.I’m (hopefully) going to sell these bookmarks to Newcastle supporters, in aid of the Sir Bobby Robson Foundation. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Blue cotton yarn *by on Reviewed in the United Kingdom 3 February 2026* After searching for a string non stretch thing yarn for making lace crochet I bought this. The colour is beautiful and it is lovely and smooth to crochet with. ## Frequently Bought Together - DMC Petra Yarn, 100% Cotton, Green (5700), Size 5 - DMC Petra Yarn, 100% Cotton, White (B5200), Size 5 - DMC Petra Yarn, 100% Cotton, Yellow (5742), Size 5 --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/63147782-dmc-petra-yarn-100-cotton-bright-green-5700-size-5](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/63147782-dmc-petra-yarn-100-cotton-bright-green-5700-size-5) --- *Product available on Desertcart South Africa* *Store origin: ZA* *Last updated: 2026-07-10*