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a nubby yarn that produces bumpy fabrics when woven
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Rachel Tashjian, CNN Money, 26 Jan. 2026
Textural, nubby and practical, this sweater is an instant classic.
—Lauren Finney Harden, InStyle, 19 Jan. 2026
The sandstone bouclé brings a soft, nubby texture that adds warmth without feeling heavy, and the low profile keeps the whole piece looking clean.
—Bailey Berg, Architectural Digest, 1 Dec. 2025
Suspend houseplants from the ceiling in macrame planters and add a nubby rug to complete the look.
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Rachel Tashjian, CNN Money, 26 Jan. 2026
Textural, nubby and practical, this sweater is an instant classic.
—Lauren Finney Harden, InStyle, 19 Jan. 2026
The sandstone bouclé brings a soft, nubby texture that adds warmth without feeling heavy, and the low profile keeps the whole piece looking clean.
—Bailey Berg, Architectural Digest, 1 Dec. 2025
Suspend houseplants from the ceiling in macrame planters and add a nubby rug to complete the look.
—Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Oct. 2025
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“Nubby.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/nubby. Accessed 4 Feb. 2026.
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