Appleton Needlepoint Crewel Wool-Color 125-Terra Cotta This listing contains 4; 1/4 hanks of Appleton Crewel Wool. Appleton Crewel is listed as a 2-Ply 100% wool yarn used in needlepoint and crewel. It is made in England and is still available. Appleton's Old English Crewel and Tapestry Wool